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Craftsman 917.27084 User Manual

Craftsman 917.27084 User Manual

20.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manui_l
CRAFTSMAN +
20.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270840
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questioJ ;
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
Visit our Craftsman
website:
www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman For answers to your questioJ ; about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions :in the owner's manual, Sears wile repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship: This Warranty does not cover:.
  • Page 3 • Turn off 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 detedoration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended when necessary.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    AMP/HR:30 MIN. CCA:240 CASE SIZE: U1R :,LADE 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 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) Hex Bolt 5116-18 x 1-1/4 © 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Hex BoAt (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer i7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Lock...
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Mulc-_er Plate Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts Steedng Wheel Adapter (2) Gauge Wheels Slope Sheet Video Cassette Steedng Wheel _(2) (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Steedng Wheel Insert (2) Keys _...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tract_ all parts and hardware you assemble as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socketwrenchset will make assembly easier.
  • Page 9 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift hood to raised position. • 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 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE , • install two latch hooks to mulcher plate • using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. •...
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS MOWqR DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are p_per- ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per- formance. • Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.
  • Page 12 These symbols m_y appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT R N H L NEUTRAL ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOU_ TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Choke Throttle _ntrol"_ Clutch/Brake Pedal Height Knob Freewheel Control Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 14 The operationof any tractorcan resultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe eyes,whichcan resultin severeeye damage.Alwayswearsafetyglasses or eye shieldswhileoperatingyour tractoror performingany adjustments or repairs.We recommenda wide vision safetymaskoverspectacles,or stan- dardsafetyglasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.
  • Page 15 • Turn knob clockwise (G) to raise cutting height. • Turn knob counterclockwise lower cutting height. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap- proximate and may vary depending soil conditions,...
  • Page 16 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL shipped, from the factory, already filled i The engine in your tractor has been with summer weight oil. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.
  • Page 17 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM-UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Place the motion control lever in neu- tral. Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake slowly retum to operating position.
  • Page 18 • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave unde- sirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tensiorl Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- formingany maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If_tractor r equiresmorethan six (6) feet stoppingdistanceat high speedin highest gear,then brakemustbe adjusted.(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).
  • Page 21 • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to =leak" power.
  • Page 22 AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using 8 dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
  • Page 23 Clamp Clamp Fuel Filter CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. _,CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. •...
  • Page 24 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING Adjustthe mowerwhile tractoris parked on levelgroundor driveway. Make sure tires are properlyinflated(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. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground.
  • Page 25 BELTINSTALLATION - • Installnewbolt in reverseorder 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 in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward.
  • Page 27 TO ATTACH 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 the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
  • Page 28 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY • Raise hood. Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand Jn front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedures. Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement emission...
  • Page 29 • While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, tum idle mixture screw in(clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (countemlock- wise) until engine runs rough. Tum screw to a point midway between those two positions. •...
  • Page 30 • Drainthe fueltank. • Startthe engineand let it rununtilthe fuel lines and carburetor are empty. o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. , Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation fuel gum deposits during storage.

