Craftsman 917.275023 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualJCRRFTSMRN°IGARDEN TRACTOR23.0 HP, 48" MowerElectric StartAutomaticTransmissionModel No.917.275023This product has a low emiss

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

Theoperationof anytractorcan resultinforeignobjectsthrownintothe eyes,whichcanresultin severeeye damage. Always wearsafety glasses or eye shields whil

The cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea-sured from the ground to the blade tipwith the engine not run

TO TRANSPORTWhen pushing or towing your tractor, besure to disengage transmission byplacing freewheel control in freewheelingposition. Freewheel contr

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm andcoldstartingproceduresbelow.6. Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to start position and releasekey

5. Move motion control lever to neutral(N) position. Shutoff engine and setparking brake.6. Engage transmission by placingfreewheel control in engaged

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _. _ _ _ _AS YOU COMPLETERE u .SE.V,CE / y 'y . SERV,CE DATESCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire Pressurei Check Operator Pres

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high s

Adding or checking level of electrolyte isnot necessary.TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALSCorrosion and dirt on the battery andterminals can cause the bat

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

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

_WARNING: TO AVOID SERCIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place attachment

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

Check adjustment on right side of tractor.Position any blade so the tip is pointingstraight forward. Measure distance "B" atfront and rear t

R.H. MandrelCoverElectricClutchPulleyIdlerPulleysSprinArma.H.Mandrela.R.Suspension PrimaryArm Idler ArmTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC-ONDARY) DRIVE BELTP

L.H. SecondaryMandrel Idler Arm IdlerPulleySecondaryArmCenterMandrelMower Blade(Secondary)Drive BeltB.R.MandrelTO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCHThe electdc

3. Remove belt from all idler pulleys,transaxle pulley and then from enginepulley.RetainerSpringTensionHandleEngine Pulley Transaxle Pulley_._ Belt Ke

FRONT WHEEL CAMBERThe front wheel camber is not adjustableon your tractor. If damage has occurred toaffect the front wheel camber, contactcontact a Se

Terminal KepsAccess ...,,.Hex Bolt: PositiveTerminal _ (Red)Guard Cablegative (Black)CableTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holder

4. Reassemble air cleaner.Closed for FullTO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has been present at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. Howe

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.CAUTION: Never store the tra

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions coul

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start 1. Out of fuel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMLoss of powerExcessivevibrationEngine continuest

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

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023SCHEMATICIGNITION SWITCHWIRING INSULATED CLIPSNOTE: IF WIRING INSULATEDCLIPS WERE REMOVED FORSERVICING OF UNIT, THEYS

TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.275023ELECTRICAL26I:34

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275023ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONI 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 1452

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES162---...17_161312821 1747I 1719 992122.1571301715 152160 8__1569636

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275023CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTIONI 180372 Rail,Frame RH 50 1754762 175282

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275023GROUNDDRIVE33127 120142_.143122\64 37 38 5__.148//1111201252438

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO,1 ... Transaxle HydroGear 98 141004331.3000 (See Breakdown)

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overtu

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023\ /'\ /is _ \\ (13134O

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X4282 1785573 6855M4 161849S 16"LB48S 6266H7 121748X8 120000299 12123

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023ENGINE2521_ 2018 15 173726 _371684/398069i29I SPARK ARRESTER KIT IKEY PARTNO. NO.1 ...2 1497238 121361X9 17774810

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275023SEATASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1805982 1801663 1406755 145O066 STD5414377 124181X8 17167710 18018612 121246X13 121248X14

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023DECALS18176 315 1517lO221214 IKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1640942 1495163 1717024 1717035 1408376 1336447 1774168 1648849 163204

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.275023LIFT ASSEMBLY237OKEY PARTNO. NO,1 121006X2 1800453 1591894 120000225 192920166 711106247 1758309 17583110 2876H11 1753

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023MOWERDECK4645I13046116109261846

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1803593 1789155 4939M6 1780248 17802411 18005413 17514714 17435815 14716 17449317 72110610

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023TRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER331-300012

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 331-3000KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 161122 Main HousingAssembly

• Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I\4CRANKCASE J3/q_173\ "_PvIJ&quo

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544HEADNALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIP_ON NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544IGNITION/ELECTRICAL1-- 0--4'\IBLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I16| .

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544IGNITION/CHARGINGBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544STARTING SYSTEM3_"GINECONT_LSI !"f"P- -_;.>\'

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544STARTING SYSTEMOIL PAN/LUBRICATIONKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIP

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV674,TYPENUMBER75544:RANKSHAFT JEXHAUST[FUEL SYSTEM J/t,, 2"' /lS56

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.275023KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEMKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION1. Fold this page along doffed line Indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that its left edg

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 5.0 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 10W30API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacit

For repair of major brand appliances in your own home..,no matter who made it,no matter who soldFor repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equ

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette beforeyou begin.When right or left hand is mentioned inthis manual, it m

6. Start the engine. After engine hasstarted, move throttle control to idleposition.7. Release parking brake.8. Slowly move the motion control leverfo

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BA'I-I'ERY CAUTIONOR