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Craftsman 917.272462 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.5 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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Owner's Manual
JCRRFTSMIIW
LAWN TRACTO
21.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272462
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his product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built 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 equipment.
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, II 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Maintenance ........LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below.
  • Page 3 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. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely Look for this symbol to point out •...
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
  • Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overtum the • Never carry passengers or children machine.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble 3.5 Gallons Gasoline and maintain your tractor properly. Unleaded Capacity Always observe the =SAFETY RULES'. Regular and Type: REPAIR AGREEMENT SAE 10W30 Oil Type A Repair Agreement is available on this (Above 32°F) _,PI-SF-SJ): product.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt _(1) Locknut 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 1/2-20 1/4-20 Steering Steering Extension _(1) Locknut Boot_ Steering Shaft Wheel Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob _1_(1) Oil Drain_ For Future Use Keys...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. (See TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location controls) function 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL SEAT position.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is Raise and hold deflector shield in propedy adjusted. See =TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
  • Page 11 Thesesymbolsmay appearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnand understandtheir meaning. BA3-1"ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING EHG,HEON ENG,NEOFF O, LPRE_URE OG"_SON O%._MP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE 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 Light Switch Clutch Lever IgnitionSwitch Ammeter Choke...
  • Page 13 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 standard safety glasses or a he operationof any tractorcan result in foreign objectsthrownintothe wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months. For healthier and shield in place.
  • Page 15 Transmission Engaged IMPORTANT: When operating in tem- peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. ACAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT:. Should your transmission • The attachmants and .gpun_l. d rive can now be used. Ifthe engine doee not accept require removal for service or replacement, the load, rsstartthe angine and allowit to it should be purged after reinstallatlon warm up for one minuteusingthe choke before operating the tractor.
  • Page 17 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of •...
  • Page 18 MAiNTPNANCE SCHEDULE ./_.._ __._ _/_._/_./_/F AS YOU COMPLETE CE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Brake Opera,on Check I_er_r presence and Intedock Systems R Che_ forLoo_FMtenen= I/'5 ch,,e,T,,,,_ Coo_0 Check V-Belts che_ E,_ OU_, EnOIne Oa(with oarated I/,._ NE ChangeF-_ne Oi (w"h°ut°Uf"ter) ClaanAirP-'_ t_: I G Oean_r so_en Muffler/Spark...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 V-BELTS BATTERY Check V-belts for deterioration and wear Your tractor has a battery charging system after 100 hours of operation and replace which is sufficient for normal use. How- if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. ever, periodic charging of the battery with Replace belts if they begin to slip from an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Oil Drain Valve 1. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on Closed and flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Locked _1--1 _ "_ replace cartridge. 2. Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with knobs. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge.
  • Page 22 CLEANING MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and of all foreign matter. i Clean en_]ine, battery, seat, finish, etc. spark attester (if equipped) as it coutd Keep finished surfaces and wheels free create a fire hazard and/or damage. of all gasoline, oil, etc. SPARK PLUG(S) •...
  • Page 23 I_TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Tum ignition key to =STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 24 • If links are not equal In length, adjust TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires areproperly...
  • Page 25 TO REPLACEMOWERBLADEDRIVE With Parking Brake BELT "Engaged" The mowerbladedrive belt may be replacedwithouttools. Parkthe tractoron levelsurface. Engageparkingbrake. BELT REMOVAL - Nut =A" 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "1"O REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
  • Page 26 Motion Control Lever Neutral Lock Gate ",.,=, Clutching Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it Keeper should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation Transmission section of this manual.
  • Page 27 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. BA'n'ERY Reinstall terminal guard. ,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate First connect RED battery cable to explosivegases. Keep sparks,flame and positive (+) battery terminal with hex smokingmaterialsaway frombatteries.
