Craftsman 917.273180 manual

Owner's Manual JCRnFTSMAN'I LAWN TRACTOR 17.5 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.273180 i_ This 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 Rul[...]

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

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

DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even 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. • Follow the manufacturer's reco[...]

• 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 i[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): 1.25 Gallons Unleaded Regular SAE 10W30 (Above 32°F) SAE 5W30 (Below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter 4.0 Pints W/O Filter 3.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .040") Ground Speed Forward: 5.5 (MPH): Reverse: 2.4 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI Charging 15 [...]

Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Steering Wheel (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension Shaft (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _i_ (1) Knob (_1_(1) Oil Drain_ For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys Video Cassette 7[...]

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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TO[...]

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are positioned over the large slotted holes in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoul- der bolts in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- semble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in[...]

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate Latch Hooks _k[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L I1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT M[...]

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseff with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Light Switch Lift Lever[...]

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 I or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments I or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety I mask worn over spectacles. I HOW TO USE YOUR TRACT[...]

TO ADJUST GAUGEWHEELS 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 ke'ep the-deck ,n proper pos'tion to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. I. Adjust[...]

Transmlsslon Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply[...]

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 7. When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 7. Whe[...]

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[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ ,_. _ ,_. _o_ ,_ ,_ AS YOU COMPLETE _ ._e _._q_ _> _, _ _ REGULAR SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems t_ R Check for Loose Fasteners _ l_s I_ A Sharpec/Replace Mower Blades _a T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals I_ Che[...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ([...]

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to =leak" power. 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then R[...]

AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob and cover. 2. Remove wing nut and air[...]

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE 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 moving [...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires areproperly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underin- flated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At th[...]

Mandrel Idler Pulleys Pulle Mandrel Pulley TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. 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. TO[...]

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER 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, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion con- trol lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. 3. Hold motion control lev[...]

3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE QRDER - 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY _I=WARNING: Do not short battery ter[...]

ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, 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 ADJUSTTHRO'I'FLE CONTROL CABL[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- _will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store 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 wint[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power CAUSE Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate ;ection in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power (continued) 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10. Spark plug wire loose. Excessive vibration 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8, E[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge (continued) Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 3. Wetgmss. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 SCHEMATIC BA'P_ERY SOLENOID RED _° FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH 02374 AT'PMENTCLUTCH (CLUTCH OF_ I I ...... .._ _ -I i j m.uE I 85 88 i FUEL SHUT-OFF ........ _ SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH = IIF _O EQUIPPED) (NOT OCCUPIED) 187 ' 301 ....... I = PRESENC[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 ELECTRICAL 22 + I I I 4 43 I 41 I I 26 25 / // I / I t I i I t I i I i I ! _ I I II I I f _ I ! _ I I I I I T 161 I I I l I l 45 27 i I I 29 I I I 90 "_ i / I l / I I / 34[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273180 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176137 21 183759 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 160784 30 175566 33 140403 40 179722 41 71110408 42 131563 43 178861 45 122822X 52 141940 81 109748X 90 180449 Battery Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 Box Bakery F[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 261 31 18 2O9 74 2O8 chassis-Laser -fl.stfl_16 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 2 176554 5 155272 9 187846X013 10 STD533710 11 174996 13 172105X010 14 17490608 17 185682X613 18 184921 26 STD541437 28 184247 30 188570)(613 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 39 174714 58 150127 60 72140606 64 154798 74 73680600 142 175702 143 186689 144[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 GROUND DRIVE 32 /_32 36 3_ .+ 53 30 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO, I ...... Transaxle(See Breakdown) 69 Hydro Gr 314-0510 70 8 185866 Rod ShiftFender Adjust 71 10 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x I CAD 73 14 10040400 Washer Lock Hv'/Helical 74 15 74490544 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x Gr 5 75 16 STD541431 Nut Lock Hex W/_ns. 5/16-18 un[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 STEERING ASSEMBLY 39 I • _ • t I t 29 st eering o1.1t_47 66 48 6 13 87 67 e7 4O[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,273180 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 11 12 13 15 17 26 28 29 3O 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 51 54 65 67 68 71 82 87 88 91 95 184706 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 12000029 175121 STD551137 7394O8O0 136518 145212 180641 126847X 19131416 17000612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 184704X428[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 ENGINE 33 31 29 40 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 23 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION engine-kohler_39 1 170548X505 Control, Throttle 38 181654 2 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 40 124028X 1/4-20 x 5/8 44 17670412 3 Engine, Kohler Model No. CV490-27532 45 17000612 4 174667 Muf[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 SEAT ASSEMBLY 17 seat_It.knob 9 5 11 22 21 KEY PART NO, NO. 1 180597 2 180166 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 180186 11 166369 12 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Fender Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw 3/8-16x 1-1/2 W[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 DECALS 9 18 7 7 13 16 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156811 2 190962 3 186280 4 186281 5 191060 6 133644 7 186283 8 172331 9 186282 10 156439 11 179128 12 146046 11 5,6 1 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 191018 Decal, HP Engine 14 160396 Decal, Hood, R.H. 16 138047 Decal, Hood, L.H. 18 164065 D[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 19 13 5 13 4 2 6 31 _ 19 32 13 p8 ! i ! I' ! I' ,/ /' 2o =o lift-rh.1 piece_3 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 125631X 8 122365X 11 139865 12 139866 13 STD624008 DESCRIPTION Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groo[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 MOWER DECK 67 I I .;147 142 ,146 106"_;_ 102 103 1105 105_="_'. / 102 _' 34 >21 5 6 19F 21 42_D_man-t-pat h_stlt_3 2 16 14 18 29 18 27 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 55 155046 2 STD533107 Bolt 56 165723 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 59 141043 Front 67 184939 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 68 144959 5 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 92 73800600 6 178024 Bar Sw[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 59 170408 2 1.70352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 61 142882 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunlan 62 142887 Machined 63 170410 5 169898 Block - Assemb[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490 TYPE NUMBER 27532 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J 12 20_ 23 8 10 4 17 lg CRANKCAS_ 18 17 10 1 / @ 5O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 CYUNDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. N_ DESCRIPTION 1 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 1 12-032-03-S 2 12-755-97-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-16, 2 N/A Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty. 2), 3 12-445-02-S 12 041 O2-S, & 12 [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 IGNITIONIELECTRICALI 3-_ e S I-t° BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESl 12 10 AIR INTAKE J 2- 8 61 _-5]-_ m7 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 1 M-545010-S 2 12-468.03-S Washer, plain 3/6` 2 24-468-10-S 3 24-018-O3-S Retainer, grass screen (3) 3 12.146-0[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 STARTING SYSTEM i ENGINE CONTROLS I 8 m 11 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION I I m O--_4 g_10 11 21 i i 54[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 12-076-11-S M-839076-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1,25x70 (2) 2 12-237-01-S 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 38) 3 24-086-43-S 12-756-54-S Kit, drive end 4 M-664020-S 12[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 CRANKSHAFT J ml EXHAUST I FUEL SYSTEM I 5 / 6 / 3 58[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273180 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV490TYPE NUMBER 27532 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY pART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 M-641060-S Nut, hes. flange M6xl.0 (2) 1 12-O14-57-S M-62911 5-S Stud M6x1.0xl 16 (2) 2 25-139-27-S 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets (includes 4,5[qty 1],[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ol €O 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to e tree trunk or other upright structure. 3, Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the sl[...]

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