Craftsman 917.275683 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualCRRFTSMRN°LAWN TRACTOR24 HP, 42" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.275683i_ This product has a low emissio

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.R N H L I'.,IREVERSE NEUTR

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 into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glassesor ey

season and to over 3 inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better lookinglawns, mow often and after moderategrowth.For best cutting performance,

TO OPERATE ON HILLS,J_WARNING: Do not drive up or downhills with slopes greater than 15 ° and donot drive across any slope. Use the slopeguide at the

To avoid engine problems, the fuel systemshould be emptied before storage of 30days or longer. Drain the gas tank, startthe engine and let it run unti

PURGE TRANSMISSION_CAUTION: Never engage or disengagefreewheel lever while the engine is run-ning.To ensure proper operation and per-formance, it is r

.A,.TE.A.OESO.EOULEAS YOU COMPLETEREGULARSERV,OE SERVICEDATESCheck Operator Presence andT ROS Systems I_R Check for Loose Fasteners I_ I_sA Sharpen/Re

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

• The blade can be sharpened with a fileor on a grinding wheel. Do not attemptto sharpen while on the mower.• To check blade balance, you will need a5

Warranty...2SafetyRules...3ProductSpecifications...

TO CHANGE ENGINE OILDetermine temperature range expectedbefore oil change. All oil must meet APIservice classification SG-SL.• Be sure tractor is on l

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to re

& WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Pla

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SP

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT

BELT INSTALLATION -1. Carefully work new belt down aroundtransmission cooling fan and onto theinput pulley.2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.3

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEELALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, remove stee

Ke NutHex BoltTerminalAccessTerminalGuardPositive(Red) CableNegative(Black) CableTO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holder out of the

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

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachineiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeetandthrow-ingobjects.Failureto observethefollowingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinseriousin

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 centerPROBLEMLoss of power(continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine

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

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27568302843 193389_BATTERY...o,l,l,sSOLENOIDDISENGAGED)WHITEI I IICLUTCH/ BRAKE(PEDALUP)GRAYJ NSl

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27568341II4026 /123011I •IIIiiiI (50_IIIIi\\\16II522993_II\\\i!i/ii/i34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray Battery10 145211

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES31209.-_217206chassis-stealth.stir 216O/209742095458/54j158t 446037>209/20914278_209209209

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar9 193636X428 Dash10 72140608 Bolt

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683GROUND DRIVE325253216303636 352021504815151537726161629-_. \@ 8475, 73 1676i55drive-hydro, stlt 5938

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 - - - Transaxle, HydroGear, Model 61 17120614

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 917.275683STEERING ASSEMBLYJJ39... __ ¢ ¢466 ...is.1 ... ---_65681346.6283067 67steering stealth prem 1340

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 Wheel Steering2 184706 Axle Asm3 169840 Spindle Asm LH4 16

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27568321143813173237,1, 332329OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester17"81engine-bs intek-twin 41KEYNO.1234568lO13141

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683SEAT ASSEMBLY18seat Itknob 14II 952221KEYNO.123456789101112PARTNO.180598180166STD52371019131610145006STD54143712418

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27568311 716 9 3 13 21 4 11 1021KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1874072 1380473 1940234 1940245 1940277 1936548 1791289 19588010 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683LIFT ASSEMBLY191332191332542O1718 201615lift-rh,l piece 3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 179504 Plung

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683MOWER DECK144 ,H-4s40J_59 148551171"11356\234149140-, 138212 J 23 24<, 629271842 D,elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt 3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 182032 Mower Housing 56 1657232 STD533107 Bolt

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthetruckor trailerandrefuelit on theground.Ifthisis notpossible,thenrefuelsuchequipmentwith aportablecontainer,rathert

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677TYPE NUMBER 0413-E150

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677 TYPE NUMBER 0413-E135_368831029 10221100 _798 _8_648 I883_35_36_1029_1022_914_387

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677 TYPE NUMBER 0413-E111329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I74ItlO7O1005'_;__332_75_?_789A1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677 TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 6997

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.275683BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445677 TYPE NUMBER 0413-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION523 69

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION07O7ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX._ ARNING: To avoid serious injury,

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallonsand Type: Unleaded RegularOil Type SAE 30(above 32°F)(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacity

(1) Oil Drain TubeFor Future UseKeys Slope Sheeti(2) KeysYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory. When right or left hand is men-tioned in

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (SeeOperation section for location andfunction of controls)1. Press lift lever plunger and raiseattachment lift lever to its

#'CHECKLISTBefore you operate your new tractor, wewish to assure that you receive the bestperformance and satisfaction from thisQuality Product.P