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Owner's Manual
£RAFTSl4AN o
16 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271070
• 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, Mon- 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, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
- 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.
- Page 3 • Turn off blades when not mowing. • DO nottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes.
- Page 4 before manufacturer's recommended parts, 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 to wear, damage, and deterioration, use extra caution when servicing them.
- Page 5 California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase laws apply on federal lands. A spark of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been arrester for the muffler is available through designed, engineered and manufactured...
- 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 Rat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10 (2) Weld...
- Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Mulcher Plate Steering Boot Video Cassette Steering Wheel Parts Bag Manual Parts Bag contents not shown full size Wheel Insert Extension teering Shaft teering Slope Sheet Latch Hook Steering Wheel Assemblys , Adapter (2) Keys...
- 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 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. battery box door, • P_ace seat on seat pan and assemble •...
- Page 10 Hook Points CHECK TIRE PRESSURE 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 v" CHECKLIST Please review the following checklist: •/ All assembly instructions have been completed. J" No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). 4 Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight- ened securely.
- Page 12 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 CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE...
- 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch...
- Page 14 The operationof anytractorcan resultin foreignobjectsthrowninto the eyes,whichcan resultin 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 stan- dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR •...
- Page 15 proximate and may vary depending upon CAUTION: Do not operate the mower soil conditions, height of grass and types without either the entire grass catcher, on of grass being mowed. mowers so equipped, or the discharge • The average lawn should be cut to guard in place.guard in place.
- Page 16 TO START ENGINE a load,whileon a slope,is dangerous. Tirescan lose When starting the engine for the first time traction with the ground and or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will cause you to lose control of your tractor. take extra cranking time to move fuel from BEFORE STARTING...
- Page 17 MOWINGTiPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing is attached to tractor. mower housing free of built-up grass and • Mower should be properly leveled for trash. Clean after each use. best mowing performance.
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..As Y ou C OMPLETE _'%_,_-,>_'z,_'fSERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
- Page 19 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- 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 ll_/ _,lrl/-i,l_l_lr__ [_l_l_711_lr-- Ull.. • Keep battery bolts tight. Determine temperature range expected • Keep small vent holes open. before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG, or SH. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. •...
- Page 21 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. i Wash it in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry. • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in Oil Filter clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze remove excess oil.
- Page 22 ,_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. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
- Page 23 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT 001 / Mandrel _%oo,,\'\ L • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length within 1/4"...
- Page 24 TO ADJUSTBRAKE TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- TRAL ADJUSTMENT Yourtractoris equippedwith anadjustable The transaxle should be in neutral when brakesystemwhichis mountedon the rightsideof the transaxle. the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6) feet (lock gate) position. The adjustment stoppingdistanceat high speed in high- preset at the factory;...
- Page 25 • Lift seat pan to raised position and open NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant battery box door. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first may be purchased from your local parts then RED battery cable and carefully dealer.
- Page 26 ENGINE • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make adjustments with engine Maintenance, r epair,or replacement o f the running and shift/motion control lever in emissioncontroldevicesandsystems, neutral (N) position. whichare beingdoneat the customers • Idle speed setting - With throttle control expense,may be performedby anynon- lever in slow position, engine should roadenginerepairestablishment o r indi-...
- Page 27 Immediately prepareyourtractorfor stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ageat the endof the seasonor if the trac- tor will ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation _,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start • Fill fuel tank. • Out of fuel. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not"CHOKED" prop- erly. Operation section. ' • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION }ROBLEM • Clean underside of mower hous- Loss of power (cont'd) • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. ing. • Dirty air filter. • Clean/replace air filter. • Low oil level/dirty oil. • Check oil level/change oil. •...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. (cont'd) • Low/uneven tire air pressure. • Check tires for proper air pres- sure. •Wom, bent or loose blade. • Replace/sharpen blade, "5ghten blade bolt, •...