  • Page 31: Service And Adjustments

    "ROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start • Out of fuel. • Engine not'CHOKED" prop- erly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM • Build-up of grass, leaves and Loss of power (cont,d) trash under mower. • Dirty air tilter. • Low oil level/dirty oil. • Faulty spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Water in fuel. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poorgrassdischarge • Mower d ecknotlevel. ! (cont'd) • Low/uneven tire air pressure. • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. • Mower drive belt worn. • Blades improperly installed. •...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 ,LECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 145491 Cable, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, Ignition4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141228 Cover, IgnitionSwitch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 166145 Harness, Ignition 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4.20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal 168327 Solenoid 73640400 NutKepsEgkHex 1/4-20UNC...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART 165583 140356 17490612 STD551025 155272 161917X013 STD533710 155927 145660 155936 17490608 144983X558 126938X 156437 124028X 19131312 STD541437 145198X558 155217 154791X558 139976 17490508 139886 139887 73800400 19091416 145201 161464 145202 STD552507 140547 72140606 154798...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 ;ROUNDDRIVE ;156 38"-_ ' _ 98 .146...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Tmnsaxla (See Breakdown) Hydro Gr 319-0650 142431 Spring,Return, Brake 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 165866 Rod Shift Fender A_uet PinCotter 1/8x 1 CAD STD561210 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 74490544 BoltHexRghd 5/16-18Gr. 5 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 STD541431 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x I STD523710...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 STEERINGASSEMBLY "------- Ikl ._.s s1_$...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY PART 139768 154427 156483 157473 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 156438 STD551137 154779 73901000 156546 57079 160395 165857 165851 154406 126847X 136874 19131416 17490612 STD561210 130465 155O99 152927 139769 19133808 STD541537 100711L 145054 121749X 153720 46 : 121232X 6855M 73800500 74780520...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 NGINE _"'_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR ENGINE PART 162152 17720410 149723 144069 144O68 138129 150176 145552 STD551125 STD522507 272250 13280336 13200300 STD551237 17490624 159880 145996 73920600 152927 137180 157103 161696 12348"/X 106082X 17490512 8543R 109227X 3645,1 139277 128861 NO'r_ AI conlponent dimensions _ven JnU.,_ 1 Inch: 25A mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 SEATASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIk/'olk Craftsman 140551 BracketPet PivotSeat (blk) 74760616 BOllFin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged STD541437 Nut Hex Lockw/Ins 3/6-16 Uns...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 156439 Decal Fender Danger Sears 163205 Decal Fend AutoSears Gold 163200 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 163202 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 2735o3 Decal HP Engine 133644 Decal Maint Customer Scars Dom 167181 Decal Replacement Sis 163204 Decal FenderCraftsman Gold...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 .IFT ASSEMBLY 1718 _,.\ 16\\...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY PART 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 STD624008 127218 73350800 130171 73680800 139868 163552 110807X 19131016 2876H 76020308 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 140302 73540600 155097 123935X 17490512 19112410 155098 145212 110452X NOTE:Allcomponent d_'nensions glvenin U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 MOWER DECK w-21 >21 21 22 _/'_23 "...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 164961 Mower Housing STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly, S wayBar, Front 138440 BracketAssembly, Sway Bar STD624008 Retainer Spdng 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 850857 Belt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296 Washer, Hardened 134149 Blade, Mulching 129895...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 IYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing,Lower 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 142932 Seal, Lip 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 142933 Ring, Retaining 142934 Beadng, Shaft Ball 142935 Bearing, Cradle 150771 Beadng, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13 142937 Sweshplete, Variable 142938...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL 113: NUMBER 917.270840 NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 2set 11010LABEL Krr J 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 15 _ 10 INSTALL SEEREPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 552A 552 @ 404 o...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0i45-E1 208_ 5°_i _7,2,2 _o3_ 54_- 725 _ _:_ 73 "_.' INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1006 95 ,, 859 _ 392 _2_ 807 e 435'" [ 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION 726 '_:...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270840 3RIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 797A J97 _' 358 GASKET 634 _...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 498583 CylinderAssembly Bushing/Seal Kit 399265 _r Seal-Oil 91086 493304 Sump-Engine Head-Cylinder#1 214517 214518 Head-Cylinder#2 _re Gasket-CylinderHead #1 271867 271868 Gasket-CylinderHead #2 BreatherAssembly (C_inder 495754 278O3 -ire Gasket-Breather 94382 Screw (BreatherAssembly) 94380 Screw (BreatherCover)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL PART DESCRIPTION 693491 O+ Spring-PumpDiaphragm 223882 Washer (Govemor Crank) 94674 Screw (Air Cleaner Base) 94823 SGrew(Air Cleaner Cover) 693492 O+ Cap-Spring 693489 •+ Diaphragm-Fuel Pump 693493 Cover-Diaphragm 693494 Screw (DiaphragmCover) 222875 Bracket-Oil Fill 394019 Filter-Air 93343 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 94882...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) V_T_ IGNlllON SWITCH {OPTIONAL) YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS WILL CHARGE WITH ENGINE SPEED. WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS IGNITION SWITCH I-Ic u (-N SPEEDED...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION greater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution _lng 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-HO Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pibces For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART...

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