Owner's Manual CRAFTSHAN 15.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAX_L LAWN TRACTGd Mod._el_No,__. 917.271011 • • • t Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat and Co.
aintenance ......................................... 18 Service and Adjustments ...................... 22 Storage ................................................. 28 Troubleshooting .................................... 29 Repair Parts ......................................... 34 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRAN_.
• Turnoff blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or uncloggingchute. - Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN • 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.
manufacturer's recommended pads, 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. 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.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPAP__TY AND TYi_E: - 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.OPINTS W/O FILTER: 3.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: GAP: .040") Champion RC12YC GROUND SPEED MPH): ............ FORWARD: I sT Should,you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Weld Nuts #10 (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 6 _ (2) Lock #10 Washers
Partspacked separately in carton Steering Boot Seat Video Cassette Mulcher Plate .. _----.-..
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of .those parts left una_Seml:ded 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.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battety box door. • 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). Seat Pan Battery Box Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See =TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
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. • Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
These-symbolsmay 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.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objectsthrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Alwayswear safetyglasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or - repairs. We recommenda wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR remove key. Always remove key when leaving b'actorto prevent unauthorized use. Yourtractoris equippedwith anoperatorpres• Never use choke to stop engine. encesensingswitch.
TO TRANSPORT mately 2-1/2 inches duringthe cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better lookinglawns, mow oftenand after moderate growth. • For best cuttingperformance, grass over 6 inches in heightshould be mowed twice. Make the firstcut relativelyhigh; the second to desired heighL TO OPERATE MOWER • Raise attachment liftto highest positionwith attachment liftcontrol. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.
_WAIFINING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanolor methanol) can attract moisture whichleads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run un_l the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: Fix best perlonTmnce,keep mower housing free of built-upgrass and trash. Clean @er each use. • The speclalmulching blade will recutthe grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the across or perpendicular to the firstcut path. • ChangeyourcutUngpattemfromweekto week. Mow north to southone week then changeto east to westthe next week. This will help prevent mattingand graining of the lawn. lawntheywindisperseintothegrassand not be noticed.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ICE DATES! i Check Brake Operation V' Check Tire Pressure tl/ V' Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems and I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners AC Sharpen/Replace T Lubrication Chart I_ 0 Check Battery Level 1_6 CkDan Battery and Terminals tk/ Check Transaxle Cooling Ik/ R V' V'7 Mower Blades lk f ; , V'4 I/r I1_ Adjust Blade BaR(s) Tension Ik/s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s i Chec_Er_ Change o,r_eve_
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAK-EOPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See washer in exact order as shown, • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated, Trailing Mandrel Edge Up Center Hole • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).
• • • • Keep battery and terminals clean. Keep battery bolts tight. Keep small vent holes open. Rechargeat 6-10 amperes for I hour. TO CLEAN BATIERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Open battery box door. ' DisconnectBLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
conditions. SPARK O Remove knob and Cover. • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base_ Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this man ual. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER • Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. • ' Saturate it in engine oil.
_LCAU-TION: 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 REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut =E" on both front links an equal number of turns. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS").
BELTINSTALLATION• Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Makesure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Idler Pulley Idler Pulley Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer.
Keps Nut Positive (Red) Cable Hex Bolt (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY ............... • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedures.
lowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. _ ..... • Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Idle speed setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should idle at 1750 RPM.
ImmedLa_tely.prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. ,_CAUTION: 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. • Drain the fuel tank. Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not-start-- CORRECTION CAUSE • Out of fuel. • 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 adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjustmerit. Hard to start • Dirty air filter. • Bad spark plug. • Weak or dead battery. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Loss-ofpower(cont'd) CHART CAUSE CORRECTION • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change spark plug. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. Spark plug wire loose. • • • • Dirty engine air screen/fins. Dirty/clogged muffler. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. Excessive vibration • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Bent blade mandrel.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Poor grass discharge (cont'd) CHART CAUSE CORRECTION • • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Mower drive belt wom. • Blades improperly installed. • Improper blades used. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) • • • • • Battery will not charge • Bad battery cell(s). • Poor cable connections. • Faulty regulator (if so equipped). • Faulty altemator.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 SCHEMATIC ( BATTERY SOLENOID RED I FUSE 30 AMP. i CLUTCH (OPTIONAL) I STARTER -* 1 BRAKE .... I I "G ! I I ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) SWITCH __1 FUELSHUT-OFF t y;_lo_ IGNITI_= , I ( SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH (NOTOCCUPIED) PRESENCE RELAY #1 STATOR BRAKE IGNmON SWITCH POSITION OFF RUN/LIGHT CIRCUIT "MAKE" G+ M÷ L B+L NONE A+Y RUN B+ L NONE START B+ L +S NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO. 1 163465 2 74760412 8 156417 16 161343 19 STD551125 2O 7335O40O 21 147430 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 _108824X 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 160784 30 140301 31 124211X 32 141226 33 109310X 40 161352 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 44 73640400 45 121433X 52 141940 70 142621 81 109748X DESCRIPTION Battery,12 Volt 28 Amp Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 Case, Battery Mech Hinge Switch, Interlock N. OPNJN.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. 1 160392 2 140356 3 17490612 4 19131216 5 155272 9 161917X013 10 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 155934X010 14 17490608 17 144983X558 18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 145198X558 29 155217 30 151287X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 139886 39 139887 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 145201 54 161464 55 145202 57 STD552507 58 150127 60 STD533707 64 154798 74 STD541437 140 158418 142 156095 143 154966 144 154207 145 156524 -- :'54793 917.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 GROUND DRIVE 72 70 116 51 5 48 150 27 151 .
