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Owner's Manual
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271530
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
* Maintenance
* Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously bulk 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 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED'I3NO 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 material or workmanship.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and thrawing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can...
- 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, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
- Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the 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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS Sears or other qualified service center. CAPACITY UNLEADED We have competent, well-trained techni- ANDTYPE: REGULAR cians and the proper tools to service or OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Steering Steering Wheel ering Extension Wheel Adapter Sleeve Shaft Insert © (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lock washer (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hax Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Washer (1)Knob 17132 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge For Future Use Video...
- Page 8 Yournewtractorhas been assembledat the factorywit parts left unassembledfor shippingpurposes.To ensuresafe and properoperationof your tractorall parts and hardwareyou assemble mustbe tightenedsecurely.Use the correcttoolsas necessaryto insure propertightness.Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten ASSEMBLY securely.
- Page 9 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid, Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor Ba_e_ from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR 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.
- Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE v_ CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate and enjoy your new at the factory for shipping purposes. tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. A, = BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNtNG ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
- Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your Iractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Ignition Switch Ammeter ,"...
- 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 or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 14 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE ON HILLS The position of the attachment lift lever _, CAUTION: Do not drive up or down determines the cutting height. hills with slopes greater than 15° and do • Grasp lift lever. not drive across any slope.
- Page 15 BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When startingthe engine forthe firsttime or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra The engine in your tractor has been crankingtime to move fuel from the tank to shipped, from the factory, already filled the engine.
- Page 16 MOWINGTIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and • Tire chains cannot be used when the possible fire hazard from dried clip- mower housing is attached to tractor. pings. Make first cut relatively high; the •...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCESCHEDULE/__"_,,__ AS YOU COMPLETE FILL IN DATES ___" DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake OPeratio_ I CheCk Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and TR Ir_erlock Syste_'_$ Chick f or L ooU_ Famne_s sharpen/Replace Mower Blades fl/4 LU_at_c_. oT CheckBattery Level ck3an Battery and Terminals C_ck Tra_,_xle COoling Adjust BladeRelt(s)Tens_ tcljusl Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
- 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 ensure proper assembly, BRAKE OPERATION center hole in blade must align with star If tractor requires more than six (6) feet on mandrel assembly.
- Page 19 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting in Your tractor h as a battery charging system cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils which is sufficient for normal use. How- will result in increased oi! consumption ever, periodic charging of the battery with when used above 32°F.
- Page 20 CLEAN AIRSCREEN TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Airscreen m ust b ekept 1. Remove cartridge nut. f ree of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. overheating. Clean with a wire brush or Clean base carefully to prevent debris compressed air to remove dirt and from entering carburetor.
- Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Water in engine can result in a shortened of all gasoline, oil, etc, engine life.
- Page 22 TO LEVEL M OWER H OUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Adjust themower while tractor i sparked Measure distance "D" directly in front and onlevel g round o rddveway. Make sure behind the mandrel at bottom edge of tires areproperly inflated ( See mower housing as shown.
- Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 4. Hoad test tractor for proper stopping BELT distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still The mower blade drive belt may be greater than six (6) feet in highest replaced without tools. Park the tractor on gear, further maintenance is neces- level surface.
- Page 24 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK MENT BATTERY If steedng wheel crossbars are not 4UM3AUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate horizontal (left to right) when wheels are explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and positioned straight forward, remove smoking materials away from batteries.
- Page 25 REPLACING BATTERY INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your diJICAU.T!ON:. Do not short battery tractor to run poorly, stop running, or terminals Dy allowing a wrencn or any prevent it from starting. other object to contact both terminals at •...
- Page 26 FINAL SE'I-FING- 2. Check that holes "A" in governorcontrol lever and hole in governor plate line-up. 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five If holes "A"are not aligned, Ion_en clamp minutes. Make final adjustments with screw and move throttle cable until holes engine runningand shift/motioncontrol are aligned.
