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Craftsman 917.276211 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.276211 Owner's Manual

Garden tractor 22.0 hp, 54" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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GARDEN TRACTOR
22.0 HP, 54" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.276211
This product has a low emission engine which operates
[_
differently from previously
built engines. Before
start the
you
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT;
Read and followall Safety
Rules and Instructionsbefore
operatingthis equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am ,-5 pm, Mon - Sat
SEARS,
ROEBUCK
AND CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U_&Ao
Visit our Craftsman website:www, sear&com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and followall Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructionsbefore Sears Craftsman Help Line operatingthis equipment. 5 am ,-5 pm, Mon - Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U_&Ao Visit our Craftsman website:www, sear&com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail- able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Never direct discharged material _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- toward anyone, Avoid discharging cidental starting when setting up, trans-...

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    II. SLOPE OPERATION ° Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result in severe injury or death.

  • Page 5: General Service

    ° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truckor trailerand refuelit on the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground,If this is not possible,then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuelsuchequipmentwith a portable storing.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: ,040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Ground Speed designed and manufactured for years of (MPH): 1 o7 dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time.That's...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Steering Steering Wheer Wheel Sleeve Insert Adapter Gauge Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Washer t7/32 x t-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower /(4) Washers (4) Locknut 3/8-16 8 x3/4x 14 Ga, (2)Flanged Pins (2) Retainer Springs (double loop) 4) Wheels _ (4) Clevis Pins...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    "{our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 9: Install Seat

    INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Adjust seat before tightening adjustment instruction below to remove the tractor knob. from the skid. 1. Remove adjustment knob and ftat washer securing seat to cardboard TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO 2, Remove plastic tie strap from mower MOWER DECK belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves, The gauge wheels are designed to keep 3. Slide mower under tractor until it is the mower deck in proper position when centered under tractor°...

  • Page 11: Check Tire Pressure

    Belt Tension Rod Bracket Position ElectricClutch Pulley Front Plate Assembly DoubTe Loop Retainer Springs Gauge Wheel Front Mower Bracket Flanged Pin - Position Notch Vertically Rear Mower Pins Deflector Shield CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/All assembly instructions have been The tires on your tractor were overinflated completed.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in fiterature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENQINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...

  • Page 13: Height Adjustment

    KNOW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch "ON"...
  • Page 14 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 eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adiustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide v_sion safety...
  • Page 15 TO OPERATE MOWER 1, Lower mower and adjust mower to de- sired cutting height(See "1"OADJUST Your tractor is equipped with an operator MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this presence sensing switch_ Any attempt section of manual). by the operator to leave the seat with the 2.

  • Page 16: Operation

    USING THE REVERSE OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- SYSTEM MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold, mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use With engine running, turn ignition...

  • Page 17: To Start Engine

    TO START ENGINE NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it wil! the carburetor fuel mixture may need to take extra cranking time to move fuel from be adjusted for best engine performance.

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    MA,.TE.A.OE SO.EOU'E FtLL IN DATES >..-_,_,_ ._._ _.._.._.._S AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ._/'_._'/_'/£>'_,,_ SERVtCE DATES Check Brake Operalton Check Tire Pressure Cheek Operator Presence ROS Systems Check far Loose Fasteners 'if.'"."... Sharpen/Replace Mower'Bl'ades v" Cm Lubrlcalten Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt by the operator to shift into stop at highest speed in highest gear on a reverse should shut off the engine.
  • Page 20 • Tocheckbladebalance,you will needa Remove left rear wheel by removing 5/8" diametersteel bolt,pin, or a cone hub bolts. balancer. (Whenusinga conebelancer, Remove filler plug from transaxie. followthe instructionssuppliedwith level must be even with plug threads. balancer,) If necessary, fill with SAE 30 motor oil, NOTE"...

  • Page 21: Engine Oil Filter

    4, Saturate it in engine oil, Wrap it in Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to not to allow dirt to enter the engine remove excess oil. when changing oil. Install the drain tube onto the valve. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cteaner.

  • Page 22: Spark Plugs

    CLEANING MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- of all foreign matter_ ate a fire hazard and!or damage. , Keep finished surfaces and wheels free SPARK PLUG(S) of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking braker Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4, Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 24: Mower Drive Belt Removal

    SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT ° To lower front of blade, loosen nut "C" on both front links an equal number of ° Raise mower to its highest position. turns. , Measure height from bottom edge of NOTE: Each full turn of nut "C" will mower to ground level at front corners change distance "B"...
  • Page 25 4, Removescrewsfrom R.H.and L.H. 2. Install belt onto electric clutch pulley. mandrel covers and remove covers, IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper rout- 5o Remove any dirt or grass clippings ing in all mower pulley grooves, 3. Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck sur- covers.
  • Page 26 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Remove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulley only (See "TO REPLACE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable MOWER DRIVE BELT" in this section brake system which is mounted on the of this manual). right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER FRONT WH EEL - BLACK cable first from chassis 1. Block up axle securely. then from the fully charged battery. 2, Remove axle cover, retaining ring and RED cable last from both batteries. washers to allow wheel removal.
  • Page 28 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. With engine not running, move throttle 1. Raise hood. control lever to fast position. 2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the not, loosen cable clamp screw and pul! backside of the grill, cable back until swivel is against stop.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepareyour tractorforstor- which leads to separation and formation of ageat the endof the seasonor if the trac- acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age the fuel system of an engine while in _]hrWAWill not beused for 30 days or more. RNING.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1_ FilI fue! tank, See "TO START ENGINE" 2o Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes 3o Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Raise cutting height/reduce Loss of power fast° speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 2. Adjust throttle control. 3. Clean underside of mower 3.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section tn manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE 3ORRECTION Remove obstruction. Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt, & Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 SCHEMATIC YOUR TRACTOR tS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE IGNITION SWITCH BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LfGHTS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS PoBmoN CIRCUIT...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 ELECTRICAL €...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 114-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Socket LightW/4152J 4!52J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 17490508 ScrewThdroL 5/16-18 x 1/2 180375 Rail, Frame RH 175282 Drawbar, Gt 188578 Guide, Be_t 73680700 Nut, Cmwnlock Hex 7/16-14 unc 188164 Up Step 193636X428 Dash...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 GROUND DRIVE dr_ve9_vgt...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 GROUND DRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 74321016 Screw, Fin, #10-24 x 1 17490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 178575 Actuator, interlock Switch STD641437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8o16 73931000 Nut, Centarlock #10-24 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 8883R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 186093X428 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 183226 Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm., LH 161848 Spfndle Asm., RH 6266H Searing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, KItp #T5304-75 184946X505...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 ENGINE 27 37 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT l engtne-tnl_k-ELS 1o-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 unc ..Engtne Brlggs Model rio,. 40H777-0241-E1 17490664 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc 149723 Muffler 126197X...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276211 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_t-vgt KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 188714 Seat 72050412 Belt, Carriage t/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Asm Fender 123740X Spring, Cprsn 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5/16+t8 x .62 123976X...

  • Page 44: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 DECALS 19 t7 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182168 188298 Decal, V-Belt Schematic Decal, Dash Panel, Lower 186242 Decal, Hood, RH 193596 Decal, Repl Parts 186243 Decal, Hood, LH 149516 Decal, Battery Dnge/Pol 186725 Decal, Hood Side Panel 164065 Decal, Insert Strg 133644...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 85 _ "86 PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 138057 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 unc 180045 Shaft Asm°, Lift Vgt 155097 Pointer, Height indicator 159189 Lever Asm°, Lift Rh 123935X Plug, Hole 12000022...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 MOWER DECK mower_deck_54_2...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 MOWER DECK KEY PART DESCRIPTION 194846 Deck Weldment Mower STD624008 Retainer Spring 187297 Cover Mandrel LH 188187 Cover Mandrel RH 174365 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade 187254 Blade, Standard 187291 Shaft Asrn. w/Lower Bearing 187261 Housing, MandreI !10485X Bearing, Bal!, Mandrel 72140505...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276211 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276211 TRANSAXLE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Needle Bearing 4! 97R Axle Shaft 8119M Thrust Bearing Race 12000034 Retaining Ring 4220R Final Drive Gear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion, Low 4199R 4th Reduction Gear 42t6R Differential Gear 4213R 4215R Differential Pinion...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 o2om IoV_J 11_ 2161 718 O- '_L_ _ 188 _ 265 [_ A1jtOH777-0241 -El...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 ,o:> 81 4°_°1_'_J 38,,__ 1029 11oo • ,_LT_ 799 =_' A2_40H777-O241-EI...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,276211 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 173 I 334_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022 526 t' 75 (_ 1119_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20 _ 51A_ 943 _) 691 _ 524 _;_ 1022...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.276211 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499811 Carburetor 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal 499804 Valve-Throttle (Magneto Side) 690993 Kit-Throftle Shaft 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499805 Float*Carburetor 690069 Sump-En_ine 499806 Tube-Fuel Transfer...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,276211 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 40H777-0241-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697820 Cover-Air Guide Screw (Back Piate) 865A 691014 690999 Plate-Carburetor 865B 691015 Cover.-AtrGuide 695667 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 690968 o+ Seal-Valve 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 393456 Wire/Connector- Alternator 447A 690960...
  • Page 55 < •9.o E o _" >'_' o -e 0_'_ _omo o 2,_'o...
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