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LAWN TRACTOR
17.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273143
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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engine, read and understand
this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
- Page 3 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. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- lutely necessary.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
- Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
- Page 6 PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Oil Capacity: W/Filter 4.0 Pints W/O Filter 3.5 Pints Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC designed and manufactured for years of (GAP: .040") dependable operation. But like all prod-...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) kocknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) kocknut 1/4-28 Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Shaft teering Boot (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette...
- Page 8 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.
- Page 9 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of NOTE: You may now roll or drive your shoulder bolts are positioned over the tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate large slotted holes in pan. instruction below to remove the tractor 4.
- Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- (If previously removed) tor, check to see that the brake is properly 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in upright position. the Service and Adjustments section of 2.
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS OH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
- Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever Lift Lever...
- Page 13 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 or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectac es.
- Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted _iLWARNING: Do not drive up or down when they are slightly off the ground when hills with slopes greater than 15° and do mower is at the desired cutting height in not drive across any slope.
- Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. MENTS Never use engine or carburetor cleaner Tow only the attachments that are recom- products in the fuel tank or permanent mended by and comply with specifications damage may occur.
- Page 16 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONWARMUP NOTE: During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being Beforedriving the unit in cold weather, removed from hydraulic drive system. the transmissionshould be warmed up as 5. Move motion control lever to neutral follows: (N) position.
- Page 17 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this •...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ,_,_-_ ,_,_ _ d_. ,_ AS YOU COMPLETE DATES REGULAR SERVICE f___SERVlC Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
- Page 19 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
- Page 20 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 Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- Corrosion and dirt on the battery and eration or at least once a year if the tractor terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
- Page 21 AIR FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Your engine will not run properly using a To insure proper cooling, make sure the dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- after every 25 hours of operation or every nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
- Page 22 ARNING: 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.
- Page 23 • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" against Adjust the mower while tractor is parked trunnion on both front links. on level ground or driveway. Make sure •...
- Page 24 Mandrel Idler Pulleys Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
- Page 25 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The front wheel toe-in and camber are not The motion control lever has been preset adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
- Page 26 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB cable (D) to good chassisground, 1. Raise hood. awayfrom fuel tank and battery. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the TO REMOVECABLES, REVERSE backside of the grill. ORDER - 3.
- Page 27 ENGINE Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine Maintenance, repair, or replacement running and shift/motion control lever the emission control devices and systems, in neutral (N) position. which are being done at the customers ex- Idle speed setting - With throttle...
- Page 28 Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract age at the end of the season or if the trac- moisture which leads to separation and _will not be used for 30 days or more. ,WARNING: Never store the tractor formation of acids during storage.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded•...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive 2. Replace mower drive belt. belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH LINE (CLUTCH OFF) I GREEN I 85 86 I FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID BLUE SEAT SWITCH (IF SO EQUIPPED) (NOT OCCUPIED) PRESENCE RELAY #1 i 85 86 I BLACK SPARK PLUG...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 ELECTRICAL •...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4 176689 Box Batt.ery Fender 176137 Switch, Interlock 183759 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/16 Wire 175158...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -It.stff 16...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X613 Hood Assembly 184921...
- Page 38 GROUND DRIVE TRACTOR . . MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 dr_e'hydro.stll...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer 121749X...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 STEERING ASSEMBLY jr"----._.. 42 37-_,_ steering..pL1.47...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 184704X428 Steering Wheel 184706 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 ENGINE _105 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 _ engine-kohleE33 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Line, Fuel 170548X505 Control, Throttle 137040 Plug, Drain Oil Easy 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 181654 1/4-20 x 5/8 124028X Bushing Snap Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd.,...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 SEAT ASSEMBLY seatlt.knob KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Fender 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split 28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga. 121250X Spring 1450O6...
- Page 44 186283 Decal, Hood Side 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 172331 Decal, Deck 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 186282 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 184310X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 184311X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 179128 Decal, Deck "B" 42" 166960...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 LIFT ASSEMBLY 32 / KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 173288 Link, Front 159471 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 Unc Shaft Assembly, Lift 73350800 105767X Trunnion Pin, Groove 175689 120OO0O2 Locknut, Hex, with Washer Insert E-Ring 73800800...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 MOWER DECK 106"_ f103 _o_J,/_ fl//,_, to4"_:_/// t03 f \ /;f t01_ 104 t06 t02 j _t16 t18_ .1t2 _t16 42D man-t-path stlt_3.
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 178515 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 155046 Arm, Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 165723 Spacer, Retainer Front 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 48 120- [128 Z r- -"' 'M \127 "43...
- Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 170354 Swashplate, Trunion 142887 Brake Actuating Pin Machined...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER_ CRANKCASEJ 23 32...
- Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 25-351-01 -S Lifter, valve (2) 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S Block, cylinder (Qty.2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 Use Short Block 12 522 51) 041 03-S) 12-445-02-S...
- Page 52 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES]- _--_ "_. "'12 "14 AiR _NTAKE 10--...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-086-14-S M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 M5x0.8xl 0 (6) 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 24-162-03-S 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEMJ fj%F • OiL PAN t LUBRICATION...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-079-11-S M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange Linkage, choke 12-237-01-S M8x1.25x70 (2) Clamp, cable 24-086-43-S 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes Screw, hex. flange M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket 3-8)
- Page 56 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM...
- Page 57 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.273143 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) Nut, hex. flange M6xl .O(2) M-629116-S 25-139-27-S Plug, cup Stud M6xl .Oxl 16 (2) 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 EXHAUST Tie, cable 12-454-03-S,...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ¢.o down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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