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Craftsman 917.271023 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.
917.271023
• 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:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Estates, IL 60179...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman ment to your nearest Sears Service Center• (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply).

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Tumoff bladeswhen not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
  • Page 4 • 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 allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
  • Page 5 MIN. CCA:240 CASE SIZE: U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS. iTORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x I (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 5/16-18x 1-1/4 5/16-18 (1) Knob...
  • Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE #10 x 5/8 (2) Screws (2) Weld Nuts 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Seat Cassette Parts Bag Manual ____ (2) Shoulder Bolt 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 (2) Washers Gauge Washers #10 (2) Lock...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Yournewtractor has been assembled 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 9: Install Seat

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belts are rout- ed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you leam how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted.
  • Page 11 Thesesymbolsmay appearon yourtractoror in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BAI-rERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT 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 illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control ClutcWBrake...
  • 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 or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety ,qlasses.

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.

  • Page 15: Add Gasoline

    • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip- stick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. essary, add oil until UFULL" mark on dipstick is reached.
  • Page 16 ,_RGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: 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 tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, k eep mowerhousingfree of built-upgrassand trash.Cleanafter each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce 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 AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation Check Tim Pm_um Interlock Systems CheckforLoose Fasteners SharpeNReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check BatteryLevel claan Battery and Temlinals Check Ttinsaxla Cooling Adjust Blade BeR(s) Tension AdJust Moron Drive Balt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level i Change Eng ne Oil...

  • Page 19: Brake Operation

    TRACTOR Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- forminganymaintenance. BRAKEOPERATION If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6) feet stoppingdistanceat high speedin highest gear,thenbrakemustbe adjusted.(See "TOADJUSTBRAKE"in the Serviceand Adjustments sectionof this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub- ber.
  • Page 20 Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to =leak" power. • Open battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor.

  • Page 21: Clean Air Screen

    CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screenmustbe keptfree of dirt and chaffto preventenginedamagefromover- heating.Cleanwith a wire brush or com- pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season.
  • Page 22 • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu- retor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and damps are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- line. Before performing any service or adjustments: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
  • Page 23 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are propedy inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS'). If tiros are over or underinflated, you will not propedy adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. •...

  • Page 24: Belt Installation

    BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed est gear, then brake must be adjusted.

  • Page 25: To Start Engine

    TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmis- sion.
  • Page 26 TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from both batteries. PositiveTerminal Negative Terminal Chassis Negative Terminal REPLACING BATrERY ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time.
  • Page 27 controlleverfromslowto chokeposi- tion. Slowlymoveleverfromchoketo fast position. • Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned. • If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" ddll bit through both holes.
  • Page 28 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 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty'fuel filter. Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. !• Carburetor out of adjust- ment. • Engine valves out of adjustment.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM • Weak or dead battery. Engine clicks but will not start • Corroded battery termi- nals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" posi- tion.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART i PROBLEM CAUSE Poor cut - uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade. i • Mower deck not level. • Buildup of grass, leaves, • and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 32 tROUBLESHOOTING CHART iPROBLEM CAUSE Lo_s of drive • Freewheel control in =dis- engaged" position. • Motion drive belt worn, damaged or broken. • Air trapped in transmis- sion during shipment or servicing. Engine "backfires" • Engine4throttlecontrol not when turning set at =SLOW" engine "OFF"...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 SCHEMATIC ;lllllE BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER CLL_CH I BRAKE • (PEDAL UP) LI'_=-- ,"... !---1----: , ... SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) OPERATOR NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 ELECTRICAL KEY PART 163465 74760412 156417 161343 STD551125 73350400 147430 4152J 4799J 146147 108824X 73510400 4207J 160784 140_01 124211X 141226 109310X 161352 71110408 131563 145673 73640400 121433X 141940 142621 109748X NOTE: Ancomponent d imenslons glven in U.S.Inches I ir_h = 25.4 rr_...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 165867 154966 154207 156524 5479J NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm NUMBER 917.271023 DESCRIPTION Chassis Stamping Drawbar Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge BumperHood/Dash Dash Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Panel, Dash, LH.

