Craftsman 917.275902 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualCRAFTSMAN°LAWN TRACTOR26.0 HP, 48" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.275902r_ This product has a low emiss

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

• The averagelawn shouldbe cut to ap-proximately2-1/2 inchesduringthe coolseasonandto over3 inchesduringhotmonths. Forhealthierand betterlookinglawns,

TO OPERATE ON HILLS_WARNING: Do not drive up or downhills with slopes greater than 15 ° and donot drive across any slope. Use the slopeguide provided

Never use engine or carburetor cleanerproducts in the fuel tank or permanentdamage may occur.TO START ENGINEWhen starting the engine for the first tim

3. Slowly move motion control lever tofull forward position and hold for five(5) seconds, or approximately 40 feet.Slowly move lever to full reverse p

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ __e_S_,f"F,,_.,NOATES ,ZERV'OEAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE f_%_ ,T/"%'_/_ DATESCheck Brake Operation _

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5) feetto stop at highest speed

• The blade can be sharpened with a fileor on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower.• To check blade balance, you will need a5

1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be carefulnot to allow dirt to enter the enginewhen changing oil.2. Remove yellow cap from end of drainvalve and inst

Warranty...2SafetyRules...3ProductSpecifications ...

MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fire hazard and/or damage.SPARK PLUG(S)Replace spark

,_WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place m

9. Position front plate assembly betweenfront mower brackets. Raise deck andplate assembly to align holes and insertflanged pins. Secure pins with dou

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BEEQUAL IN LENGTHFront PlateAssemblyTrunnionTO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELTMOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL1. Park tractor on a level

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE(SECONDARY) DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake.1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVEMOWER" in

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjustablebrake system which is mounted on theright side of the transaxle.If tractor require

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTShould your transmission require removalfor service or replacement, it should bepurged after reinstallation and before

3. Disconnect BLACK battery cablethen RED battery cable and carefullyremove battery from tractor.4. Install new battery with terminals insame position

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLThe choke control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not be nec-essary, check adjustment as described be-low b

Immediately 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._IkWARNING: Never store

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions co

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notturn o

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION7. Dirty fuel filter.8. Stale o

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s)

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902BATTERYSOLENOID@/_I!SPARK PLUGSIGNITION GAPUNIT (2PLUGS 0ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)FUELSHUT-OFF _ METER _-JSOLE

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27590222//4026tI /i//11I _III5229\931Ii/I\\////34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray Battery10 145211

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2172789031209 _54209 6074209 38chassis-stealth,stlt 286037209209jl 427820920920936

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar9 193636X428 Dash10 72140608 Bolt

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902GROUND DRIVE57\8926332309516 _523O29252 \1952 2536 352228 _ 5374 7578.76drive-hydro stlt 7138

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 64(See Breakdown) 658 192502 Rod Shift

I1. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss ofcontrol and tip-over accidents, which canresult in severe injury or death. Opera-tion o

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902STEERING ASSEMBLY( ,39/ // , _J46/154065\\33343513\68 67f43/ f <- \14395/ / 4,_/ / / / 8, I/\ r t /steering stea

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 186094X428 Wheel Steering2 184706 Axle Asm3 169840 Spindle Asm L144 1

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27590221253237112 3329OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester1011717i1_/116iII4engine-ko,twin 18KEY PARTNO. NO.1 175439X50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902SEAT ASSEMBLYi11j1512seat it.knob 225II188922III IKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1805982 1801663 STD5237104 191316105 1450066 STD

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27590216119 3 13 21 4 1121102O215KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 187407 Decal Reflector LH2 138047 Decal Battery Dieha

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902LIFT ASSEMBLYlift-rh.l pc.stlt 1432,.3151KEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 197980 Plunger Assembly 182 198070 Sh

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902MOWER DECK46117116112 31]114122_214645J472918mower deck,48prem stlt46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 45 1808063 138017

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000/200, _ - 191_._ _ -190_ 203'_ 208__ 183 _'105 I28 1185--25 /&

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER L'I'H2000KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 77

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe truckor trailerand refuelit on theground.If this is not possible,thenrefuel suchequipmentwitha portablecontainer,r

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 004327 ...CRANKCASE21 IO_/22l(_ 1923 --@/242634...i ¸8- -10i i

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I[_3_f410852

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PART

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043s , ( O(L PAN/LUBR(CAT(ON !5\\31754

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATIONKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCR

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0043CRANKSHAFT !1EXHAUST2FUEL SYSTEM14®_--_-_ 9 8 _ _ 8_6 7 12 31456

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275902KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0043CRANKSHAFTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 24-014-42-S Crankshaft (In

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX.!WARNING: To avoid serious injury, oper

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 4 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 10W30'API-SG-SL): (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Cap

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For Future UseKeys(2) KeysYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory.Slope SheetWhen right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it means,

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID(See Operation section for location_dfunction of controls)ARNING: Before starting, read, un-derstand and follow all instructi

Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractor or in literaturesuppliedwiththe product.Learnand understandtheirmeaning.R N H I\1REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE F