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Craftsman 917.271823 Owner's Manual

19.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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19.5 liP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271823
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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 pro, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craffsman

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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 pro, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craffsman...
  • Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS 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 found to be defective in matedal or workmanship.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cuttng mach nes capab e of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in sedous injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss- instructions in the manual and on the ot-contro| and tipover accidents, which...
  • Page 4 Ill.CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents canoccur if the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. attachment bolts, tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so _1_ CAUTION: Tow onlythe 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 of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
  • Page 6 REPAIR AGREEMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety roles. API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steedng Extension Steering Shaft Steedng Sleeve Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Adapter 3/8-16 x 1 © Insert Wheel (1) Lock I washer • (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) LargeRat Locknut Washer 5/16-18 Seat _tsher 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette...

  • Page 8: Tools Required

    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: Install Seat

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat b efore t ightening adjustment Operation section for location and knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat 1, Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat t ocardboard attachment llft lever to its highest packing and setaside f or assembly of...
  • Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE INSTALL MULCHER PLATE The tires on your tractor were overinflated (If previously removed) at the factory for shipping purposes. 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in Correct tire pressure is important for best upright position. cutting performance. 2.

  • Page 11: To Start Engine

    I/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is proporly prepared and charged.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'FrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LtGHT MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of vadous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. "it Switch Attachment Ignilion Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter Lever...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which con 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 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, disengage attachment clutch control. height of grass and typos of grass being _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower mowed. without either the entire grass catcher, on •...

  • Page 16: Add Gasoline

    • Do not push or tow tractor at more than IMPORTANT: When operating in two (2) MPH. temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, • To reengage transmission, reverse clean winter grade gasoline to help above procedure. insure good cold weather starting. NOTE: To protect hood from damage AWARNING: Experience indicates that...

  • Page 17: Cold Weather Starting

    WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° Fend PURGE TRANSMISSION above) _kCAUTION: Never engage or disengage 8. When engine starts, slowly push freewheel lever while the engine is choke control in until the engine running. begins to run smoothly. If the engine To ensure proper operation and pedor- manse, If is recommended that the starts to run roughly, pull the choke transmissionbe purged before operating...

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    MOWING T IPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should b epropedy leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best m ewing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section ofthis •...

  • Page 19: General Recommendations

    CBeck Operator P_ce T interlock Symm= Cl_edl for Loose Fastmlem cA Sha_lv_eplace Mower Bled_ oT ch_ BetmryLav_ CBec_ Tmrr=axkl Cooling Adjust B ledJBelt(s) T _Ioe Adjust M om_ _ Belt(=) T ension changeEngln_ON _/_: Clean Air Fll_r N Clean N r Scn_e_ Insp_ MuffkwSp_ rk ArmOur Replace OI Fbr (If equipped)
  • Page 20 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. 5. Tighten belt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. BRAKE OPERATION torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping distance at high speed in...
  • Page 21 NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils TO CLEAN BA'I-I'ERY AND TERMINALS (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Corrosion and dirt on the batten/and cold weather, these multi-viscosityoils terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 22 Oil Drain VaJve 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debds from entering carburetor. Closed and 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. Position NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. Drain 4. Reinstall cartddge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with Locked _T knob(s).
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, Keep finished surfaces and wheels carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shollened free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 24 • if links are oot 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 are propedy inflated (See =PROD- turns.
  • Page 25 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Mandrel Idler Pulleys Carefully remove belt upwards from Pulley_ transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. 4. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around Mand_ engine pulley. 5.
  • Page 26 Neutral LockGate TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Motion Control BAI"I'ERY _, CAUTION: Leed-ecid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Adjustment B olt If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 27 Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then _eadlight Wire RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.
  • Page 28 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, 2. With throttle control lever in slow loosen casing clamp screw and move position, hold throttle lever against choke cable until choke is completely idle speed screw and adjust idle closed. Tighten casing clamp screw speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.
  • Page 29 Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can aftract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. iWill n_ _art Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" propedy, in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug, 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART CAUSE _ORREC_ON PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. {continued) 4. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil leveVdirtyoil. 5. Check oil leveVchanga oil. 6.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge =FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 SCHEMATIC FUSE (OP_ONAL) I _ ..,©,_ SEAT SWTTCH ..(NOT OCCUPIED) , ..(CLUTCH GROUND NG (OPTIONAL) SPARKpLuG FUEL i -- -- (_ PLUGS ON LINE I CYL ENGINES) c_na_o svrn_ OLrmUT _VOt_Sh: U_. e _O RP_ FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID (IF SO EQUIPPED)
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBE R 917.271823 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bo_t,He;< 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Batter/ 145211 Bett, Btr Frord 1/4-20 x 7-t/2 15010G Holddown Battew Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nyton Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166182...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawher 17(To0612 Screw _8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hoo_Oa=dl 168_7X013 Da_/t $30533710 Bo_t,Cardage 3/8-16xl 155S27 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip "rinnerman Gdlle P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 ScTew Thdrol 3/8-1 g x 1/2...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 GROUND DRIVE 28_.
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Tmnsaxle ( See Breakdown) $113G51143 WM_er ..RHY_roGr314-O510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 165866 Shift Fender Adjust 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine $30561210 Pin Cotter t/8 x 1 CAD 169183 Strap Torque Lh 10040400...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271823 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139765 Steedug Wheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 626_H Beadng, Race, ThrUSt, Hardensd 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 120(X)029 Ring, Klip 3366R...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170547 Control "t'hrotPaddle 173"20410 Screw Hex "rhd Cut 114-20x_8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 461707 149723 Mutfler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm, Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 ClampTube Double E 171877...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY pART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIPJblkCraftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 14_51 Bracket Pnt PIvo_ Seat (blk) 72(T_0412 Bolt Rdhd Slit Nk 1/4-20x1*1/2 71110616 8c4t Fin Hex 3_-16unc X I 134300 spacer Sp6t 23 X 96 Zinc 19131510...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal Hoed Side 160396 Decal Mower Ddve SchematJc 171696 Decal Hood Rh cmgsman 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 171697 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 172331 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 176681 Decal Engine H/P 149516 Decal Batte W 133644 Decal Malnt Customer Sears Dora...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lilt Lever Inner Wlre Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Uft 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 2t Ga. 120183X Beating Nylong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 162865...

