Craftsman 917.275242 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

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23.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.275242

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

SafetyRules.........................................3

ProductSpecifications..........................6

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

Operation............................................13

MaintenanceSchedule......................20

Maintenance.......................................20

ServiceandAdjustments....................26

Storage...............................................33

Troubleshooting.................................34

RepairParts........................................38

PartsOrdering.....................BackCover

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

Fortwo(2)yearsfromthedateof purchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedand tunedup accordingto theinstructionsin theowner's

manual,Searswillrepairorreplace,freeof charge,any partsfoundto bedefectivein

materialorworkmanship.Warrantyserviceisavailablefreeof chargebyreturningyour

Craftsmanridingequipmentto yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-homewarranty

serviceisavailablebutatripchargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethis

productis intheUnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchas blades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,beltsandoil filters.

• Tire replacementor repaircausedbypuncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchasnails,

thorns,stumps,orglass.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,includingbut notlimitedto, damage

causedbytowingobjectsbeyondthecapabilityof the ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthat bendtheframeorcrankshaft,orover speedingthe engine.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbutnotlimitedto,

electricalandmechanicaldamagecausedby improperstorage,failureto usethe

propergradeandamountofengineoil, failureto keepthedeckclearof flammable

debris,or thefailuretomaintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscon-

tainedin theowner'smanual.

• Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedby fueldeterminedto be contami-

natedoroxidized(stale).In general,fuelshouldbe usedwithinthirty(30)daysofits

purchasedate.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rentalpurposes.A productis"usedfor

commercialpurpose"if is usedfor any purposeotherthan singlefamilyhousehold

dwellingsor in usagewhereprofitis made.

LIMITED90DAYWARRANTYONBA-I-IERY

Forninety(90)daysfromdateof purchase,ifany batteryincludedwiththis riding

equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipandour testingdeterminesthe

batterywillnotholda charge,Searswillreplacethebatteryat nocharge.Warranty

serviceisavailablefreeof chargeby returningyour Craftsmanridingequipmentto

yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-homewarrantyserviceisavailablebutatrip

chargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethisproductisin theUnitedStates.

TOLOCATETHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERORTOSCHEDULEIN-HOME

WARRANTYSERVICE,SIMPLYCONTACTSEARSAT1-800-4-MY-HOME

ThisWarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,andyou mayalsohaveotherrightswhich

mayvaryfromstatetostate.

Sears,RoebuckandCo.,D/817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

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

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

serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only 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

peeple before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

• Do not 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 bSades, 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

pretect themselves and ethers from

serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating er storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipever accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

sSepes require extra caution. Ifyou 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 such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• 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 not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep allmovement on the sSepes slew

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed er direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

•Do 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 mow 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.

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.

• 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.

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 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.

• 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.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other

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 fail 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 turn 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),

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.

•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 gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!H BECOMEAWAREt!t YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

,ACAIJTION" Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_I,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.

AWARNING- 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.

• I,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 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

(API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.5PINTS

COOLANT TYPE: ETHYLENE GLYCOL

ANTIFREEZE

COOLANT

CAPACITY: 1.47 QUARTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

(GAP: .030") RC 14YC

GROUND FORWARD: 5.8

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @ 3600RP_

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 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 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

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Repair Agreement is available

on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow 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.

AWARNING: 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 Sears Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Sleeve

(4) Lockwasher 5/16

Steering Wheel

Seat

Steering Wheel Insert

(4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4

Mower

_, (p2)Flanged

(2) Retainer Springs (1)

(single loop) Assembly

(5) Retainer Springs

(double Soop)

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

(4) Shoulder Bolt

_(41

Gauge Wheels

(4) Adjusting Bar

Reta,iner.S,prings,

(aouole Ioop)

3/_4)_SGa.

(4) Wheels_

(4) Clevis Pins

Nose Roller

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1

li"l

Nose Roller

Brackets (2) Locknuts 5/16-18

(2) Washers

17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Video Cassette Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

For Future Use

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 boxes from shipping carton.

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

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat,

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or boxes and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front 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 insert 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 is to roll off skid.

Steering Wheel

_ _nsert

_,- Hex Bolt

I/ Lock Washer

Steerinc _>'------_-.._La rge Fiat

Washer

Steering

Adaptor

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery 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

INSTALLSEAT

Seat position should be adjusted forward

or backward so that the operator can

comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal and

safely operate the tractor•

1. Release L.H. seat slide on seat pan

by pulling out on adjustment handle

and sliding it to the rear position

exposing seat mounting holes from

bottom. Slide R.H. slide to same rear

position.

2. Mount rear of seat on slides using

mounting bolts and lock washers as

shown.

3. Pull out on adjustment handle and

slide seat all the way forward. Install

front mounting bolts and lock washers.

Tighten all mounting bolts securely•

4. Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat. Press clutch/brake pedal

all the way down. If operating position

is not comfortable, adjust seat.

To adjust seat: Grasp adjustment handle

and pull out. slide seat to desired position

and release adjustment handle•

L.h. Seat Slide

Seat Pan_

Adjustment _ \

Handle_ "_

Lock'_

Washe_,_

Mounting Bolts @

R.H. SI ,at Slide

NOTE: You may now roll or driveyour tractor

off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruc-

tion below to remove the tractor from the

skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR 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 freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See 'qo TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location and

function of controls)

/I, WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all inslructions 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. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

11 .Turn ignition key to "OFF" position,

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operating mower. Be sure they are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely.

2. For ease of mower to tractor assem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

position and retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operating mower. See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

section of this manual.

Retainer._

Pin _

Shoulder i!

Bolt _ AdjustingU

Wheel

Washer

_ng//F

3/8-16 Center

_Locknut

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER

1. Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16

gauge washers, and nose roller

between deck mounting brackets as

shown. Be sure to position brackets

on correct side, as shown.

2. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as

shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

Tab Nose Roller

Hole _\ Lock

/', _ _\ \ Nut "B" Bracket

HexxBBo't'_qV _ "\ _.r:_

--'_" '_" " "Washer

Bracket _ -

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