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Summary of Contents for Craftsman CRAFTSMAN 917.27268

• Page 1 IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line..
• Page 2 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, 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 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. _WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark..
• Page 4 • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Page 5 • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
• Page 6 REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Congratulations chase. Your new Craftsman® designed and manufactured dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protec- tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation.
• Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 _(1) Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Wheel Adapter (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Knob For Future Use Keys Video Cassette (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension Shaft..
• Page 8 Your 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 4. Pushdown on seat to engageshoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivotseat and panforwardand as- semble adjustmentknob and flat washer loosely.Do not tighten. 6. Lowerseat into operatingposition and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat untila comfortableposition is reachedwhich allows you to press clutch/brakepedalall the way down.
• Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
• Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only)
• Page 12 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Pedal Freewheel Control Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards..
• Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety_ mask worn over spectacles.
• Page 14 TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment engaged will shut off the engine. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2.
• Page 15 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.
• Page 16 PURGE TRANSMISSION _i, CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and per- formance, it is recommended transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
• Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
• Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change..
• Page 19 TRACTOR Alwaysobserve safety ruleswhen per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requiresmore than six (6) feet stoppingdistance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake mustbe adjusted. (See'TO ADJUST BRAKE'in the Service and Adjustmentssectionof this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See 'PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS'..
• Page 20 • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to 'leak'..
• Page 21 AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
• Page 22 Fuel Filter CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2.
• Page 23 TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- tor shield to right side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.
• Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See 'TO REMOVE MOWER' in this section of manual).
• Page 25 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt towardfront of tractorand roll aroundthe top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationaryidler and clutchingidler. 5. Makesure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guidesand keepers. 6.
• Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
• Page 27 _°e_ddlightWire Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's outlet.
• Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - 4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun- terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. not adjust or damage may result.
• Page 29 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 the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
• Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not 'CHOKED' properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9.
• Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. (continued) 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7.
• Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will 3. Frozen idler pulley. not rotate (con't) 4. Frozen blade mandrel. Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3.
• Page 33 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC ÷ oEo IIIG AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL IGNITION SWITCH (OPTIONAL) FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.
• Page 34 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 I . I..
• Page 35 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery Fender 176138 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J..
• Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -It.stlt 27..
• Page 37 TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X558..
• Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 GROUND DRIVE 16 3_ • 53 .103..
• Page 39 TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transmission (See Breakdown) Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 165866 Rod, Shift STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 STD551125 Washer Lock 1/4 74490544 Bolt Hex PIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 UNC 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 130564 Knob..
• Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 STEERING ASSEMBLY - _39..
• Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER STEERING ASSEMBLY PART 139768 175131 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 175121 STD551137 73940800 136518 145212 180641 126847X 19131416 17060612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 139769 19183812 STD541537 100711L 145054X428 121749X 180640 121232X 183226 73540400 71130420 160367 72140618..
• Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 ENGINE '33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester..
• Page 43 TRACTOR ENGINE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 PART DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Throt/Ch 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 xl/2 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 31C707-0230-E1 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 IdTin Plated 148456..
• Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged..
• Page 45 Decal Hood, R.H+ 184729 Decal Hood, L.H+ 179128 Decal Deck 'B' 42' 133644 Decal Customer Maintenance 184730 Decal Hood Side LT1000 184899 Decal Fender, Craftsman 156439 Decal Fender Danger 138047 Decal Battery 146046 Decal V-Belt Drive Schematic 4,10 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680..
• Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 LIFT ASSEMBLY..
• Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 LIFT ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga.
• Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 MOWER DECK 106/_ 103 105 103_ 1011_ '104 106 102/'_' _130 42 D man4-Dath stir 3.
• Page 49 TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42' STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42' Deck STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296 Washer, Hardened..
• Page 50 16 73 •83 20W50 OIL/57 SEAL AND O-RING KIT/'.127 :Dr- -'rn..
• Page 51 TRACTOR HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510 PART DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 169898 Block- Assembly 170355 Sealant 170356 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 170357 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End 170358 Shaft, Input 170359..
• Page 52 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20 @ 8170 691 (_ 524_ 8420 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL [ 1036 EMISSION LABEL I - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 NUMBER 31C707,TYPE 3o7_ 868_ 943 o 741@ 1022 31 C707-0230-E NUMBER 0230-E1 8_6_1_..
• Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 617 {_ 1022 238 <3 1022 5240 1022 4°4_14R [_5o5_ 5_ _ 1_8_ 216_ 202///_ 222 d_>_, 2090W _65# 267 _ o51_'_1 7o9_ 31C707J0230-E..
• Page 54 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL 127G 276_D 95e_ 1266A - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 NUMBER 31C707,TYPE 634A_ 1091 947_ 121 CARBURE_R OVERHA_ET 104 _ 1270 105 [_ 137_, 106 _ 142 95 _' 117_ 977CARBUREK_RGASKETSET 137(_ 276@ NUMBER 0230-E1 987(_ 231'_ 276@ 617_'U..
• Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A 697 _ 803_ 310_ 503_ 1070 802 @ 8o_A 1005 1044_ 1051_ 513_ _o3,, 3,oi 544A 363#_ 783_ 10__ NOTE: For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309.
• Page 56 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL PART DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto bide) 697106 Sump-Engine 698147 Head-Cylinder 692410 .+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 697109 • Gasket-Breather 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 697113 Tube-Breather 697110 • Gasket-Crankcase 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 690946 Plug-Oil Drain..
• Page 57 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL PART DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 697122 Elbow-Intake 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 696459 Alternator 691532 Strap-Starter 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 693699 Drive-Starter 510A 497606 Drive-Starter 692024 Clutch-Drive 697086 Dipstick 691032..
• Page 59 SUGGESTED ¢.o GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION down the face of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes,..
• Page 60 For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional and items like garage door openers and water heaters. 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com..

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Summary of Contents for Craftsman 247.27022

• Page 1 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.S.A. Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman Printed in U.S.A.
• Page 2 Service & Adjustment .. LIMITED WARRANTY ON RIDING MOWER: For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below.
• Page 3 Congratulations onmaking a smart purchase.Your Craftsman_ product isdesigned andmanufactured ofdependable operation. Butlike allproducts, itmay require repair from time totime. T hat's w hen having a Repair Protection Agreement cansave youmoney a nd aggravation. Here's w hat's i ncluded intheAgreement: Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs..
• Page 4 10.Beaware o fthemower and attachment direction and donotpoint itatanyone. Donotoperate the mower without thedischarge cover orentire grass catcher initsproper place. 11.Donot p uthands o rfeetnear r otating parts orunder the cutting d eck. Contact with theblade(s) canamputate hands a nd feet. 12.Amissing o rdamaged discharge cover cancause b lade contact orthrown o bject injuries.
• Page 5 Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and be sedously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Use extreme carewhen approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine.
• Page 6 Unpacking Remove all screws and staples from the crate. Holding sides of the crate firmly, lift top of the crate up and set it aside. Avoid tire punctures. Remove and discard plastic bag covering the unit. Lift the rear of the mower past the bottom of the crate.
• Page 7 Wing Nut Side Discharge Chute ulchin Plug Figure 3 Insert the plug into the side-discharge aligning the two slots on two sides of the side- discharge chute with those on the mulching plug. To attach the mulching plug now to the unit, follow earlier instructions to attach side-discharge chute to the deck.
• Page 8 Know Your Riding Mower Compare the illustrations in Figure 4 with your riding mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. WARNING: The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the operator's eyes, causing severe eye damage.
• Page 9 lower cutting deckwhich determines thecutting height. BrakePedal:Usetostopthemower's f orward or reverse motion. For Your Safety • Know location and function of all controls. • Be sure blades and engine are stopped before placing hands or feet near blades. • Before leaving operator's position, disengage blade(s), place the shift lever in neutral, engage parking brake, shut engine off and remove key.
• Page 10 Depress the brake pedal. The parking brake will be automatically disengaged. Before Starting Filling Up Oil NOTE: The riding lawn mower is shipped with oil in the engine crankcase. Check oil level in the engine oil sump before starting the engine. (Oil sump capacity: 48 oz./1.4 liter) Place the mower on level ground and flip the hood assembly up to access the engine.
• Page 11 Type of Oil Refer to the chart below for proper grade of oil. Use a high quality detergent oil classified 'For service SF, SG,SH, SJ' or higher. Do not use special additives. Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API certification and API service symbol with 'SJ/CF Energy Conserving'..
