Owner’s Manual CRRFTSMRN GARDEN TRACTOR 22.0 HP, 54" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.276210 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. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty......................... ................... 2 Safety Rules................... ................... 3 Product Specifications... ................... 5 Assembly/Pre-Operation .. ................... 7 Operation....................... ................. 12 Maintenance Schedule.. ................. 18 Maintenance.................... ............... 18 Service and Adjustments.... ............... 22 Storage............................. ............... 29 Troubleshooting............... ....
SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. A WARNING: In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setting up, trans porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. A WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
SAFETY RULES • Never carry children, even with the II. SLOPE OPERATION blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result in severe injury or death. Opera have been given rides in the past may tion on all slopes requires extra caution.
SAFETY RULES • • • • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. Never overfill fuel tank.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints W/0 Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap; .040") Ground Speed Lo: Hi: (MPH): 0.7 1.7 1.4 3.3 2.3 5.4 Reverse: 0.9 2.1 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM Battery: Amp/Hr: 35 Min. CCA: 280 Case size: U1R Blade Bolt Torque; 45-55 Ft. Lbs.
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel O steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Gauge Wheels Steering Sleeve Seat (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (4) Washers ,^ o/n 3/8 X 3/4x14 Ga.
ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
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. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5.
2. Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. 3. Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. DO NOT con nect any pins. When properly centered the front mower brackets should be aligned so when the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide between the mower brackets. 4. Lower attachment lift lever to lowest position. 5. Cut plastic tie and lower front suspen sion plate. 6 .
Belt Tension Rod Disengaged Position -Locking Bracket Electric Clutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly Double Loop Retainer Springs Gauge Wheel Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins Deflector Shield CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release AMMETER - Indicates battery charging attachment lift lever when changing its (+) or discharging (-).
[ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the SAFETY GLASSES 1 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. F№ESIQHTB BETTER ^M^NOSIGKT HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
1. Lower mower and adjust mower to de TO OPERATE MOWER sired cutting height(See “TO ADJUST Your tractor is equipped with an operator MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this presence sensing switch. Any attempt section of manual). by the operator to leave the seat with the 2. Remove retainer spring and clevis pin engine running and the attachment clutch which secure each gauge wheel bar. engaged will shut off the engine. You must 3. Lower gauge wheels to ground.
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi tion. 3. Look down and behind before backing. 4. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) po sition and slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement. 5. When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will the carburetor fuel mixture may need to take extra cranking time to move fuel from be adjusted for best engine performance. the tank to the engine. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the 1. Sit on seat in operating position, Service and Adjustments section of this depress clutch/brake pedal and set manual. parking brake.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE 'i?'. Check Brake Operation ✓ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ g^pyiQ^ Q^y^g ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ s ✓ ✓ Sharpen/Repiace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ Clean Battery and Terminals ✓ ✓ Check Transaxle Cooling ✓ Check Battery Levei ✓ Check V-Belts Check Engine Ol! Level ✓ ✓ Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) ✓ ✓ ✓ 1.
ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position TRACTOR (Normal Operating) Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION 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 • When the engine is running with the Adjustments section of this manual).
Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced. V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
Knobs 4. After oil has drained compietely, close the drain valve turning clockwise. Use the 7/16" (11 mm) wrench to apply a small amount of torque to keep it Cover closed. Do not over tighten. 5. Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place. Foam 6 . Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip Pre-Cleaner stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this CLEAN AIR SCREEN manual. 7.
We do not recommend using a garden CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis ail foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free sion are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, type wax.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any blade so the tip is pointing Adjust the mower while tractor is parked straight forward. Measure distance "B" at on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT front and rear tip of blade SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). • Before making any necessary adjust ments, check that both front plate links If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 1. Install belt around both mandrel pulleys MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL and around idler pulleys as shown. 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage 2. Install belt onto electric clutch pulley. parking brake. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout 2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest ing in all mower pulley grooves. position. 3. Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel 3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock covers. Securely tighten all screws. A bracket. 4.
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH 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 a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Make sure attachment clutch and igni tion switches are in “OFF” position. 2. Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY ^WARNING; Lead-acid batteries gen erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame A and smoking materials away from bat teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Transaxle If your battery is too weak to start the Pulley engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT Belt TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of Keeper -V-ldler this manual).
4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6 . First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 7. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with re maining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely 8 . Close terminal access doors. 9. Close hood.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to a Sears or other qualified ser vice center for repair and/or adjustment. 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. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for stor age at the end of the season or if the trac tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ^WARNING: 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: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine flooded. CORRECTION 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. 2. Throttle in “CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Clean underside of mower and trash under mower. housing. 4. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. Check oil level/change oil. 6. Faulty spark plug.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. CORRECTION 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position. 2.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 SCHEMATIC 02832 -193394 \ 193395 EHP RCS LT WITH BYPASS SWITCH / ELECTRIC CLUTCH .BATTERY black; WH11Í BLUE FUEL SHUT-OFF _SOLENC3ID_ _ , FUEL IGNITION UNIT SPARK PLUGS (2 PLUGS ^ ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) HOUR METER BLACK (OPTIONAL) LINE ■CT'-' O' LIGHT SW .. I— NOTE IGNITION SWITCH POSITION OFF CIRCUIT “MAKE" M+G+A1 B+A1 B+A1 L+A2 B + S + A1 RUN/OVERRiDE RUN START HEADLIGHTS YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL. ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 8 10 11 12 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 34 40 41 42 43 45 50 52 79 95 96 97 98 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 Harness Socket Light W/4152J Bulb Light Cable Battery Cable, Battery Fuse Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc Cable, Ground Switch, Plunger Switch, Ign Key, Ignition Switch Light / Reset Harness Ign. Screw Thd.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 24 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 39 43 44 45 50 58 60 63 66 67 68 70 84 85 86 88 91 106 122 130 137 138 139 142 144 148 150 152 153 156 157 158 161 162 165 167 169 172 PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 35 36 41 42 45 51 52 53 DESCRIPTION 186093X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm., LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 8 9 10 11 12 15 18 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 31 37 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Engine Briggs Model No. 40H777-0241-E1 149723 Muffler 121361X Pulley V-ldler 177748 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 175287 Bushing 179335 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 179115 Tank Fuel Rear 5.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 13 Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Asm Fender Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Clip, Push In, Hinged Nut, Cro\A/nlock 3/8-16 unc Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18 uncx 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bracket, Mounting Switch Bushing, Snap 188714 140551 140675 127018X 145006 STD541437 124181X 171877 182493 174648 121248X KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 DECALS 14 20 13 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 PART NO. 182168 186242 186243 186725 133644 185366 186572 156439 181249 146047 178482 KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 LIFT ASSEMBLY lift rh 17 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 121006X 2 180045 3 159189 4 12000022 5 19292016 6 71110624 7 175830 8 175831X505 10 183894 11 175375 12 163552 23 STD624008 24 73350800 26 73800800 29 150233 30 110807X 31 19131016 32 137150 33 76020308 34 137167 Rod Asm., Lever Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Lever Asm., Lift Rh E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga, Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/2 Grip, Handle Fluted Button, Plunger Spring 0.62 00x2.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276210 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 KEY PART NO. NO.
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