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Craftsman 917.273130 Owner's Manual

17.0 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
17.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273130
IMPORTANT:
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 prn, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comicraftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 prn, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comicraftsman...
  • Page 2 Warranty..........2 Maintenance......... 17 SafetyRules........... 3 Serviceand Adjustments...... 2 1 ProductSpecifications......6 Storage..........27 AssemblyiPre-Operation......8 Troubleshooting ........28 Operation..........11 Repair Parts.......... 32 MaintenanceSchedule......1 7 Sears Service......B ack Cover LIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRiding Equipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner'smanual, Searswill repair or replacefree of charge any parts that are foundto be defectivein materialor workmanshipaccordingto the guidelinesof coveragelisted below.Sears will...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- WARNING: In order to prevent tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree 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 people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine Jf anyone enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...
  • Page 6 Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is (MPH): Forward: 2nd 1.5 designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Shaft Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge i_(1) Knob For Future Use Slope Sheet Video...
  • 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 5. Pivot seat and pan forwardand as- NOTE: You may now roll or drive your sembleadjustmentknob and flat tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor washer loosely.Do not tighten. from the skid. 6. Lower seat into operatingposition and sit in seat.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION ALL BELTS (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replac- upright position. ing motion and mower blade drive belts 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front in the Service and Adjustments section of of mower deck opening and slide into...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR 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. Light Switch Ignition Switch Position Attachment Clutch Lever...
  • 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 standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 Attachment • The average lawn should be cut to ap- Clutch Lever Attachernnt proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool "Engaged" season and to over 3 inches during hot Position Position months. For healthier and better look- ing lawns, mow often and after moder- ate growth.
  • Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel from shipped, from the factory, already filled the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep best mowing performance. See "TO mower housing free of built-up grass and LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this •...
  • Page 17 As Y oo CO PLETE FILL IN DATES REGULAR SERVICE _%q_F- E_j_,_-_r_ SERVIC ..DATES Check Br_ke Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chad" Check B_ttery Level Clean Batteryand Terminals Check Trans_le...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 BATTERY Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- eration or at least once a year if the tractor Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before...
  • Page 20 2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner from NOTE: Operating the engine with a base. blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER removed will cause engine damage due to 3. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. overheating.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever Jn neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch Jn "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 22 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into Check adjustment on right side of trac- bracket, slide collar onto guide and tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front secure with large retainer spring. and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of 8.
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be re- 2. Measure distance between brake oper- placed without tools. Park the tractor on ating arm and nut 'W' on brake rod.
  • Page 24 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll FRONT WHEEL TOE-INtCAMBER around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and The front wheel toe-in and camber are not clutching idler. adjustable on your tractor. If damage has 5.
  • Page 25 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - Terminal Cover Keps Nut 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each Bolt battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable (Red) to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of Cable...
  • Page 26 ENGINE 2. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine Maintenance, repair, or replacement running and shift/motion control lever the emission control devices and systems, in neutral (N) position. which are being done at the customers ex- 3.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power Raise cutting height position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower 3.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER BL_OK FUEL LINE FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOll3 iI _0 EQU[_PEL_ SEAT SWITCH I 8?" 88 i (NOT OCCUPIED) OPERATOF_ BLA_ PLUG SPARK (2 PLUGS ON q_lN CYL. ENGINES) IGNITION SWITCH NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE POSITION SIRCUJ/ "I_IAKE"...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 ELECTRICAL _Xxx...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt He;< Hd I/4-20unc × 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176137 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152i 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red I46147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 175I 58 Fuse...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 × 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 16&337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 × I 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8- I6 x 1/2 185682X613 Hood Aasembly 184921...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 GROUND DRIVE °_...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transa;<le (See Breakdown) 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/I6-20 x 4 Gr. 5 Peerless 208-545C STD551143 Washer 148682 Spring, Return, Brake 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, FOOl Proof 123668X Pulley. Transaxle 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 STEERING ASSEMBLY I _39...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 184704)(428 Steering Wheel 172393 Axle Aasembly 189840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 189839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x I 8 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink STD55I 137...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 ENGINE 105_ _105 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170548X505 Control, Throttle 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting I/4-20× Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model CV490-27508 174667 Muf|ler 12-041-03 Gasket 148458 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer 189837 Shield BrniDbr Guard 137180 Arrestor, Spark 184900...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 SEAT ASSEMBLY \\\\ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 160597 Seat 121246;< Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 160188 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) I21248X Bushing Snap Bik Ny150 Id 7I 110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk I/4-20x1-I/2 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga...
  • Page 43 Decal, HP Engine 149516 Decal Battery DngriPsn Eng Decal Lift Handle 172331 Decal, Mower Srs I38311 Pad Footrest LH STLT 186282 Decal, Fender, Craftsman I65600X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger I65799X426 I86283 Decal, Hood Side I84989 Owner's Manual, English...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13----o_...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION I59460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger I59471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 × 1 ;(2I I20183X Bearing Nylong I25631X Grip Handle Fluted I22365X Button Plunger Read I39865 Link Asm Lilt L.H.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 MOWER DECK 106/_ 193 105 113 111 114 118 _ 119 F _117 10 ...-.-_ 42 D ma[t-t-Vulh stl_ 3...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Mower Deck Assembly, 42' STD533107 Bolt I84939 Knob Custom Oval 144959 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front STD541437 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck STD824008 138420 Mulcher Cover...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C ,41A _"/ MODEL and SERIAL I NUMBERSHERE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 790079 Brake Lever 772147 Traasaxle Cover 792073A Screw I/4 - 20 × 1-1/4' 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8 792085A Screw I/4 - 20 × 2 I/4 770128 Traasaxle Case 792075...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER CRANKCASEJ _3 22 _-_4...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKCASE CYLINDER H EADNALVFJBREATH PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12_032_03 S Seal, crankshaft 25_351-01S Liften valve (2) Block, cylinder (Use Short 12_755-94_S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3417, Gaskets 12 041 014S Block 12 522 51) 12 445_02-S Strap, lifting (Qty.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL] BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES AIR INTAKE '°1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490,TYPE NUMBER 27508 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION_ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-545010-S Screw. hex. flange 12_086-14_S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.Sxl0 (6) M10x1.5×46 24 468q0 S Washer, plain 1/4" 12_468-03 S Washer, plain 3/8" 12 146 07 S Plate, blower housing 24q62-03 S Screen, grass M-550010-S Screw.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLSJ OIL PAN / LUBRICATION _.._ 0--4 °-1...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 12-979q 1uS Linkage, choke Mgx1.25x79 (2) 12-237-01 S Clamp, cable 25-098-07 S Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 24 986_43_S Screw.
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.273130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2) 12_014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 25-139-27-S Plug, cup M-629116S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor wtgaeket (Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 Tie, cable 12-454-03-S.
  • 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 a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand apphances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and coohng systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold itt For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.