Craftsman 917.273090 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

PI!.....MnMj

22.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARD TRACTOR

Model No.

;_17.273090

, Safety

, Assembly

, Operation

, Maintenance

,Repair Parts

This product has a low emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

,'AUTION:

_ead and follow all Safety

_ules and Instructions before

_perating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat

;EARS, ROEBUCKAND CO,, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

isit our Craftsman website:www sears,corn/craftsman

Warranty .................................................... 2 Maintenance ........................................ 18

Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Product Specifications ............................. 6 Storage ..................................................... 29

Assembly .................................................. 8 Troubleshooting ...................................... 30

Operation ................................................. 12 Repair Parts ............................................ 34

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 18 Parts Qrdering ......................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

maintained, lubricated 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 workmanshiF Warranty service is available free of charge by taking 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

This Warranty does not cover:

- Expendable items which become worn 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 glas&

° 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 limited to,

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

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

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 within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

- Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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 charg.e. Warranty

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

nearest Sears Service Center: Imhome warranty service is available but a trip charge

will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United State&

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

IMPORTANT': This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death

I. GENERAL OPERATION

, Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting

, Onty allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine

, Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc, which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade

, Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing Stop machine

if anyone enters the area

, Never carry passengers.

, Do net mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place

Slow down before turning

Never leave a running machine

unattended Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing

Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute

Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways

Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do net

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed Choose a low gear

so that you will net have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

o Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments These can change

the stability of the machine

o Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction

° Avoid starting or stopping on a stope_ If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope

DO NOT:

oDo not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible

oDo not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves In_

•Do not mew on wet grass Reduced

traction could cause sliding

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert 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.

oBe 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_

o 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 arrd keep

equipment in good condition

o Never tamper with safety device&

Check their proper operation regularly,

° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage_ Allow machine to cool before

storing

° Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object Repair, if necessary,

before restarting

o Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

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 of other • Be alert and turn machine off if children

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the are&

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

o 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.

o Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

° Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

° 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.

responsible adult. 4

, Use slow speed_ Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

, Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If

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 symbol to point out

mportant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY tS INVOLVED.

&CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-

)orting, adjusting or making repairs,

_lways disconnect spark plug wire and

)lace wire where it cannot contact spark

)lug.

_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

_eutral, you may lose control of the

ractor.

,_CAUTION: Tow only 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

possible speed when on a slope Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

harm

&WARNING: 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,

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 35 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

(MPH): 0.7 1,7

1,4 3,3

23 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN_CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT, LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. 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

your nearest authorized service center/

department We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools

to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

oFollow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

° Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal 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

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should 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 similar' laws

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

/ /

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Steering Sleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Mower

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Gauge Wheels

(2) Sho_:der _._ (2)Whee,s/(2) Centeflock Nuts

(2) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga

Video Cassette Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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

unassembled for 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, Review the video cassette before

you begin.

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 right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1, Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

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

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

ats.

4_ Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shall

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward,

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shall

4_ Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

6. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7_ Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel,

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

._ _*'_Steering

.2._ Wheel Insert

((._° ) Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Steerin ,__.. Large Flat

Wheel g ,(_° _';, Washer

_--J JSteering Wheel

_Adapter

Steering_ .

Sleeve -_-_(._Tab s

Extension 1

Steenng Shaft _ ,;- - - _-£_.-_ .'.-..

Stee nn '"" _" i' "

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to [oll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CF-IECK BATTERY

1_ Lift hood to raised position

NOTE: If this batter,/is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions)_

""Label

L..• ," [

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 to tractor.

2, Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard

& Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely_

4, Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer Ioosely, Do not tighten

5 Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seal

& Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

7. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

8, Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Flat Washer

Seat Pan

Shoulder Bolt

Adjustment _,

Knob

kIOTE: You may now roll or drive your

ractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

nstruction below to remove the tractor

:rom the skid

ro ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

3peration section for location and

Function of controls)

l. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position

_). Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

$. Roll tractor forward off skid

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear 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

& Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position

7 Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear,

8 Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid

9, Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10 Turn ignition key to "OFF" position

Continue with the instructions that follow

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower

suspension arms are raised with attachment

lift control. Engage parking brake

1, Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left

side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with deflector

shield to right side of tractor

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing

in all mower pulley grooves Install belt into

electric clutch pulley groove

3 Install one front link in top hole of the LH

front mower bracket and LH front

suspension bracket Retain with two

single loop retainer springs as shown

4, Install second front link in RH front

suspension bracket only and retain with

single loop retainer spring as shown

5. Slide right side of mower back and install

link in top hole of R.H, front mower

bracket. Retain with single loop retainer

spring as shown

6. Turn height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

7, Lower mower linkage with attachment lift

control,

8. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and

raise front of mower to align deck pins

with the holes in suspension arms.

Retain with double loop retainer springs

with loops down as shown.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket

under left footrest and retain with double

loop retainer spring

10 Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to

remove slack from mower suspension.

11, Raise deck to highest position.

12. Assemble gauge wheel bars to brackets

using clevis pins and double loop retainer

springs

13. Assemble gauge wheels as shown using

long shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers, and 3/8-

16 center Iocknuts Tighten securely.

14 Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation section

of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at

the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire

pressure is important for best cutting

performance

o Reduce tire pressure to PSt shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of

this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled, See "TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing

motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual. Verify that the belts a_e routed

correctly

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor,

check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

Double

LH Gauge Retainer

Double Loop

Retainer

Spring(Outward

Chassis deck

Bracket

Suspension

Arm Front

Front

Suspention

Brackets

Shoulder Bolt

Gauge

Wheel 3/8-16

3/8 Washer Center

LocknutAnti-Sway

Bar

Use Pliers for

Retainer Springs Idler

Pulley

Loop

Springs

Front Mower

Bracket

Deflector

Shield

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