Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN° LAWN TRACTOR 19.0 H P, 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.274650 i_ differently from built engines. Before operates you start the his product haspreviously a low emission engine which engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual, IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions about Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before this product, Call: operating this equipment.
Warranty ................................................. Safety Rules ........................................... Product Specifications ............................ Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ Operation .............................................. Maintenance Schedule ......................... Maintenance 2 3 6 8 10 16 ......................................... 16 Service and Adjustments ...................... 21 Storage .................................................
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. _lb WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. _IWARNING: in neutral, tractor.
I1.SLOPE OPERATION Slopesare a majorfactor relatedto loss of controlandtip-over accidents,which can result in severeinjury or death. Operation on all slopes requiresextra caution. If you cannotback up the slope or if you feel uneasyon it, do not mow it. • Mow up and down slopes,not across. • Watchfor holes,ruts, bumps,rocks,or other hiddenobjects. Uneventerrain could overturnthe machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Choosea lowground speed so that you will not haveto stop or shift while on the slope.
• • • • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truckor trailerand refuelit on the ground.If this is not possible,then refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable container,ratherthan from a gasoline dispensernozzle. Keepthe nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or containeropening at all times until fueling is complete.Do not use a nozzle lock-opendevice. If fuel is spilledon clothing, change clothingimmediately. Neveroverfill fuel tank.Replacegas cap and tighten securely.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 4.0 Capacity and Unleaded Type: Regular Oil Type SAE10W30(above 32°F 'API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints Spark (Gap: Champion Plug: .030") Ground (MPH): Speed Tire Pressure: 32°F RC12YC 1.2 1.5 2.4 3.5 4.8 5.3 1.5 Front: Rear: 14 PSI 10 PSI Amp/Hr: 35 Min. CCA: 280 Case Size: U1R Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.
(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet
Your newtractor has been assembledat the factory. When right or left hand is mentionedin this manual, it meanswhen you are in the operating position(seatedbehindthe steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 2. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grille. IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid.
6. 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 "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
KN OW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR 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 TO SET PARKING TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead.
TO STOP • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • 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 disengage MOWER BLADES attachment - clutch control.
TO OPERATEON HILLS • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual. ,_WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
, Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again.
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TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION per- If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
• The blade can be sharpenedwith a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • Tocheck blade balance,you will need a 5/8" diametersteel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructionssupplied with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appearto be centered,but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreadedportion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallelwith the ground.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. To open, pull out on the drain valve. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER CLEANING The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out.
SERVICE ARNING: ORTOADJUSTMENTS: AVOID SERIOUS _ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. INJURY, 5. 6. 7. ANY IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the MOWER tractor, remove the front links. TO INSTALL MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. 1. Place attachment clutch switch in "DISENGAGED" position. 2. Move attachment lift lever forward to 3. 4. PERFORMING Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length. • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
TO REPLACE BELT MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO ADJUST 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. 2. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod. 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut "A". 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary.
3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto TO ADJUST MENT STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- engine pulley. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. 5. Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut securely. 6. Reconnect clutch harness. If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER 7.
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER 1. Connect one end of the RED cable 2. to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. Connect one end of the BLACK cable 3. CABLES CABLES, chassis _h_ ._-/ y '_! Terminal " Guard 1 ,_ ..... L__ '! TO REPLACE 1. 2. __ ,.'-_. ,/'i' _"_ BLACK 2.
ENGINE 1. Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE 2. 3. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.
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. 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. • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 3ORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. 5. 6. 7 Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5.
TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate PROBLEM Loss of power CHART: section in manual directed CAUSE 1. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10. Spark 11. 12. 13. 14. to Sears service center CORRECTION 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. 2. 3. plug wire loose. Dirty engine air screen/fins. Dirty/clogged muffler.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Obstruction mechanism. 1. Remove obstruction• in clutch 2. Worn/damaged belt. mower 3. 4. Frozen idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel. drive 2. Replace 3. 4. Replace idler pulley. Contact a Sears or other qualified Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. 3. Travel speed Wet grass. 4. Mower 5. Low/uneven 6. Worn, 7.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Peerless 206-545C KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION V-Belt, Ground Drive Keeper, Belt, Center Span Screw 3/8-16 x .
