Craftsman 917.270824 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

19,5 HP

ELECTRAC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATRC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No

917.27082 #

o Safety

o Assembly

o Operation

oMaintenance

o Repair Parts

L ¸ ! ;_ bF ? _ _ - )_., , : •

_This product has a low emisSiOn engine which operates diffei;_tly

I11ILL_JIltfrom previously built engines_ Before yOU start:the engine_ read

and understand this Owner's Manual , : ==

CAUTION:

Read and followall

SafetyRules and Instructions

beforeoperatingthisequip-

menL

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-591 7

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am-5pm, Mon-Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www sears corn/craftsman

Warranty............................................................2

SafetyRules...............................................2

ProductSpecifications.............................5

Assembly........................................................8

Operation..................................................1!

MaintenanceSchedule............................18

Maintenance................................................118

ServiceandAdjustments................. 22

Storage.......................................... 27

Troubleshooting......................................28

RepairParts............................................32

PartsOrdering .....................BackCover

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT

Fortwo (2)yearsfromthedateof purchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtuned upaccordingto theinstructionsin the owner's

manual,Searswillrepairor replace,freeof charge,anypartsfoundto bedefectivein

materialor workmanship_

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduring normaluse suchas blades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,belts,etc.

o Tirereplacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or ac-

cident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the inctructions con-

tained in the owner's manual

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home war-

ranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days

from the date of purchase Please contact your nearest service center After 30 days

from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman

riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will

still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will

apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This War-

ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may

vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Heffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca-

pable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects Failure to observe the

following safety instructions could result

in serious injury or death

GENERAL OPERATION

o Read, understand, and follow all in-

structions in the manual and on the ma-

chine before starting

. Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine

o Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc, which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area

° Never carry passengers

o Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing

o Be aware of the mower discharge di-

rection and do not point it at anyone

Do not operate the mower without ei-

ther the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place

o Slow down before turning

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set

parkingbrake,stopengine,andre-

movekeysbeforedismounting,

• Turnoff bladeswhennot mowing.

• Stopenginebeforeremovinggrass

catcheror uncloggingchute

• Mowonlyin daylightor goodartificial

light,

o Do notoperatethe machinewhile un-

dertheinfluenceof alcoholordrugs

o Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearor

crossingroadways

• Useextracare whenloadingor un-

loadingthe machineintoatraileror

truck

o Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60

yearsand above,are involvedin a

largepercentageof ridingmower-

relatedinjuries.Theseoperators

shouldevaluatetheirabilityto operate

theridingmowersafelyenoughto

protectthemselvesandothersfrom

seriousinjury

SLOPEOPERATION

Slopesare a majorfactorrelatedto loss-

of-controlandtipoveraccidents,which

sanresultinsevereinjuryor death.All

slopesrequireextracaution.Ifyoucannot

backuptheslopeor if youfeel uneasyon

it,donotmowit

DO:

, Mowup anddownslopes,not across

Removeobstaclessuchas rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watchforholes,ruts orbumps.Un-

eventerraincouldoverturnthema-

chine Tallgrasscanhideobstacles

Useslowspeed Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothaveto stoporshift

whileon theslope.

Followthe manufacturer'srecommen-

dationsfor wheelweightsorcounter-

weightsto improvestability

Useextracarewith grasscatchersor

otherattachmentsThesecanchange

thestabilityofthemachine

Keepall movementontheslopesslow

andgradual Donotmakesudden

changesinspeedor direction

Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope If

tireslosetraction,disengagethe

bladesand proceedslowlystraight

downthe slope

:)ONOT:

Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual- 3

ly downhill, if possible.

°Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in

°Do not mow on wet grass Reduced

traction could cause sliding

.Do nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground

oDo not use grass catcher on steep

slopes,

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children,

Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity Never as-

sume that children will remain where you

last saw them

° Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult,

oBe alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

° Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children

oNever carry children They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

. Never allow children to operate the ma-

chine

. Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision

SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container

Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors

Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater

.Never run a machine inside a closed

area

° Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment belts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition_

° Never tamper with safety devices

Check their proper operation regularly

Keepmachinefree-ofgrass,leave_ er .

otherdebdsbuild-up Cleanoilorfuel

spillage Allowmachineto coolbefore

storing.

o Stopandinspectthe equipmentif you

strikean object Repair,if necessary,

beforerestarting

oNever makeadjustmentsor repairs

with the engine running

o Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

° Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

° Never carry passengers.

. Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

Never carry children They may fall off

and be seriously irrjured or interfere

with safe machine operation

Keep children out of the mewing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adutL

- Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children

Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them

Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine Tall grass can hide obstacles

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

Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-

ly downhill, if possible.

Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!H BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug

WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPEC!FJ_C._[J_)NS_...

CAPACITY , UNLEADED/

ANDTYPE: /REGUL_. /

OILTYPE /_"if"S-AE3_" "_""-'i

(API-SF/SG/SH): '(above 32°F) /

/SAE 5W-30

/(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: _'-'_.:5-PINT9 "--'_

SPARK PLUG: /_C_ampion RC12YC

(GAP: 030") i, .....

VALVE CLEARANCE: iNTAKE: 004- 006

EXHAUST: .004-.006

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0 - 5 5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0- 2.4

r FRONT: 14P'Si ')

TIRE PRESSURE: /REAR: 10PSI /

CHARGING 16 AMPS@3600

SYSTEM: RPMS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT LBS

TORQUE:

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product, Contact your nearest

Sears store for details

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES

• Read and observe the safety rules

. Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor

o Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual

_}_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws (if any)_ If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator

In the state of California the above is re-

quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-

nia Public Resources Code) Other states

may have similar laws Federal laws apply

on federal lands A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest

Sears Authorized Service Center (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor It has been de-

signed, engineered and manufactured to

give you the best possible dependability

and performance

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to ser-

vice or repair this tractor

Please read and retain this manual The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES"

PartsBagcontentsshownfullsize

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x !-1/4

(1) Large Flat Washer

(!) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut 5/16q8

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Knob

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(2) Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16Gauge

(2)Weld

Nuts #10

(2) Lock

Washers #10

_#10 x 5/8

Parts 3acked separately in carton

Seat

Mulcher

Plate

Video

Cassette Steering

Boot

Manual Steering

Parts Bag Wheel

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

Steering Wheel Adapter 3

Steering

_[I I Wheellnsert _--. Steering

II Extension

(2) Keys Shaft

Slope Sheet

_((2 !-_

) Latch Hook

Assemblies

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 trac-

tor 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

(1) 9/16" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(2) !/2" wrench

(1) Tire pressure

gauge

(1) 3/4" Socket w/

drive ratchet

(1) Phillips Screw-

driver

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel)

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat

o Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut se-

curely to 18-22 ft Ibs torque

. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure

INSTAL.L STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing Straight forward

. Slide steering wheel adapter onto

steering shaft extension

- Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide in-

side boot and onto adapter

° Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely

o Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel

, Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BA'I-r ERY

° Lift hood to raised position

. If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (la-

bel located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging instructions).

_!_" :::: 'Label

INSTALLSEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob,

o Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt, Tighten shoulder bolt se-

curely_

o Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten

o Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat,

= Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down

o Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely, Seat

Seat Pan F_

S_tulder ----\, l

_'_'_ _ _"_" Flat Washer

Adjustment Knob

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and func-

tion of controls)

. Press lift lever plunger and raise at-

tachment lift lever to its highest posi-

tion

• Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal

o Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of thJs manual)

o Roll tractor forward off skid

o Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

_, WARNING: Before starting, read, un-

derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual, Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area,

Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear

of other people and objects

.Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed

............ "............ _ 'Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline,

o Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position

oSit on seat in operating position, de-

press clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

oPlace motion control lever in neutral

(N) position

° Press lift lever plunger and raise at-

tachment lift lever to its highest positon

oStart the engine After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle po-

sition

oRelease parking brake

oSlowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off skid

o Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow

INS]ALL IMIUI.CHER PLATE

o Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down

o Tighten hardware securely.

o Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

right position

° Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

o Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

& CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower. Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation

Deflector

Shield

Latch Hooks

Weld Nut From

The Top \

Lock

Weld Washer

Screw

Latch

Hook Points

Down

Latch

Hook

:1Nut

Lock Washer

Washer

Mutcher _ Screw

Plate

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove muicher plate and store in

a safe place Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-

rect tire pressure is important for best cut-

ting performance_

o Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See 'q-O

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Ser-

vice and Adjustments section of this

manual

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts

in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual. Verify that the belts are

routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See 'qO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manua!

_CHECKLiST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you leceive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this quality producL

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)

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mowe_ deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting

results_ (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

J" Check mower and drive belts Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped

,/Before driving tractor', be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor',

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function_ Operate them

before you start the engine.

¢" Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition

,/It is important to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time_ Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual)

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