Owner's Manual _'_ dr LIBRARY; CRAFTSMAN ° 20.0 HP ELECTRIC START 50" MOWER 6 SPEED Receivedcopied Entered LiSRc ceived (NR!_9_Sf Scan,_cd GARDEN TRACTOR Model No 917.273050 • • • • 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 5 am- Craftsman Help Une 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
Warranty ............................................... 2 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Safety Rules ................................. ......... 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Product Specifications .......................... 5 Storage ............................................... 29 Assembly ............................................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Operation ............................................
• 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 ro_idways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
• 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.
PRODUCT MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR )ILTYPE SAE 10W30 &PI-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW )ILCAPACITY: 32°F) W/FILTER: 4.2PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.7PINTS _PARK PLUG: CHAMPION GAP: .030") RC12YC GROUND MPH): SPEED LO: 0.7 1.4 2.3 0.9 REVERSE: HI: 1.7 3.3 5.4 2.
Parts Bag contents (1) Shoulder shown full size Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (3) Retainer (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) Springs (double loop)
Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents (2) Shoulder Bolts not shown full size (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge _) (2) Center- Seat _ (2) Gauge Wheels Video Cassette II I / J Steering I I I Sleeve (2) Keys I I Manual v (2) Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel I t __ lock Nuts Steering Wheel Insert I Parts Bag Slope Sheet 7 Steering Sleeve Extension
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 _..-J" Wheel Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly _ ,..F"'_:_ Stee ring easier.
INSTALL Adjust knob. SEAT seat before tightening • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. • Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. • 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. • Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control (see Know Your Tractor in the Operation section). Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing antisway bar and be_ts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.
v" CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. / No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,I Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/All tires are properly inflated.
These symbols may appear on your tractor Learn and understand their meaning. BAI-FERY CAUTION OR WARNING or in literature REVERSE supplied FORWARD with the product. FAST SLOW _I_ENG'NEON I_!_IENG'NEOFF O"PRESSURE_ L'G"TSON_ OV_,_Mp_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT R N H L ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED REVERSE NEUTRAL LOW PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT IGNITION HIGH KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) i:i::iiJ::i:i_iii_ .
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S YOUR TRACTOR MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of 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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING unauthorized • Never use choke to stop engine.
• Turn knob clockwise (f-_) to raise cutting height. • Turn knob counterclockwise (v_)to lower cutting height. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.
NOTE: Toprotecthoodfrom damage when transportingyour tractoron a truck help insure good cold weather starting. _WARNING: Experience indicates that or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
WARM WEATHER AND ABOVE) STARTING (50 ° F • When engine starts, Slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • 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.
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. 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.
BATTERY ENGINE 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. LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.
_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. Bottom _ edge of _ ,L _ mower t(_ IA_=_ ground.J---______o_/g Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Bottom edge of . _ mower _\1_1 I to rOund Nut roun, UneT""TFRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
Bcrews Left Hand Mandrel Idler Pulleys Primary tdler Arm Electric Clutch Bolt in Housing Hand Mandrel Drive Belt Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT • Check secondary idler arm and idler tc see that they rotate freely. • Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket. • Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown. • Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorizec service center/department. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center/ department.
IMPORTANT: Check brake adjustment. TO ADJUST ALIGNMENT STEERING TO REMOVE WHEEL FRONT REAR WHEEL • Block rear axle securely. • Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal. • Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.
• Connectthe otherend of the BLACK cable to good CHASSISGROUND, awayfrom fueltank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis then from the fully charged • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS and battery. • RED cal: _,,J,astfrom bot_lbatteries. "Positive" ,, (+)J v(e/ AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may your tractor to run poorly, stop prevent it from starting.
Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusting Turning the adjusting needles out (coun terclockwise) increases the supply of fue to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mix ture. IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles an, the seats in carburetor may result if screv is turned in too tight.
