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Craftsman EZ 917.270810 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ 917.270810 Owner's Manual

19.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
[RAFTSM N °
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRAN_RA-X-L-E
LAWN TRAGT4 I
Model No.
917.270810
• 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 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...
  • Page 2 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. (In-home warranty service...
  • Page 3 • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by •Tum 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. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial =ight.
  • Page 4 manufacturer's recommended parts, • Nevermakeadjustments or repairswith when necessary. the enginerunning. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Grass catchercomponentsaresubject Wrap the blade(s)or wear gloves, and to wear,damage,anddeterioration, use extra caution when servicing them. whichcould expose moving parts or •...
  • Page 5 California 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) Large Rat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer © 17/32 x 1-3/1 (1) Knob...
  • Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (2) Screws (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts 3/16 (2)3/W?h6_aug Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size @@ (2) Washors (2) Shoulder 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 (2) Centerlock Nuts Bolts Seat...
  • Page 8 Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat the factorywithexceptionof thosepartsleft unassembled for shippingpurposes. T oensuresafe andproperoperationof yourtractor all partsandhardwareyou assemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttools as necessary to insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyou begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR • Position steering wheel so cross bars ASSEMBLY are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate CONNECT BATTERY using screw, washer, lock washer, and • Lift hood to raised position. weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch •...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR MOWER DECK DISCHARGING The gauge wheels are designed to keep Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for the mower deck in proper position when operating mower.
  • Page 11 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE /CHECKLIST The tires on yourtractorwereovednflated PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING at the factory for shipping purposes. CHECKLIST: Correct tire pressure is important for best •/ All assembly instructions have been cutting performance. completed. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in No remaining loose parts in carton.
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmayappearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnand understand their meaning. BATI'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON LIGHT OVER TEMP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswith yourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments. S avethis manual for future reference. Light Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Choke Control .. - - Throttle Clutch/Brake Pedal Lift Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Parking Brake Height...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta- cles, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 TO ADJUST MOWERCUTTINGHEIGHT OPERATE ON HILLS The cuttingheightis controlledby tuming CAUTION: Do not drive up or down the heightadjustmentknobin desired hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do direction. not drive across any slope. A slope guide • Turn knob clockwise (Q) to raise cutting at the back of your manual is provided for your use.
  • Page 16 GASOUNE than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, Cleanl regular attempts, push choke control in, wait a unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 few minutes and try again. If engine still octane.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass the cut area to the right of the machine. and trash. Clean after each use.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REau SERV,CE / /P/P/ ERV'CE DATES Check Operator Pre_ence _,,t_m_ _ Check for _ Fasteners _rperdReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level clean Battery and Terminal= v" Trarmaxle Cooling AdjustBladeBelt(s)Tension It's Adjust Motion Ddve Ban(s)
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole isn blade must align with Always observe safety rules when per- star on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
  • Page 20 • Keep batteryand terminals clean. Check the crankcase oil level before start- • Keep battery bolts tight. ing the engine and after each eight (8) • Keep small vent holes open. hours of operation. "Tighten oil fill cap/dip- • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. stick securely each time you check the oil level.
  • Page 21 TO SERVICECARTRIDGE • Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate. • Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Fins • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. • Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, pre- cleaner, cover and secure with knob(s).

