Craftsman 917.272247 owner manual To Remove Wheel for Repairs

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TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are

not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

in or camber, contact your nearest Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1.Block up axle securely.

2.Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

3.Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE; On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

4.Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

5.Replace axle cover.

NOTE; To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining

Rin( Washers

Axle

Cover

Square Key _

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

_,WARNING: Lead-acidbatteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and

smoking materials away from batteries.

Always wear eye protec'don when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BA'I-I'ERY"in the Maintenance section of this manual).

If '_umpercables" are used for emergency sta_ng, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO A]-FACH JUMPER CABLES -

1.Connect one end of the RED cable to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

2.Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

3.Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1.BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

2.RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

BatteryBattery

REPLACING BATTERY

[LCAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first

to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1.Lift hood to raised position.

2.Remove terminal guard.

3.Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

4.Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

5.Reinstall terminal guard.

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Contents Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm, Mon Sat JcrrftsmiiwiLimited Warranty On Craftsman Riding Equipment WarrantyLimited Warranty on Battery I1. Slope Operation General OperationNeutral, you may lose control of the tractor Do not IV. ServiceRemove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc Repair Agreement Product SpecificationsCustomer Responsibilities Gasoline Gallons Capacity Unleaded Type RegularTo Remove Tractor from Carton Adjust SeatUnpack Carton Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts ChecklistCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemFailure to follow instructions Know Your Tractor Attachment Clutch Switch UsedDrive Pedal FreewheelHOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Stop Mower Blades To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsADD Gasoline To Start EngineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Brake Operation BatteryTires Operator Presence SystemTransaxle Pump Fluid EngineTransaxle Cooling BeltsClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AIR ScreenMuffler To Remove Mower CleaningGaged SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble Level To Level Mower HousingLevel Decal Brake PedalFRONTO-BACKADJUSTMENT Alternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment MethodBoth Front Links Must be Equal Length To Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt InstallationMower Drive Belt Removal Secondary Drive Belt To Replace Mower BladePulleyring To Adjust Brake To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Replace Headlight Lamp EngineInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AS SemblyTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Choke ControlFinal Setting Preliminary SEI-I-INGOther BatteryFuel System Engine OILProblem Troubleshooting ChartCause Correction Troubleshooting ChartOwer blades will Rmt rotate MechanismProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting ChartService Note Spar Tractor --MODEL Number SchematicTractor - Model Number 917,272247 Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Tractor --MODEL Number ElectricalTractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number 917.272247 Chassis and EnclosuresTractor --MODEL Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor -- Model Number Ground DriveTractor - Model Number Steering Assembly 72 19182411 Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/20D 11Ga Tractor - Model Number 917.272247 Steering AssemblyOptional Equipment Tractor - Model Number EngineSpark Arrester 169837 KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Seat AssemblyDecals Tractor --MODEL NumberTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Tractor --MODEL Number Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck OcD =oooPin, Jackshaft Tractor - Model Number Hydro Gear Transaxle - Model NumberCrankcasei Crankcase KEY Part Descripon HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY Part DescriptionDre ArriveJ KEY Part NO. no KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONDmarrant Svstme I Moteur Contr61e Engine Controls KEY Part NO. no Starting SystemFuel Svstme Echappement24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust 25-072-04-S Stud, MSxl.25x33 Exhaust KEY Part DescriptionNot Illustrated Description Kit, carburetor w/gaskets IncludesPage Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation MY-HOME Anytime, day or night A. and Canada Your Home
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