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Craftsman 917.270430 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270430 Owner's Manual

13.5 hp electric start 38" mower 5 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
(RAFTtMAN"
13.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270430
• 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.comlcraftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 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 Craftsman website:www.sears.comlcraftsman...
  • Page 2 Maintenance Schedule ...... 17 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) _ears from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • 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. •...
  • Page 4 • Nevermakeadjustments or repairs • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. with the enginerunning. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grasscatchercomponentsare subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear,damage, and deterioration, • Check brake operation frequently. Ad- which could expose moving parts or al- just and service as required.
  • Page 5 3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS FORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabil- ity and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-16 x 1/2 (1)Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18...
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Video Steering Cassette Wheel Steering Boot Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size Wheel Steering Insert, (2) Keys Slope Sheet Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Bushing...
  • 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 • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor. Battery Box Label TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
  • Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE 4CHECKLIST • The tires on your tractor were overin- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY flated at the factory for shipping pur- YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO poses. Correct tire pressure is important ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE for best cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. r- A BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING 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 illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Lift Lever...
  • 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 TO OPERATE ON HILLS HEIGHT _CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before •...
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE TO START ENGINE • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular When starting the engine for the first time unleaded gasoline with a minimum of or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline take extra cranking time to move fuel will increase carbon and lead oxide from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 • When mowing large areas, start by COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and tuming to the right so that clippings will below) discharge away from shrubs, fences, • When engine starts, slowly push driveways, etc. After one or two choke control in until the engine rounds, mow in the opposite direction begins to run smoothly.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..,_._e_ Fi,, ,.o. s "" Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for L_ose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level SharperVReplace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s Tension _#/s...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR • 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 assem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with If tractor requires more than six (6) feet star on mandrel assembly.
  • Page 19 BATI'ERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is sufficient for normal use. will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F.
  • Page 20 ENGINE COOLING FINS • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine replace cartridge. cooling fins to prevent engine damage • Reinstall cartddge, nut, prscleaner, from overheating. cover and secure with knob(s).
  • Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden Clean engine,battery,seat, finish,etc. hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. Keepfinished surfacesand wheels carburetor are covered to keep water out. free of all Water in engine can result in a short- _]asoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 22 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- Adjustthe mowerwhile tractoris parked ments, check that beth front links are on level groundor driveway. Makesure equal in length. Both links should be tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- approximately 10-3/8". UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of •...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE • Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket by removing retaine DRIVE BELT spring, The mower blade drive bolt may be • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys an€ replaced without tools. Park the tractor idler pulleys.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert Park the tractor on level surface, Engage square key. parking brake. For assistance, there is a • Replace washers and snap retaining belt installation guide decal on bottom side of leftfootrest.
  • Page 25 Positive Terminal Negative Terminal TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING - CABLE • Air cleaner assembly must be as- sembled to the carburetor when The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be making carburetor adjustments. • Be sure the throttle control cable is necessary.
  • Page 27 Also, expedence indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels 9called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART IPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will notstart • Outoffuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not =CHOKED" in Operation section. propedy. • Wait several minutes • Engine flooeea. before attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION l Loss of power • Cutting too much • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ grass/too fast. reduce speed. • Throttle in =CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash housing.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Place throttle control in Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. =FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. •...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER , o , ,oq--- WHITE " SOLENOID I -_ "- CLUTCH/BRAKE i _ r---QG Al< h <PEO^LUP) I IGNITION PIED CONNECTOR € SPARK (OPTIONAL) IGNITION PLUG _,N_. EN_,NES) _K_ RQIN_ SV_T'B_ OUI_ UT 2g VGLT8 _...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 ELECTRICAL KE-'YPART NO. NO. DESCRI_ 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 153664 Switch, Intedock Push-In 19 STD551125 Washer, Lock 20 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC 166181 Harness, Light Socket (includes 4152J)
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NU M BER 917.270430 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 31_...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES I_EY PARr NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ChassisAsm. LT STMP 16548O 140356 Drawbar Stretch 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty-tt $10551025 Washer 13_32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga 155272 BumperHood/Dash 155924X011 Saddle Slkscr PitLT 6SP Peedess 126842X Shield Ht, Hood Lt 155138...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 GROUND DRIVE KEY PARr KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP11ON Transaxle Peedess 205-544C 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic ..(See Braakdown) 154407 Bollcrank Asm. Clutch 146682 Spring Return Brake Tla Zinc 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring 123666X PulleyTransaxle 18/20"...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 STEERING • ._./...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL N U MBER 917.270430 STEERING K]EYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTX_ 139768 SteeringWheel 154427 AxleAssembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, LH. 157473 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...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 ENGINE KEY PN:n" NO. NO. DESCFIIPTION Control Th/ch RH BIk Pd115 10 162144 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) BdggsMode128R707-1140.E1 Muffler 137348 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3' 15 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 SEATASSEMBLY I<L_t PART KIEY PART NO. NO. DESCRFIION NO. NO. DES_ 127426X Seat 13 121248X Bushing Snap SIk Nyl 50 Id Bracket Pvt St 140551 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 STD523710 15 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc...
  • Page 43 Decal, Engine 12 4900J Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng 167177 13 146046 Decal V-Belt Dr Sch tractor Decal Engine 1632O4 Decal Fender Craftsman White 14 163248 Decal Panel Dash 133644 Decal Maint Cust Sears 15 136832 Decal V-Beit sch Doreeatic 18 133179...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 LIST ASSEMBLY /"...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 LIST ASSEMBLY KL=Y pARr DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 159474 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring#5133-62 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk 122365X...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 MOWER DECK 41-_ _'45...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 MOWER DECK KEY PARr PAre" DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 142829 MowerHousingAssembly 133840 Idler Arm Assembly S'rD533107 Bolt, Carriage 9/16-18x3/4 122052X Spacer, Retainer 1-3/4 Knob 138017 BrscketAsm. FmmSwayBar39/ 162113 144200 Belt 138440 Bracket, Asm. Deck Sway Bar Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 38"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 205-544C...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR- MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 205-544C REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 Dowel Pin 780086A Needle Bearing 5 / 8' 792076A Rat Washer 770128 Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRAI"rON ENGINE.MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 1019 LABEL KIT I _562 "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 ISSLON_,_________________ /-/- i. 1036 EM...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 l.P_ 1090 S58 GASKET SET 121 CARBUR_'OR 127(_ lo6_ l=e_ 9u _) 8420 537_ 104_ 105_ 1_J7 O 142_ 9"/7 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET I...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496413 Cylinder Assembly 272465 *'* Gasket, Carburetor 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 272554 +* Gasket, Carburetor 391086 ° Seal, Oil 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting 494238 Base, Engine 224948...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270430 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94903" Screw, Shoulder 262932 Gear, Timing 284A 94704 Screw, Hex Head 213998 Link, Counterweight 496290 Housing, Blower 399891 CounterweightAssembly 94786 Screw, Hex Head 298909 Pin, Counterweight 305A...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION _1 _ ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of elopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparacibn 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 1-600-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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