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Craftsman 917.271632 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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16.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271632
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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 Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craffsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craffsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ...... Back Cover LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is • maintained, lubdcatad 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 cuffing machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing 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- instructionsin 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 • Usa slow speed. Choose a lowgear s o _CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that y ou will n ot h ave tostop orshift that are recommendedby and comply while ontheslope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, GASOLINE 1.25 engineered and manufactured to give CAPACITY UNLEADED you the best possible dependability and ANDTYPE: REGULAR performance. OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F) Should you experience any problem you API-SF - S J): SAE 5W-30 cannot easily remedy, please contact a...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering 3/8-16 x 1 Wheel insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18_ (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Ste_ddngtwrh eel _teadng ;thEX_a_sng _Boot Seat (1)Washer 17132 x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use...
  • Page 8 Your now 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, Review the video cassette before you begin.

  • Page 9: Operation

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location and knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and fiat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION ALL BELTS (If previously removed) 1, Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive upright position. belts in the Service and Adjustments 2.
  • 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 ENo,REoN E"GINEOFF O'LPRE_ORE L'GHTSO_ OVegT_'P[ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LCCKED r 't R N H L ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the iflustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch IgniUon Switch Attachment Clutch Lift Ammeter Plunger...
  • 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 restart movement, slowly release • The average lawn should be cut to parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches • Make all turns slowly. during hot months. For healthier and TO TRANSPORT better looking lawns, mow often and •...
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE NOTE: Beforestarting, r ead the warm and • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular coldstartingproceduresbelow, 5. Insert key into ignition and turn key unleaded gasoline with a minimum of clockwise to =START" position and 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide release key as soon as engine starts.
  • Page 16 MOWlNGTIPS MULCHING MOWlNGTIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Se,_,'iceand Adjustments section of this •...
  • Page 17 c_,=_,,,P,..,,r. Check Operator Presence ar_l T Im_lo_ sys_ T Lutx_at_ C_=_ Check Battery Lev= R c_a.B_th_ a.dTe_m_=s Ched_ Trans=de Cooling Adju_ Blade Belt(s) Tension Ills Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tendon t_/s Chedc Engine (31 Level Charge Eng_e C *i l_u,3 Clean Air Filter li_t Ck_nALrSarsen...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, Always observe safety r ules when center hole in blade must align with star performing anymaintenance. on mandrel assembly. BRAKE O PERATION 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and fiat washer in exact order as Iftractor requires more than six(6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils which is sufficientfor normal use. How- will result in increased oil consumption ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 20 Closed Oil DrainValve 5. Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent ctoth and squeeze to remove excess oil. Locked _,_'_ _ _DrainTube NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner. 6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. Position 7. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).
  • Page 21 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks of all gasoline, oil, etc. and clamps are propedy positioned. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled tive type wax. gasoline.
  • Page 22 • Before making any necessary adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • If links ere not equal in length, adjust tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- one link to same length as other link.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if BELT 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: Maintenance

    TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER 4. Replace washers and snap retaining NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ring securely in axle groove. 5. Replace axle cover. The trensaxle should be in neutral when NOTE: To seal tire punctures and the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire gate) position.The adjustment is preset at sealant may be purchased from your...
  • Page 25 Negative Terminal Keps Positive Terminal Bolt Nut _. Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in Negative Terminal Positive Terminal...
  • Page 26 ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needlevalve andthe seat in carburetor may resultif screw Maintenance,repair,or replecementof the is tomed in too tight. emissioncontroldevicesand systems,which are beingdone at the customemexpense, PRELIMINARY SETI'ING - may be performedby any non-readengine 1. Air cleaner assemblymust be assembled repairestablishment or individual.

  • Page 27: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for experiance indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes 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. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mowerbladeswill 1, Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism, 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt, 3. Frozen idler pulley, 3. Replace idler pulley, 4. Frozen blade mandrel, 4. Replace blade mandrel, 1.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE AMMETER S_ENOID' -_IG IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SEAT SWITCH , _.! _+I++_++ (PEDAL UP) i -- • e_cK ( ,,,+, IcL_c._h-- c +"°u"°'NG ONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK IGNITION _UNIT "_ FUEL I (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) LINE ;...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 170217 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 114-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terrnlnal Red 175141...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES "...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Dmwbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash. S/D533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 155_27 Panel, Dast_, LH. 145660 Clip Tinnerrnan Grille PIL 172107X010 Panel, Asm.
  • Page 36 GROUNDDR/VE TRACTOR .. MODEL NUMBER 917.2"11632...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 GROUND DRIVE PART pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 6683R Cover Pedal BIk Round ..Tra nsaxie (See Breakdown) Dana D4366-140 175410 Pulley Eng 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr 5 146682 Spdng Retum Brake Tla Zinc 123666X Pulley Transaxta 18/20"...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27132 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring,Klip 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170545 Control ThrottleJChoke 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model 310707_}136_ 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 148456 Tube Drain Oil STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 169837...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART OESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Beat 3350 BIWblk Craftsman t21248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140651 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bJk) 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20x1-112 71110616 BottFinHex3/8-16uncX 134300 Spacer Split 28X...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156368 Decal, Ober. Instr. 146046 Decal, V-belt Dr Sch 177258 Decal, Replcmnt 177259 Decal, Dash, Panel 171696 Decal, Hood Rh 160396 Decal, V-belt Schematic 171697 Decal, Hood Lh 148516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 176677 Decal, Hp Engine...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 LIFTASSEMBLY /" /" l. _ =/i .l" /'_...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spdng W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift RH 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133_2 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Ca. 120183)( Beadng Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 MOWERDECK /<J , 102 t02 I_ >21 "...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 16,5892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 133943 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bo;t 155046 Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 165723 Guard, TUV Idler 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 141043 Knob Custom Oval S'1_624008...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271632 DANA T RANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140 38 11e 9...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 DANATRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170981 Houslag,Upper 120472X Spacer, .633 X .87 X .755 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 105928X Sprocket, 9T 134400 Ball, Detent 170988 Gear, Bevel, 36T 105904X Spring, Detent...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 BRIGGS &STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL N UMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 145 L J 1019LABEL 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 BRIGGS &STRAIXONENGINE-MODEL N UMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER 0136-EI 276 _) LI/ff/CARBURL_rOR PART NUMBER _ _l.p_q_ j THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 358 ENGINE GASKET SET to4/1_0 2_6_ 987@ 95_ 634A __ 634J_ 117 (]P 231 tP142 _...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 1006_ 1119_ 287 _ 695_ 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271632 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690156 Cylinder Assembly 231855 _ Valve-Float Needle 399265 • Seel-o_Bushin/Seal 690577 0 Seat-Inlet 291675 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 494238 Bumll)-Engine 108A 692344 Malveq3hoke(Choke A Matic) 690188 Head-Cylinder 692408...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271632 BRIGGS &STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 691239 Pin-C_nterweight 497699 Brush Set 691096 Screw Counterweight) 692127 693713 Gear-Pnion ForSteelRng Screw (Mounting Bracket) 495859 Armature-Magneto Gear Only) 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature) 783A 693056...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on elopes.
  • Page 56 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-8O0-4-MY-HOME s. _ytime, _ Wornight (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.corn To bring in productssuch as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronicsfor repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...