• Page 12 on the blade pedal, push the blade lock down with your heel. It should click into the 'blade engaged' position. To disengage the blade lock, simply push down on the blade pedal and release the lock. Stopping the Riding Mower See page 9 for detailed instruction.
• Page 13 General Recommendations WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before any maintenance or adjustments. Always maintain safety and follow instructions given below closely for smooth completion of job. The warranty on this riding mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
• Page 14 Lubrication See Figure 9 for an illustration of the lube points described below. _ube semby) Viewed from the bottom Figure 9: Lubrication Chart • Blade Assembly: Lubricate blade assembly and deck spindle only while reassembling the blade either after sharpening or replacement. •..
• Page 15 Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 0.020' at least once a season or every 100 hours of operation. See Figure 10. Replace if necessary. Refer to parts list section for part number. NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing with a commercial solvent.
• Page 16 Adjustments Brake Pedal The brake pedal needs to contact the PTO (power take off) switch for the engine to start. During normal operation of the riding mower, the brake is subject to wear and tear. Periodically check the brake by carrying out the following test: Release the parking brake and place the riding mower in neutral.
• Page 17 Seat Position The seat position on the riding mower can be adjusted to maximize the operator's convenience. Stop the mower completely and engage the parking brake. Turn ignition off. Pivot the hood assembly up. Loosen the four self-tapping screws on the bottom of the seat.
• Page 18 Test 2: Checking Front to Rear Leveling Place the deck in the highest position. Wearing a pair of heavy work gloves to prevent injury, rotate the cutting blade so that it is pointed front to back and parallel to the rider. Depress and lock the deck engagement pedal.
• Page 19 Adjusting the Carburetor Differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load may require minor carburetor adjustments. The carburetor on this engine is equipped with an idle mixture valve with a limiter which allows some adjustment, and an idle speed adjustment screw. Remember that the air cleaner must be assembled to the carburetor before re- starting the engine.
• Page 20 3. Using a 1/2'socket w rench, r emove twoself- tapping screws, lockwasher a ndhexnutthathold thedeckbeltcovertothedeck.SeeFigure 17. For this,youwillhavetoworkfromthetopleftsideof theridingmower. R emove t hebeltcover. 4. Using a 9/16' wrench, loosen thehexnutonthe idlerpulley. S eeFigure 17. 5. Remove b eltfromaround deckpulley, i dlerpulley, andtheengine pulley.
• Page 21 • When re-installing b attery, always connect the POSITIVE ( red)wiretoitsterminal first,followed by theNEGATIVE ( black) w ire. IMPORTANT: Becertain thatwiresareconnected t othe correct t erminals; reversing t hem couldchange polarity andcause damage totheengine's alternating s ystem. To jump-start the battery NOTE: This riding moweris equipped with a remote battery charging terminal on the solenoid on the right side of the frame under the hood.
• Page 22 Pull the boot up and remove screw from positive terminal with a wrench. Attach the red battery cable to this positive terminal and tighten securely. See Figure 20. Remove screw from negative terminal with a wrench. WARNING: Be careful not to contact any adjacent metal part or short across posts.
• Page 23 If the machine is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows. Battery Charge battery fully. The battery loses some of its charge each day when the unit is not used. NEVER store battery without a full charge. Recharge battery before returning to service or every two months, whichever occurs first.
• Page 24 Faulty spark plug Dirty air cleaner Engine smokes Engine oil has been overfilled Dipstick not seated or broken NOTE: If you need further assistance, call the Craftsman Help line at 1-800-659-5917. Possible Cause Remedy Readjust belt. Replace if needed. Replace. Order with correct part number from Parts List in this manual.
• Page 25 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022..
• Page 26 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Part No. Description 17962 Switch Plate 650-0007 Steering Tube Assembly 683-0033A Steering Support Bracket 683-0178A Front Axle Assembly: RH 683-0179A Front Axle Assembly: LH 710-0224 HexScrewAB 710-0459A Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5' Gr.5 Sp.
• Page 27 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 28..
• Page 28 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Part No. Key No. Description 683-0155A Brake Pedal Assembly 683-0161 Shift Cam Assembly 683-0275A Deck Pedal Assembly 683-0310A Variable Pedal Assembly 710-1017 Ab Screw 1/4-14 X .625 711-0701 Clevis Pin 711-1156..