- Page 27 51_fid_lffuels (ca31_gasohol or using or using prepare your tractor for ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture 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 more.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION _/ill not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" ,2 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start, 4.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean undersideof mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Obstruction in clutch _lower blades will 1. Remove obstruction. mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. ddve belt. i 3. Replace idler pulley. 3. Frozen idler pulley. Frozenblade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel. 1.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE ST._'_"TE (OPTIONAL) - _- ..:© : G-_---7 : ..SOLENOID CLUTCH/BRAKE IGNITION ..(NOT OCCUPIED W_IT E I i- -_-I- .._ .- (OPTIONAL) SPARK SL,_CK IGNITION PLUG _Ij_L_ UNIT eLUE LINE d TWI_ CYL ENGINES...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 33 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12• black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 175566 Switch Ig_ Delta Push-in 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 170217 Hamess Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 1/4-20unc x 1/2 131563 Cover TerminolRed...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 35 TRACTOR- M ODEL NUMBER 9 17.271530 CHASSIS ANDENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 169831 Chassis Lt Stamping 169661 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 155924X015 Soddle SLKSCRE FLT BDL 126471X Clip Insulator A06 Mtg Hole 168348)(010 Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk.
- Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 GROUND DRIVE _113...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga Dana4360-140 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 146682 Spddg Return Brake T/a Zinc 154407 Be,crank Clutch Gm Drv Sti 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20"...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271530 STEERING .."- :-?_--_'-::f " @...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271530 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk 154427 Axle Asm Front Lt 156483 Spindle Asm Lh 157473 Splnd_e Asm Rh 6266H Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1_5/8 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1ol/4 x 16 Ga.
- Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 ENGINE © OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170645 Control TWch 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..En_ne (See Breakpown) Bdggs, Model NO287707-1259-E1 137352 Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 148456 Tube.drain STD551237...
- Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271530 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 140_551 9r_ck_tPWSt 12124BX BusY_S/_ap91klv_50/d 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 72050412 Boll Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20Xl -1/2 t343Q_ Spacer Sptl( 28x 96 Yel Zinc _9131610 Washer Rat 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 121250X Spring Cprsn I 27 BIk Pnt...
- Page 43 Decal Malnt Cust Sears 160396 Decal V-Belt Sch Domes_c 163207 Decal Fender Sd 6/42 177249 Decal Replcmnt Sears 157199X428 Pad Footrest 193204 Decal Fender Craftsman White 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 149516 Decal Baften/Dngr/Psn 177089 ManualOwners Engfish Acrne 177080 ManualOwners...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271530 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 45 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Uft 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer PItd 21/32 x 1 X 21ga 120183X @eadng Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X Grip Han_e Fluted BIk 122365X...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271530 MOWER DECK...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 MOWER DECK PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 S'rD533107 Bolt 133944 Washer, Hardened 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 174284 Ro41er Assembly, Cam Front Folower 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271530 DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D 4360-140...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271530 DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-140 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170981 Housing,, Upper 120472X Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755 105928X Sprocket, 9T 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4.20 X 170988 Dear, Bevel, 36T .734 134394 Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft 134400 Ball, Detent 120473X...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 '_ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53 K_;_' TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. _',_ 1022 635_ _911, 307_ 35_?
- Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 BRIGGS & STRA'rroN ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 I 1019 LABEL KIT I 1058OWNER'SMANUAL...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271530 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 802_ _ _ :, 1o9o , " o ,; 803 _ _797 729A_! [1 - _44_ I< 305_. ' 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS 1006 @} lOO, 287.'_ 524_...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - MODE L NU MBE R 917.271530 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 9_77 CA. RBURE_R GASKET 104_ 127_ 276 _ 987_ 137 0 276_--_ 634A_ 634_ 117_ 231%42_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 358 ENGINE GASKET 524 _ 6170...
- Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271530 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly t04A 694918 _ Pin-Float Hinge 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 231855 Q Valve-Float Needle 391086 , Seal-Oil (Magneto Sidel 105A 694922 Q Valve-Float Needle 494238 Sump-Engina...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271530 BRIGGB & STRAI-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 892255 _:_ Sealing Washer 692037 Harness-Wiring 276A 695410 Ot SealJng Washer 789A 695050 Harness-Wiring 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690844 Housing-BlOwer 691429...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, 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 gredu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- 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 &...