Craftsman 917.276050 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualJCRIIF¥$MRN°IGARDEN TRACTOR22.0 HP, 50" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.276050[_ This product has a low emiss

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVEBELTSee MOWER AND DRIVE BELT AS-SEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additionalguidance on this assembly.Be sure tractor is on level sur

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESSFor best cutting results, mower shouldbe properly leveled. See "TO LEVELMOWER HOUSING" in the Service andAdjustments se

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.R N H L I\1REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare 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 cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea-sured from the ground to the blade tip withthe engine not run

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTSTow only the attachments that are recom-mended by and comply with specificationsof the manufacturer of your tractor

• The attachments and ground drive cannow be used. If the engine does notaccept the load, restart the engine andallow it to warm up for one minute usi

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _.,_.,_,_ _._ _._ o/_._o_REO.L,RBERV,CE/ Z V'CE D'ESCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator Presence

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high

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

NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free.Do not attempt to open or remove caps orcovers. Adding or checking level of el

ENGINE OIL FILTERReplace the engine oil filter every seasonor every other oil change if the tractor isused more than 100 hours in one year.AIR FILTERY

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

BottomEdge of Bottom Edge ofMower to Ground Mower to Ground(_ SuspensionAduJtUstmentFRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side

Primary Idler ArmSpringElectric ClutchPulleyBolt inMowerHousingMower Drive BeltBelt KeepersTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTPark the tractor on level s

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCHThe electric clutch should provide yearsof service. The clutch has a built-in brakethat stops the pulley within 5 seconds.E

Clutching IdlerClutching Flat IdlerBeltKeeperEngine Belt KeeperPulley V-IdlerBeltTransaxlePulleyTwists BeltKeeperfrom BottomTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL A

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

TO ADJUST CARBURETORYour carburetor is not adjustable. If yourengine does not operate properly due tosuspected carburetor problems, take yourtractor t

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._WARNING: Never store t

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 start2.3,4.5.6.7Hard to startEngine wil

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMLoss of power 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8,CAUSE CORRECTION9.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdischargeCA

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050SCHEMATICREDAMMETER(OPTIONAL)_IT£BLACK lfllll "°BATTERY SOLENOIDFUSESTARTERBL_K... JELECTRIC CLUTCHI...

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050ELECTRICAL24\I4222iI:III43IlII\I25-IIIiTI33II_ 29_ 1---i ... ==:::::::: ... T...,34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES1736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 632 175282 Dr

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050GROUND DRIVE39_40412937 ",_j.- 3_ F 117_--._ 8 50 _ _..J_ 34"_. 5217 ..._ 65154738

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 39 743210164 17490

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-even terrain could over

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050STEERING ASSEMBLY2334332236\42\\ \\/ / is/4O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1785573 1832264 1618495 1618486 6266H7 121748X8 120000299 184

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050ENGINE2O18153726 " 3739engfne-intek-ELS_l0-vgt8129/I SPARK ARRESTER KIT IKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION2 1497238

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050SEAT ASSEMBLY7,_,.II21seat_5-vgtKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1805972 1801663 1406755 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 17187710 18018

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050DECALS17145 194106KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1821682 1640853 1863164 1863175 1495166 1336448 1863189 18628210 156439DESCRIPTI

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050LIFT ASSEMBLY35 737O343129 "KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.779103 11261 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 3

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.276050MOWERDECK596O53, 4899_623247486424267mower_deck-50_9542113112 2221 .j_46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1816062 STD5414313 721105064 7631J5 1384576 STD6240087 1780248 8508579 STD55113710 14029

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050TRANSAXLE215252446

TRANSAXLETRACTOR - oMODEL NUMBER 917.276050KEY PARTNO. NO.1 4197R2 120000343 4199R4 4216R5 4215R6 4217R7 1747288 740206529 7392M10 13726111 4985R12 62

• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777, TYPE NUMBER 0241-E1929At 1Of _,-]_213_267 _,216222 @_188 _265305A

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276050BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777,TYPE NUMBER 0241-E110291100798Q_'977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET276_

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777,TYPE NUMBER 0241-E1_4y334_1095 VALVE GASKET SET102251 868 _)526f50

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777,TYPE NUMBER 0241-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

BRIGGS &KEY PARTNO, NO.TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276050STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777,TYPE NUMBER 0241-E1KEY PARTDESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCR

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONO"1O11. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that it

Get it fixed, at your home or ours!Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and coolin

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 5 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W30(below 32°F)Oi! Capacity: W/

SteeringWheel InsertSteering WheelSteering SleeveSteering WheelAdapterSeat@ (1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge_(1) Knob(2) Flanged_:Pins(1)Front Plat

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

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for