Owner's Manual CRIIFTSMHN°J 7.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.272082 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment.
Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Service and Adjustments .................... 23 Storage ............................................... 29 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Repair Parts ........................................ 34 Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly ......................
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 II, SLOPE 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.
III. CHILDREN • 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.
• 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 necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
REPAIR AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SAE 10W30(above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED(MPH): TIRE CHAMPION CHARGING SYSTEM: FORWARD: REVERSE: FRONT: REAR: A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER • Read and observe the safety rules.
Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert C) (1) Large Flat Washer I_(1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock 3/8 washer 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Boot t t J_ Extension Shaft teering Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (_Washer 1_32 xl-3/16 Gauge {_(1) x12 Knob w Keys r-q "t Slope Sheet (2) Keys For Future Use 7 Video Cassette
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.
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal Battery Door 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.
INSTALL MULCHER PLATE 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. (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE supplied with the product.
KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S YOUR TRACTOR MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.
• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
MOWINGTIPS MULCHING • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See 'q'O LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. * The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. * Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE DATES SERVICE Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and I_ I_ # I_ IntedockSystems Check for Loose Fasteners 1_7 Sharpen/Replece Mower Blades I_4 Check Baltery Level LubricationChart Clean Battery and Terminals _ Check Transaxio II_ I_ Coo_ing Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine OII Level Ks _ Change EngineOil _t2.
TRACI_R IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "-ro ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft.
BATTERY TRANSAXLE Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
TO 3. 4. 5. SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow i to dry. 6. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER 3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter. 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn. 5. Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 6. Start the engine and check for oil leaks.
_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.
BELT INSTALLATION 4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. TO ADJUST 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. 5.
2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate Lever Washers Retaining Ring Axle Covel_X_ Square Key _''_ _ , (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 4t_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries.
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood a sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. 4. To replace, reverse above procedure. REPLACING BATTERY A 41_CAUT!ON: Do not short ba.ttery terminals oy allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST 6. Move throttlecontrol lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, rum idle fuel adjusting needle out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. IMPORTANT; Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed.
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. ,_ CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation Section. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter, 6. Replace fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 3. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter" 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline. 9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10.
TROUBLESHOOTING ]PROBLEM CHART CORRECTION CAUSE 1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 16. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and 17. Clean underside of mower trash under mower. housing. 8. Mower drive belt worn.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 SCHEMATIC RED BATTERY SOLENOID I FUSE AMMETER STARTER WHITE (OPTIONAL) BLACR _=_ CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) RED I G A1 I i I BLUE I J _ I BLUE FUEL _NTc_L IGNITION I ....... _-........ , _ i GREEN ....... (CLUTCH OFF) 4_, I I i I I FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID (IFSO SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) R EQUIPPED) i i OPERATOR PRESENCE 86 RELAY #1 I IGNITION UNIT PLUG _ SPARK GAP (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 917.272082 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 5 9 10 11 13 14 17 18 25 26 28 29 30 31 37 38 39 58 60 64 74 142 143 144 145 159 166 206 207 2(_ 212 - - Chassis Stamping Draw_bar Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Bumper Hood/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, L.H. Panel, Dash, R.H.
GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR.. MODEL NUMBER 62 36 32 917.
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 GROUND DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 ...... 8 10 14 15 16 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 55 56 57 59 61 62 63 64 65 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydro Gr314-0510 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc STD5414.
TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY -- MODEL NUMBER 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER STEERING ASSEMBLY 917.272082 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 26 28 29 3O 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 51 54 63 65 67 68 71 82 85 88 91 Steedng Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL Spindle Assembly, L.H. Spindle Assembly, R.H.
TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER ENGINE 38 33 31 _"_ 33 29 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 42 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170548 2 1772O410 3 ...... 4 13 14 16 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 40 44 45 46 77 80 81 101 105 159420 12-041-03 148456 STD551237 169837 137180 109202X 158990 123487X 137040 148315 124028X 17670412 17000512 19O91416 19101216 74760508 73510400 M73030800 17120616 DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cuffing 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 SEAT ASSEMBLY 25 11 12 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Seat Bracket, Pivot,Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spring,Seat Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/'32x I x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Knob Seat Bracket,SwitchMounting 140123 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 174894 166369 121246X 44 KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 DECALS 10 4 7 13 71 9 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 Decal, Oper. Instr. Decal,HP Engine Decal,Hood,R.H. Decal, Hood,L.H. DecalHoodReplacement Decal,CustomerMaintenance Decal,Hood Side Decal, Deck Decal,Fender,Craftsman Decal,FenderDanger Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 156811 177367 177333 177334 171765 133644 177325 172331 163204 156439 146046 WHEELS 4,10 7 11 20 KEY NO, PART NO.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 31 32 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 STD624008 173288 73350800 130171 73800800 139868 163552 169865 73540600 DESCRIPTION Uft Lever Inner Wire Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge Beadng, Nylon Grip, Handle, Fluted Button, Plunger, Red Link, Uft, LH. Unk, Lift, R.H.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 165892 STD533107 138017 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 4O 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38142" eck STD624008 Retainer Spdng 130832 Ann, Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY NO. PART NO. KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL_ HOUSING AND BAFFLES] /14 43 AIR INTAKE BLOWER J 6-- _ 7 0-8 10-9-- 54 11.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY NO. KEY NO. PART NO. 1 M-545010-S 2 3 4 24-468-10-S 12-146-07-S M-550010-S 5 6 7 8 9 24-096-05-S 12-027-76-S 12-063-18-S 25-154-02-S 12-086-37-S 10 11 12-063-20-S M-645016-S PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM KEY NO. PART NO. M-839070-S 2 25-098-07-S 3 4 5 6 7 8 12-755-54-S 12-227-18-S 12-170-05-S 12-221-01-S 12-227-13-S 12-211-01-S ENGINE CONTROLS DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x70 (2) Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) Kit, drive end Cap, drive end Armature Kit, brush & spring Cap, commutator end Boll, hex. flange 1/4-20x45/8 (2) PART NO.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272082 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY NO, 1 2 3 PART NO. DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) M-629116-S Stud M6x1.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING I GUIDE FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL "SIGHTING SLOPES "" ... ..CUT I TH-Fs SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. I /_ greater ), neverup across the face. Makeof turns Operate than your 15 Tractor and down the face slopes gradu(not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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