Craftsman 917.272263 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualELECTRIC START48" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.272263• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• Repair PartsCAUTION

TOATTACHNOSEROLLER1. Positionbrackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16gauge washers, and nose milerbetween deck mounting brackets asshown. Be sure to positionbracket

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting

These symbols may appear on your tractor OFin literature suppliedwith the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWAR

KNOWYOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze y

Theoperation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glassesor eye

The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetipwith the engine not running. These

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTSTow only the attachments that arerecommended by and comply withspecificationsof the manufacturer of yourtractor. Us

AUTO MATIC TRANS MISSION WARM UPBefore driving the unit in cold weather,the transmission should be warmed up asfollows:1. Be sure the tractor is on le

REGULARS ERVICE _'___Jf SERVIC_ DATESc_ Brake_o_raUc_ J V'Checkl_re Pressure t/ !/Check Ope_atc_ PreSence andT Intedoc_ SystemsR Check fo¢ L

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIftractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high sp

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notatte

3. Unlockdrainvalvebypushinginwardslightlyendturningcounter-clockwise.4. Toopen,pulloutonthedrainvalve.5. Afteroilhasdrainedcompletely,closeandlockthe

MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it couldcreate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUGSReplace spark plu

CAUTION:BEFOREPERFORMINGANYSERVICEORADJUSTMENTS:1.Depressbrakepedalfullyand set parking brake.2. Place attachmentclutch in "DISENGAGED" posi

TOLEVELMOWERHOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are propedy inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPECIF

4, Remove screwsfrom R.H. mandrelcover and remove cover.5. Remove any dirt or grass clippingswhich may have accumulated aroundmandrels and entire uppe

4. Road test tractor for proper stoppingdistance as stated above. Readjust ifnecessary. If stopping distance is stillgreater than six (6) feet in high

TOSTARTENGINEWITHAWEAKBATTERY_,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate explosivegases. Keep sparks,flame and smoking materials away frombatteries. Always

etorENGINEMaintenance,repair, orreptacernantof theemissioncontroldevicesand systems,whichare beingdoneat the customersexpense,may be performedby any n

immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore._CAUTION: Never store the tr

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could

+ROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTPROBLEM CAUSE_/ill not start 1+ Out of fuel2.3.4.5,6.7,8,9.Hard to startEnginewillnotturn overEngine not "CHOKED"properl

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEMLoss of powercontinued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentclut

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSEPROBLEMPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)3attery will not_harge.oss of drive1. Engine speed too slow

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263IC_N4TZOI4 GW _T_CHPO_'II°N I ;IRCUIT '_KE*RUN_IGHT _._1 A2÷LRUN B+AI ,','ONE* E , L ..

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ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272263KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3,/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.272263CHASSISANDENCLOSURES42209 11 209 t643 t42 60 2636

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263CHASSISAND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 17_554 Drawbat3 17060612 Screw, 3,'8-16 x 3/49

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263GROUNDDRIVE32775324126 2638

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 75 121749X Wa

III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mow

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263STEERING ASSEMBLY40

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 175139X418 SteedngWheel2 172393 Axle Assembly3 169840 Spindle Assembly,

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2722631425 382g\O P TI OpNrALAEOrQeU_tPeMENT1342

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 175437X505 Control, Throttle2 164863 Screw Hwhd H.-Lo #13016 x 3/43 ... Engi

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 175134 Beat 14 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1778882 1749693 1779094 1779105 1789896 1336449 17797510 15643911 17848212 14604613 17789014

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263LIFTASSEMBLY273738403O367646

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263LIFTASSEMB LYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 176263 PlungerAssembly2 159476 Shalt Assembly, Lift3 178981 Pin, Groove4 1

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263MOWER DECK46112I 114 i944711618\29 248

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174348 Deck Weldment Mower 48 55 72140608 Bolt R

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you willnot have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose t

119_1212-10."i_191246-Selllnt (Joint d' etanCheRe)57-20WS0 Oil - 78j OZ (OZ de 78.820 d. Hulll I127 - Seal and O-ring Ktt (phoqul 0 Sonne Je

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E152

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E11023 1022 13 211_7 227 1022240_&apo

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263BRIGGS & STRA'rroN ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E174I1005{_ 877 5733321_ _75_ 1119_ 197363 _

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272263BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777 TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DES

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272263BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER445777TYPE NUMBER0154-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTIO

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL._ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADED_ND TYPE: REGULAR:_lLTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)IAPI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30{BELOW 32°F)ILCAPAClTY: W/F

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Steering WheelIIIste_..g IWheel Insert Steering Sleeve(1)w_17/32 x 1÷3/16 x 12 Gauge _:__(1) KnobMowerRetainer Springs)(2) Retainer Springs (single lo

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper oper

4. Pushdownonseatto engageshoulder bolt in slot and pull seattowards rear of tractor.5. Pivot seat and pan forward andassemble adjustment knob and fla