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917_71823 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1658_ MoWer Housing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) S_To33107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 V-Belt Front STD541437 Lockn_, Hex W/Wsh 3/_-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 ran, -L33...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 170_51 Main Housing, Assembly 17040e Roter, _roke 170_52 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Sent}on, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swgshplat e,Trunion Machteod...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 DRIGGS & STRATFONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER0147-E1 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL I flOlS_BEL Kn" I...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 BRIGGS & STRA'I'FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1 212 €_ 122_ 50 °_ 2013.._.J 202,_--.-_ $ ., I 414o 4,%_, [629 cgl,,_ 212_="'_ 524 o 119_ 107197 102_ 102_ 80 14_, _7_ _--_ _... 105_ 859A " _" "._.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 BRIGGS& STRA'I'TONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER0147-E1 I_.11 11036EMISSIONS LABEL I i13+ 861FUELPUMPKIT 432_ 392_ 1119_...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 BRIGGS & STRA'FfONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1 332_ 197_r 934_ 75 1006 1005_ 363_ 695 W I 307| 865A_iI_ 306A_ 3071 8°2! 1051 797A 697_...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 BRIGGS& STRA'I'FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 Cylinder Assembly 807923 Idle Speed K'_ 399265 Bushing-Cylinder 693509 _ Gasket-Carburetor Body 391086 • Seal-Oi! 893506 _ pin-Ftoat Hinge 692078 O ValveoFIoat Needle 493304 Sump-Engine 691162...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271823 BRIGGS& S'rRA'I'FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 394891 Armature-Magneto 690958 Nut_mm:,Brush Retainer)r) 691061 Screw (Armature) 797A 693167 Nut Brush R_ine 802592 Sparkplug 691967 Cap-Drive Gasket Set 495868 691286 Cap-End 691077 Washer-Ground Terminal 691427 Housin;g-_Starter 691062...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN RiLL NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING _ "_ GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent Upping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 Forrepairofmajorbrandappliances in yourown home... no matterwho made it,no matterwhosoldit] 1-800--4-MY-HOM E_ /w/rime, day o¢ r_ghl (l-e0o.4e_Fo_) (u.s._. a nd Canada) '_w_/.fleal_corr WWW,,f_e_f,.ca equipment, For repair of carry-in products likewcuums, lav,_ electronics, callforthenearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any'_me, dayor r_t_(U.S.A. or_ wv_v_ Forthe replacement p arts,accessoriesand owner'smanuals •...

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