Craftsman 917.276030 User Manual

Owner’s ManualCRRFTSMRNGARDEN TRACTOR25.0 HR 50" Mower Electric Start 6 SpeedModel No. 917.276030This product has a low emission engine which ope

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELTBe sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brak

CHECKTIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overin- fiated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutt

OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.RN HL\\\

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREADTHIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize your

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

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutra

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute

MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETEcheck Brake Citation✓ ✓Check Tire Pnessuro✓✓Check Operator P ressnce and Interlodf Systems

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance,BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at hi

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty...2Maintenance...18Safety

• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open,• Recharge at 6-10 amperes fori hour. NOTE: The origina

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 RLTER

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress ciutch/brake pedal fully and set pa

If adjustment is necessary, under left hand footrest, turn lift link adjustment nut (above yellow cap) in appropriate direction to bring bubble betwee

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.2. Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover.3. Roll

Park the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake.1. Remove mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual).2

4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRSFRONT WHEEL-1. Block up axle securely.2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.3. Repair

Kejps NutTerminal Access DoorTerminalGuardHex BoltPositive (Red) CableNegative (Black) CableTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb hol

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.

SAFETY RULESIMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw* ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety in

STORAGEImmediately 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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART;See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSECORRECTIONWill not start 1. Out of fuel.1,

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONLoss of power1.Cutting too much g

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONMower blades will not rotate1.

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030SCHEMATICVOi-IS AC * X'Si RFt.i \RÉOUAtfíK DISCCKMNeCTtCi;POSITION CIRCUIT“MAKE“OffM4G..A1 NONEON+LIGHTSB +A1L

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030ELECTRICAL36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 144927Battery274760412 Bott Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery1014521

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES38

TRACTOR -CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESMODEL NUMBER 917.276030KEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION NO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 180374Rail, Frame RH66 17490608Screw 3/8-

SAFETY RULESDO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven te

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030GROUND DRIVE40

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION37563R Washer. Thrust, Axle39 74321016 Screw, Fi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030 STEERING ASSEMBLY4?

TRACTORSTEERING ASSEMBLY- MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KFV PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 Wheel. Steering2 178557 Axle Asm.. Front3 6855M Fitti

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030ENGINE44

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KEYPARTKEY PARTNO.NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler3917490636 Screw TT 3/8-16

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030SEAT ASSEMBLYKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTIONKEYNO.PARTNO. DESCRIPTION1180598 Seat16123740XSpring, C^rsn2180166Bracket, Piv

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27603018KEY PART NO, NO.123456 8910 11 121415 17177665164085186242186243 186725 133644 185980 186572 156439 181249

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030LIFT ASSEMBLY4P,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030UFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1121006XRod Asm,, Lever34 137167Rod, Adj Lift21800

SAFETY RULESBe sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.Never carry passengers or child

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030MOWER DECK59-^ 58c;n

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030MOWER DECKKEYPARTKEY PARTNO.NO.DESCRiPTiONNO. NO. DESCRtPTfON1181606Mower Deck Weldment 50 42 STD533107Bolt. Carria

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030TRANSAXLE .<iL3 - ^'2 .6f15f '@- /. f ^^/ia’) *’"''^50 (Í3Í7 Trt 50^ ^ .967130C^.y&

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030TRANSAXLEKEY PARTKEYPARTNO. NO.DESCRtPTIONNO. NO,DESCRIPTION1 4197RAxle Shaft52 8119MNeedle Bearing212000034Retaini

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017CYLINDER HEAD, VAtVE AND BREATHER\V©-9'Л3«4.\iiU(f 5^“U-12e—&

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017HEADA/ALVEmREATHERKEY PART NO. NO.1.2.3.4.5.6.7,8.9.10. 11. 12.13

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE'MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730.TYPE NUMBER 0017IGNITiON^LECTRlCALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCR

TRACTOR >' MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017STARTING system!We—6 ©_7ENGINE CONTROLS |-27T9/23-11'1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017STARTING SYSTEMKEYPARTNO. NO.1.M-839080-S2.25-098-09-S3.25 086113-

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity and Type:5 Gallons Unleaded RegularOil Type (API-SF-SJ):SAE 10W30 (above 32“F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32“F)Oil Capac

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730,TYPE NUMBER 0017CRANKSHAFTEXHAUSTFUEL SYSTEMXIФ

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276030KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV730.TYPE NUMBER 0017CRANKSHAFTFUEL SYSTEMKEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO.NO.1.24-

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONai00WARNING; To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS7

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATIONYour new tractor has been assembled at ttie factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside f