Craftsman 917.272954 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.272954

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment,

Foranswers toyourquestions

about thisproduct, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Service and Adjustments.................... 22

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 dale of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up accordingto 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 returningyour

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

productis in the United States.

This Warranty does notcover:

•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, suchas nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

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

caused by towing objects beyond the capabilLtyof 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 end 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 instructionscon-

tained 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 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

equipment proves detective in material 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 returning your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but atrip

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 1-600-4-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 end Co., D/817 WA, Heflman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachineiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeetand

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

serious injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand,and followall

instructionsin the manual and on the

machinebefore starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults,who are

familiarwiththe instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuchas rocks,

toys,wire, etc., which couldbe picked

upand thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

beforemowing. Stop machine if anyone

entersthe area.

• Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look downand

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mowerdischarge

directionand do not pointit at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entiregrasscatcher or the guard in

place.

•Slowdown before tuming.

•Never leave a runningmachine

unattended. A;waysturn off blades, set

parkingbrake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

Mow only in daylightor good artificial

light.

Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcohol or drugs.

Watch fortrafficwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

Use extra cars when loading or unload-

ingthe machineintoatrailer or truck.

Data indicatesthat operators,age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of dding mower-related

injudas. These operatorsshould

evaluate their ability to operate the dding

mower safely enoughto protectthem-

selvesand othersfrom serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debdsbuild-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust/engineparts and bum. Do

not allowthe mower deck to plow leaves

or other debds whichcan cause build-

upto occur.Clean any ait or fuel

spillage before operatingor stonngthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage. 3

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are e major factor related to loss-of-

controland tipover accidents,whichcan re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes,notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch for holes, ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturnthe machine. Taft

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear so

thatyou will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tionsfor wheel weights or counter-

weightsto improvestability.

Use extra care withgrass 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 stoppingon a slops. If

tires lose traction, disengagethe blades

and proceed slowlystraightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turnon slopes unless necessary,

and then, turnslowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

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

embankmentS. The mower could

suddenly turnover ifa wheel isover the

edge ofa cliffor ditch,or ifan edge

caves in.

• Do not mow onwet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do not try tostabilizethe machineby

puttingyour fnot on the ground.

•Do notusa grass catcher on steep

slopes.

Ill.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccurif the operator

is notalerttothe 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 ofthe mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off ifchitdren

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

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 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

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 cautionwhen servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear ofother

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 intedere

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),

notacross.

•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 alow gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the siope.

• Avoid starting or stoppingon 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 clownslowly.

•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

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!I YOUR

SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.

/I, 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 not coast down a hillin

neutral, you may lose control ofthe

tractor.

/I, 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 onlyat the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on a slope, is

dangerous. "Sras can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California tocause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

/I, WARNING: Batteryposts, 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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

_.PI-SP-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

_AP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: Hh

(MPH): 0.7 1.7

1.4 3.3

2.3 5.4

REVERSE: 0.9 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS @3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1 R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

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 instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

/I=WARNING: 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 arrester meeting appUcable local

or state laws (ifany). If aspark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by taw (Section 4442 ot the

California Public Resources Cede).

Other states may have similar laws.

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).

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible depandability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assambte

and maintain your tractor proporiy.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert Steenng Sleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(5) etainer Spnngs

(double loop)

(2) etainer Spr;ngs

(single loop)

Mower

(2)Ranged _

(1)Front Plate "_ =

Assembly _(_

) Shoulder Bolts Gauge Wheels

y)/ _ (.,wes,.,.,.'_._ /

(2) Wheels 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga_m,f /

Video Casseffe

7--

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

(1) 1/2"wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) "Sre pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

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, fromtop to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, andlay

panels flat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steedng shaft.

2. Position front wheels ofthe tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. S)ide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

or_tosteering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large fiat washer previously removed.

"13ghtensecurely.

6. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

7. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

(_ _ _Steedng

_Wheel Insert

_--- HsxBolt

&_-----Lock Washer

n_LargeFlat

Wheel

•el

SteenngShaft-._._- _'_._._...-_.'_"-

Steenng_._-. ,',

Seeve ...-' -, , ',,

/f sI i_

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BA'FI'ERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: It this battery isputintoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum ofone hourat 6-10

ampe. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions),

,....F,, ÷_-._.

Label

." .,

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

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 bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to 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. 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_rake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever 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.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

/I, WARNING: Before starting,read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section ofthis manual. Be

sure tractor is in awell-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 shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttlecontrol to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1stgear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive 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 instructions that follow.

INSTALLMOWERANDDRIVEBELT

Besuretractoris on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment liftcontrol. Engage parking

brake.

1. Cut and remove ties securing anti-

sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway

bar to left side of mower deck.

2. Slide mower under tractor with

deflector shield to right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

3. If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob counterclockwise until it stops.

4. Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

5. Install belt into electric clutchpuney

groove.

6. Piece the suspension arms on inward

pointingdeck pins. Retain with double

loop retainer springs with loops down

as shown.

7. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

Chassis

Gauge

Wheel

8, Position front plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insed flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assistin locatinghole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notchon head ofpin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

lO.If equipped, turn height adjustment

knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

11. Raise deck to highest position.

12,Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS" in the

Operation section of this manual.

ElectncClutch

Front Pulley

Suspension Double

Brackets_LoopRetainer

Spring

FrontMower FrontPlate

Bracket

Double Loop

Retainer Spdng Anti-Sway

Bar

USEPLIERSFOR "ne_

Double Loop Ret_

RETAIN._.__.._eNGS_=:__D=:_= Spring (Inward pointing

__ deck pins)

•"JJ ILoop Down

Single Loop

Retainer Spring

ector

Shield

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