Craftsman 917.273404 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMIIH°ILAWN TRACTOR18.0 HP, 42" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.273404[_ his product has a low emi

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frontof mower d

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

KN OW YOU R TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiariz

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the Ieyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses Io

• For best cuttingperformance,grassover6 inches in heightshouldbe mowedtwice. Makethe first cut relativelyhigh;the secondto desiredheight.TO OPERATEMO

• For cold weather operation you shouldchange oil for easier starting ((See theoil viscosity chart in the Maintenancesection of this manual).• To chan

PURGE TRANSMISSIONTo ensure proper operation and per-formance, it is recommended that thetransmission be purged before operatingtractor for the first

MULCHING MOWING TIPSIMPORTANT: For best performance, keepmower housing free of built-up grass andtrash. Clean after each use.• The special mulching bl

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

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

• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is m

3. Unlock drain valve by pushing inwardslightly and turning counterclockwise.4. To open, pull out on the drain valve.5. After oil has drained complete

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 ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place motio

7. Push clutch cable housing guide intobracket, slide collar onto guide andsecure with large retainer spring.8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on

BELT INSTALLATION -1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleysand idler pulleys2. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.3. In

Engine Pulley ----- TF]_Clutching Idler/ _ IInput Pulley _TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe motion control lever has been presetat

If "jumper cables" are used for emergencystarting, follow this procedure:IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equippedwith a 12 volt system. The other

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems, whichare being done at the customers expense,may be performed by

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._CAUTION: 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 centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEngi

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center=ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power 6. Faulty spark p

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CORRECTIONPoor grassdischarge(continued)Headlig

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273404"1REDoIIl& °LACKBATTERY____( )G AliIGNITIONSWITCHBLACKBLACK(OPTIONAL)JELlLINE iiiJFUEL SHUT-OFF SO

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404/ \I II i42i i, 4122J II iI26\152 ¸29289O/J!/\/\/!///!34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/48 176689 Box Battery Fe

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES/2839278208312O7@/5209 208206209.20920920960742096O_209 37/209143_ 38_14208chassis-Laser-It.s

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1746192 1765545 1552729 187846X01310 STD53371011 17499613 172105X01014 17490

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404GROUND DRIVE' /30 5236 3528 _ I 53252 2519678 7674 75drive.hydro,stlt 7238

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle Peerless LTH2000 69 142432(See Brea

II. 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 917.273404STEERING ASSEMBLY_39i i_1 _ 42I 5488J298_ 4765283068 67 678713 \43840

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1867802 1847063 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X8 1200002910 17512111 S

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,2734047831333729\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester81381423134engine-bs=lcyl 17KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1705452 1772040834 13

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404SEAT ASSEMBLY17seat_It.knob_91012KEYNO.123456789101112PARTNO.1887161801667111061619131610145006STD541437124181X1700

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,27340413 6 3 7147\131020111216KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1568112 1909373 1847284 1847295 1791286 1336447 1847309 18489910 1564

LIFT ASSEMBLYTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,2734041319131213652018 2019 _p// 1531 \.32lift-rh=lpiece3KEYNO.23456781112PARTNO.159460159471105767X12000002

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404MOWER DECK15867185÷--,o°.L1051101102/__ 1421471031053456f19 2142 D man-t-path stlt 3\21611813_10_ ,9_i!i!292128 \&a

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 1398882 STD533107 B

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273404PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000115 87(_ _ _ 56 '6 31,o ..._o_7,, _,p:o_127 k_87/200' _®_ lo52

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772151 Cover L

• Remove gas-powered equipment fromthe truck or trailer and refuel it on theground. If this is not possible, thenrefuel such equipment with a portable

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1I 1330 REPAIR MANUAL I11329REPLACEMENTENGINeI3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1238 O10221022216f232305A2651_267 '_559@35

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E193 _:21091947_1266 0118@105A1127 ,_127A276A@94

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273404BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONL_ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX.&t. Fold this page atong dotted l

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)Oil Capacit

SteeringWheel InsertSteering jBoot(1) Locknut1/2-20Steering Wheel(1 ) Locknut1/4-28n I I nSteeringWheel Adapter(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt1/4-28

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

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulderbolts in slots and pull seat towards rearof tractor.5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-semble adjustment knob