Craftsman 917.272955 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's ManualJCRRFT$1VlRN®J20.0 HPELECTRIC START46" MOWER6 SPEEDGARDEN TRACTORModel No.917.272955• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance

INSTALLMOWERANDDRIVEBELTBesuretractorisonlevelsurfaceandmower suspension arms are raised withattachment lift control. Engage parkingbrake.1. Cut and r

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractorwere ovennflatedat the factoryfor shippingpurposes.Correcttire pressure is importantfor bestcutting perfor

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and undemtand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWA

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yo

The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye

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

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTSTow only the attachments that arerecommended by and comply withspecificationsof the manufacturer of yourtractor. Us

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F andabove)7. When engine starts, stowly pushchoke control in until the enginebegins to run smoothly. If the enginestarts

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _"_/'_'_ "_'_/_/.,_¢_ ''DATES_/ ///Check I_rat or pre_ne.e _T Intedock SystemsChockforLooseFaS

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

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

BATrERYYourtractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive charg

oap DrainTube/Oil DrainValve_losed andLockedPositionCLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverhea

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect p

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT• Raise mower to its highest position.• Measure height from bottom edge ofmower to ground level at front cornersof mower. Dista

r-w_t Screws Electric Left HandLeft _ Left Hand Idler Clutch MandrelHand IManOdrel'l'l_ Mandre _ Mower• DriveMowerBladeBeltCenterMandrelMand

4. Road test tractor for proper stoppingdistance as stated above. Readjust ifnecessary. If stoppingdistance is stillgreater than six (6) feet in highe

FRONT WHEEL CAMBERThe front wheel camber is not adjustableon your tractor. If damage has occurred toaffect the front wheel camber, contact aSears or o

7. Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) battery terminal withremaining hex bolt and keps nut.Tighten securely8. Close terminal access doors.9.

Idle FuelAdjustingAdjustingScrewControl CableControl CableTO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLThe choke control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should

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

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWlllnotatart 1. Outoffuel,Ha_ _ sta_Engine will nottum over2. Engine not "CHOKED"properly.3. En

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLose_power 1. Cuttingtoomuchgras_ooExcessivevibrationEngine continuestorunwhen operatorleaves seat withwi

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART•ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONVtowerbladeswlll 1, Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.lot rotate mechanism.2. Worn/damaged mowe

SCHEMATtCTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955BAI_ERY SOLENOIDAMMETER F_S_ I _ STARTE_m _ R(OPTIONAL) - " '_,_, ',c G' • _, "_--

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955/1$3334

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Batter'/2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Batter

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES1307 , _ 180_7 15941721_4736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.I 175465 Rail, Frame RH 60 170606202 17528_ Dmwha

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955GROUNDDRIVE39362930 17 /' 473126238

TRACTORo°MODEL NUMBER 917,272955GROUNDDRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 38 150035 Nylner4 1749

Ill.CHILDRENTragicaccidentscan occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowing

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955STEERINGASSEMBLY34326274223lS "\40

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Wheel,Steering2 t78,567 Axle Asm., Front3 6855M Fitting, Grease4

ENGINE25_16TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955816g18 15 173739KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRiPTiON1 ... Engine (See Breakdown))<ohiorModel No. CV20-65566

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272955SEATASSEMBLY21KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401232 1405513 1406754 127018X5 1450065 STD5414377 124181X8 17187710 17469412 121246)(13

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955191581012 116-17I_'Y PARTNO. NO.1 1725072 1640853 1717(}24 17170_5 1495166 1336447 1632108 1717059 16..&

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.272955LIFTASSEMBLY4O39KEY PARTNO. NO.1 121006X2 1775353 1691894 12000(_25 192920166 711106247 125631X8 1223,_X9 122364X10 287

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955MOWERDECK4649461161171172122

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 156948 DeckWeldment 37 1314943 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

TRANSAXLETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27295562737241

TRANSAXLETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272955KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 4197R2 120000343 4196R4 42161[5 4215R6 4217R7 17

• Useslowspeed.Choosealow gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avon starting or stopping on a slope. IItires lose tracti

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20,TYPE NUMBER65566CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATH ER I_113\7-4_I, F:_ _,,e--O 22--7V I?O

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20,TYPE NUMBER65566HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. N

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917,272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV20,TYPE NUMBER65566IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I6AIR INTAKE ISLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ1311352

TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV2O,TYPENUMBER65566IGNITION/CHARGINGBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRI

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20,TYPE NUMBER 65566STARTING SYSTEM I1 iENGINE CONTROLS I0!I-- Oml0OIL PAN I LUBRICATION

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV20,TYPE NUMBER65566STARTING SYSTEMKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 M-839070-S Screw, hex. flan

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20,TYPE NUMBER 65566CRANKSHAFT]FUEL SYSTEM I/1--tEXHAUST II 97 II 108

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272955KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV2O,TYPE NUMBER 65566CRANKSHAFTKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 24-014-72-S Crankshalt (Include

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLI _llh Operate your Tractor up and down the face of sl

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3.5GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULARZ)ILTYPE SAE 10W30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F))IL CAPACITY:

For repair of major brand appl_ in your own home...no me_er who made it,no matter who sold i_1.800-4-MY-HOME _ Ar¥_ne,daycrr_ht(1.e00-46_4663) (U.SAan

Steering WheelWheel InsertSteenng SleeveSeat(1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge_(1) KnobMower(5) Retainer Spdngs (2)Flanged12) Retainer Spdngs_(smgle

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassem_ed tor shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper opera

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for