Craftsman 917.275000 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

23.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

50" MOWER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY -

NOT INCLUDED WITH TRACTOR)

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.275000

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Foranswers toyour questions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Une

5 am -5 pro, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Storage ............................................... 31

Troubleshooting ................................. 32

Repair Parts ........................................ 36

Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any partsfound 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 atrip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

productis in the United States.

This Warranty does notcover:.

•Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

• Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limited to, damage

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

objectsthat bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

•Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limitedto,

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 instructionscon-

rained 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 usedwithin thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commemial or rental purposes. A productis "used for

commemial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dweUingsor in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BA'r'rERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery includedwith 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 returningyour Craftsman dding equipment to

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

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

TO LOCATETHE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER ORTO 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 from state to state.

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

MPORTANT: This cutting machine s capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing..objects.Failure to observe the foUowing safety instructions coutd result in

sedous Injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and fdik:_wa_

instructionsin the manual and on the

machinebefore starting.

•Only allow responsibleadults.,who

familiar withthe instructions,moperate

the machine.

•Clear the area of objectssuch as rocks,

toys,wire, etc., which co_d be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area isclear of other people

before mowi_. Stop machine if _jone

enlel_ the area.

•Never carry passengem.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always lookdown and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware ofthe mower discharge

directionand donotpoint it al anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entiregrass catcher or the guard in

p(ace.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turnoff blades,set

parking brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow only in daylightor good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra sere when loading or unload-

ingthe machine intoa trailer or truck.

•Data indites that operators, age 60

years and above, are invOved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their abilityto operate the riding

mowerSafely enough to protectthem-

selves and others from serious inju_/.

•Keep machine free of grass, reaves or

other debds build-upwhich can touch

hot exhaust /engine pads and bum. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debdswhich can cause build-

up to occur.Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operatingor stodng the

machine. Allow machine to cco_before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-

control and tipoveraccidents, whichcan re-

sult in severe injury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution. If youcannot 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

limbe,etc.

Watch for h_es, rata, o_"bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturnthe machine. Tall

grass can hideobstacles.

Use slow speed. ChooSe a low gear sO

that you will not have to stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions forwheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchersor

othar attachments. These can chan_

the stabil_ ofthe machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slew

and gradual. Do notmake sudden

changes in speed or direction.

Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed dowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on stapesunless necessary,

and then, turn slowiy and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow neer dropoffs, ditches,or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly tum over if awheel isover the

edge of a cliffor ditch, or ffan edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

• Do noi try to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

• Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III.CHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occur ifthe operator

is notalertto 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 ol 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 children. They may fall off

and be sedously 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 aclosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment botts,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 isclear 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 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 slope.

• 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 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 pointout

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONIII BECOME ALERTIT! 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 not coast down ahill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Towonlythe 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 aslope, is

dangerous. "i']rescan lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_bWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Califomia to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related eccessedas contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductiveharm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

_PI-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5PINTS

W/O FILTER:4.0PINT_

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

3AP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND FORWARD: 5.8

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 15AMPS@3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BA'[-FERY: AMWHR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SlZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

TORQUE: i

CONGRATULATIONS on your pumhase

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 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

instructionswill 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 arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (il 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 o! the

California Public Resources Code).

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).

Steering Wheel ©

Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Seat

(1)Washer

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

(1) Knob

Mower

(2)Flangecl c_>

(1)Front Plate _" j-_

Assembly o_q:_

o o;ing s

(2) Retainer Springs

_single loop)

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

Gauge Wheels

_(2) Wheels

(2) Washers 3/8

x 7/8 x 14 Gauge

Q(2) Center-

lock Nuts

Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet

€(2) Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

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

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) 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 parts cartons from carton.

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

all four comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

4. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

1. Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

2. Positionfrontwheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

3. Stide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft.

4. Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

5. Position steering 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 fiat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert intocenter

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skidthat may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

_J_p_--_ Steedng

_._ Wheel insert

o-.-_-Lock Washer

LargeRat

Steering Wa.r

Steering_

Sleeve _:_:::_--Tabs

Extension I

Sleeve _#'_:/,,.;,_ -, /:

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lifthood to raised position.

NOTE: Ifthisbattery is put intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

batteryfor minimumof one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

"'_ *" :Label

•i!i:-_ '

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 totractor.

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 belt 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

clutcWbmke pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9, Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

SeatPan_ o,.sr

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

fromthe skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion(See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

TODRIVETRACTOROFFSKID(See

Operationsectionforlocationand

functionofcontrols)

_ILWARNING: Before starting read,

understand and follow all insfructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in awell-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front oftractor isclear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and figfuel

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 liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto idle

position.

7. Release parking broke.

8. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid.

9, Apply brake to atop tractor and set

parking brake.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat 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 rightside oftractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routingin all mower pulley grooves.

3. It 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 p_ateassembly to tractor

suspension brackets and retain with

single loop retainer springs as shown.

8. Positionfront plate assembly between

front mower brackets. Raise deck and

plate assembly to align holes and

insert flanged pins. Secure pinswith

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

notchon 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 Icotrest 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 wash-

ers, and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts.

Tighten securely.

13.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation

section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires onyour tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is importantfor best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly 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, mower drive, and

mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

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