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£RAFTSMAN
15.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271060
e 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 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions 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 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Maintenance Schedule ...... 17 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricatod 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 matedal or workmanship.
- Page 3 DO NOT: • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do not tum on slopes unless neses- • Stop engine before removing grass sary, and then, turn slowly and catcher or unclogging chute. gradually downhill, if possible. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial •...
- Page 4 • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Never make adjustments or repairs attachment bolts, tight and keep with the engine running. equipment in good condition. Grass catcher components are subject • Never tamper with safety devices. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Check their proper operation regularly.
- Page 5 Service Center/Dapartment (See CONGRATULATIONS .on your purchsse REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- ability and performance. Should you experience any problem you...
- Page 6 Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering 3/8-16 x I Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-10 _ (1) Lockwashar 3/8 Steedng Extension Steedng Wheel Adapter Steedng Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Shoulder 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18 _(1)
- Page 7 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 8 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and Seat function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and"raise _rminal attachment lift lever to its highest Battery Door position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. * Place freewheel control in freewheel- ing position to disengage transmission INSTALL SEAT (See =TO TRANSPORT"...
- Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE belts in the Service and Adjustments (If previously removed) section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM • Place front of mulcher plate over front After you learn how to operate your of mower deck opening and slide into...
- Page 10 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 LIGHTSON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
- Page 11 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. UghtSwitch IgrdtionSwitch Attachment Clutch Lift Ammeter Lever...
- Page 12 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 safsty_nask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 13 IMPORTANT: The motion control lever depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being does not return to neutral (N) position mowed. when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the •...
- Page 14 • Unthreed and remove oH fill cap/ TO START ENGINE dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the When starting the engine for the first time dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill or if the engine has run out oi fuel, it will cap on the tube.
- Page 15 • Move motion control lever to full • Allow one minute for transmission to forward position and hold for five (5) warm up. This can be done dudng the seconds. Move lever to full reverse engine warm up period. • The attachments can also be used position and hold for five (5) seconds.
- Page 16 MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MULCHING MOWING TIPS...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Bmke Operat_n Check llm Pm_um T Inten_ck Sy_ems _uon C_art c_e_ _m_ t.e_ Ch_ck Tnmsaxle CoolingClean Battery and Tenninlds t_ P Adjust Blade Be_s)T_olon li/s AdjustMotion_ Beif(s)Teflon N _AIr_ ReplaceOil Flifer(if aKlUipp_K0 V_I.: NE ck.ms_;neCoe_ Rm...
- Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION fiat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
- Page 19 TRANSAXLE BATrERY PUMP FLUID Your tractor has a battery charging The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transexle. Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing, with an automotive charger will extend...
- Page 20 dusty conditions. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for • Remove knob and cover. checking level. Insert dipstick into the • Remove wing nut and air cleaner from tube and rest the oil fill cap on the base. tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading.
- Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and Keep finished sudaoss and wheels carburetor are covered to keep water oL lean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. Water in engine can result in a shod- free of all Qesoline, oil, etc.
- Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should be on level ground or ddveway. Make sure tiros aroproperly inflated (See "PROD- approximately 10-3/8".
- Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE W'_h Parking Brake 'Engaged" DRIVE BELT Nut "A" The mower blade drive belt may be Jam Nut replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
- Page 24 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The front wheel toe-in and camber are The motion control lever has been preset not adjustable on your tractor, If damage at the factory and adjustment should not has occurred to affect the front wheel be necessary.
- Page 25 TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect each end of the RED cable to Seat the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
- Page 26 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and The carburetor has been preset at the systems, which are being done at the factory and adjustment should not be customers expense, may be performed necessary. However, minor adjustment by any non.road engine repair establish- may be required to compensate for ment or individual.
- Page 27 • Idle fuel needle settina - With throttle Idle Speed control lever in slow position, tum idle Adjusting fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) Screw _ until engine begins to die and then tum out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions.
- Page 28 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formation storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or of acids during storage. Acidic gas can more.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • _ of f_I. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" propedy. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to stad. •...
