Craftsman 917.272063 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAH°I

16.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272063

•Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers toyourquestions

about thisproduct,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mon -Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

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

Operation ............................................ 11

Maintenance ....................................... 18

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Service and Adjustments .................... 23

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED'I3NO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ffthis Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated end tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

matedsl or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning

your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home

warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only

while this product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn dudng normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs,air cleaners, belts and oil filters,

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limitedto, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the dding equipment, impacting

objectsthat bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil,failure to keep the deck clear offlammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale) In general, fuel should be used withinthirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used forcommercial or rental purposes. A productis "used for

commercial purpose" it is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BA'I-rERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, it any battery includedwith this dding

equipment provas defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returningyour Craftsman dding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service Is available but a trip

charge will apply.This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER ORTO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other dghts

whichmay varyfrom state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cuffing machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injury or death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as

rocks,toys, wire, etc., whichcould 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.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do notoperate the mower without

eitherthe entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turnoff 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 fortraffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data Indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injudes. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the ddingmower safely enough to

protectthemselves and ethers from

sedous injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debds build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and bum.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debds which can cause

build-upto occur.

Clean any oil or fuel spillage before

operating or stodng the machine. Allow

machine to cool before storage.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and itpover accidents, which

can result In severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do notmow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturnthe

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you willnot have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability,

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilifyof themachine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do net turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly 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 not try to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe operator

is notalert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

respens_le adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry chiidren. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation,

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners,shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV, SERVICE

•Use extra care in handting 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

engine 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

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regulady.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspectthe s_:tuipmentif you

strike an object. Repair, ifnecessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose movingparts or

allow objectsto be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blede(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicingthem,

•Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

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* Be sure the area isclear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•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 injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturnthe

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles,

• Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope, it

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and procesd slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_bLook for this symbol to pointout

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONIII BECOME ALERTnl YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

,_ CAUTION: In orderto prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transpor'dng,adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where kcannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control ofthe

tractor.

A_k CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tiros can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

A_kWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birthdefects or other repro.

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OiLTYPE SAE1OW30(above32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30(below32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15 AMPS @3600 RPM

SYSTEM:

BAI-rERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U1 R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor, It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, wall-trained techni-

clans and the proper tools to service or

repairthis tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES'.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain.

ing, cadng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brash-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

aspark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorder by the operator.

In the state of Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Calitomia Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

throughyour nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS sectionof

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lock

washer 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_L Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-t8 x 1-1/4

Steedng

Extension

Shaf_

Seat

(_)(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2)Keys Video Cassette

(1) Oil DrainTube

For Future Use

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

correcttools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set willmake assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are nsted below.

(1) 9/16' wrench (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Tire pressure (1) Utilityknife

gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and partscartons from carton.

2. Cut, fromtop to bottom, along lines on

all fourcomers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATrACH STEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex boltand Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten boltand nut

securelyto 18-22 ft. Ibstorque.

2. Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slotsin dash and push down to

secure.

iNSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steedng shaft extension.

5. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (leftto dght) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and lighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert intocenter

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tire

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATFERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this batteryis put intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'I-I'ERY" in Maintenance

section ofthis manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Batter

Door

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob end flat

washer secudng seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat totractor.

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 belt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivotseat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob end flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

ShOulder

Bolt

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction belowto remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3, Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See =TOTRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

WARNING: Before starting, read

understand and follow a instructons n

the Operation section ofthis manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front oftractor isclear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the ebove assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion controllever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press liftlever plunger end raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowlydrive tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor,set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.

11.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to reston plate while in operation.

Mulcher

Plate

Shield

.arch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulaher plate and store in

asafe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: Itis not necessary to change

blades, The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factoryfor shipping puq)oses.

Correcttire pressure is importantfor best

cutting performance.

• 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 =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figuresthat are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionofthis manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly, 10

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,checkto see thatthe brake is

propedy adjusted. See TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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 instructionshave been

completed.

.,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

V"Battery is properly prepared end

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

.,/-Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

,/'All tiros are properlyinflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tiros were

ovednflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is propedyleveled

slde-to-slde/front-to-raar for best cutting

results. (Tires must be propady inflated

for leveling).

./-Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

./Check widng. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are propedy

clamped.

V"Before ddving tractor,be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

importantitems:

V" Engine oil is at proper level.

v"Fuel tank is filledwith fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

./Become familiar with all controls-their

locationand function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

v"Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

VIt 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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