Craftsman 917.276361 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualCRRFTSMRN°j_]l I,GARDEN TRACTOR25.0 HE 48" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.276361This product has a low

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

SAFETYGLASSESThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

The cuttingheight rangeis approximately1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsaremea-suredfrom the groundto the bladetip withthe engine not running.The

USING THE REVERSE OPERATIONSYSTEM -1. Move motion control lever to neutral(N) position.2. With engine running, turn ignition keycounterclockwise to RO

_,CAUTION: Wipeoff anyspilled oil orfuel. Do not store,spill or use gasolinenear anopen flame.IMPORTANT:Whenoperatingin temper-aturesbelow32°F(0°C),us

PURGE TRANSMISSION,_CAUTION: Never engage or dis-engage freewheel lever while the engineis running.To ensure proper operation and per-formance, it is

AS YOU COMPLETEREGOLARSERV,CE ERV'OEOATESChh:_ Birak; iOsPe_i ° n _Check Operator Presence andT ROS Systems I_R Check for Loose Fasteners tf I_s

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

• To check blade balance, you will need a5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a conebalancer. (When using a cone balancer,follow the instructions su

Oil Drain ValveTo OpenTo CloseDrain Tube4. After oil has drained completely, closethe drain valve turning clockwise. Usethe 7/16" (11 mm) wrench

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 brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place attachment

9. Position front plate assembly betweenfront mower brackets. Raise deck andplate assembly to align holes andinsert flanged pins. Secure pins withdoub

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BEEQUAL IN LENGTHNutTrunnion/Front Plate AssemblyTO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELTMOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL1. Park tractor on a l

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC-ONDARY) DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake.1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVEMOWER" i

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

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe motion control lever has been presetat the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.1. Park

3. Connect the other end of the BLACKcable (D) to good chassis ground,away from fuel tank and battery.TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSEORDER -1. BLACK cable f

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customers ex-pense, may be performed

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 th

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 centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEngi

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power 1. Cutting too mu

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSEMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdisch

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361BATTERYSOLENOIDIGNITION SWITCHPOSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE"OFF M+G+A1RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1RUN B+A1 L+A2STAR

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361/263334II I I34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES138161158375821_a4_201917 _ 165699153158122chassis-stealth 43-vgt36

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180375 Rail, Frame RH 472 175282 Dra

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361GROUND DRIVE96933drive 6-vgt4277127 12036356466834.14538

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 Transaxle Hydro Gear 94 133835331-3000 (See Breakdown) 98

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

STEERINGTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27636126J_--" 51/'/_ ,21\20343332642232213,31292836\1313 / / i I II I / II\ IJJ18 _ steerinct 21-vgt524O

STEERINGTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 186094X4282 1785573 1832264 1618495 1618486 6266H7 121748X8 120000299 184946X50

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27636122_I183726 27engine-kohler22 18-vgt8439i85331 _ 408412118269 _6229\\\/SPARK ARRESTER KIT IJ42

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Engine (See Breakdown) KohlModel No. CV730-00442 149723 Muffler8 121361X Pulley V

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361SEAT ASSEMBLY17I18191210I54IIIseat 1-vgt44

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 192919 Seat2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat3 140675 Strap, Fender Assembly4 12

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27636118315151017 1712_22820 11KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 193599 Decal Dash2 149516 Decal Battery DNGR/PSNENG Asm3

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361LIFT ASSEMBLY40 43 35 73313239 30I Ii29810\3\}!23237OKEY PARTNO. NO.1 121006X2 1800453 1591894 120000225 192920166 7

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361MOWER DECK461329511221122.j49I 52130®12133,3046i: 1•\_1324726mower deck.48prem 248

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 49 739006003 17891

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe truck or trailer and refuel it ontheground.If this is not possible,thenrefuelsuchequipment with a portablecontaine

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000111X\85_1 419579 SEA ANT97 - 20W50 O}L20,3 KT, SEA50

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 331-3000Key Part Key PartNo. No. Description No. No. Description1 161122 Kit, housing main 6

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE27--- 3231 /30 _--28AND BREATHER_33 _I29-_-28

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION N

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044IGNITION/ELECTRiCALT-2_/3 1--BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES r_/56/254

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044IGNITION/ELECTRICALAIR INTAKE/FILTRATIONKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. D

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044STARTING SYSTEM I2c@___6OiL PAN/LUBRICATION !1916_NTROLS q ®/927 &

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044STARTING SYSTEMKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1. M-839080-S2. 25-098-0

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730, TYPE NUMBER 0044CRANKSHAFT ! EXHAUST IFUEL SYSTEI_,_I1358

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276361KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 0V730, TYPE NUMBER 0044CRANKSHAFTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (In

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 5.0 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 10W30'API-SG-SL): (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil C

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONO3(.OONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX._) ARNING: To avoid serious injury

Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of aJl major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,no matter who made it, no

Keys Slope Sheet(1) Oil Drain Tube(2) KeysYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory.When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it me

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location and_nction of controls)WARNING: Before starting, read, un-derstand and follow all instruc

Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractor or in literaturesuppliedwiththe product.Learnand understandtheirmeaning.R N H L I',,IREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LO