  • Page 28 1. With engine not running, move choke TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- control (located on dash panel) to full SEMBLY choke position. 1. Raise hood. 2. Loosen knob and remove cover 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. assembly from air cleaner. 3.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) storage at the end of the season or if the can attract moisture which leads to tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not =CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section In manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) ddve belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SPARK (OPTIONAL) t--©PLUG =J, c x IGNmON UNIT (2 PLUGS ON FUEL ]_/IN CYL ENGINES) O'_RGING SYI_B_ OUTPUT 2B VQL_ AC Q 3Q00 RPM FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED) BROWN NON-REMOVABLE...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Batter/ 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 7603J Case Batten/ 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 150109 Hold down Batten/Front 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4 Bait Frt 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Asm I.ight W/4152J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 BonCarriage 3/8-16xl 174996 Panel Dash Lh 175149 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X612 Hood 1L:Pog_8X BumperHood 180679 Plate Mtg Batt...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 GROUND DRIVE 120"_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 GROUNDDRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt Engine ..Tmnsaxla (See Breakdown) 134683 Strap Torque Lh Hydro Hydre Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 165866 Rod BhlttFender Adjust 169182 S'TO561210 PinCotter 1/8xlCAD 137057 Spacer Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 10040400...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 STEERING ASSEMBLY _t _ • ..l.____.J...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 WheeISteedng 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 SpindteAsmRH 6266H Beadng Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 12000029 Ring Klip#t5304-75 175121 UnkDrag STD551137...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 ENGINE J OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170546 ControlThrot Paddle 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Gut 1/4-20 x 1/2 ..Engine (See Breakdown)B&S Model No. 445777-0154-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm, Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 171877 Bolt 3/16-18unc x 3/4 w/seres 162797 Heat Shield Lt...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.272462 SEATASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIP_ON DESCRIPTION 18O597 Seat 121246X Bracket Mounting Switch 180166 Bracket Pivot Fender 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 1343OO...
  • Page 45 Decal Dash Pnl 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 181703 165799X428 Pad FootrestRH STLT 133644 Decal Customer Responsibility 138311 1632O4 Decal Craftsman Decal Handle LftHeight Adjust 169210 156439 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr Decal By-Pass 177357 Decal Hood LH 183373 Manual Owner's(English)
  • Page 46 • TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.272462 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm innerW/Plunga5r 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105787X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring 19211621 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4x21 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk .629 ID 125631X Gdp Handle Ruted 122365X Button, Plunger 139865 Link Lift Lh Rxod Length...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 MOWERDECK 106_ _-,103 1105 >21 23 24...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 MOWER DECK KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 16589_ Mower Dock Assembly, 42" 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake S_107 Bolt 133943 Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler 138017 Bracket Asasmbly,Sway Bar, 155046 Front 165723 Spacer, Retainer Guard, TUV Idler 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 119, 120_ >-4 r- m Z¢€ °i...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.272462 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Brake Actuating Pin 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 929B lOT_J 11_) 265 I 267J I _'_--_ "61 =_ * REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 265 r_ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR 267 8 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL INSTRUCTION MANUAl [1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I Kn'J LLO19 LABEL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 11 . _I 3. "_ I - _ __ l'°__i 240_' _._ 635 11411231 I ..^_'_'-'_ I _ Ii 15°H_ 9180 21CARBURETOR OVERHAUL Krr .-.._ I 108(,_:_,_ I L_-1130 51_ 11,.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 4457"/7,TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 74_' 358 ENGINE GASKET SET =o_ 8./_---- 163_ 2760 579311 51A_-'_ 868_ ) 943(_) 842_ 691 ® 22_ ]...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.272462 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Valve-Throttle 694001 BCylinderAssembly 690993 Kit-ThrottleShaft 499585 ushing/Seal Kit 499805 Float-Carburetor 391086 Tube-Fuel Transfer 690069 Sump*Engine 499803 Gasket-Float Bowl 693998 Heed%_-_ylinder ( Cylinder 1) 690994 I_:1: 693999 i Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272462 BRIGGS & STRA1-TON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690968 •+ Seal-Valve Knob-Air Cleaner 691008 399916 Wire/Connector-Alternator Alternator 691064 690970 .+ Gasket-Exhaust 691185 Regulator 690960 Screw (RockerArm Cover) 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 694000 Hose-Vacuum...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge is vertically parallel to e tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold In the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 60 For repairof major brand appliancesin your own home... no matterwho made it, no matterwlnosoldi'd 1-800-4-MY-HOME Any_e, day ornight (1-800_ (U.SA aKI Canad_ For repairof carry-inproductslikevacuums,lawnequipment,and electronics, c allfor lhe nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_rne, day orright ( U_SA orty) Forthereplacement parts, a ccessories a ndowner's manuals thatyou need to do-'_-yourself, callSears PartsDirectS"! 1-800-366-PART...

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