Craftsman 917.27582 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual JCRRFTSMRN°J LAWN TRACTOR 18.5 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.275820 [_ his product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual, IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules an[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 AssemblyPre-Operation ........................ 8 Operation ............................................. 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Sche[...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _IWARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place w[...]

II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents,which can result in severe injury or death. Opera- tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Watchfor holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or o[...]

• Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipmentwith a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keepthe nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzl[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 3.5 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .030") Ground Speed Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging Syst[...]

Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot (1) Hex Bolt R 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Adapter (1) 5/16 Lock Washer Seat (1) Washer _ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _7{_9 (1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 se[...]

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 ad- justed position. 9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. Seat Seat Bolt Flat Washer Adjustment Knob CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift hoo[...]

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly [...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW 6 6 ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Mo[...]

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ammeter Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch ROS "ON" Position Light Switch "[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SE[...]

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to [...]

TO OPERATE ON HILLS _ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to sl[...]

TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. 2. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 3. Place motion con[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of[...]

FILL IN DATES /_/_X'x_'_/_ _ " AS YOU COMPLETE /__/_ _4 _/_/O.Oq. _" REGULAR SERVICE /_r/_'_VSERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems I_ R Check for Loose Fasteners If ll_s If A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 11_3 C Lubrication Chart I_ I_ 0 Check Battery Level 1_4 R [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES[...]

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not. • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen [...]

Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked Position Yellow Ca Drain Tube 3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. To open, pull out on the drain valve. 5. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. 6. Remov[...]

MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sect[...]

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all movi[...]

7. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. 8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. 9. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure [...]

BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of this manual). Mandrel Idler Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mou[...]

Engine Pulley ____ Clutching --I Stationary _[----_,-i _ I II Center Span II__--J--.[ Keeper.-------_ _ Transmission II__P_L Input Pulley/_ TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE- VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel an[...]

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each b[...]

ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttl[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _CAUTION: Neverstore the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for w[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CORRECTION Loss of power (cont.) Excessive vibration Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven CAUSE 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery willnot charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires' when turning engine "OFF" 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 (OPT]ONAN IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" OFF M+G+A1 RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1 RUN B+A1 L+A2 START B+S+A1 WHITE CLUTCH / BRAK_E B_ACK i_ _ BI_CK REVERSE SWITCH r = I BLACK SOLENOID STARTER SHORTING CONNECTOR b b BLACK GRAY b .... ...... IGNITION UNIT %s P_2RKPp_UGo ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES) ..... [...]

ELECTRICAL 90 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 41 25 ! .............. I I i I I I _6 _ 16 ' I I ! i _ i ! i 1 1 ! // ! / ! 29 I i 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 186491 Box, Battery 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 183759 Harness, Light Socket (wi4152J) 22 4152J Light Bulb 24 4799J Cable, Battery 25 146148 Cable, Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc 28 145491 Ca[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 259 260 258 273 _275 278 11_ 208 20T 39 58 278 209 208 / 2_ 2O6 209 209 6O 74 208 chassis-Laser-It.stir 46 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 193511X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 13 172105X010 Panel, Dash, RH 14 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 184272X615 Hood Assembly 18 184921 Bumper Extrus[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 GROUND DRIVE 247 32 /3o 95 I 21 / 82 165 156 166 _-8 35 _39 4T'_ 62 12011 _ 36 52 30 29 252 19 25 36 35 / i 55 116 74 75 78 /76 drive-hydro,stlt 53 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 (See 69 142432 Breakdown) 70 134683 8 192502 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 74 137057 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 75 121749X 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 76 STD581075 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5116-18 Gr. [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 STEERING ASSEMBLY _/ _+_=TJ--- 34 /j::_39 ........... / -L 4 88 L 29 / 15 1515_ ............. steering pl.lt 57 82 4O / 10 68 13 65 67 67 8 6 43 / / 95 / ( / f 40[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 186093X428 2 184706 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 8 12000029 10 175121 11 STD551137 13 136518 15 145212 17 190753 26 126847X 28 19131416 29 17000612 30 76020412 32 192757 34 10040500 36 155099 37 152927 38 186095X428 39 19113812 40 73540600 41 186737 42 145054X428 43 121[...]

