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Craftsman 917.270530 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270530 Owner's Manual

14.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270530
• 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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,
II 60179
visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.comlcraftsman

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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, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.comlcraftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LtMITED 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 ewner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwingob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injup/or death. I, GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow art Slopes are a major factorrelated to loss-of- instructions in the manua_and on the control and tipover accidents, which can machine before starting.
  • Page 4 IlL 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, especiallyblade Children are oRen attracted to the attachm_ bits, tk3ht and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 . Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so ,_, CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specificationsof the manufacturerof • Avoidstarting or stoppingon a slope, tf your tractor.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS your nearest authorized service center. 3APACITY UNLEADED We have competent, well-trained t_NDTYPE: REGULAR technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. :_ILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F! Please read and retain thismanual.
  • Page 7 Steering II Extension Steering W hee_ Steering AdapterS'_ee;;g" Sleeve U Shaft (1) Shoulder (1) Washer (1) Knob 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Yournew tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shippingpurposes,To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractorall parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, Review the video cassette before you begin.

  • Page 9: Operation

    TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1, Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
  • Page 10 ,/CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfiated BEFORE YOU OPERATEANB ENJOY at the factory for shippingpurposes. YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO Correct tire pressure is important for best ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND •...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. EATrERV CAUTtON REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING DRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR T RACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with Ihe locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ammeter Clutch ignition Switch _t Switch Lever Throttle/Choke...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractorcan result in foreign objects throwninto the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performingany adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glosses, NOTE: Failure to move throttlecontrol to HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR...
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING TO OPERATE ON HILLS HEIGHT CAIJTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do The positionof the attachment lift lever not drive across any slope. determines the cutting height. • Choose the slowest speed before •...
  • Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the enginefor thefirsttimeor if The engine inyour t ractor h as been the enginehas runoutof fuel, itwitltake extracrankingtimeto movefuel from the shipped, from the factory, already filled tankto the engine.
  • Page 16 MOWING "lIPS • if grass is extremely tall, it shouldbe mowed twice to reduce load and • Tire chains cannot be used when Ihe possiblefire bazar_ from 0(=ed mower housing is attached lo tractor. clippings. Make first cut relatively • Mower should be properly leveled for hi_h;...
  • Page 17 MAI rrENANCE SCHEOULE Chec_ TireP,es_ure I I/ CheCk Opera i_" Preserve I Interio<_ SySlen_ CheCkforLO{_e Fasleners (_'_ Sharpen/ReplaCeMower Blades V r, T Lu_ncatio_ Check BatieryLevel Clean Batieryand Terminals CheCk TransaxreCocking Adtust BladeBelial TenSion AdtustMC4;C_ D rive Be/t(s)Ten_icn ll/s Check Engine O. Level Change EngineOil f_2: C_ean _Jt Fi_er...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR 3. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensureproperassem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. If tractor requiresmore than six (6) feet 4.
  • Page 19 BATrERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Yourtractorhas a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is sufficientfor normal use. will result in increased oil consumplion However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F. Check your with an automotivecharger will extend engine oil level more frequently to avoid its life.
  • Page 20 ENGINE COOLING FINS 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cooling fins to prevent engine damage cartridge. from overheating. 4, Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, 1.
  • Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler,air filterand of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. Water in engine can result in a short- free of all _asoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING its highest position. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked Check adiustment on rightside of tractor. on level ground or driveway. Make sure Measure distance =D" directlyin front tires are properly inflated (See *PROD- and behind the mandrel at bottom edge UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if DRIVE BELT necessary. If stoppingdistance is still The mower blade drive belt may be greater than six (6) feet in highest replaced withouttools. Park the tractor gear, further maintenance is neces- on level surface.
  • Page 24 TOSTART ENGINEWITHAWEAK TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL BATTERY ALIGNMENT tf staef_ngwhee_crossbarsare not ,_C,_.UTION: Le,_d-_id batteriesgenerate hor{zoofal (left to dght) when wheels are explosive gases. _,eep sparks,_ positionedstraight forward, remove smoking materials away frombatteries. steering wheel and reassemble per Alwayswear eye protection whenaround instructions in the Assembly section of batteries.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    REPLACING BAI"rERY INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiringmay cause your _CAUTION: Do notshort battery tractorto run poody,stop running, or terminals by allowing a wrench or any preventit from starting. other object to contact both terminals at ,, Check wiring. See electrical wiring the same time.
  • Page 26 FINALsETrING - 2. Check that holes "A" in govemo_contrd lever andhole in governor plate fine-up, 1. Startengineand allowto warmfor five if holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp minutes. Make final adjustments with screw and move throttlecableuntil engine runningand shitt/moti(_ central holes are aligned.

