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Craftsman 917.27066 Owner's Manual

15.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN
15.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270660
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-860-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman
Website:
www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman Website: www.sears.com/craftsman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-860-659-5917 Sears Craftsman...
  • Page 2 30 days contact your nearest service center. After 30 days service is available by taking your Craftsman Sears Service Center. (In-home is in the United States. This War- Estates, IL 60179 • Be sure the area is clear of other...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol • Watch for traffic when operating crossing roadways.
  • Page 4 • Stop and inspect the equipment strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or al- low objects to be thrown.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    MIN. CCA:190 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. ITORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been de- signed, engineered and manufactured give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you...
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 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 #10 x 5/8 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton ---' Video Cassette Steering Mulcher Steering Boot Plate Wheel Pads Bag Manual (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Latch Hook...
  • Page 8 Yournew tractor has been assembled unassembled for shipping purposes. tractor all parts and hardware you assemble correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below, (1) 9/16"...
  • Page 9 HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR CHECK BAI-rERY • Lift seat pan to raised postion and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn howto operateyour tractor,checkto see that the brakeis properlyadjusted.See 'qO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, BATrERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT R N H L ATFACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED ATrACHMENT IGNITION...

  • Page 12: Know Your Tractor

    KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL 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 Control Freewheel Control Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards ATTACHMENT CLUTCH...
  • Page 13 operation of any tractor eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. es or eye shields while operating ments or repairs. We recommend tacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 14 ing hot months. For healthier looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, over 6 inches in height should mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desired height. TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator...
  • Page 15 • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual). • To change engine oil, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual. GASOUNE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    PURGE TRANSMISSION _ILCAUTION: Never engage or disen- gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the trans- mission be purged before operating trac- tor for the first time. This procedure will re- move any trapped air inside the transmis- sion which may have developed 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 re- duce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.

  • Page 18: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Intedeck Systems R Check forLoose F asteners Lubrication Chart CheCk Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C_ean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bait(s) Tension AdjuSt Motion Drive Bert(s) Tension...
  • Page 19 "rRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be ad- justed. (See 'q-O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section manual).
  • Page 20 BAI-rERY Yourtractorhas a battery chargingsystem which is sufficientfor normaluse. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. •...

  • Page 21: Clean Air Screen

    Oil Fill Cap/ €'_ Dipstick Drain Plug CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stub- born dried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING FINS...
  • Page 22 Clamp _Clamp Fuel Filter _ CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc, CAUTION: Before performing any service • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. •...