ENGINE 2 1 31 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275820 i 32 78_ 33 23 81 72 62 14 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.lcyl 30 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170545 2 17720408 3 4 137352 13 165291 14 148456 23 169837 29 137180 31 157103 32 161696 33 123487X 34 106082X 37 137040 DESCRIPTION Control Throttle/Choke Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (S[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 SEAT ASSEMBLY 17 12 seat It.knob 1 5 10 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 188719 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 182493 11 166369 12 174648 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. Clip Push In Hinged Nut Hex Lock w/Ins[...]

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 16 7 3 2 2 1 11 14 5 15-- 22 19 14 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 186367 3 186366 5 189020 6 133644 7 193565 8 179128 9 186572 11 193307 14 189088 15 160396 20 DESCRIPTION Decal Fender Danger Sears Decal Hood Side RH/LH Decal Hood RH/LH Decal Engine H/P Decal Maint Customer Sears Dom Decal Replacement Decal[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 19 ? 13 13 31 -.. 32" 1718 20 16 15 lift-rh=l piece 3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 15 173288 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 16 73350800 3 105767X Pin Groove 17 175689 4 12000002 E Ring 18 73800800 5 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x21 Ga. 19 13986[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,275820 MOWER DECK 3 52 55 ' 142 il 47 119 113 111 _2 5 6 f 19 21 42 D man-t-path stlt 3 21 28 29 12 23 24 117 _116 25 26 27 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Housing 56 165723 2 STD533107 Bolt 59 141043 3 138017 Bracket Asm,Sway Bar, Front 67 149846 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 68 144959 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 92 STD541437 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 111 179292 8 850857 Bolt, [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 1 _, 150 115 87 "_ _ _ 15 106 .(_)-_},_ v _ __.,m 31 29 _- - _ 5 _ (_(_ 106 _ _ 56 6 31 157 _'_1113 :_ (_ _-_ _ _ 32 49 ,_ 67 _= _ _u_ 114 9 87 • 3 _ 208 ' 185 200 25 / / / 22 // / . -191 __ 19o ii_ '_ zo4 203 _2o4A 184--_ l__e 100 lo2/_ lo2lol [ [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 772151 Cover L.H. 70 786196 Spacer .625.765 3 770135 Case 79 792201 Spring 5 776355 Counter Shaft 85 792154 Oil Fill Plug 6 778263 Spur Gear 11T 87 788088A Oil Seal 3/4" 9 786197 Neutral Sleeve (.572) 99 7[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0296-E1 30 i 307_ 3@ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 12 1022 20@ 6170 868_) 943 0 51 _} 691(_ 0 524 _ 842 O 1266 718 dp 5_ 691 @ 24 43,_ 16, 146e_ 741 684I' 11_ 584_ }_' 9_ 1264 I_ 1263<_ 1270 __ 759 I 1019 LABEL KIT I I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0296-E1 914 238 1022 103 z 1022 6170 93'_ 95t_ 1266A 334 366 ,<_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104 d ¢2 634A @_ ) 967@ 105 _ 137_) 276@ R () 63@ 1266 106[_l17_b 142_ 6170 1266A _ > 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 137_ 276@ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 102[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0296-E1 305A 643 1265 1267 1040 968 305' _ 729 697 _" 1070 1005 _ 1044_ 1051& 801 _ 544_ 803_ 310_ _ 5o_ 579 _ _1_ 4621 797 "_---_ 802 74 73_ 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0296-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) 2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 117 694352 O Jet-Main (Standard) 3 391086 ,Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 118 697228 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0296-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 387 697090 Pump-Fuel 947 694393 Solenoid-Fuel 404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 965 499613 Cover-Oil Pump 431 697122 Elbow-Intake 967 697015 Filter-Pre Cleaner 445 697153 Filter-Air Cle[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION (_ O1 ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. _ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extrem[...]

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