Craftsman 917.27499 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAWI

23.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY -

NOT INCLUDED WITH TRACTOR)

6SPEED

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.274990

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL60179

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 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 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

productis 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.

•"13rereplacement 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, 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 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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 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 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 1-8O0-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, 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

MPORTANT: Th s cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

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

sedous injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

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 carry passengers.

• Do not 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

not operate the mower without either the

entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

•Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always turnoff blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before remo'i=ng 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 loading or unloading

the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of dd[ng mower-related

injuries. These operators should evaluate

their ability to operate the ridingmower

safety enough to protect themselves and

othersfrom senousinjury.

•Keep machinefree of grass, leaves or

other debdsbuild-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust/engine partsand bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris whichcan cause build-up

to occur.Clean any oil or fuel

spillagebefore operatingor stodng the

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a ma orfactor related toloss-of-

control and tipover asc dents, whch can re-

sult in severe inury or death. AJIslopes

require extracaut on. ftyou cannot back up

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

mow _t.

DO:

•Mow up and down slobes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

Watch forholes, ruts, orbumps. Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose alow gear so

thatyou willnot have tostop or shift

while on the slope,

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions forwheel weights or counter-

weightsto improve stability.

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 not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoidstartingor stoppingon aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowlystraightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and 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.

•Do notmow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your feet on the ground.

• Do notuce grass catcher on steep

slopes.

nl. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe 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 carry chitdren. 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

not smoke.

-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

ether debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspectthe 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 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 forholes, 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 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 turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

ALook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTIONIH BECOMEALERTlll YOUR

SAFETY ISINVOLVED.

• I.CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wLraand

place wire where it cannot contact spark

,_._,UTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CALITION: Tow onlythe 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. "l]res can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive

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.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

_)ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/OFILTER: 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:

BA'I-FERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

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 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

repairthis tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswilt 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 aregular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructionsunder =Mainte-

nance" and =Storage" sectionsof this

owner's manual.

AWARNING: Thistractor isequipped

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 arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). 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 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 section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

@i"

Steedng Sleeve

Seat

(1)Washer

_17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

(2)Flanged

Pins

(1)Front Plate

Assembly

Mower (5) Retainer Spdngs

(2) Retainer Springs

single loop)

Gauge Wheels

(2) Centedcck Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 x3/4 x 14 Ga.

VideoCassette For Future Use

Key€

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

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. 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 (1) Pliers

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

drive ratchet

(1) "nre 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 REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all eccessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

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

all four corners 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 REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATrACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

3. Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft•

4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

6. Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt. lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7. Snap steedng wheel insed into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill

_---_ _Steedng Ho2:',ose°

LockWasher

S,o°r,ng 'a'

_fSteering Wheel

_-_ Adapter

Steering

Sleeve ___::=:_Tabs

Extension I

SteenngShaft _ /° -_'-"z,-'5," %',,

Steenng_-,-_-_ ,_, ',,,

_* ,4 - u

sleeve /_,'_'IJ_'_.,'.., ,,,,

IMPORTANT; Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BA'I-rERY

1. Lifthood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum ofone hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BA'FI'ERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

_;:;_;-"" _,...... :

,,,'_'" ,.-" ,,, Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat

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 bott 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/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 Bolt

FlatWas_r

AdJoU_trnent-_"_ _

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 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)

AWARNING: 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 throttlecontrol to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift fever 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.

10.Turn ignitionkey 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 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

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

outward pointing deck pins. Retain

with double loop retainer spring with

loops up as shown.

7. Install front plate assembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

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

routingin an 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 as shown

using long shoulder bolts, 3/8

washers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts.

Tighten securely.

13.Adjust gauge wheels before operat-

ing mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factoryfor shipping pur-

poses. Correcttire pressure is important

for best cuttingperformance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

Chassis Front Electric

Bracket Suspension Clutch

Double Loop Suspension Front Pulley

Mower Brackets

Retainer Arms Bracket

Sho_der

Bolt Wheel

Front Plate

3/8

Washer

3/8-16 Double

Center Loop

Locknut Retainer

Spring Bar

Use PliersFor I DoubleLoop

RetainerSprings I RetainerSpring

(Outwardpointing

deck pins)

LoopUp

Single

Loop

Retainer

Springs

Deflector

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