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 GROUND DRIVE KEY NO. 1 PART NO. --- DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. Transaxle(See Breakdown) Dana, Model Number4360-122 Spring, Return, Brake Pulley, Transaxle Ring, Retainer Strap, Torque Screw, Thd., Roll.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 •15 17 18 19 20 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 36 37 38 39 40 - 41 42 43 44 46 PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ENGINE 14 i 38 ss 33 S S_ '_'-- "" -" _x S-_ s_ S "';'_','I _" ' P_ _ -:,_'_..._ 29 \ OPTIONAL 23 / EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 42 I II I°'l "J illt l )jl,.<,.
TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 35 37 8 40 44 46 62 77 79 80 81 PART NO. 162156 17720410 137350 13280328 13200300 STD551231 159880 137180 109202X 156990 123487X 17490512 137040 ....... 124028X 17490412 19091416 STD551131 19101216 M740108025 74760508 128861 DESCRIPTION Control,Throt/ Ch Screw,Hex ThdCut 1/4-20x5/8T Engine(See Breakdown)KohlerModel No.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 SEAT ASSEMBLY \ 8 S I i I ; i • I 21 i I ! ! I i i 5 KEY _PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 140123 140551 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 120068X 121246X KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Seat _. Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spdng, Seat Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 1 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn. Knob Seat 1/2-13 UNC BIk PART NO.
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 DECALS 13 6 2O 9 8 21 12 5 14 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 3 4 5 156368 163200 163202 163261 6 8 9 10 12 133644 163203 163204 156439 146046 WHEELS KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, OHV Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Oper. Instr. Hood, R.H. Hood, LH. Dash Pnl Kohler 15.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 11 139865 12 . 139866 13 STD624008 15 127218 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73680800 19 139868 20 163552 31 140302 32 73540600 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger LT ShaftAsm. _.ift Pin Groove ! E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 160955 2274J 134400 105904X 16O94O Housing, Upper Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 Bell, Detent Spring, Detent Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 X .482 Assy, Kit, Shifter _V-Ring Puck, Fdction Bearing, Flange Ring, Retaining 1 2 3 4 5 6 134788 7 .
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 AIR INTAKE J BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I _4 _2 t ° @-, 7 15 8 _ _5 6 14 -1 o 8rag _ ENGINE CONTROLS J ._r---_, llLI,orl |d(_l'" °_- 1=%'_-LI P' .
TRACTOR KOHLER - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER AIR INTAKE KEY NO. PART NO. 2 25-341-02 Kit, Air Cleaner (Incl. Key Numbers 2 thru 12) Knob, Air Cleaner Cover 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12-096-24 12-083-08 12-100-01 X-25-63 12-083-05 12-313-04 12-094-12 Cover, Air Cleaner Precleaner Element Wing Nut Washer, Plain 1/4 Element, Air Cleaner (Incl. #7) Grommet Base, AirCleaner 10 11 12-072.05 12-086-01 NOT ILLUSTRATED - 12-113-53 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 12-04T-02-- (Incl.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 FUEL SYSTEM KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 -27 28 29 30 31 32 33 PART NO.
TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE- - - MODEL MODEL NUMBER NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER IGNrr_DN I E!._ECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY NO. KEY NO. PART NO. 1 12-086-14 2 3 4 12-468-03 24-162-03 M.0639016 5 6 7 8 9 10 12-112.01 12-157-02 X-42-15 12-025-37 12-155.02 M-0548025 11 M-0545010 12 13 14 15 16 17 12-154-02-12-085-07 12-132-02 X-728-1 12-584-01 M-0545020 DESCRIPTION Screw, Hex Flange MIO x 1.
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