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Owner's Manual
£RI:IFTSMRN °
16.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271080
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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, IL 60179
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am- 5 pro, Mort- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
- Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-...
- Page 3 • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. •...
- Page 4 manufacturer's recommended parts, before restarting. when necessary. • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, •...
- Page 5 In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase required by law (Section 4442 of the of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been California Public Resources Code). Other designed, engineered and manufactured states may have similar laws. Federal to give you the best possible dependability laws apply on federal lands.
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1)Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 5/16-18x 1-1/4 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
- Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE Washers #10 (2) Lock (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Weld Nuts 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 (2) Washers Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size Seat Video (2) Latch Hook Cassette Assemblies...
- Page 8 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open Seat Pan battery box door. Shoulder Bolt • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 Adjustment...
- Page 10 CHECKFORPROPERPOSITIONOF _,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge ALL BELTS guard from mower. Raise and hold guard Seethe figuresthat are shown for replac- when attaching mulcher plate and allow it ing motion and mower blade drive belts in to rest on plate while in operation. the Service and Adjustments sectoin of TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR...
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
- Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch...
- 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 c repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan dard safety glasses.
- Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ACAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches during mowers so equipped, Or the discharge hot months.
- Page 15 NOTE: Toprotecthoodfrom damage AWARNING: Expedence indicates that when transportingyourtractoron a truck alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or or a trailer,be sure hoodis closed and using ethanol or methanol) can attract securedto tractor. Usean appropdate moisture which leads to separation and meansof tying hoodto tractor(rope,cord, formation of acids during storage.
- Page 16 • Place tractor safely on level surface with COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and engine off and parking brake set. below) • Disengage transmission by placing free- • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke wheel control in freewheeling position position until the engine runs roughly., (See "TO TRANSPORT"...
- Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Mower should be properly leveled for mower housing free of built-up grass and best mowing performance. See "TO trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES RLL IN DATES AS*OOCO. REGULAR SERVICE ATES Chock Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems R Check f or Loose F asteners T Lubr_,onC_ Sharpen/Replace Check Battely Level Mower Blades Clean Batteq/and Terminals Check TransaxlaCooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tens_n Adjust Motion Ddve Bstt(s) Tension Check EngineOi_Level...
- Page 19 TRACTOR • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen per- • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. forming any maintenance. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat If tractor requires more than six (6) feet treated.
- Page 20 NOTE:The originalequipmentbatteryon your tractoris maintenancefree. Do not attemptto open or removecaps or cov- ers.Addingor checkinglevel of electrolyte is not necessary. TEMPERATURE F_t_E ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE TOCLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- Corrosionand dirt on the batteryandter- eration or at least once a year if the tractor minalscan causethe batteryto =leak"...
- Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and • Drain oil from engine crankcase (See chaff to prevent engine damage from over- ='1"OCHANGE ENGINE OIL"...
- Page 22 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Fuel Filler_ .,.J_.z_____j of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel tive type wax.
- Page 23 • 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 are properly inflated (See =PROD-...
- Page 24 • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Mandrel Idler Pulleys Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cool- ing fan blades. • Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. Mandrel •...
- Page 25 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Neutral Motion Control Lever Lock Gate BATi'ERY A, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batter- ies. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the ':..
- Page 26 REPLACINGBATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type A, CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located nals by allowing a wrench or any other behind the dash. object to contact both terminals at the same time.
- Page 27 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. The carburetor has been preset at the fac- IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the tory and adjustment should not be neces- engine governor, which is factory set for sary.
- Page 28 Immediately prepareyourtractor for stor- experience indicates that alcohol blended age at the end of the season or if the trac- fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or tor will not be used for 30 days or more. methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during _,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" • Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. ° attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug. •...
- Page 30 rROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Recharge or replace battery. • Weak or dead battery. Engine clicks but will not start • Corroded battery termi- • Clean battery terminals, nals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. •...
- Page 31 "ROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poorcut-uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 32 1ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of drive • Freewheel control in =dis- • Place freewheel control in engaged" position. "engaged" position. • Motion drive belt wom, • Replace motion drive belt. damaged or broken. • Air trapped in transmis- •...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID ---e--- NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS RELAY IGNmON SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR _6moN clRcu_ SERVICING OF UNIT, THEy SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. ,, RUN G+M+I NONE...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 THACTOFI - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 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, Intedock N Opn/N Opn STD551125 Washer, Lo_k 7335O4OO Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includea4152J) 4152J...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES "...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 165583 Chassis Stamping 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. RotL 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 BumperHood/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H.
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 GROUND DRIVE 29-_. .146 /"_...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spacer, Split ..Transaxle(See Breakdown) 121199X Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Hydro Gear Model 319-0650 121749X Gauge 142431 Spring, Return, Brake E-Ring 143995 Pulley,Transaxle STD581075 Key, Square 165866 Rod Shift FenderAdjust 123583X...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139766 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly,L.H. 157473 SpindleAssembly, R.H. 62661-1 Bearing, Race,'rhrust, 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, _ip 3366R...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine (See Breakdown) ..KohlerModel CV16-43519 159420 Muffler 13280328 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPTx3-1/2 13200300 Elbow,Standard 90o, 3/8-16 NPT STD551237 Washer 159880 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 137180 Arrestor,Spark...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-2Ox 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...
- Page 45 Decal, Customer Maintenance 163205 Decal, Fender Auto Seers 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 138311 Decal, UricHandle 1632O4 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger " 154516 Pad Footrest RH STLI_ 169210 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd Lt...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 LIFTASSEMBLY...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 10576-/X Pin, Groove 12O00002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 MOWER DECK >21 10..-_...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 140086 Spdng, TorsionBrakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 KnobCustom Oval BracketAssembly, S way Bar, 162113 Front 144200 V-Belt 138440 BracketAssembly, Sway Bar 142427 Rod, Clutch, Primary,with Nibs STD624008 Retainer Spring...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 142930 Housing,Lower 142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differen_alAssembly 142932 Seal, Up 142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining 142961...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV16S,TYPENUMBERPS-43519 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J 11 1_ 20--_S' CRANKCASE [ _--14...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 25-351-01 Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft 12-755-81 Kit,cylinderhead (Includes 3-17) Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-041-01 Carburetor gasket(2) 12-445-02 Strap, lifting 12-041-02...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES IGNITION / ELECTRICAL _/,/s --tt AIR INTAKE I 0---7 f_mJ fo.._€...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 IGNmON/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12.086-14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 24-162-03 24-463-10 Washer, plain 1/4 Screen, grass M-0639016 12-146-07...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS I _ld( °ll OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I ° O--4 s-_ _ 22- 18"_.__..._ 0_11...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M.O839070 12-079-07 Unkage, choke Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 12-237-01 Clamp, cable 25-098-O5 Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) M-0664G20 Screw, lobed socket M6xt.0x20 12-755-54 Kit, drive end 12-227-06...
- Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CRANKSHAFT I FUEL SYSTEM I...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Crankshaft (Includes 2) M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 12-014-37 Washer, star 1/4 12-139-01 Plug, cup X-22-11 M-0629116 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) 12-853-95 Kit, carburetorw/gasket (Includes 6,7,8 qty 1...
- Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, "" NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not arseter than 15 °) never across the face. Make turns gradu- illy to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- Page 64 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME SM (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11 pm CST, 7 days a week...