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Craftsman 917.271100 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.271100 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
£RI:IFTXMI:IN"
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917,271100
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
[[_
This product
has a low emission
engine which
operates
differently
from previously
budt engines.
Before
you start the engine,
read
and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...
  • Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Turn off bladeswhen • Do nottry to stabilize the machine not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do notuse grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 manufacturer's recommended parts, before restarting. when necessary. • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sh_arp and can cut. the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them.

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase required by taw (Section 4442 of the of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been California Public Resources Code). Other designed, engineered and manufactured states may have similar laws.
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
  • Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE ,("_ (2) Screws #10x518 Washers #10 (2) Lock (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge "_, Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Latch Hook Seat Assemblies Steenng Wheel Insert Video...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS CHECK BATTERY MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep • Lift seat pan to raised position and open the mower deck in proper position when battery box door. operating mower. Be sure they are proper- •...
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION _,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge ALL BELTS guard from mower. Raise and hold guard See the figures that are shown for replac- when attaching mulcher plate and allow it ing motion and mower blade drive belts in to rest on plate while in operation.

  • Page 11: Free Wheel

    Thesesymbols may appear on your tractor or in literature suppl!ed with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING n' n FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • 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 !he locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 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 adjustments repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask _)ver spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: To Operate On Hills

    tion and engage parking brake. • The average lawn should be cut to • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) approximately 2-1/2 inches during the position. cool season and to over 3 inches during IMPORTANT: The motion control lever hot months.
  • Page 15 • Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip- stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick GAGED" position. into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the • Move throttle control to choke position. tube. Do not thread the cap onto the NOTE: Before stprting,...

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    PURGE TRANSMISSION • Your tractor is now purged and ready for CAUTION: Never engage or disen- normal operation. gage freewheel lever while the engine is MOWING TIPS running. • Tire chains cannot be used when the To ensure proper operation and perfor- mower housing is attached to tractor.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Certain types of grass and grass condi- tions may require that an area be IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mulched a second time to completely mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. hide the clippings.

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _____ /_,..__/_ _0_,_ FILL IN DATES ___._- A SYOOCOMPL E DATES __/_ SERVICE REGULAR SERVICE t -,c, Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 1_/'7 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT; To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on Always observe safety rules when perform- mandrel assembly. ing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 20 SNE VISCOSrrY GRADES • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. Change the oil after every 50 hours of TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS operation or at least once a year if the Corrosion and dirt on the battery...

  • Page 21: Spark Plugs

    CLEAN SCREEN ENGINE OIL FILTER Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is chaff to prevent engine damage from over- heating. Clean with a wire brush or com- used more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 22 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel tive type wax. line with arrow pointing towards carbu-...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower housing, loosen on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- nut "G"...

  • Page 24: Belt Installation

    BELT INSTALLATION • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install new belt in reverse order of • Install mower in reverse order of removal. removal instructior_s. Idler Mandrel Pulleys Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE...

  • Page 25: To Start Engine

    TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Washers Should your transmission require removal Retaining _ f_'_'_ 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. Square Key TO ADJHST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-...
  • Page 26 bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. Terminal Positive Terminal • Close battery box door. TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of:the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap CABLE cannot be removed without breaking adjusting needle. The throttle control has been preset at the • Be sure you I)ave a clean air filter and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary.
  • Page 28 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- experience indicates'that alcohol blended age at the end of the season or if the trac- fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol tor will not be used for 30 days or more. methanol) can attract moisture which leads ,_CAUTION: Never store the tractor...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. • Fill ,fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. Operation section. Engine flooded. ° Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. ° Replace spark plug.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery. will not start • Corroded battery termi- • Clean battery terminals. nals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade, • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt, • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofdrive • Freewheel control in "dis- • Place freewheel control in engaged" position. "engaged" position. • Motion drive belt worn, • Replace motion drive belt. damaged or broken. • Air trapped in transmis- • Purge transmission. sion during shipment or servicing.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 SCHEMATIC BA1-FERY FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER '© ', 0-+---- _ ..WHIT E ¢ ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WMITIE IGNITION ..(NOT ..OCCUPIED) SWITCH SEAT SWITCH BLACK I_IL_CK (OPTIONAL) 11" SPARK •...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 ELECTRICAL "45...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uncx 3/4 156417 Case, BatteryMech Hinge 161343 Switch,InterlockN Opn/N Opn STD551125 Washer, Lock 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC 166182 Harness, LightSocket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb,Light...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ..
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 165583 Chassis Stamping 140356 DFawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8÷16x3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hocd/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carnage 3/8+16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 GROUHD DRtVE...

  • Page 39: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transax)e (See Breakdown) 121199X Spacer, Split Hydro Gr 319-0650 121749X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 142431 Spdng, Return, Brake Gauge 143995 Pulley, Transaxle STD581075 E-Ring 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 123583X Key, Square...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 STEERING ASSEMBLY _- ..i• .1,--.7...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly,LH. 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 ..Engine, (See Breakdown)Kohler Model No. CV16-43520 Muffler 159420 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow,Standard gO °, 3/8-18 NPT Washer STD551237 159880...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot,Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, Engine, Kohler 133644 138311 Decal, Deck Mower F-_Z3 Decat, Lift Handte 166887 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Fender, Craftsman 154515 163204 154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 168380 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd Lt...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 LIFT ASSEMBLY r.i_ y...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 ShaftAssembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000O02 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865 Link, Lift, LH.

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 MOWER DECK 103 105 .-21 >21 i1_23...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 140086 Spdng, TorsionBrakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 BracketAssembly,SwayBar, 162113 KnobCustom Oval Front 144200 V-Belt 138440 BrecketAssembly,Sway Bar 142427 Rod, Clutch, Pnmary,with Nibs STD624008 Retainer Spring 131870...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing,Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .{TOO t42931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differential Assembly 142932 Seal, Lip 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5x.13 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 142961...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I --_4 _e--...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft 25-351-01 Lifter, valve (2) 12-755-81 Block, cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) Kit, cylinder head (Includes3-17) 12-445-02 12-411-01 Rod, push (2) Strap, lifting 12-041-10...

  • Page 54: Air Intake

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES 'IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMFER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCR_TION DESCR|PTION 12-O86-14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 Washer, plaiP,1/4 Screen, grass 24-468-10 24-162-03 Plate, blower housing...

  • Page 56: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS _.._ M /f" OIL PAN / LUBRICATION O111...

  • Page 57: Starting System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM KEYPART KEYPART DESCRIP_ON NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. 12-079-07 Screw, hex. flange MSx1.25x70 Linkage, choke M-0839070 12-237-01 Clamp, cable Starter assembly (includes 3-8) M-0664020 25-098-05 Screw, lobed socket M6xl.0x20 Kit,drive end 12-755-54...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM i...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271100 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 FUELSYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 12-014-37 Crankshaft (Includes 2) X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 12-139-01 Plug, cup M-0629116 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 12-853-95 Kit, carburetor w/gasket EXHAUST...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING ..CUT , GUIDE TH._8 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 64 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...

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