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 26 28 29 30 32 36 37 38 39 40 186094X428 184706 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 12000029 175121 STD551137 73940800 136518 145212 177883 126847X 19131416 17000612 76020412 192757 155105 152927 186095X428 19183812 73540500 Wheel Steering Axle Asm Spindle Asm LH Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 ENGINE 2 1 14 38 ,105 32 13 37 41 29 \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 SEAT ASSEMBLY 18 I /" /" ] 5 \ 11 17 seat It knob 12 14 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 180598 180166 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 180186 166369 174648 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot Fender Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 uric x 1 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Clip Push-In Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc Spring Seat Cprsn Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga. Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 DECALS 11 16 3 13 21 21 4 11 10 18 2O 7 24 6 15 12 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 15 187407 138047 194023 194024 160396 146046 179128 194044 156439 194049 172331 133644 187408 Reflector, LH Decal, Battery, Diehard, Sears Decal, Hood RH Decal, Hood LH Decal, Deck Sch.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 LIFT ASSEMBLY 41 3 4 6 11 13 19 20 13 32 . 61718 20 19 13 32 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 13 15 16 17 179504 159476 188822 12000002 19211621 120183X 175830 139865 139866 STD624008 173288 73350800 175689 DESCRIPTION Plunger Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. Bearing, Nylon Grip, Handle, Fluted Link, Lift, L.H. Link, Lift, R.H. Retainer Spring Link, Front Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 Trunnion unc KEY NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 MOWER DECK _ 68 I-4o ls9_ €'_ 144 ,_45 _lso ._ _'f "-'- 140 117 1 116 21 34 23 1 24 25 J 26 28 27 29 92 ___192 4 149 6 19/_ 21 42 44 D, eIec.t-path,adjwl.
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 --13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 40 44 45 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 182032 STD533107 138017 165460 STD624008 178024 850857 STD551137 140296 Mower Housing Bolt BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Fn BracketSway Bar 38142" Retainer Spring Bar Sway Deck Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 35A 9 5 18 4 29 35 36 42A 79 _ODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE 46
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 9 CRANKCASE 24 1 @ 27 _ 25 J5 j3 12 48 J0
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY NO. PART NO. KEY NO. 1 2 3 20 096 07-S 20 041 13-S M-645020-S 4 5 20 326 01-S 20 599 01-S 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 086 186 086 146 062 173 089 086 04-S 01-S 03-S 03-S 01-S 01-S 03-S 02-S 14 15 16 17 18 12 20 20 20 20 468 318 016 017 841 05-S 01-S 01-S 01-S 01-S 19 20 411 02-S DESCRIPTION Kit, valve cover (Includes 2) Gasket, valve cover Screw, hex.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 20 162 02-S 12 086 14-S 12 468 03-S 20 146 02-S 20 157 01-S X-42-15-S 20 025 05-S 231285-S 20 086 17-S 20 154 02-S M-548025-S 24 085 03-S 236602-S M-545020-S Screen, grass Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 Washer, spring 3/16" Plate, fan mounting Fan Key, woodruff Flywheel Clip, cable (2) Screw Clip, cable Screw, hex. hd. M5x0.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 OIL PAN/LUBRICATiON I 2 t5 / t4 '_3 .....
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 STARTING SYSTEM KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 20 098 01-S 25 100 31-S Starter assembly, inertia drive Nut, hex. serrated flange (2) OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY NO. PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274650 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER SV590, TYPE NUMBER 0002 CRANKSHAFT KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 20 014 14-S X-42-15-S 20 043 12-S Crankshaft (includes Key 3/16" Gear, crankshaft 2) EXHAUST KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 25 20 20 20 =- 072 041 522 755 DESCRIPTION 04-S 12-S 01 05-S Stud, exhaust (2) Gasket, exhaust Short Block Gasket Set FUEL SYSTEM KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 20 041 07-S 20 265 01-S M6xl .
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL (.O 15 DEGREES MAX. _b ii_i!iiii!!!!!i_iii!!!ill down the face of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate tractor and slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns your gradually to up prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes, ii_i/iiiii!i!i! ¸..................................................................
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