Craftsman 917.274951 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

JCRRFTSMIIN°I

21.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

6 SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.274951

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pro, Mon- Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears,conYcraftsman

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 TWOYEAR 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

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by retuming 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 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 con-

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

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-FERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will nothold 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 a trip

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

TO LOCATETHE 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 tram state to state.

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

IMPORTANT:Th s cuttingroach ne s capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death,

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow al_

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine beforestarting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiarwiththe instructions,tooperate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuch as 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 carrypassengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always took 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 arunningmachine

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 uncl_jging 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 unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

p_rcentage of dding mower-related

iniudes. These operatorsshould

evaluate their abilityto operate the nding

mower safely enoughto protectthem-

selvesand others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debds build-up which can touch

hot exhaust / engine partsand bum. DO

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other dabriswhich can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oilor fuel

spillage before operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machineto cool before

storage. 3

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related toloss-of-

controland tipever accidents, whichcan re-

sult in severe inury or death. All slopes

require extra caution, f you cannot back up

the slope or ifyou feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes,not across.

•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for ho_es,ruts,or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Taft

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

thatyou will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improvestability.

• 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, disengagethe b_edes

and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•DO not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if poasible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge ofacliff orditch, or ifan edge

caves in.

•DO notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•DOnot try to stabilize the machineby

puttingyour foot on the ground.

• DOnot use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IlLCHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator

is not alert 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 carrychildren. They may feb 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 fuers. 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 thenr 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, 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 pads,

when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

usa extra caution when servicingthem.

• 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 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 ifchildren

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, Icok behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

notacross.

• Remove obstacles such as rooks,tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could ovedum 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 slope.

• Avoid starting or 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 turnon slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

J_Look for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_QLCAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where itcannot contact spark

plug.

_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose controlof the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications ofthe manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

/LWARNING: 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.

/kWARNING: 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 reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

DILTYPE SAE 10W30

',API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER: 4.0PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED LO: HI:

(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:

BATi'E RY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a newtractor. 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, wen-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswirl 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

storefor 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.

_I, 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 errester meeting applicable local

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

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler isavailable

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Wheel

Steedng

Wheel Insert Steedng Sleeve

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(5) etainer Springs

(double loop)

(2) etainer Spdngs

(single loop)

Mower

(2)Flanged

( 1)Front Plate

Assembly

Gauge Wheels

)Shoulder Bolts

12)Centedock Nuts

_ I Y// (2)

"_,,_/(2) Wheels 3/8 x3/4 x 14 Ga

Video Cassette

Slope Sheet

For Future Use I AI_'_

Keys

(2) Keys

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

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 (t) Pliers

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When rightor 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 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. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts or

cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATFACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lookwasher and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft•

4. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

5. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

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

lr--.e.so.,

_Lock Washer

Steering LargeRat

Washer

Wheel

_JAdapte_

Steering Shaft-_ F--.:.." ;, -".-.-..

v-- N

Sleeve /_,,'_7:_'L__, . ., ., ,,,

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'n'ERY

1. Lift hoodto raised position.

NOTE: If this battery isput intoservice

after month end year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATI'ERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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

clutcWbrake 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 roll or 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 lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutrat (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I=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 is clear of

other people and objects.

t. 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 throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

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.

lO.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. 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

routing in 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 clutch pulley

groove.

6. Place the suspension arms on inward

pointing deck pins. Retain with double

loop retainer spdngs with loops down

as shown.

7. Installfront plata 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

insert flanged pins. Secure pins with

double loop retainer springs between

the plate and mower brackets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in

flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with

notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space

between plate and mower brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in all mower pulley grooves.

9. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis

bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

10. 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 manua

Electdc Clutch

Front Pulley

Suspension Double

Brackets _Loop Retainer

Spring

Front Mower Front Plate

Bracket

DoubleLoop

RetainerSpring Anti-Sway

Bar Suspens=on

USE PLIERS FOR DoubleLoopRetame

Spring(Inwardpointing

RETAINER SPRINGS . . .

dockp,nsl

• _ I LoopDown

Single Loop

Retainer Spring

,eflector

Shield

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