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Craftsman 917.271065 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.271065 Owner's Manual

15.5 hpelectric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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15.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271065
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This 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
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 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 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RepairParts........34 PartsOrdering..... B ack Cover Maintenance...' ..... t ...... 1 8 LIMITED'I3NO YEARWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDINGEQUIPMENT PARTS Fortwo (2) yea, rs fromthe date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRidingEquipment i s maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner's rna, nual,Sears_will _ rep_ir o r replace,free of charge,any parts foundto be defectivein mater_l orL_o_'kmanship.
  • 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. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before I, GENERAL OPERATION operating or storing the machine. Allow •...
  • Page 4 III. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing...
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.

  • Page 6: Safetyrules

    REPAIR AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on thi.= GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears UNLEADED CAPACITY store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES )ILTYPE SAE 10W30(above 32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) API-SF-SJ): •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt washer (1) Lock 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Shaft Steering j teering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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. Terminal Battery TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location Termin function of controls) 1.
  • 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 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. M&=, REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BA37"ERY CAUTION OR WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP OIL PRESSURE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • 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, Light Switch Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lift Ammeter...
  • 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 • For best cutting performance, grass Attachment Clutch Lever Attachemnt over 6 inches in height should "Engaged" mowed twice. Make the first cut Position_ Position relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Positio Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground...
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: When operating NOTE: To protect hood from damage temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and clean winter grade gasoline to help secured to tractor. Use an appropriate insure good cold weather starting.
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and IMPORTANT: Should your transmissior above) require removal for service or replace- ment, it should be purged after reinstall_ 7. ,When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. tion before operating the tractor. Place tractor safely on level surface •...
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • .Mower should be properly leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See "TO grass and trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems C_ck for Loose Fasteners I# # C_ Sharpen/Replace MowerBlades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transax,=eCooNng Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension t##5...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. p_rforming any maintenance. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.

  • Page 20: Operation

    TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY Yourtractorhasa The transaxle was sealed at the factory battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use, How- and fluid maintenance is not required the life of the transaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with transaxle ever leak or require...
  • Page 21 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick checking level. Insert dipstick into the Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. " tube and rest the oil fill cap on the Wash it in liquid detergent and water. tube. Do not thread the cap onto the 5.
  • Page 22 ENGINE OIL FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- 1.
  • Page 23 _CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY 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. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 24 • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT from trunnion on both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an • ,_t the midpoint of both sides of mower, equal number of turns.
  • Page 25 Remove belt from stationary idler and BELT INSTALLATION clutching idler. Install new belt in reverse order of Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. " removal. Carefully remove belt upwards from Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves transmission input pulley and over and inside...
  • Page 26 Move the motion control lever 1/4 to Washers 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to Retaining .creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. Axle Start engine and test. Cover "o If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. Motion Control Neutral Lock Gate Square Key /...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- REPLACING BATTERY SEMBLY 41_CAUTION: Do not short battery 1. Raise hood. terminals by allowing a wrench or any 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. other object to contact both terminals 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at the same time.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST - The carburetor has been preset at the factory Move throttle control lever from slow to and, adjustment should not be necessary. fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, However, minor adjustment may be required turn idle fuel adjusting needle out to compensate for differences in fuel, (counterclockwise)

  • Page 29: Serviceand Adjustments

    Also, experiance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wili not start Fill fuel tank. 1. Out of fuel. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug. Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing. i (continued) Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. Faulty spark plug.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control Poor grass discharge "FAST" position. Travel speed too fast. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Mower deck not level. Level mower deck. Low/uneven tire air pressure.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER CLUTCH ! BRAKE W_TE WHIT E MACK (PEDAL UP) FUEL ..ATT'MENT CLUTCH [ _-I GREEN (CLUTCH OFF) 86 n FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH (IF SO EQU{PPED) (NOT OCCUPIED) S_CK BL_K 1-85...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271065 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 161343 Switch, Interlock N OPO/N Opn 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Inoiudes4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11"...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BER 917.271065 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 17060612 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271065 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gr 314-0510 134683 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169183 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 169182 StrapTorque Rh Hydro Spacer, Axle...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271065 STEERING ASSEMBLY _7-----_e I...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteeringWheel 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 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Ktip...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 ENGINE _105 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170548 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) KohlerModel No, CV18,5-41896 ..159420 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 137180...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 SEAT ASSEMBLY 24 !i I-16 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Sprit .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 121250X Spdng 145006...
  • Page 45 Decal, Customer Maintenance 165800X428 133644 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Deck EZ3 165799X428 166887 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 169210 Owner's Manual, English 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 178706 Owner's Manual, Spanish 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271065 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 MOWER DECK 157 _67 106/_ 103 105 ,o_ ,/ ° / 102 f_ "" !147 21 22 _2/3 _112 115_...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION V-Belt 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 144969 STD533107 Bolt 73800600 Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16 MulcherCover 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 136420 Front 71081010 Screw 165460 Brecket Sway Bar 38/42" 19061216 Washer #10 Deck STD551110...
  • Page 50 119- 120- _128 f" I" :;o W ,,_ lID _127 35 \ I O7...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION t 70351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate,Trunion Machined 142887 Brake Actuating Pin...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLES 6--o 8 --_7 ENGINE CONTROLS 11 -- _--I0 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 ENGINE CONTROLS AIR INTAKE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 12-079-07-S Linkage, Choke 12-743-05-S Kit, Air Cleaner (Includes 12-237-01-S Clamp, Cable Key Numbers 2 thru 12) M-0664020-S Screw, Locked Socket 25-341-02-S Knob, Air Cleaner Cover M6 x 1.0 x 20 (2)
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 FUEL SYSTEM (_11 /,o: CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Lifter, Valve (2) Nut, Hex. Flange 12-351-01-S Kit, Cylinder Head M6xl.0 12-755-60-S X-22-11-S Washer, Lock 12-411-01-S Rod, Push (2) M-629116-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL OIL PAN / LUBRICATION Q--s 6...% CRANKCASE STARTING SYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271065 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15.5, TYPE NUMBER 41596 CRANKCASE IGNITION / ELECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-032-03-S Seal, Crankshaft 12-522-18-S 12-086-14-S Screw, Hex Flange Block, Cylinder (Use Short MlOx 1.5x46 Block) 12-468-03-S Washer, Plain 3/8 12-445-02-S Strap, Lifting 24-162-03-S...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. 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.