Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Owner's Manual
!CRI FTSMRN°I
8.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270751
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
i ¸¸¸¸¸
_
i
!
This product has a low emission
engine which operates d!fferentiy
III t III
from
previously
built engines.
Before you start the enginei
read
and understand
this Owner's
Manual,
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating
this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
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
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Craftsman 917.270751
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.270751
- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman engine which operates d!fferentiy built engines. Before you start the enginei Manual, For answers to your questions...
- Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman nearest Sears Service Center. will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
-
Page 3: General Operation
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. - Page 4 • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
- Page 5 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabili- ty and performance. • I,CAUTION" Tow only the attachments...
- Page 6 Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Keys (2) Keys Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Large Flat Washer 5/16-18 (1) Lockwasher Boot Seat...
-
Page 7: Install Steering Wheel
Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. - Page 8 Battery Box Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.
- Page 9 ACAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation. Deflector Shield --'_ TO CONVERT TO BAGGING DISCHARGING Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.
- Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE Jxl ,@ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED...
- Page 11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Choke Control Throttle Control Clutch/ Brake...
- Page 12 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator...
- Page 13 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running.
-
Page 14: Towing Carts And Other Attachments
• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. -
Page 15: To Start Engine
TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. -
Page 16: Mowing Tips
MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. -
Page 17: General Recommendations
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES As OOMP EFE REGULAR SERVICE C::::;,Oe:::: °n Check Operator Presence interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Balteryand Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change... - Page 18 TRACTOR 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 adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
-
Page 19: Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas
• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE" The original equipment your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte not necessary. -
Page 20: Air Filter
Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. - Page 21 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- tive type wax. _CAUTION: Before performing • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. •...
-
Page 22: Belt Removal
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. -
Page 23: Belt Installation
BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Idler Pulleys Pulley __ ,_._L TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped... - Page 24 Neutral Gearshift Lever Lock Gate TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
-
Page 25: Replacing Battery
REPLACING BATTERY _,CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. - Page 26 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment scribed below before loosening adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.
- Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor 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 28: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE • Out of fuel. Willnotstart • Engine not"CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor • Engine valves out of adjustment. - Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in"CHOKE" position. • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Dirty air filter. • Low oil level/dirty • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. •...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass • Engine speed too slow. discharge Travel speed too fast. Wet grass. Mower deck not level. Low/uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Buildup of grass, leaves housing. Mower drive belt worn. Blades improperly Improper blades used. Clogged holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around...
- Page 31 SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE START + S + A 1 NONE - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 BAI3-ERY FUSE SOLENOID WHITE IWHITE BLACK BLACK B__I (OPTIONAL) SLACK IGNITION UNIT FUEL_ FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED)
- Page 32 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL q ... - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270751 \ _q...
- Page 33 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL KEY PART NOTE: All component - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 747604!2 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Switch, Interlock 166182 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red...
- Page 34 ;HAsSlS AHOEHcLOSU_Es Illl...
- Page 35 TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 PART DESCRIPTION Chassis 169830 169061 Drawbar Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 17060612 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
-
Page 36: Ground Drive
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 GROUND DRIVE... - Page 37 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive 169691 Keeper, Belt, Center Span 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 PART DESCRIPTION 8883R Cover, Pedal 140186 Pulley, Engine 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5...
-
Page 38: Steering Assembly
TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY i_ti - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751... - Page 39 TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 ENGINE 40 / OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR ENGINE KEY PART NOTE: All component - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 DESCRIPTION 162152 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 407777-0121 -El 149723 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 160589 Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH...
-
Page 42: Seat Assembly
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 Unc... -
Page 43: Wheels And Tires
Decal, Hood, L.H. 167049 Decal, HP Engine 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 138047 Decal, Battery 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 156439 Decal, Fender Danger WHEELS & TIRES - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 PART DESCRIPTION 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic... -
Page 44: Lift Assembly
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 LIFT ASSEMBLY... - Page 45 TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga.
-
Page 46: Mower Deck
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 MOWER DECK 111 114 .H8_ _116... - Page 47 5/16-18 UNC 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 155046 Arm, Idler 165723 Spacer, Retainer 141043 Guard, TUV Idler - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 KEY PART 149846 144959 Bar, Front STD541437 136420 71161010 Rear 19061216 STD551 !10 160793 2029J...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 6 7¸ MODEL and SERIAl NUMBERS HERE...
- Page 49 790075 Brake Disk 790007 Brake Pad Plate 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 786026 Dowel Pin 792076A Flat Washer .312 ID x .059W - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 REF PART DESCRIPTION 790079 792073A 792085A 792075 790025 786066 786086 774690 774691...
- Page 50 177 c' 287_' 1081'r i 1035 220_ 258 _! [ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 11036 EMISSIONS LABEL - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E1 Ji : i J,l _l 718 1019 LABEL KIT I 24Ti1 865A 447A :_1013 ,0271 447A _...
- Page 51 GASKET _', , ! 137_ 993\ 150_ 987, 1123 1124 _-_; 633 ,is - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 211 + _'_ 209 '_ . I+l==, ', + ' 562 1505 ,_ :_) u% 1212 _ 1251 1125_ 861,:,I i11128,i ,,l_m_l. +p311...
- Page 52 [ 731 J_l 668 ,llj 332_ I._J _-_ -_ J _'_- ii' ';_ I 358 GASKET 691,, 943 @ 177 ' 1081 ,; , 1022 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 ° 877 I "_ _:_ _" I I_-' 697 +: _ +_...
- Page 53 122 690952 Spacer-Carburetor 125 499804 Carburetor 130 690993 Valve-Throttle 131 499805 Throttle Shaft Kit 133 499806 Float-Carburetor - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 KEY PART 135 499803 137 690994 S_' Gasket-Float Bowl 141 499807 142 499808 • 146 94388 150 281767 •_,...
- Page 54 Cover-Air Guide 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide 690968 +÷ Seal-Valve 690969 Bushing-Guide 399916 Alternator Connector/Wire - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270751 KEY PART 691237 690999 +÷ Gasket-Exhaust 690970 690960 691040 691003 691058 + O-Ring Seal (Oil Pump Cover) 690589...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _] _ greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- V| _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION...
- Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances no matter who made it, no matter who sold ifl 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the :ocation of your nearest Sears Parts &...