• Page 29 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Part No. Description 683-0152 Pivot Link Assembly 683-0194A Lift Arm Assembly 710-0376 Hex Screw 5/16-18 X 1.00 Gr.5 710-3230 Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.75 Gr.5 Spec. 711-0332 Lift Bracket Pin..
• Page 30 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code. wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacemenl part. part..
• Page 31 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a..
• Page 32 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. 618-0232 618-0248 618-0072B 611-0114 661-0006 710-1206 710-1325 717-0678 719-0313B 732-0863 737-0148 741-0862 761-0202 777-6318 618-0251C Part No. Description Differential Assembly: Single Speed Drive Shaft assembly: LH Brake Upper Housing Assembly..
• Page 33 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Part No. Description 683-0142 Pivot Bar Assembly 683-0160 Bracket Assembly: Hood Pivot 683-0163A Steering Support Bracket 683-0264A Channel Assembly: Front Frame 710-0599 TT screw 1/4-20 x 0.5' 710-1017 AB Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625'..
• Page 34 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 I' 1'..
• Page 35 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Pad No. Description 683-0190B Rail Support: Frame Assembly RH 683-0191B Rail Support: Frame Assembly LH 683-04018 Frame Assembly 710-0157 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x 0.75' 710-0599 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5'..
• Page 36 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Part No. Key No. Description 710-0599 TT Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5 710-1315 TT Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 710-1017 Torx AB Screw 1/4-14 x 0.625 720-0238 Rod End Grip 731-0511 Trim Strip..
• Page 37 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code. wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a..
• Page 38 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Part No. 631-0084 Grass Bag Assembly 710-0286 Pan Hd. Machine Screw 1/4-20 x 0.5 710-0564 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 2.75 710-0825 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x 3.75 712-0298 Jam Nut..
• Page 39 Parts List for Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Part No. 629-04055 Harness Assembly w/o relays 710-0134 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x 0.62' 710-3021 D Screw 5/16-18 x 0.625' 712-0271 Sems Nut 1/4-20 725-0267 Ignition Switch: 5 Pin 725-04040 Seat Switch .r,_2..
• Page 40 Briggs & Stratton Engine 212907-0272 358 ENGINE GASKET 8°@ 524 _ for Craftsman Riding Mower Model 247.27022 OlZC 1022 '_'_ 4 1266 8420..
• Page 41 Briggs & Stratton Engine 212907-0272 for Craftsman Riding Mower Model 247.27022 1095 _'LVE GASKET SET 1022 238 (3 1022 6170 842 f_i _ 1029 5240 654_ ]022 1119_ 1023 4%4,_ °_1 _>_1 21o/2o2 i 222_Yj_'..
• Page 42 Briggs & Stratton Engine 212907-0272 LMT/,I_IR NUMBER LOC_ONS105 536_ 309J 801_ 802_ for Craftsman Riding Mower Model 247.27022 634A_ 127 0 [_106 !86_ 143_ _87J 276@ 424 CAR_E_rCERPTAUL 404 , 127_ 95 _ 117_ 697 _ 729A [_ 305_ 305A..
• Page 43 Kit: Idle Mixture 691636 Screw: Throttle Valve 495800 Kit: Idle Speed 690525 Pin: Float Hinge 231855 Valve: Float Needle 690577 Seat: Inlet for Craftsman Riding Mower Model 247.27022 Description Key No. 690464 (Magneto side) 108A 691227 697490 697492 697535 697432 694524..
• Page 44 697392 Pin: Counterweight 693713 Pinion Gear 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 691283 Cap: Drive 691286 End Cap 693757 Starter Housing Labels: for Craftsman Riding Mower Model 247.27022 Key No. Description 691095 691031 697611 692424 690968 690960 691657 495933 691326 1005 697360..
• Page 45 I '91 L _. _. >, ''--I 'o 'o o.__ x:_o 0_ _Jl _do-c > Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding '5 mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
• Page 47 Para su conveniencia, el servicio de garantfa EN CASA estarA disponible despu6s de los primeros 30 dfas de la compra, pero se cobrarA una cuota por la visita. Este cargo se dispensarY, si el producto Craftsman se Ileva hasta un centro de servicio autorizado per Sears.
• Page 48 Felicitaciones por esta inteligente compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman® esta diseSado y fabricado para aSos de funcionamiento confiable. Pero al igual que todos los productos, puede requerir reparaciones de vez en cuando. Y, es en esos momentos que un Acuerdo de Garantfas sobre Reparaciones puede haoerle ahorrar dinero y malos momentos.