  • Page 27: Storage

    bieoded fuels (called gasohel or using Immediately prepare your tractor for ethan(>)or methanol) can attractmo)stura storage at the end of the season or if the which leads to separation and formation tractor will not be used for 30 days or of acids during storage.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1, Fill fuel tank. _2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attemptingto start. 4. Bad spark plug. 14.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but 1, Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery. will not start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2, Clean battery terminals, 3, Loose or damaged wiring. 3, Check all wiring. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut- uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade, 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Mower deck not level. 2. Level mower deck. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 SCHEMATIC "° FUSE STARTER AMMETER _(OPTIONAL) SOLENC_D L..CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UPI ,_wi/e SEAT SWITCH ..(NOT OCCUPIE0) _7 _ SWITC'R fGNITION PLUG (OPTJONAL} _,_L UNIT SPARK s.ue LINE Pj "P_VJN C YL ENGfNES) FUEL Sl_lJT_'O_F F S&_NOID r_ED NOTE...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917,270530 ELECTRICAL pART _SCRIPllON 144925 _alte_ 12 Volt 25 AMP 74760412 Hex Hd 1/4-20_'_ X 3,'4 156417 Case Batte_' t53664 S_tch tntedock Push-tn 73350400 Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Uric 166181 Hames_ SOCketLight W/4152J Z?. 4152J _(b L_ht #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6ga 11* red 146t47...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES pART DESCRIPTION 16983/ CheSsisLtStamping 169061 Drav4_r 1;'06C612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32x3_4x16Ga_ 155272 nurnper Hoo_Dast_ _, 155924)(012 Saddle SLKSCRE FLT SDL 126471X CJJp InsuJator .406 Mtg Hole 168348X010 Oash SIkscr Phn Mech Sym 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 GROUND DRIVE pl_'r KEY phRt" _CI_PTK_I ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 127783 Pul)ey )tiler V Groove Plastic Peehess 206-545C 154407 Be_crank Clutch Gm Dw Stl 146682 SpringRe_umSrakeT/a_nc 123205X P_etainerBelt Style Sphe9 123666X puileyTransaxlels/20"tires $30523715 Bott Hex Hri 3/8-16u_ x t -1/2 121_(3_28 BingRetainer#5100-62...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 STEERING...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 STEERING P/_RT DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk 154427 Axle Asm Front LI 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169_39 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1,1/4 x 16 Ga, 12600029...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 9 17.270530 ENGINE KEY pARr NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 162157 " ControJTh/ch LH IV 1 80 20 22 _7720410 Screw Hex Thd Cul 1/4-20x3/8 T ..Engine (SeBBreakdown) Bnggs, ModeI No 287707-1255-E1 137352 Multfer Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV 165291 Gas_elEngl 3131dTLnPLatsd...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MOOEL NUMBER 91?'.270530 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KL=_ PART DESCRIPTION t_SCRIP'nON 140122 Seal 140551 Bracket Pvt St 12";_48× _shin 9 Snap BIk Ny156 }d 14 720504'L2 BOt| Rcin_ Sht t,ik 1,4-20xl -1/2 7_110616 BoltFinHex3/8.16ur_X_ "_5 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 19131610 WasherF_at13/32X1XlOGa 121_50X...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 DECALS t_EY pI_T DESCRIFII(_I DESCR_qION 156867 DecarDangerFenderEng/span Decal Dash Inst Oper Engl)sh 156439 165393 Deca[ C[utctv'orakeEnglish Decal HP Eng(ne 12 4g_0J Deca) V-Bert Dr Scb Tractor 171704 _;cal Hood Logo 146046 "_33"i79 Decat Panel Dash 6sp 42" Decal Mower OC System 16,3249 Decal V-Belt SCh...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR- MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 LIFT ASSEMBLY C4ESCR;PI'ION 159460 WireAsmlnnedSp_g W/plungerLT 15_471 Shaft ASm Lift t05767X Pin Groove 1 5C43 Zinc 1_O0002 E Ring #5133-62 1921162t Washe,_ Pltd 21132 X I X 2"tga 120163X Seadng Nylon BIk 629 td 125631X Grip Harris Ruted _tk 122"365X Bu|ton Plunger Rec_...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 MOWER DECK 40--'_ ""'.
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 MOWER DECK PART PART OESCRtPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 MowerDeckAssembly, 42" 137729 Screw, Thd, Roll 1/4-20 x 5/9 STD533107 Bolt 133944 Washer, Hardened 138017 BraeketAssernbly,SwayBar, 155(To6 RoLler Assembly, Cam Follower Front 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 L,ocknut 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/48"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER287707,TYPENUMBER1255-E1 1026...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS &STRA'II"ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE N UMBER 1255-E1 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL • REQU'_tES _PECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER287707,TYPENUMBER1255-E1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOH- MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS &STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER287707,"tYPENUMBER1255-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assemb{y 94637 Stud, Carburetor Motlnsn 9 399265 Bearing, Cyilbder 224948 Screen, Flbsh Rotating 391086 • Seal, Oil 225136 Washer, Spring 494238 Base, Engine 94626 Screw, Sem_ 495559 Head, Cyknder 281346...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGB & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94704 Screw, Hex Head 213998 Link, Counterweight 810668 Screw, Set 399891 Counterweight Assembly 496318 Housing, Blower 298909 Pin, Counterweight 94786 Screw, Hex, Head, 94593 Screw, Counterweight Blower Housing Mounting...
  • Page 59 .._=o I'OR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing...
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...