Craftsman 917.273648 User Manual

Owner’s ManualLAWN TRACTOR18.5 HR 42” Mower Electric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.273648mThis product has a low emission engine which opera

^CHECKLISTBefore you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product.Plea

OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.RNHLl\l 4»0^0REVERSEN

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with t

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

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELSGauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operatin

Transmission EngagedTransmission DisengagedNOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is c

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 n

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of thi

MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICESERVICE DATESTRACT0RCheck Brake Operation✓✓Check Tire Pressure✓✓Check Oper

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest spe

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty...2Maintenance Schedule...18Safety Rules...

3.4.5.6.TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power.1. Remove terminal guar

ENGINE OIL FILTERReplace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.AIR FILTE

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.• Prot

5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs.6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retain

LENGTHTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELTThe mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking br

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on botto

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTif steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove s

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb hol

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which

STORAGEImmediately 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. ^WARNING: Never

SAFETY RULESIMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety ins

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTfONWill not start 1. Out of fuel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power (continued)5. Lo

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONPoor grass 1. Engine speed too

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648SCHEMATICPOSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”OFF M + G + A1 NONEON + LIGHTS B +A1 L +A2ON B +A1 NONESTART E + S +A1 NONE02781WIR

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648ELECTRICAL2234

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt. Hex 1/4-20 X 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar9 161566X428 Dash10 72140608 Boit

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648GROUND DRIVE38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peerless LTH2000656

SAFETY RULESDO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven ter

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648STEERING ASSEMBLY“‘—-73 —-41 -421^-—37 ^“—-3640

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 186094X428 Wheel Steering2 184706 Axle Asm3 169840 Spindle Asm LH4 16

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27364829OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester0ngins-bs,1cyL51KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648SEAT ASSEMBLYseat_itknob_14KEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTIONKEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTION1 180598 Seat13 121248X Bushing Snap B

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648DECALSKEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTIONKEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTION1 187407 Reflector, LH14 160396 Decal, V-Belt, Schematic2 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 179504 Plunger Assembly 18 73800800 Nut Lock

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648MOWER DECK46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 182032 Mower Housing 92 STD541437 Locknut, HexW

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH200048

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000KEY PART NO. NO.1356 9 13151722232526 28 29 31363738404142 42A43 44A 44

SAFETY RULESBe sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.Never carry passengers or children even wi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0348-El729 %729Ai526 501 '1070 §50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777JYPE NUMBER 0348-ElKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 69717

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777,TYPE NUMBER 0348-El52

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273648BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777JYPE NUMBER 0348-ElKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION383 898

SERVICE NOTES54

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and Type: Unleaded RegularOil Type (API-SG-SL):SAE 30 (above 32T) SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)Oil Capacit

UNASSEMBLED PARTSMower Leveling WrenchBubble LevelKeys(2) KeysFor Future UseSlope SheetVideo Cassette

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATIONYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin.When right or left hand is mentio

5.6.7.8.9.4. Sit on seat in operating position,depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.Place motion control lever in neutral (N) positio