• Page 49 reglas de seguddad contenidas en este manual y deben ser entrenados y supervisados por sus padres. Nunca permita que los adultos operen esta mAuina sin recibir antes instrucci6n apropiada. Para ayudar a evitar el contacto con las cuchillas o una lesi6n por algun objeto que sea arrojado, mantenga alas personas que Io observan, a los ayudantes, nifios y mascotas alejados al menos 25 metros de la m_,quina..
• Page 50 pendientes aunque los frenos funcionen apropiadamente. Siempre mantenga la maquina con una velocidad seleccionada en la palanca mientras desciende las pendientes para poder frenar con motor. Siga la recomendaci6n del fabricante para los pesos o contrapesos de las Ilantas para mejorar la estabilidad de la mAquina.
• Page 51 de otros escombros. Limpie los derrames de aceite o combustible y saque todos los escombros embebidos con combustible. Nunca almacene la maquina o el recipiente de combustible en un espacio cerrado donde haya fuego, chispas o luz piloto como per ejemplo, calentadores de agua, homos, secadores de ropa, otros aparatos a gas, etc.
• Page 52 Desempaque Retire todos los tornillos y grapas de embalaje. Sostenga los lados de la caja firmemente, levante la parte superior y retfrela. Evite pinchar las Ilantas. Retire y descarte la bolsa de plastico que cubre la unidad. Levante la parte posterior de la podadora y deje libre et fondo de la caja.
• Page 53 Tuerca de marieosa jTolva de descarga lateral Tuerca___ _ f..L_-_ Bul6n I_xaxagonal '°'oonaa°rra_ Adaptado Figura 3 • Coloque las tuercas sobre los pernos hexagonales. • Inserte el adaptador en la tolva de descarga lateral alineando gasdos ranuras en los dos lados de la tolva con los del adaptador.
• Page 54 Conozca las propiedades Compare las ilustraciones en Figura 4 con su unidad para familiarizarse con la ubicaciSn de los distintos controles y ajustes. ADVERTENCIA: AI operar la podadora puede ser que objetos extraSos sean arrojados a los ojos 1o cual puede da_arlos gravemente. Utilice siempre los anteojos de seguridad provistos antes de operar el equipo o mientras 1oajusta o 1o repara.
• Page 55 • Conozca la ubicaci6n y funci6n de todos los controles. • Asegt_rese que las cuchillas y et motor se detengan antes de colocar las manos o los pies cerca de las cuchillas. • Antes de salir de la posici6n det operador, desenganche tas cuchitlas, coloque la palanca en neutral, coloque et freno de mano, apague el motor y saque la ltave de encendido.
• Page 56 fluyefacilmente e mpujando l abolahacia arriba. S iel colector d ecesped est&Ileno, e tairenofluyedejando caerlabola.Asfquecuando vequelabolaenel indicador denivel d eItenado d elcolector d ec_sped se cae,debedetener l apodadora y vaciar l abolsa. Modelo de motor Modelo de un s61o cilindro, enfriado pot aire. Este es un motor de baja emisi6n.
• Page 57 4. Coloque l avarillaensuposici6n y apriete para asegurarla. VeaFigura 6C. Tipo de aceite Grado de viscosidad SAE _.5 N-30, 1 )W-30 oF .20 o 20 ° 40 ° 60 ° _ango de temperatura de arranque esperado antes del siguiente .'ambiode aceite PRECAUCION: Los motores enfriados por aire se _'alientan con mayor facilidad que los motores de..
• Page 58 Presione el pedal de enganche de las cuchillas hasta que comiencen a girar. Las cuchitlas pueden activarse con la podadora en movimiento o detenida. ADVERTENCIA: Cuando se enganchen tas cuchillas, mantenga los pies y manos lejos de la abertura de descarga, las cuchiltas y cualquier parte de la cubierta.
• Page 59 Abonadora • Su podadora montable esta equipada con un adaptador para usar el recorte como abono y reciclarlo en el mismo c_sped en vez de recolectarlo en una bolsa. • Para mejores resultados, pode cuando el paste esta seco. Si corta et cesped hQmedo podrfa daSar Recomendaciones en general ADVERTENCIA:..