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOO_NG CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofpower • Cutting too much grass/too • Set in =Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in =CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. Build-up of grass, leaves • Clean underside of mower and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. •...
- Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OP_ORAL) t ..SEATSWITCH (NOTOCCUPIEO) OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #1 OPEP_TOR OPERATOR PRESENCERELAY113 30 I NOl1£ YOUR TFtACTOR IS EQUiPPEO REMOVABLE WITH A SPEQAL ALTERNA'IOFt SYSTEM. "hiE LIGHTS ARE NOT IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THBR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 ELECTRICAL €...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt. Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case. Ba. t tery Mech Hinge 161343 Swttch,Interlock N Opn/N Opn 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bu_, Light 4799,1...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chessls Stamping 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/6`16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip Tlnnerman Gdlle P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
- Page 38 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 GROUND DRIVE ; 156...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 GROUNDDRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Tra_,_.de (See Breakdown) 134683 Keeper Belt Engine Strap Torque Lh Hydro Hydro Gr314-0510 169183 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 19132012 $10561210 PidCotter 1/8xl Gauge 10040400 Wecher Lock Hvy Helical...
- Page 40 TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 STEERINGASSEMBLY : ,'.._-.____, )_---, ,c :i...
- Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1397"o8 SteedngWheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 16984O Splnd4e Assembly, LH, 16_839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. Beadng, 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 1200OO29 3366R ng, Steedng Column...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9172.71060 ENGINE "_ I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cuffing 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) KohlerModel No. CV15S-41567 ---_-° 159420 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket Kohlar 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT S'rD551231 Washer 169837...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 SEATASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x i-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Spilt .26 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 121250X Spdng 145006...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal, Bettery Diehard 156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. 138047 171698 Decal, Hood, R.H. 149516 Decal, Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Decal, Fender Auto Sears 171699 Decal; Hood, LH. 1632_5 Decal, Lift Handle 171763 Decal HoodReplacament 138311 Pad Footrest LH STLT...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 LIFTASSEMBLY...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asseml_y 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E.RIr_ 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadn9, Nyion 125631X Gdp, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 13_65...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 MOWERDECK >21 223 24 _117...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42, 149846 KnobCustom Oval STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 136420 MulcherCover Free( 71161010 Screw 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 19061216 Washer #10 S'IO624008 Retainer Spdng...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER314-0510...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER314.O510 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1704O6 Rotor, Brake 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142887 Brake Actuatlng Pin 170354 Swashplate,Trunion Macblned 170410 Hfhce 114-20x2 W/Patch, 1696ge...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41567 L.IR INTAKE BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I t;_--S S--e ENGINE CONTROLS ;RANKSHAFT...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV15S,TYPE NUMBER41567 AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 Kit, Air Cleaner 12-079-07 Linkage, Choke thrutnCludes Key Numbers 2 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable M-0664020 Screw, Locked Socket 25-341-02 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover M6 x 1.0 x 20 (2) 12-096-24 Cover, Air Cleaner...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41567 FUEL SY6TEM 31 / CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV15S,TYPENUMBER41567 FUEL SYSTEM CYUNDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-853-56 Kit, Carburetor (Includes 12-351-01 Lifter, Valve (2) #2 thru 6) 12-755-60 Kit, Cylinder Head 12-041-02 Gasket, Air Cleaner 12-411-01 Rod, Push _2) 12-053-56 Carburetor Assembly 12-041-10...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271060 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV15S,TYPENUMBER41567 IGNITION I ELECTRICAL OIL PAN I LUBRICATION ___, CRANKCASE STARTING SYSTEM '+ .d!
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271060 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41567 IGNmON I ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw,Hex Flenge 12-032-03 Seal, Crankshaft M10x 1.5x46 12-522-18 Block, Cylinder (Use Short 12-468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8 Block) 24-162-03 Screen, Grass 12-44502...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, " NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make rums gradu- ally to prevent tlpplng 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-HOME s" (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 pi6ces 1-600-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...