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Owner's Manual
CRnFTSMnN o
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOm
Model No.
917.273060
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
For answers to your questions
CAUTION:
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all
1-800-659-5917
Safety Rules and Instructions
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon- Sat
before operating this equip-
ment.
Seam, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Maintenance ......................................... 19 Service and Adjustments ...................... 23 Storage ................................................. 31 .... ....... .8 Troubleshooting .................................... 32 .......... 12 Repair Parts ......................................... 36 .......... 19 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- to the instructionsin the owner's manual, a
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• Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Turn off blades when not mowing. puttingyour foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes. light. CHILDREN • Do not operate the machine while under Tragic accidents can occur if the operator the influence of alcohol or drugs. is not alert to the presence of children. • Watch for trafficwhen operating near or Children are often attr
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• Never make adjustments or repairswith • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, ahd • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicingthem. to wear, damage, and deterioration, • Check brake operation frequently. which could expose moving pads or Adjust and service as required. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently • Be sure the area is clear of other people check components and replace with before mowing. Stop machine if a
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT !GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS iCAPAC TY UNLEADED A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail- !/_ND TYPE: REGULAR able on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. DIL TYPE SAE 10W-30 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIUTIES _,PI-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- (below 32°F) ing, caring for and using your tractor. DIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.2 PINTS • Follow the instructions under "Main
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PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Knob © (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge i - (E_oubl_Loop) R_tair_erSprings 1_3) I (4) Retainer Springs (Single Loop) 6
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Paris packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size 7-- (_ (2) Washers 3/8, x 7/8 x 14 Ga. (2) Shoulder b V, Bolts @ Seat (2) Centerlock (2) Gauge Video (2) Keys Nuts Wheels Cassette Steering Steering Steering Wheel Sleeve Wheel Insert i I i o i Steering Sleeve i =L Extension Manual Parts Bag Slope Sheet _ (2) FrontLinkAseemb_lee 7
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Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionof thosepartsleft unassembled for shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeandproperoperationofyourtractor all partsandhardwareyouassemblemustbetightenedsecurely.Usethecorrecttools as necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthevideocassettebeforeyou begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/ (1) 1/2" wrench drive ratchet (1)Pliers
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR The tires on your tractorwere ovednflated CHECK BATTERY at the factory for shippingpurposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance, month and year indicated on label (label • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in located between terminals) charge bat- "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 of this manual. amps. (See "BA
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CHECK FOR PROPER PosmoN OF • Raise deck to highest position. • Assemble gauge wheels as shown ALL BELTS using long shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers, See the figures that are shown for replac- and 3/8-16 center Iocknuts. Tighten se- ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade curely. drive belts in the Service and Adjustments • Adjust gauge wheels before operating section of this manual. Vedfy that the mower as shown in the Operation sec- belts are routed correctly. tion of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVEL
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Ii CHECKLIST Please review the following checklist: / All assembly instructionshave been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight- ened securely. ,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overinflat- ed at the factory). ,/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. ('13resmust be properly inflated
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Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththe product. Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE ® FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED r 'l R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED AI-rACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULESSECTION) IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (AutomaticMode
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KNOW YOUR 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. LightSwitch Position Ignition Switch Attachment ClutchSwitch Throttle Control LiftLever Plunger Clutch/Brake Pedal Uft Lever Choke Control - Parking Brake Control Lever Height Adjustment Knob Free Wheel Our tractors conform to the safety standards
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the J eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- I dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Turn ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key. Always remove key when TO SET PARKING BRAKE leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized Your tractor is e
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• The average lawn should be cut to _.CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches during mowers so equipped, or the discharge hot months. For healthier and better guard in place. looking lawns, mow often and after Attachment Lift Lever Attachment Clutch moderate growth. High Position • For best cutting performance, grass Switch Pull Out To Low over 6 inches in height should be "Engage" .#"Pos
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IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- NOTE: To protect hood from damage tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and winter grade gasoline to help insure good secured to tractor. Use an appropriate ,_dAweather starting. means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, RNING: Experience indicates that etc.). alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and
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WARMWEATHER STARTING (50 ° F PURGE TRANSMISSION AND ABOVE) _,CAUTION: Never engage or disen- • When engine starts, slowly push choke gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. control in until the engine begins to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- smoothly. If the engine starts to run mance, it is recommended that the trans- roughly, pull the choke control out slight- mission be purged before operating tractor ly for a few seconds and then continue for the first time. This proced
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MOWING TIPS • "13rechains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guide. The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the run- ner (See fig. X) • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES _t,O_/_,_,_O"j_. You Check Operator Presence and T Veer_ck Systems I/ R Check for Loose Fasteners (l_ V_7 i Jl_ A S_arPe_Rep'_e M°wor_ades _" T LubricatTon charZ 0 Check eatte,y Leve_ !_, R _esn B=te,y_ Termi_ds _ V' Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s Check EnC.e o, L_v_ _ V' change E,_ OH _ V' E CleanAirFilter _V': N CleanAirScreen ! G InspectMuffler/Spark Arrester t,/ N Clesn Engine Cooling Rep
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• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and TRACTOR flat washer in exact order as shown. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. forminganymaintenance. torque). BRAKEOPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet treated. stoppingdistanceat highspeedinhighest edge up gear,thenbrakemustbe adjusted.(See Center "3"0 ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Hole Adjustments section of this manual). Assembly TIRES • Maintain proper air pressu
