Craftsman 917.272430 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272430

• 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:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mort -Sat

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 6

OperaUon............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19

Maintenance ....................................... 19

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, lubdcated 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

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

your Craftsmen 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 isin 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, 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 riding equipment, impacting

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

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, includingbut not limited to,

electdcal and mechanical damage caused by improperstorage, failure to use the

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

debds, 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

dwellingsor in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing deterlmines

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

ranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman ddingequipment

to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a tdp

charge willapply. This warranty applies only while this productis in the United States.

TO LOCATETHE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

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

This Warranty gives you specificlegal dghts, and you may also have other dghts

which may vary from state to state.

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

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

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

sadous injury or 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 ofobjectssuch as reeks,

toys,wire, etc., whichcouldbe picked

up and thrownby the blade.

•Be surethe area is clearof other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do notmaw in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always leek down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware ofthe mowerdischarge

directionand do not pointit at anyone.

Do notoperate the mower withouteither

the entire grass catcher or the guard kl

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a runningmachine

unattended. Alwaysturnoff blades, sat

parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dkmountiag.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylightor goodartificial

light.

•Do notoperate the machine while under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

•Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear or

crossingroadways.

•Use exf_acare when loading or unload-

ing the machine intoa trailer or truck.

•Data indicatesthat operators,age 60

years and above, are involvedin a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injudos. These operators should

evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safelyenough to protectthem-

selves and others from sedous injury.

•Keep machinefree ofgrass, leaves or

other debrisbuild-upwhichcan touch

hotexhaust Iengine ports and bum. Do

notallow the mower dock to plow leaves

or other debdswhich can cause build-

up tooccur. Clean any oilor fuel

spillagebefore operating or stedngthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents,whichcan re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireexba caution, if you cannot backup

the slope or ifyou feel uneasy on it, do not

maw it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not across.

•Remove obstaclessuchas recks, tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes,ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturnthe machine. Taft

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slew speed. Cheese a low gear so

that youwill not have tostop orshift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer'srecommenda-

tionsfor wheel weightsor counter-

weightsto improve stability.

Use extra care with grasscatchersor

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityofthe machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction,

Avoid startingor stoppingona slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turnon slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowlyand gradually

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 cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•DOeetmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try tostabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

in. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the 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

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 chitdree. 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 *,heer_Jlee ru_nleg. 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 closeq

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blac

attachment belts, tight and keep

equipment In good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regula

•Keep machine free ofgrass, leaves,

other debris build-up. Clean oil or

spillage. Allow machine to cool befq

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if yl

strike an object. Repair, if necessar

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subj_

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which eeutd expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequen

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cul

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, a=

use extra caution when servicingth_

•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 notmow 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 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 chil(

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behi

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes/t5 ° Max)

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tr_

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, orbumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obsta(:

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift

whileontheslope.

• Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope.If

tireslosetraction,disengagethe blades

and proceed slowlystraight 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, tum slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill,if possible.

_Look for this symbolto pointout

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONlll BECOMEALERTI!I YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAU'rlON: In orderto prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contactspark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control ofthe

tractor.

_, CAUTION: Towonly the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy ofa load, while on a slope, 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 California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related acoessodes contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Californiato cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE30(ABOVE32°F

API-SF.-SJ):SAE5W-30

(BELOW32°F)

OILCAPACITY:4.0PINTS

SPARKPLUG: CHAMPIONRC12YC

GAP:.040")

GROUNDSPEEDFORWARD:

(MPH): 1sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3_2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 16AMPS @ 3600 RPIV

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa 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 qualifiedservice center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

ciansand the proper tools to service or

repair this 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

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 using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder =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

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). Ifa spark an'esteris

used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorder by the operator.

In the state of Callfomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

Callfomia Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester far the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steedng

Wheel Insert

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

Steedng Wheel

Adapter

Steering Wheel

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 5/16-18_ (1)Lock-washer 3R

/_ Steedng Shaft

Boot

(1) Washer

_17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge(1) Knob

Keys

€(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

Your new tractor has been asseml_ed 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 will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

(t) Utilityknife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, itmeans, 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 parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

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

steedng 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 pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are hodzontal (left to dght) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex boltand tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective matedals from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractoris to rolloff skid.

Insert

_//3/8 HexBolt

_./Lockwasher

_rag_F_at

Bteering_ Steenng

Wheel _/Boot

:_ Tabs

E_ta_nSi°n""_ _ _A_ Adapter

5/16 5/16

Locknut_ _,_r./Hex Bolt

Lower -_-"-L'_',

Steering_ _" <':._-".

Shaft _ . ,' Tab

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery isput intoservice

after monthand year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

batteryfor minimum of one hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

INSTALLSEAT

Adjustseatbeforetighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Removeadjustmentknobandfiat

washersecudngseattocardboard

packingandsetasideforassemblyof

seattotractor.

2. Pivotseat upwardand remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder boltis positionedover large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder boltin slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating positionand

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 withoutmoving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Bolt

Rat W her

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 liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

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 nstructons n

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in e 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 oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shiftlever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. Afler engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal intofull

"BRAKE" positionand hold. Move

gearshiftlaver to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly ddve tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthatfollow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(Ifpreviouslyremoved)

1. Raiseandholddeflectorshieldin

uprightposition.

2. Placefront 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 roar latchinto hole on back of

mower deck.

_I_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcber plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe place.Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It isnot necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also,

Deflector Mulcher

Latch

Hooks

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shippingpurposes.

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 cuttingresults, 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 figuresthat are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade ddve

beltsin the Service and Adjustments

sectionof thismanual. Verifythat the pelts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see that the brake is

properlyadjusted. See =TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual.

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