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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSHAN
15.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAX_L
LAWN TRACTGd
Mod._el_No,__.
917.271011
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
t 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 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179
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- Page 1 CAUTION: 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 pm, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,...
- Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. 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.
- Page 3 • Turnoff blades when not mowing. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by • Stop engine before removing grass putting your foot on the ground. catcher or uncloggingchute. • Do not use grass catcher on steep - Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes.
- Page 4 manufacturer's recommended pads, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or Check brake operation frequently.
- Page 5 Califomia Public Resources Code). Other CONGRATULATIONs on your purchase states may have similar laws. Federal of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been laws apply on federal lands. A spark designed, engineered and manufactured arrester for the muffler is available through...
- Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (2) Weld...
- Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Steering Seat Boot Video Cassette Mulcher Plate _----.-..-w Steedng Wheel Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Washers 3/8 • (2) Gauge x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Steedng Extension Shaft Insert...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of .those parts left una_Seml:ded 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 TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Adjust seat before tightening adjustment CHECK BATTERY knob. • Lift seat pan to raised position and open • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. battety box door. • Place seat on seat pan and assemble •...
- Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Hook Points Weld Nut From Down The tires on your tractor were overinflated The Top at the factory for shipping purposes. Lock Correct tire pressure is important for best Weld Washer cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
- Page 11 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO v' CHECKLIST MOWER DECK Please review the following checklist: The gauge wheels are designed to keep ,/ All assembly instructions have been mower-deck in proper position when completed. operating mower. Be sure they are proper- ,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
- Page 12 These-symbolsmay 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 MOWER LIFT...
- Page 13 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 Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever...
- Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objectsthrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Alwayswear safetyglasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or - repairs. We recommenda wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
- Page 15 TO TRANSPORT mately 2-1/2 inches duringthe cool season - and to over 3 inches during hot months. • Raise attachment liftto highest positionwith For healthier and better lookinglawns, mow attachment liftcontrol. oftenand after moderate growth. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be •...
- Page 16 • When engine starts,allow engine to run _WAIFINING: Experience indicates that with the throttle control in the choke position alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using untilthe engine runs roughly,then move ethanolor methanol) can attract moisture throttlecontrolto fast position.This may whichleads to separation and formation of require an engine wanTeup period from acids during storage.
- Page 17 across or perpendicular to the firstcut path. MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Change yourcutUng pattem from weekto IMPORTANT: Fix best perlonTmnce,keep week. Mow north to southone week then mower housing free of built-upgrass and changeto east to westthe next week. This trash.
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE ICE DATES! REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners lk f Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level CkDan Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade BaR(s) Tension Ik/s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
- Page 19 TRACTOR washer in exact order as shown, • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when per- IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat forming any maintenance. treated, BRAK-EOPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Trailing Mandrel stopping distance at high speed in highest...
- Page 20 • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful • Rechargeat 6-10 amperes for I hour.
- Page 21 conditions. SPARK PLUGS O Remove knob and Cover. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from each mowing season or after every 100 base_ hours of operation, whichever occurs first. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
- Page 22 _LCAU-TION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
- Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should be on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately 10-3/8". tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS").
- Page 24 BELTINSTALLATION- and inside all belt guides. Install mower in reverse order of • Install new belt in reverse order of removal instructions. removal. • Makesure belt is in all pulley grooves Idler Pulley Idler Pulley Mandrel Pulley Mandrel Pulley Remove belt from stationary idler and TO ADJUST BRAKE clutching idler.
- Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS away from fuel tank and battery. • Block up axle securely. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and ORDER - washers to allow wheel removal (rear • BLACK cable first from chassis and wheel contains a square key - Do not then from the fully charged battery.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL Keps CABLE Hex Bolt The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be neces- sary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is nec- essary, proceed as follows: •...
- Page 27 • Recheck idle speed. Readjust if neces- lowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove saw. the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting nee- ACCELERATION TEST - dle. _ ..• Move throttle control lever from slow to •...
