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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTZHAX°I
LAWN TRACTOR
17.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.271662
[_
This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
differently
from previously
built 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 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website: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 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Service ...... Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting 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. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely Look for this symbol to point out necessary.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
- Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn the • Never carry passengers or children machine.
- Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please road and retain this manual. instructions will enable you to assemble Gasoline 1.25 Gallons and maintain your tractor properly. Capacity Unleaded Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT Oil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F) A Repair Agreement is available on this API-SF-SJ):...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel insert (1) Large Flat Washer _(1) Locknut _ (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 1/2-20 _/)4!28cknut Steering Steering Extension Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Label tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal (See TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location controls) function 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest...
- Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (if previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I- ;I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON ov,%_.P I ® PARKING BRAKE FUEL CHOKE...
- Page 12 KNOWYOUR 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 Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lift...
- Page 13 or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing ;_aesS_ev_hich c an result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety adjustments or repairs, We recommend standard safety glasses or a The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 14 IMPORTANT: The motion control lever • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-112 inches during the does not return to neutral (N) position cool season and to over 3 inches when the clutch/brake pedal is de- during hot months. For healthier and pressed.
- Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel from shipped, from the factory, already filled the tank to the engine.
- Page 16 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: Dudng this step there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is Before driving the unit in cold weather, being removed from hydraulic ddve the transmission should be warmed up as follows: system. Move motion control lever to neutral 1.
- Page 17 MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See _'1"O keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of •...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _._'._'e,_'_'_/_ __._" FILL ,.O,TEB R EOU RBE RV,CE O TEO ASYOUCOMPLETE 9.1'/; _.j_ _.j_ Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Ch,_k for Loose Fasteners Sharpe_'Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
- Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 20 ENGINE • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery botts tight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. with API service classification SF-SJ. NOTE: The original equipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade your tractor is maintenance free.
- Page 21 7. Refillengine CLEAN AIR SCREEN with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not Air screen must be kept free of dirt and overfill. For approximate capacity see chaff to prevent engine damage from "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section overheating. Clean with a wire brush or of this manual.
- Page 22 • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. ClamP_clamp We do not recommend using a garden Fuel Filter hose to clean your tractor unless the CLEANING electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. •...
- Page 23 • If links are not equal in length, adjust TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
- Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE With Parking Brake BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on ngaged" level surface. Engage parking brake. Jam Nut BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER"...
- Page 25 Neutral Motion Control Lever Lock Gate Engine Pulley -_ Clutching Idler Adjustment Bolt Stationary Idler TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require Center Span removal for service or replacement, Keeper should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION"...
- Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Install new battery with terminals in BATTERY same position as old battery. First connect RED battery cable to _I, WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and keps nut as shown.
- Page 27 Governor TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- ControLLever Governor Control Plate SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. Unsnap headlight wire connector. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. __rottle Cable 4. When replacing hood, be sure to reconnect the headlight wire connec- Holes "A"...
- Page 28 Idle Speed 3. While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclockwise until engine runs rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions. lease throttle lever. ACCELERATION TEST- Move throttle control lever from slow to...
- Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, alcohol blended fuels (called storage at the end of the season or if the gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See 'q'O START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (conUnued) housing. Clean/replace air filter. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) drive belt, Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel. Contact aSears or other qualified service...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 SCHEMATIC BATTERY © AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) _ ..8L_CK SOLENOID (PEDAL UP) wwrE CLUTCH/ BRAKE IGNITION SWITCH ,-..,(N_OT_ OCCUPIED) SEAT SWITCH BUCK BLACK (OPTIONAL) SPARK BLACK UNIT IGNITION PLUG F_E_L: _2PLUGS TWI_ CYL ENGINES) (3P_RGING SYSTEM C,4JTpt]T 28 VOLTS AC MIN.
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery Fender 176138 Switch, Intedock 175688 Hamess Asm LightW/4152j 4152J Bulb Light#1156 4799J Cable Battery6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 175158...
- Page 36 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271662 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 208.
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 ChassisStamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash ST[To33710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrel 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X558 Hood Assembly Laser STD541437 175049...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ..Transmission (See Breakdown) 169183 Strap, Torque, Lh Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 169182 Strap, Torque, Rh 165866 Rod, Shift 137057 Spacer, Axle Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 STEERING ASSEMBLY "----._..1 IL---,.-,.__42...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R,H. 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 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 ENGINE 78_16 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170545 ControlThrot/Ch 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 xl/2 ..Engine (See Breakdown) BriggsModel 310707-0137-E1 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 148456 Tube Drain oileasy STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIWbik Craftsman 121248X BushingSnap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20x1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
- Page 45 Decal, Mower Heavy Duty 12 Ga. 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 177253 Decal Hood Side LT100O 169210 Decal, Bypass 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 138311 Decal, Uft Handle 156439 1_X428 Decal, Fender Danger Pad Footrest LH STLT 138047 Decal, Battery 165799X428...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Wesher Asm Inner SpringW/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Uft 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring#5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X BeadngNylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X ButtonPlunger Read 139865...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 MOWER DECK >21...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 133943 Washer, Hardened 165892 Mower Dock Assembly, 42" 155046 Arm, Idler STD533107 Bolt 165723 Spacer, Retainer 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510 20W50 OIL ,_7 SEAL AND _ K_/I...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 HYDROTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER322-0510 PART PARI" DESCRIPTION DESCRIFI1ON Brake Puck 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170-352 Side Housing,Assembly 142882 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142887 Brake ActuatingPin HFHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch, 170354 Swashplate,Trunion Machined 170410 Special Flange 169898 Block - Assembly 170355...
- Page 52 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS _3 .=_ TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1022 6_'_ 1023_J 383_ 307_ 6170...
- Page 53 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 8751 711_ 467_ /" 240_ 344 _1_ 404@ I 1019 LABEL KIT I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 267_ lO4_ 127 (_ O-117 _zJ 17891 _...
- Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 613_ 310_ 1802 763€_'JJ 305 _ 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS 287' 523' I 524_ 763_...
- Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104,_ 1270 =78_ 987® 9s_ O3,A_ 6._ 1,,O "3'%, R 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3 (_ 524 _ 842 _' 617 0 1022_...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 231855 9 Valve-Float Needle 690156 Cylinder Assembly 105A 694922 _, Valve-F|oat Needle Kit-Bushing/Seal 399265 690577 Seat-Inlet • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 391086 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 494238...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271662 BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 PART PAR3" DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 692037 Hamess-Widng 690844 Housing-Blower 789A 695050 Harness-Widng 690960 Screw _Blower Housing) 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690499 Shield-Cylinder 691429 Cap-Ddve 691003...
- Page 58 SERVICENOTE...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted llne indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge Is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
- Page 60 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.