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. • IL 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 Also, experience • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART i PROBLEM Will not start CORRECTION • Out offuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. • • • • Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged. wiring Carburetor out of Service adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. • • IHard to staM i CAUSE Fill fuel tank. See '3-0 START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Engine clicks start but will not • CORRECTION Weak or dead battery. Corroded battery terminals, Loose or damaged Recharge or replace battery. Clean battery terminals. Check all wiring. wiring. Check/replace solenoid starter. Faulty solenoid or starter. Loss of :)ower • Cutting too much grass/too fast. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash. under mower Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor cut - uneven (Cont.) CORRECTION Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Obstruction in clutch mechanism. Remove obstruction. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel. Replace mower drive belt. Replace Replace idler pulley. blade mandrel. Engine • • Place throttle control in "FAST" position.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID AMMETER , i ) ...... wH,_ = IC i _ITE G i FUSE30AMP. : BLACK _ , ,_, WHITE i F H _l _lr= f._ IA : i ,Lu I -__j- ELECTRIC CLUTCH L ......... i ' PTO (DISENGAGED) _ BUCK _ ; i I L ........ CLUTCH/BRAKE _NITION STARTER I I t- aLACK i ° I SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) , I_ I _LA°_ I SPARK PLUGS GAP J---'_ (2 PLUGS _ ON TWIN CYL.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 ELECTRICAL KEYPART NO. NO. DP.SCRIPI1ON 1 2 8 10 11 12 16 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 45 50 52 81 83 Battery Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt 1/4.20 x 7.5 Zinc Hold down Battery Dash Mount Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Switch Interlock Push-In Washer, Lock 1/4 Nut, Jam Hex 1/4-20 Harness Socket Ught W/4152J Bulb Ught Cable, Battery Cable, Battery Fuse Nut Keps Hex 1/4.20 Unc Cabte, Ground Switch, Plunger Switch, Ign Key, Ignition Harness Ign.
TRACTOR CHASSIS -- MODEL NUM BER 917.
TRACTOR-CHASSIS MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR GROUND -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 DRIVE 39 36 i.... 37 6 29 28 \ 9 27 10_.
TRACTO R -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER STEERING 16 \ 40 917.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 44 45 Wheel, Steering Axle Asm., Front Fitting, Grease Spindle Asm, LH Spindle Asm., RH Beadng, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. Ring, Klip #T5304-75 Cap, Spindle Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4 Spacer Bearing Axle Front Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 Uric Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 SEATASSEMBLY 19 12 21 3 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140124 2 140551 3 140675 4 127018X 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 6 150176 10 155925 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Bolt, Shourder 5/16.18x.62 Clip, Push In, Hinged Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20X 1-1/2 KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 DECALS 1 3 7 10 5 12 8 15 14 11 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 163265 164O85 163916 163917 149516 6 7 6 9 10 11 133644 167166 164757 163204 156439 4900J WHEELS DESCRIPTION Decal, Dash Panel Decat, Dash Decal, Hood RH Craftsman " Decal, Hood LH Craftsman Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN ENGAsro Decal, Maintenance Decal, Fender Decal, Engine Decal, Fender Craftsroan Decal, Fender Danger Decal, Clutch/Brake AND TIRES t -....___..., PART NO.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 LIST ASSEMBLY 40 35 17 34 39 70 42 12 13 I 23 _ 24 \ \ .
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 LIST ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 MOWER DECK KEY pART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 TRANSAXLE KEY PART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL STARTING -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 NUMBER CV2OS, TYPE NUMBER 65551 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION SYSTEM KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 M-0839070 2 24-096-05 3 M-0839080 4 12-468-01 5 25-098-05 6 12-221-0t 7 12-227-13 8 12-211_1 9 12-755-54 10 12-227-06 11 12-170-05 Screw, hex. flange M8xl,25x70 Cover, pinion Screw, hex. flange MBx1.25xB0 Washer, plain 11/32" (3) Starter, (Includes 6-11) Kit, brush Cap Bolt, thru (2) Kit, drive Cap, drive end Armature KEYPART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV2OS,TYPENUMBER65551 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEYPART NO. NO. KEYPART NO. NO. 1 54-755-15 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 M-0403025 ;(-25-92 24-112-04 25-086-47 24-157-03 12-086-14 12-468-03 X-42-15 24-025-04 25-403-63 X-25-92 24-086-18 286602 54-755-09 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 12-132-06 M-0548025 235173 48-154-02 X-25-63 24-584-01 M-0545020 DESCRIPTION Kit, grass screen (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) Screw, hex. cap M4x0.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I I D13 [_jls ,\ \2 7- 25 _.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV2OS, TYPE NUMBER 65551 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEYPART NO, NO. KEYPART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273050 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKSHAFT KEYPART NO. NO. 1 2 24-014-72 52-139-09 FUEL SYSTEM DESCRIP_ON KEYPART NO. NO. Crankshaft (Includes 2) Plug, cup 1 24-853-25 2 3 24-041-15 - - 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 24-041-14 M-0629095 M.0641060 47-154-01 24-353-03 X-426-9 24-086-12 24-393434 24-100-01 25-353.03 24-050.02 EXHAUST KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 244341-02 Gasket, exhaust (`2) 2 25.072-04 Stud, M8x1.
SUGGESTED J GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL "* SIGHTING GUIDE _1 _ i_| _ i_| 0 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ] greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme :,!!1 caution when changing direction on slopes.
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