Craftsman 917.272263 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC START

48" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272263

•Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800o659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mon -Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.corrVcraftsman

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

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

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

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

Operation ............................................ 12

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordering ..................... 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, lubricated and 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

matedal 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 tdp charge will apply. This warranty applies only

wNle this product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during 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, including but not limited to, damage

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

objects that 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 of flammable

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

contained in the owner's manual.

•Engine (fuel system) cJeaning 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 product is "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 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipmentproves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

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

ranty 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 wiUapply. 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 dghts, and you may also have other dghts

whichmay vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine iscapable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar withthe instructions,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area ofobjectssuchas rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area isclear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do nol mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point itat anyone.

Do notoperate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tam 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 influenceofalcoholor drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing 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 dding

mower safely enough to protect them-

selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other dabds which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storing the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactorrelated toloss-of-

controland tipoveraccidents,whichcan re-

sult 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 not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, eta.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could ovedum the machine. 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.

Follow the manufacturer'srecommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

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 not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, rum slowlyand gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mowercould

suddenly turn over if a wheel isover the

edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do notmow onwet grass. Reduced

tractioncould cause sliding.

•Do not try tostabilize the machineby

puttingyour footon the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is notalert to the presence of children.

Childrenare often attracted tothe

machineand the mowing activity. Never

assume that childrenwill 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 carrychildren. 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 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

engine to cool before refueling. Do

notsmoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machineor 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

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

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. 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.

• 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 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 ifchildren

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

notacross.

•Remove obstaclessuch 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

thatyou willnot 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

clown 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 to point out

importantsafetyprecautions, it means

CAUTION[t! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

,_CAUTION: Do notcoast down a hill in

neutral you may lose controlof the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the 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. Tires can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_ILWARNING: Engine exhaust some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects 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 reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

_ND TYPE: REGULAR

:_lLTYPE SAE 30

(ABOVE 32°F)

IAPI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

{BELOW 32°F)

ILCAPAClTY: W/FILTER: 4,0PINTS

W/OFILTER:3.75PINTS

;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0-5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: 0-2.4

"IREPRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10PSI

;HARGING

SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @360ORPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 45-55 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofanewtractor, 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, well-frained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair thistractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

ARepair Agreement is available on this

product. Contactyour nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and usingyour tractor.

• Follow the instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_:_WARNING: This tractor isequipped

with an internal combustionengine and

should not be usedon or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark attester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If aspark arresteris

used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorder by the operator.

In the stateof Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California 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 sectionof

this manual).

Steering Wheel

III

ste_..g I

Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve

(1)w_

17/32 x 1÷3/16 x 12 Gauge _:_

_(1) Knob

Mower

Retainer Springs

)

(2) Retainer Springs (single loop)

(2)Flanged

(1)Front Plate _"

4) Adjusting Bar Gauge Wheels

a _ _--_ (4) Retainer Springs

;) Wheels (4) Washers _ _(4)

0_ 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 G

(4) Clevis Pins

Shoulder Boll

(_Nose Roller_

J_'0_ Nose Roller

. f 12)Ro×.o.o _2

K/1 R.1 R vI) Washe

........ 17/32x7/Sx16GaV

Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet

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 operationof 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 will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizesyou need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet

(1) Utilityknife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gouge

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 REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom,along lines on

all fourcomers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartonsand remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1, Remove Iocknut and large flat washer

from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steedng sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5, Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with Iocknut and large flat

washer previously removed. Tighten

securely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steedng wheel,

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and griit.

IMPORTANT; Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncturetires

where tractor isto roll offskid.

_ j__--- Steering

I//'_\\I /_ w.eelInsert

I( )1 I_---Lock Nut

__ge FlatWasher

Sleering _ _J )

Wheel_

SteeringWheel

Adapter_ w

SteetlRg Shaft __ "_?_,

Steering i_.j_._.:.,.. ',l ":

Sleeve _,_ -

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lifthood to raised position.

NOTE: Ifthis 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).

.= ,.., ,,

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly ot

seat totractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and removefrom

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulderbolt is positioned over large

8 slotted hole in pan,

4. Pushdownonseatto engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. De 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 eft seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Shoulder

Bolt

FlatWasher

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Fellow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift leverplunger and raise

attachment lift leverto itshighest

position,

2. Release parking brake by depressing

brake pedal.

3, Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto disengage transmis-

sion{See "To TRANSPORT" in the

Operation sectionof this manual).

4. Roll tractorforward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

WARNING: Beforestarting,read,

understandand 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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine off level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress brake pedal and set the

parking brake,

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Release parking brake.

8. Slowly depress forward drive pedal

and drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor and set

parking brake.

1O.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper position when

operatingmower. Be sure they are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum

mower performance.

1. Slide gauge wheel bar down into

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge

wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

Assemble gauge wheels as shown

using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and

3/8-16 center Iocknuts and tighten

securely,

2. For ease of mower totractor assem-

bly, raise gauge wheels to highest

position and retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers,

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels before

operating mower, See "TO ADJUST

GAUGE WHEELS" in the Operation

section of this manual.

RetainerSpring //f

Shoulder Adjusting

I 3,8-teOooro.

3/8 Washer/- _ Locknut

TOATTACHNOSEROLLER

1. Positionbrackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16

gauge washers, and nose miler

between deck mounting brackets as

shown. Be sure to positionbrackets

on correct side, as shown.

2. Install hex bolts and lock nutsas

shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be surebracket tabsare posi-

tioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

TabHole Nose

Hex_

_ollerLock "B"

Nut Bracket

VWasher

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be suretrac!orisonlevelsurfaceand mower

suspensionarms are raisedwithattachment

lift cont_. Engageparkingbrake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar toleft side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflectorshield to rightside of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt lor proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, tum height adjustment

knob countemlockwiseuntilit steps.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

liftcontrol.

5. Be sure belt tension md is in disen-

gaged position.Lock

BeltTensionRod

DisengagedPosition o

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

Double Loop

Retainer Spring

Anti-Swey

USEPUERSFOR

RETAINERSPRINGSSuspension Arms

I _L_p Double Loop Retainer

Spring (Outward

Up pointing deck pins)

6. Install belt into electdc clutch pulley

groove.

7. Place the suspension arms on

outward pointingdeck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spdng with

loops up as shown.

8. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspensionbrackets and retain with

single loop retainer spdngs as shown.

9. Position front plate assembly between

lront mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate assembly and mower

brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. Ifnecessary, move

side-to-side to give space between plate

and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

1O,Engage belt tension rod by pushing

rod into locking bracket.

_CAUTION: Belt tension rod isspring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and

engage slowly,

11,Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12,If equipped, turn height adiustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

13. Raise deck to highest position.

14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

Electric Clutch Front Suspension

Pulley ' Brackets

Front Front Plate Assembly

Mower p

Bracket Retainer Spdngs

Single

Loop

Retainer

Springs

10 Shield

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