Craftsman 917.275280 User Manual

Owner’s ManualGARDENTRACTOR27.0 HP, 48” Mower Electric Start AutomaticTransmissionModel No.917.275280This product has a low emission engine which oper

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the iilustrations with your tractor to familiarize you

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

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not r

TO TRANSPORTWhen pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Freewheel co

NOTE; Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.6. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to start position and rele

5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shutoff engine and set parking brake.6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control

MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICESERVICE DATESCheck Brake Operation✓ ✓Check Tiro Pressure✓✓Check Operator P

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high

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

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

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty...2Maintenance...16Safety Rules...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSAWARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set pa

8. Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown.9. Position front plate ass

A CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Position any

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this

LH.MandrelSecondary Idler ArmIdlerPulleySpringSecondary Spring ArmCenterMandrelMower Blade (Secondary) Drive BeltR.H. MandrelTO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLU

3.Remove belt from all idler pulleys, transaxle pulley and then from engine pulley.RetainerSpringDrive BeltTensionHandleEngine Pulley• Belt KeeperTran

FRONT WHEEL CAMBERThe front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact contact a

Terminal Access DoorTerminal GuardKeps NutHex BoltPositive(Red)CableNegative (Biack) CableTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holde

4. Reassemble air cleaner.TO ADJUST CARBURETOR .The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor

STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.CAUTION; Never sto

SAFETY RULESIMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety inst

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel.2.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power (continued)3. Bu

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONMower blades will not rotate (con

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280SCHEMATICPOSfnON CIRCUIT "MAKE"OFF M + Q + A1NONEON + UGHTS B + A1 L-fA2ONB +A1 NONESTART B-kS + AINONERELA

ELECTRICALREPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.27528034

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280ELECTRICALKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1 144927Battery274760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/487603J Tray, Battery10 145211Bol

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES36

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180372 Rail, Frame RH2 175282 Drawbar, Gt5180639X418Dash6 157882 D

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280GROUND DRIVE'^10838

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280GROUND DRIVEKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle Hydro Gear 94133835Fastener Christmas T

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 917.275280STEERING40

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280STEERINGKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1175139X418 Wheel, Steering2178557Axle Asm., Front36855M Fitting, Grease4161849Spin

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION NO. NO.DESCRIPTION1...Engine (See Breakdown)37123487XClamp Hose

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280LIFT ASSEMBLYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 121006X Rod Asm.. Lever2 180045 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt3 159189 Lever Asm., Li

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280SEAT ASSEMBLY V,KEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1177978 Seat17 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr.

DECALSTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280KEY PART NO. NO.12345678910 11 12131415182221182795180983180984 181470 133644 181503 180978 180978 156439 18125

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280MOWER DECK46

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280MOWER DECKKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO.NO.DESCRIPTION1 180358Deck Weldment Mower 4852175820 Pulley Idler Flat

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-350070 SEALANT (JoM If aUnetMto) 97 • 20W30 OIL(HulW>77^5205 - KIT SEALftMiScall*)4

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 311-3500KEY PARTKEYPARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 161122Main Housing Assembly74 1695

SAFETY RULES• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or children e

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER50

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERKEY PART NO. NO.1. 24-033-03-SDESCRIPTIONKit,

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005IGNITION/ELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESAIR INTAKE0----752

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917^75280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005IGNITION/ELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PARTKEYPARTNO.NO.

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005ENGINE CONTROLSOIL PAN / LUBRICATION54

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005STARTING SYSTEMKEY PART NO. NO.OIL PAN/LUBRICATION1. M-839080-S2.

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005CRANKSHAFTEXHAUSTFUEL SYSTEM106u56

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275280KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV740, TYPE NUMBER 0005CRANKSHAFTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1. 24-014-72-SCrankshaft (Inclu

SERVICE NOTES58

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONsWARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never ac

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity and Type:5.0 GallonsUnleadedRegularOil Type (API-SF-SJ):SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)Oil Capac

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

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)A WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow alt ins

OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with Learn and understand their meaning.the product.aA1♦♦3;4»BATTERY CAUT