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 GROUND DRIVE 94-_ ,146 _lOo...
  • Page 39 1-1" 8883R Cover, Pedal 140186 Pulley, _ngi_e 71170764 BoltHex 7/!6-20x4Gr. 10040700 Washer 154778 Keeper Bolt EngineHydro 134683 Keeper Belt Engine - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 PART 140158 19132012 156347 5/16-18 121199X 121749X 3/8-16 12000001 123583X 121748X 156046 123782X 19171216 161901...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 STEERING ASSEMBLY -----.__44 27_!_27 2o..._...
  • Page 41 154780 -66 _154404 74781044 154429 NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 _ - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 DESCRIPTION SteeringWheel Axle AssemblySTMP DroppedSTL SpindleAssembly,LH. SpindleAssembly,R.H. Beadng,Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 M740108G25 74760508 128861 M73030800 NOTE: All component_mensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm NUMBER 917.271023 DESCRIPTION Control,Throttle Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 114-20x 5/8 Engine,(Sea Breakdown)Kohler Model No. CV15S-41572 Muffler Gasket KohlerCV13-CV16.5 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 Elbow, Standard90 °, 3/8-18 NPT...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    Screw, Thd.,RolL 3/8-16xl 19131614 Washer 13/32x 1 x 14Gauge 155925 Pan, Seat Emboss QCK Conn. 120068X KnobSeat 121246X Bracket,Switch Mounting - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 PART DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing,Snap Bolt, Carriage 114-20x 1-1/2 72050412 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 121250X...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    163200 Decal, Hood, L.H. 163202 Decal, Customer Maintenance 133644 Decal, Side Panel 163261 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 163203 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 163204 Decal, Fender Danger 156439 Decal, Drawbar Cntd Mvt Hyd Lt 142341 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 146046 WHEELS & TIRES 917.271023...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 139868 163552 140302 73540600 NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 DESCRIPTION LiftLever Inner Wire Assembly ShaftAssembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge Bearing, Nylon Grip, Handle, Ruted Button, Plunger,Red Link, Lilt,LH.

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 MOWER DECK >21...
  • Page 49 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 131845 Arm Assembly,Pad, Brake 133943 Washer, Hardened 155046 Arm, Idler 122052X Spacer, Retainer 140086 Spdng, TorsionBrakes NUMBER 917.271023 PART DESCRIPTION Guard, TUV Idler 141043 162113 Knob CustomOval V-Belt 144200 142427 Rod, Clutch,Pdmary,with Nil_ 131870 Spdng, Return...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271023 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-O650 -91-...
  • Page 51 Arm, Actuaitng 142955 Pin,Actuating 150777 Belt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4 150778 Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC 142958 Brake Rotor/StatorKit NUMBER 917.271023 PART DESCRIPTION 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 150829 Dilfemn_alAseambly 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.271023 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I AIR INTAKE 6--1 8--W ENGINE CONTROLS 11 -- _--10 _--9 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST...
  • Page 53 Screw, HexFlange M5x.Sx20 12-06o3-05 Baffle, Intake Side M-0645016 Screw, Hex Flange M6 x 1.0x 16 (2) 12-063-08 Baffle, CylinderHead 12-063-O1 Baffle,Cylinder NUMBER 917.917.271023 ENGINE CONTROLS PART DESCRIPTION 12-079-07 Linkage,Choke 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable M-0664020 Screw, Locked Socket M6 x 1.0 x20 (2) M-0545016 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x .8 x 16...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER 917.917.271023 (_1o 25__...
  • Page 55 Lead, Solenoid,Black,5", 14 Gauge, UniosulatedPush-On Tabs 41-518-34 Lead, Ground, Green, 5", 18 Gauge Insulated GripBarrel Eyelets 277563 Connector 12-454.O3 "Re,Cable NUMBER 917.917.271023 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVEAND BREATHER PART DESCRIPTION Lifter, Valve (2) 12-351-01 12-755-60 K'_,CylinderHead 12-411-01 Rod, Push (2) 12-041-10 Gasket, CylinderHead...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.271023 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41572 IGNITION I ELECTRICAL OIL PAN I LUBRICATION 14-- e-----:r CRANKCASE STARTING SYSTEM J...
  • Page 57 Screw, Hex Flange M5 x0.8 x 16 (3) 12-O32-03 Seal, Oil (RT.O. End) SM-0839045 Screw, Hex Flange M8 x 1.25 x 45 (12) Pan, Oil 12-199-30 NUMBER 917.271023 NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER CRANKCASE PART DESCRIPTION 12-032-03 Seal, Crankshaft 12-522-18 Block,Cylinder (Use Short...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 parts you need plezas con entrega - 1-800-659-7084 major brand repair service de reparaci6n - 1-600-676-5811 _" • Part Number • Part Description 10.19.98 mmmmmm mmmmmm SE ARS Amenca's Repazr Specialists Printed in U.S.A.

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