Craftsman 917.272955 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

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20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272955

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Foranswers toyourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pm, Mort -Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

VisitourCraftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ............................................... 2

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

Assembly .............................................. 8

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Maintenance ....................................... 18

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubdoeted and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your

Craftsmen riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limitedto,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

dabris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

tained in the owner's manual.

•Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used withinthirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A productis "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BA'I-rERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow aiI

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine beforestarting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiar withthe instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuchas rooks,

toys,wire, etc., which couldbe picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear ofother paopte

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always lookdown and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower withouteither

the entiregrass catcher orthe guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave arunning machine

unattended. Always tum off blades, set

parking brake, stopengine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylightor good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine whits under

the influenceof alcohol or drugs.

•Watch fortrefficwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machineinto a trailer or truck.

•Data indicatesthat operators,age 60

years and above, are involvedin alarge

percentage of ridingmower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their abilityto operate the riding

mower safelyenough to protectthem-

serves and othersfromserious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhich can touch

hot exhaust /engine partsand bern. DO

net allow the mowerdeck to prowleaves

or other debds whichcan cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillagebefore operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machineto cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

controland tipover accidents,whichcan re-

sult in severe in ury or death. All slopes

require extra caution, f you cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles suchas rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Ta/I

grass can hide obstac/as.

•Use slow speed. Choose alow gear so

thatyou willnot have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tionsfor wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoidstarting or stoppingon a slope, if

tires lose traction, disengagethe blades

and proceed slowlystraightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowlyand gradually

downhill, it possible.

•Do notmow near drop-offs,ditches,or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turnover if a wheel is over the

edge ofaclifforditch, or ifan edge

caves in.

•Do eetmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilizethe machine by

puffingyour foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

Ill.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscan occur if the operator

is notalert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regulady.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and detedoration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear ofother

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealow gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avon starting or stopping on aslope. II

tires lose traction,disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbolto point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!1 BECOME ALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

-Z_CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug w_re and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hillin

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow on)y the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor.Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro-

ductive harm.

4_kWARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling,

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

Z)ILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

)IL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER:4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

3AP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

(MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: f 0 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:UlR

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofanewtractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

storefor details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring forand using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sectionsof this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass.covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

aspark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (ifany). If aspark arrester is

used, itshould be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler isavailable

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Wheel

Wheel Insert Steenng Sleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

Mower

(5) Retainer Spdngs (2)Flanged

12) Retainer Spdngs

_(smgle loop) (1)Front Plate _

Assembly -%

) Shoulder Bo_ts Gauge Wheels

"_,_/'(2) Wheels 3/8 x3/4 x 14 Ga_

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

I_ I

For Future Use I_-- I

Keys

(2) Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factorywith exception of those parts left

unassem_ed tor shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness•

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(1) 1/2"wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose pads and

parts cartons fromcarton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing mated-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insed into center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto roll off skid.

I(_ _/Steertng

_Wheel Insert

1_-_ HexBolt

_--_Lock Washer

Steedng _La..rgeFlat

SteenngShaft_ F- _'_"-.-- -'-'.'"" ''l,"

"'-)t>_ _.I .,,>,

Steedng_'_- ,: .

v _ M

S eeve _,_'_j%:J,'.- ._''.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimumof one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'I-rERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

_-_-_.t_""""....

_-:. ,.-::-,, Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat totractor.

2. Pivotseat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positionedover large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do nottighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without movingits

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat Pan_ulder

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal,

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual, Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor isclear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2, Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttlecontrolto idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1stgear.

8, Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stoptractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow,

INSTALLMOWERANDDRIVEBELT

Besuretractorisonlevelsurfaceand

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment liftcontrol. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to leftside of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pugey grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4, Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Install belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. Retain with double

loop retainer springs with loops down

as shown.

7. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

8. Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inlinewith

notchon head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

1O.lf equipped, tum height adjustment

knob clockwiseto remove slack from

mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position.

12.Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manuat.

Electdc Clutch

Front Pulley

Suspension Double

Brackets _ Loop Retainer

Spdng

Front Mower Front Plate

Bracket

DoubleLoop

RetainerSpdng Anti-Sway

Bar

]

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER_PRINGS|DoubleLoopRetainol

'=_ | Spdng (Inwardpointing

./_ deck pins)

v// P--

•_J LoopDown

Single Loop

Retainer Spring

Deflector

Shield

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