• Page 60 3. Instale lacuchitla c onetladomarcado ' Bottom' (inferior) o conetnQmero d epartehacia etpiso cuando lapodadora e staenposici6n deoperaci6n. 4. Ajuste latuerca conreborde. VealaFigura 8. IMPORTANTE:Apriete de montaje de la cuchitla 70/90 pies-lbs, mAximo. NOTA: Para garantizar una operacion los pernos y tuercas deben revisarse peri6dicamente para corregir el apriete.
• Page 61 Drenado de aceite _'-- Vblvula Valvula Cubierta ___.f Drenado de aceite Manguera Figura 10 Desconecte con cuidado la manguera de la va.lvula de drenado de aceite para evitar que et aceite se derrame sobre el equipo y vuelva a colocar la tapa amarilla.
• Page 62 Abra el cofre y retire la bolsa recolectora y la tolva de descarga y/o el adaptador para abono de la podadora. Desconecte el cable de la bujfa. Localice el cable de frenos del lado derecho bajo el alojamiento detantero. Vea Figura 12. Use un par de Ilaves de 1/2'..
• Page 63 Cubierta Enganche Cable Enaanche de cuchilla Pedal Figura 13 El ajuste en el pedal de freno de la cuchilla se hace en el extremo det cable. Ver Figura 13. Si la banda se patina cuando presiona et pedal de enganche de la cuchilla aproximadamente afloje las dos tuercas hexagonales en et cable.
• Page 64 Afloje las tuercas hexagonales para ajustar No ajuste la tuerca hexa Altura palanca IMPORTANTE: No trate de aflojar/apretar la tuerca mas inferior. Apriete la tuerca det medio tanto como se pueda. Localice los enlaces inferiores en la parte posterior de la cubierta. Trabaje un solo lado a la vez, desconecte los resortes de ayuda.
• Page 65 Con el motor en marcha, coloque el control det estrangulador en la posici6n SLOW (lenta). Levante el cofre como se indica anteriormente. Quite la cubierta negra del marco de montaje. Vea la Figura 12. Acceda a la palanca del regulador det carburador y al tornilto de vetocidad al vacfo desde esta abertura.
• Page 66 6. Coloque l anueva banda alrededor delapolea dela cubierta y lapoleadetmotor asegura.ndose labanda entreenlacanal d ela banda. H aydos guardas d elabanda bajoetrecolector dec_sped, unoenlapolealocayotrobajolacubierta dela banda. V erFigura 17. 7. Reinstale l acubierta d elabanda ysuj_teta condos tornillos a utoroscantes, arandela y tuerca hexagonal.
• Page 67 IMPORTANTE:Asegt_rese de que los cables esten conectados en las terminales correctamente ya que si los cambia se podrfa invertir la polaridad y provocar un daSo al sistema alternador det motor. Arranque por desviacibn NOTA: Esta podadora montable viene equipada con terminal de carga de baterfa..
• Page 68 Retire la cubierta de la bateda para acceder a las terminales. Tire et capuchSn hacia arriba y retire et tomitlo de la terminal (positiva) con una ltave. Conecte et cable rojo de la baterfa a la terminal positiva y ajt3stelo bien. Vea la Figura 20. Saque et tomillo de la terminal (negativa) con una Ilave.
• Page 69 Sivaa dejar deutitizar l amAquina p orunperfodo mayor a 30dfas,prepare paraalmacenarla como sigue: Baterfa Cargue completamente la baterfa. La baterfa pierde algo de su carga cada dfa cuando no se usa la unidad. NUNCA almacene la baterfa sin carga completa. Recargue la baterfa antes de regresar la unidad a servicio o cada dos meses, 1oque ocurra primero.
• Page 70 Problema Bandas rotas Paro repentino o carga a la banda Usodebandaincorrecta La banda se enganch6 abruptamente Banda defectuosa o da£_ada La banda se sale La banda esta demasiado floja, vuelva a tensarla Resorte de la polea roto o d6bil La banda se destroza Las guias o guardas de la banda estan ajustadas incorrectamente Las poleas no estan alineadas..
• Page 71 El depurador de aire esta sucio. El motor saca humo Exceso de aceite en el motor La varilla del aceite no esta bien asentada o esta rota NOTA: Para otras reparaciones, Craftsman al 1-800-659-5917. Causa(s) posibles contacte al centro de servicio..
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