- Page 28 ImmedLa_tely.prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age atthe 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 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Will not-start-- • Fill fuel tank. • Out of fuel. • See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not =CHOKED" prop- Operation section. erly. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Loss-of p ower(cont'd) • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with • Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Clean underside of mower hous- Poor grass discharge • Buildup of grass, leaves and (cont'd) trash under mower. ing. • Mower drive belt wom. • Replace mower drive belt. • Blades improperly installed. • Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER CLUTCH 1 BRAKE (OPTIONAL) .."G ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) SWITCH FUELSHUT-OFF SOLENOID y;_lo_ IGNITI_= SEAT SWITCH (NOTOCCUPIED) PRESENCE RELAY #1 STATOR BRAKE NOTE BRO_ YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal OP Olive 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 161352 Harness, Ignition 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160392 ChassisAssembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660...
- Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 39 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut CrownLock5/16-18UNC Transaxle(See Breakdown) STD541431 Dana, Model Number4360-122 105710X Unk, Clutch 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 105709X Spdng,ClutchReturn 123666X Pulley, Transaxle STD523712 BoltFinHex 3/8_16x 1-1/4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 160855 V-Belt,GroundDrive' 121520X Strap, Torque 127274X Keeper,Belt, R.H.
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 STEERING ASSEMBLY . ,- .._..",:_, •...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 154427 Axle, Asm Front 156483 Spindle, Asm Lh 157473 Spindle, Asm Rh 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x I 5/8 x 16ga Washer, 27/32 x I 1/4 x 16 Ga 19272016 12000029 Ring, Klip #t5304-75...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ENGINE ss S S-_ s_ S '_'-- "" -" "';'_','I _" ' I°'l "J illt l -:,_'_...- _ )jl,.<,., OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throt/ Ch 17720410 Screw,Hex ThdCut 1/4-20x5/8T Engine(See Breakdown)KohlerModel No. CV15S-41567 137350 Muffler 13280328 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow,Std90 Degree3/8-18 Npt Washer STD551231 159880 Shield,BRN/DBRG_uard 137180 Arrestor, S park 109202X Tank,Fuel 156990 Cap Assembly, F uelTank,Vented...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 SEAT ASSEMBLY • I _PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Cordage 114-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...
- Page 45 Decal, BatteryDiehard Sears Decal,Uft Handle 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 138311 Pad FootrestLH STLT 163203 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 154515 Pad FootrestRH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 154516 Owner'sManual,English 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 163727 Owner'sManual,Spanish 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 163728 WHEELS &...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13-------_ 31 _...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger LT 159471 ShaftAsm. _.ift 105767X Pin Groove ! 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Red 139865...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 MOWER DECK ,117...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 140086 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Front 162113 Knob Custom Oval 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 144200 V-Belt t,"...
- Page 50 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 160955 Housing, Upper 2231J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00 X .031 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 134400 Bell, Detent 160944 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T Shaft, Idler 105904X Spring, Detent...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 AIR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES ° 8rag ENGINE CONTROLS ._r---_, llLI,orl |d(_l'" °_- 1=%'_-LI P' .61-, EXHAUST] /" °...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 Kit, Air Cleaner 12-079-07 Linkage, Choke (Incl. Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable 25-341-02 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover M-0664020 Screw, Locked Socket...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...
- Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-853-56 Kit, Carburetor (Incl. #2 thru 6) 12-351-01 Ufter, Valve (2) 12-041-02 Gasket, Air Cleaner 12-75.5-60 Wit,Cylinder Head 12-053-56...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271011 KOHLER ENGINE- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41567 IGNrr_DN I E!._ECTRICAL CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw, Hex Flange 12-032-O3 Seal, Crankshaft MIO x 1.5 x 46 12-522-18 Block, Cylinder (Use Short 12-468-03 Washer, Rain 3/8 Block) 24-162-03...
- Page 60 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home CalhTam .--7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n...