  • Page 23: Belt Removal

    TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING Adjustthe mowerwhile tractor is parked on level groundor driveway. Makesure tires are properlyinflated(See "PROD- UCTSPECIFICATIONS'_. I f tiresare over or underinflated,you will not properlyad- just your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom...
  • Page 24 • Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of re- moval. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. Mandrel Pulley Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.
  • Page 25 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require 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. TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL VER ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 26 TO A'I-FACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVEHOODANDGRILLAS- SEMBLY • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedures. Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Manintenance, repair, or replacement the emission control...
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, gine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted.
  • 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. _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    :HART TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM • Out of fuel, Will net start • Engine not "CHOKED" prop- . e[ly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. •...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power • Faulty spark plug. (cont'd) • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. Spark plug wire loose. • Dirty engine air screen/fins. • Dirty/clogged muffler. • Loose or damaged wiring. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE • Buildup of grass, leaves and Poor grass discharge trash under mower. (cont'd) • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades improperly installed. • Improper blades used. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR"" MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 SCHEMATIC BATTERY CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH _QUIPPED ALTERNATOR "rile LIGHTS ARE NOT IGNmON SWITCH 3 + M + L flON_ pO_G H CIRCUIT -MAKE" B + L NONE A+"( 1 NOTE: IF WIRtNG IN B + L +'--_S h'O_E BLACK i ...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660...
  • Page 35 Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign 4 Pos Nut Ignition Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT Key Ign Molded Craftsman Harness Ign Man CI Am Hm 97 Bolt Btk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 CoverTerminal Red So_nc4d...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART 165583 14(_56 17490612 19131216 155272 161917X013 S'T'[To33710 155927 145660 155934X010 17490608 144983X558 126938X 19131312 s'rD541437 145198X558 155217)(599 151287X558 139976 17490508 139886 139887 73800400 19091416 145201 161464 145202 STD522507 72140606 154798 STD541437 158418 165867 154966 154207 156524 74780612 5479J...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transmission (See Breakdown) HydroGear Model 319-0500 142431 Spring,Return, Brake 144698 Pulley,Transmission 165866 Rod, Shift 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/9 x 1 STD551125 Washer Leck 1/4 73800500 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 74780616 BoltHex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr.5 738(X)600...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 STEERING ASSEMBLY •. o::- :/ ... l...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY PART 139768 154427 156483 157473 62t56H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 156438 _1137 154779 73901000 156546 57079 160395 165857 165851 154406 1268473( 136874 19131416 17490612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 139769 19133808 STD541537 100711L 145054 121749X 153720 121232 6855M STD541431 7478052O 167902...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR ENGINE PART 162157 17720410 137352 165291 1328(_24 13200300 STD551237 15988O 137180 10920P_X 158_90 123487X 17490512 137040 124028X 17490412 19091416 STD551131 71070512 NOTE: _1 component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 DESCRIPTION Control Throt/Ch Lh Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/olkCraftsman 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) STD5237t0 Bo_t Fin Hex 3/8-16ur_ X 1 19131610 Washer 13/'32X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip PushIn Hinged STD541437 Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 124181X SpringSeat Cprsn 2 250 BIkZi 17490616...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Replacement 1632oo Decal, Hood, R.H. 163202 Decal, Hood, L.H. 133644 Decal, CustomerMaintenance 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ 163204 Decal. Fender, Craftsman 156439 Decal, FenderDanger 146046 Decal, V-Bait Drive Schematic 163250 Decal, Dash Panel 1603_6 Decal, V-Bait Schematic WHEELS & TIRES 4,10 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 LIFT ASSEMBLY NOTE: A]I componentdimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner SpringW/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 1200(3002 E Ring#5133_o2 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 MOWER DECK 106 "_ 103 105 lo3- \/i_,/ 101/_.p,_" 104 106 21 22...

  • Page 49: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 MOWERDECK PART DESCRIPTION 164961 MowerHousing STD533107 Bolt 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar S'TD624008 RetainerSpdng 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 _1137 Washer, Lock 14(_g6 Washer, Hardened 134149 Blade, Mulching 129895 Bearing, Ball...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0500 99 \ / 900 113"...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0500 PART DESCRIPTION 142986 Housing,Lower 142987 Assembly, Upaer Housing 142932 Seal, Lip 142926 Ring, Wire Retaining 142933 Ring, Retaining 142934 Searing, Shaft Barl 142935 Bearing, Cradle 150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 142937 Swashplate,Variable 142938...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL 2 6® 6@ 1026 NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 "A" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. INSTRUCTION SEE REPAIR MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E 106 987 95 117 634A 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 123_ 1270 ,Jr REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 20 634A 868 868A 1022 "_, 358 GASKET SET _524 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 7224 305_ 646_ 333 I...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E 1019 LABEL KITJ 11036 LABEL KIT- EMISSIONS [1058 OWNER'S MANUALI...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL PART DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 391086 * Seal Oil 494238 Base, Engine 495858 Head, Cylinder 273280 *** Gasket, Cylinder Head 495735 Breather Assembly 27803 * Gasket, Valve Cover 94621 Screw, Sems 281246...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270660 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL PART DESCRIPTION 910068 Screw, Set 496280 Housing, Blower 94786 Screw, Hex, Head, BlowerHousingMounting 225020 Shield,Cylinder 94930 Screw, Cylinder Shield 497595 Motor, Starter 497602 Sort, Thru 497608 Brush Set 495859 Armature, Magneto 94731 Screw, Sems, Armature Mount- 491055...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION !_ _ ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, Operate your Tractor up and dowp the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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