  • Page 22: Remove/Install Mower

    ,_CAUTION: 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. •Tum ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING equal in length. Both links should be approximately 10-3/8". Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- •...
  • Page 24 BELTINSTALLATION - • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves • Install new belt in reverse order of and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal. removal instructions. Mandrel Idler Pulley Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE...
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND • Replace washers and snap retaining ADJUSTMENT ring securely in axle groove. The transaxle should be in neutral when • Replace axle cover. the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent (lock gate) poslUon._The adjustment is flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant preset at the factory;...
  • Page 26 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre- vent it from starting. L.H.PPanel i---711 ," • Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia- gram in the Repair Parts section of this Bolt manual.
  • Page 27 belowbeforelooseningcable, ff adjust- then tum out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 ment is necessary, p roceedas follows: to 1-1/2 turns. • With engine not running, move choke FINAL SETTING control (located on dash panel) to full • Start engine and allow to warm for five choke position.
  • Page 28 fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- methanol) can attract moisture which age atthe end of the season or if the trac- leads to separation and formation of acids tor will not be used for 30 days or more. during storage.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Out of fuel. • Will not start Fill fuel tank, See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not"CHOKED" • Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ;CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE i • Loose or damaged widng. • Check all wiring. Engine clicks but ! - Faulty solenoid or starter. I • Check/replace solenoid or will not start (con- starter. • Cuffing too much • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- Loss of power tion/reduce speed.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Poorcut - uneven grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. (coot'd) • Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction. Mower blades will not rotate mechanism. • Replace mower drive belt. • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. •...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable Ground 121305X Switch Seat 140301 Switch Ign 4 Position 124211X Nut Igni_on 141226 Cover IgnitionSwitch 109310X Key Molded Craftsman 156442 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BII_ Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps BIkHex 1/4-20 Unc...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160392 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 BumperHood/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Can'lage 3/8-16 x3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 GROUND DRIVE _149 _-150...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD541431 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18 UNC ..Dana 4360-122 105710X Unk. Clutch 146682 Spring,Retum, Brake 105709X Swing. Clutch Return 123666X Pulley,Transmde STD523712 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 160855...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR " " MODEL HUMBER 917.270810 STEERING ASSEMBLY _'_4_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 AxleAssemblySTMP Dropped STL 156483 SpindleAssembly,LH. 157473 SpindleAssembly,FLH. 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, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 ENGINE '_25 _"_" 17__ 12 ' OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT __,,_ "" 4 Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27081.0 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 Control,Throt Paddle32 22 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown)No. 42E707-2631-El 149723 MufflerExhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 150176 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 WiSems 145552...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR ; - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3350 Blk/blkCraftsman 121248X BushingSnap BIk Ny150 ld 140551 BoltRdhdSht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 BracketPnt PivQt S eat (blk) 72050412 STD523710 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16uricX 1 134300 SpacerSpFJt 28 X 96 Zinc 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 121250X...
  • Page 43 156439 Dec.at,Fender Danger Seam 146046 Decal, Mower Drive Schematic 273503 Decal, Engine B&S 160396 Decal, BatteryDiehard Sears 163200 Decal, Hood, R.H. Craftsman 138047 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 163202 Decal, Hood, L.H. Craftsman 163203 Mulching 163207 Decal, Fender SD. Wht. Decal, Battery Rad/6Sp 42"...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 LIFT ASSEMBLY 32 7...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR ' - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 tilt Lever Inner WireAssembly 159471 Shaft Assembly,Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12(XXXX)2 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button,Plunger,Red 139865 Link, Lift,LH.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR. - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 MOWER DECK "_132 103 105 21 22 113 111 118" "...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 122052X Spacer, Retainer S'rD533107 Bolt 140086 Spring,To.on Brakes 138017 BracketAssembly, S way Bar, 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Front 162113 Knob Custom Oval 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 144200 V-Belt STD624008...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 45_)
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 160955 Housing, Upper 2231J Washer, Plain, .632 X 1.00X .031 2274J Screw. Tapping,1/4-20 X .734 1344OO Ball, Detent 160944 Assy, Gear, Comb., 12T & 30T Shaft, Idler 105904X Spdng, Detent...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 525 _ 235_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 1005...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 615A 209A...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 8A__2 l'1o18 LA':"=L K"rl "k"REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 497074 CylinderAssembly 270884 * Gasket, Intake Manifold 399265 Bushing Mounting 391086 * Seal, Oil 93970 Screw, HexHead, 493304 Sump, Engine Carburetorto Manifold 493457 Head, _ 93208...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 491297 LeverAssembly,Governor 224816 Baffle,Air,Cylinder #2 62199 Washer 491304 Plate, Back " 230223882 Washer, GovernorCrank, Inside 92278 Nut, Hex. 224995 Shield, Fuel Spray 93053 Clamp, 394358...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270810 SCHEMATIC Ig.AC_ BATTERy FUSE 3OAMp. AMMETER STARTER 8L_CK L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE --_ )G (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH 7__0 0"_ GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) _ SPARK PLUG IGNITION UNIT PLUGS ON _NIN CYL ENGINES)
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "]" --, ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, .,.,.. NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE TH_ j 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.
  • Page 60 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega 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...

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