Craftsman 917.272064 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

JCRAFTSMAWJ

16.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272064

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Foranswers toyourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5pm, Mort -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 TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

maintained, lubdcatod and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's

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

material 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 appliesonly

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 puncturesfrom outside objects, suchas nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limitedto, damage

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

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limitedto,

electricaland 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 within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

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

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

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective In material or workmanship and our testing determines

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

service is available free of charge by returning your 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 OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

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

This Warranty 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, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

throwingobjects, Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould resultin

sedeus injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects suchas

recks, 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 car_ 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 not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off 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 for trafficwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loadingor

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of dding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and othersfrom

serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debds build-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust /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 tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injuryor 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-

dationsfor wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof the machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do notmake sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid startingor stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do notmow near dropoffs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turnover ifa wheel is over

the edg.eof a cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves In,

•Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilizethe machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do net use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

isnot alert tothe _esenoe of children.

Childrenare 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

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. 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

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

end vapors _re explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

notsmoke.

-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 bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, ifnecessary,

before restarting,

•Never make adjustmentsor repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher componentsare subject

to wear, damage, and detedoratien,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

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.

•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 can'y children. They may fall off

and be sedousty 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 tum 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 overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shill

while on the slope.

• Avoid startingor stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol topoint out

importantsafety precautions.It means

CAUTION!II BECOME ALERT!If YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In orderto prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

placewire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Towonly the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate onlyat the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on aslope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Califomia to cause

cancer and birthdefects or other reprc-

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

birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE10W30(above32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30 (below32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 4,0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RCI2YC

GAP: .030")

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

SYSTEM:

BA'I-rERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LSS.

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 expodence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-traieed techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please reed 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, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

,_Aner's manual.

RNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should notbe used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

aspark an'ester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above Is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Califomia Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x1

Steering _

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Large Flat Washer

1) Lockwasher 3/8

1) Locknut

5/16-18

_= Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

1St>_ed;gn

Shaft

(1)Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

j Keys

Slope Sheet (2) Keys Video Cassette

For Future Use

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factorywith 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. 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 (2) 1/2"wrench

(1) Tire pressure (1) Utilityknife

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pcint 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, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

staedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

2. Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Positionsteedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right)and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

['_ _ Insert

w___.-.3/8 HexBolt

_____._3/8 LockWasher

LargeFlat

Washer

Shaft

Tab

Slots

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex boltand tighten

securely.

7. Snap steedeg wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hoed and grill.

IMPORTANT'. Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tire

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: If thisbattery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimumof one hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Batter

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

washer secudng seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat totractor.

2. Pivotseat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder boltis positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Pushdown on seat to engage

shoulder boltIn slot and pull seat

towardsrear oftractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat untila 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

B_t

Flat Washer

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to 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 In lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto 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 all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor isclear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above 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 control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever 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 slowly ddve tractor off

skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor,set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.

11.Turn ignitionkey to"OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

updght 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 rest on plate while in operation,

Mulcher

Plate

Shield

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place,Your mower is new ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcheraccessory.

NOTE: It isnot 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 factory forshipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is importantfor best

cuing performance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuffingresults, mower housing

should be propedy leveled. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade ddve

belts in the Service and Ad ustmonts

sect onof ths monua. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see thatthe brake is

propedy adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

,/'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:

v'AII assembly instructionshave been

completed.

VNo remaining loose parts in carton.

V"Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hourat 6 amps).

-./Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

v'AII tires are propedy inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tiros were

ovednflated at the factory).

v"Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

side-to-side/front-to-roarfor best cutting

results. (Tires must be propedy inflated

for leveling).

v_Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed propedy around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/-Check widng. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are propody

clamped.

../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

important items:

v" Engine oil is at proper level.

v"Fuel tank is filledwith fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline,

V"Become familiar with all controls-their

locationand function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

v"Be sure brake systemis in safe

operating condition.

./It is importantto purge the transmission

before operating your tractor forthe 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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