- Page 31 TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 SCHEMATIC fll_D SOLE.NOlO BAI"FERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) CLUTCH / BRAKE ATT'MENT CLUTCH ..(CLUTCH FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID t ..SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) SPARK IGNITION PLUG UNIT OPERATOR (2 PLUGS ON HELAY #2 TWIN CYL ENGINES) NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 ELECTRICAL • 22 ..
- Page 33 Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 160784 Switch, PlungerNormal OP Olive 140301 Sw_tch,Ignition4 Position 124,211X Nut, kjnition 141226 Cover, IgnitionSwitch 109310X Key, Molded,Craftsman 166148 Harness, Ignition B_t Blk Fin Hex 114-20 UNC x 1/2 7_110408 Cover, Terminal 131563 Solenoid 145673 73640400...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 111161...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 166819 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw,Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 BumperHood/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip "13nnerman G rilleP/L...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle(See Breakdown) 8883R Cover, Pedal Peerless Model 206-545C 140186 Pulley, Engine 146682 Spring,Retum, Brake 71170764 Bolt, Hex Hd,.7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5 123666X Pulley,Transaxle STD551143 Washer 12000028 Ring, Retainer 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271070 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 154427 Axle, Asm Front 156483 Spindle,Asm Lh 157473 Spindle,Asm Rh 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16ga 19272016 Washer, 27/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga 12000029 Ring, Klip#t5304-75 3366R...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throt 17720410 Screw, Hex Tnd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine(See Breakdown) Kohler'Modet CV16S-43,519 15942O Mutter 12041-03 Gasket Kohler 1328O328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt STD551231 Washer 159880...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 163262 Decal, Dash Pnl Kohler 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 16320O Decal, Hood, R.H. 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 1632(_ Decal, Hood, LH. 149516 Decal Battery Ongr/PsnF_ng 163207...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 LIFT ASSEMBLY 1718 31 _ _/"...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprgw/Plunger LT 159471 ShaftAsm. Lift 105767X Pin GRove 120000(_ ERing #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X GripHandle Ruted 122365X ButtonPlunger Red 139865 Unk LiftLh Fixed Leng_t 139866...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 MOWER DECK 1°2"_"...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164961 Mower Housing 140086 Swing, TorsionBrakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Knob Custom Oval 138017 BracketAssembly, S wayBar, 162113 Front 144200 V-Bolt 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 142427 Rod, Clutch, Pdmary,with Nibs STD624008 RetainerSpdng 131870...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 708A...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Beadng 518" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER C_t_KCk_ I...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 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- Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-445-02 Strap, lifting 12-041-01 Carburetorgasket(2)
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES IGNITION / ELECTRICAL _h23 ,,-_,._ .-_ _. '1'1...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 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, plain3/8 Washer, plain 1/4 24-162-03 Screen, grass 24-468-10...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINECONTROLS I ,_,_ _-.. OIL pAN I LUBRiCATiON I ,-': --13 ,..I...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25xT0 12-079-07 Linkage, choke 12-237-01 Clamp, cable 25-098-05 Starter assembly(Includes 3-8) M-0664020 Screw, lobed socketM6xL0x20 12-755-54 Kit, drive end 12-227-06...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CRANKSHAFT 3 --_ _...16 FUEL SYSTEM...
- Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271070 KOHLERENGINE- MODELNUMBERCV16S,TYPENUMBERPS-43519 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0641060 Nut,hex.flangeM6xl.O(2) 12-014-37 Crankshaft (Includes2) X-22-11 Washer, s tar1/4 12-139-01 Plug, cup M.0629116 StudM6x1.0x116 (2) 12-853-95 Kit,carburetor w lgasket (Includes 6 ,7,8 qtyI EXHAUST 12454-01,25452-20) 12.041-(_ Gasket, a ir cleaner PART 12-053-95...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION " ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING 15 ° MAX. 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 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-H OMEsM (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-11pm CST, 7 days a week...