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Craftsman 917.27113 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.27113 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 TRANSA)_F_
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271130
• 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/craftsman

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

  • Page 2: Limited Two-Year Warranty

    For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, equipment proves defective in material the battery will not hold a charge, rarity service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman your nearest Sears Service Center. charge will apply. This warranty To locate the nearest sears service...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    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. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 4 • Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    MIN, CCA: CASE SIZE: U 1 R BLADE BOLT 27--35 FT. LBS. TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- ability and performance. Should you experience...
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert I_(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 Boot Steerin,c_ (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Shaft teering Steering Wheel Adapter...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette befor you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly...
  • Page 8 Seat Battery Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (if previously removed) • Raise and held deflector shield in upright position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and stide into place, as shown. • Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING OIL PRESSURE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION...
  • Page 11 KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/ Brake Pedal...

  • Page 12: To Use Throttle Control

    The operation of any tractor can the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator...

  • Page 13: To Operate On Hills

    depending upon soil conditions, of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches dudng the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

  • Page 14: Towing Carts And Other Attachments

    TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. "13rescan lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
  • Page 15 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.
  • Page 16 AsYou COMPLETE SE.V,CE Check Tim Pressure Check OperatorPresenceand "1" Interlock Systen_ R Check forLOOSe Femurs Lubrication Chart Sharpen_e0ace Mower _ a_s Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transax_ Co_ing Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension A_ust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Clean A_rFilter Clean Air Screen'1...

  • Page 17: Blade Removal

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rulas when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 18: Clean Air Screen

    BATrERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. •...

  • Page 19: Engine Oil Filter

    CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other extemal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.
  • Page 20 ClamP_lam Fuel Filter CLEANING of all foreign matter. lean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. _CAUTION: Before performing • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. •...
  • Page 21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires areproperly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT •...

  • Page 22: Drive Belt

    TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See =TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).
  • Page 23 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: • Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

  • Page 24: Interlocks And Relays

    Positive Terminal NegativeTerminal Negative Terminal Positive Terminal REPLACING BATTERY CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.
  • Page 25 Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-read engine repair establish- ment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
  • Page 26 • Idle fuel needle setting - With throttle control lever in slow position, turn idle fuel adjustment needle in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough. Turn needle to a point midway between those two positions.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fuel. • Engine not'CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment •...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Engine clicks but • Weak or dead battery. will not start • Corroded battery terminals. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. Loss of power • Cutting fast. • Throttle position. • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor cut - uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade. • Mower deck not level. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around Mower blades will...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 SCHEMATIC _IEO AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT ll_-A1 A2+L B+AI NONE START B+S+A1 NONE RELAy NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 ELECTRICAL 16 '...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 ELECTRICAL PART 163465 74760412 156417 161343 166182 4152J 4799J 146147 166180 73510400 4207J 160784 163968 14O403 170219 71110408 131563 145673 122822X 141940 170250 109748X NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch= 25,4 mm DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...

  • Page 35: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART 169830 169061 17060612 155272 168337X013 S'TD533710 155927 145660 172108 144983X558 126938X 19131312 STD541437 156725X568 155217X599 164918X558 139976 17490508 169834 73800400 19091416 145201 161464 145202 S'TD552507 150127 72140606 154798 STD541437 158112 17060620 165867 154966 154207...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR '- MODEL NUMBER 917,271130 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peedess 206.545C 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 12000028 Ring, Retainer 121520X Strap, Torque 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 165866 Rod ShifterFender STLT STD561210 Pin, Cotter 10570tX Washer, Shift Plate 74550412 Bolt 1/4-28 UNF W/Patch Gr.

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 STEERINGASSEMBLY i --_..- • • ... ::----_-'-:...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR-- STEERING ASSEMBLY PART 139768 154427 169840 169639 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 169832 STD551137 136518 145212 156546 57079 160395 165857 165851 154406 126847X 136874 19131416 17060612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 139769 19133812 STD541537 100711L 145054X428 121749X 153720 121232X 6855M 738OO5OO 74780520 167902...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 ENGINE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 ENGINE PART 162152 17720410 159420 12-041-03 13280328 13200300 $10551231 169837 137180 109202X 15899O 123487X 137040 124028X 17490412 17000612 19091416 STD551131 19101216 M740106025 74760508 73510400 M73030800 NOTE: Allcomponent dimensionsgiven in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION ControlThrot 1 Ch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 SEATASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIkJblkCraftsman 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push In Hinged STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w/Ins 3/8-16 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION Decal Fender Danger Seara 156439 Decal Fend Auto Sears Gotd 163207 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 171698 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 171699 168920 Decal Engine H/P Decal Maint Customer 133644 Sears Dom...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 12563tX 122365X 139865 139866 S'rD624008 173288 73350800 130171 73800800 139868 163552 119807X 19131016 2876H 169484 126971X 73350600 138057 150233 140302 73540600 145212 110452 NOTE: Allcomponent dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 MOWER DECK '-_{i_- T_-_ 121 . .117...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 MowerHousing STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar,Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" S'T0624008 Retainer Spring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/6-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296 Washer, Hardened 134149 Blade, Muiohing 12o_895 Bearing, Ball...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR-- PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODELNUMBER20_545C PART DESCRIPTION Transaxia Cover 772147 780(O6A Needle Beadng 5/8" 770128 Transaxle Case Countershaft 776395 776409 Output Shaft 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 7783,30 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 792180 Shift Key 792047 Woodruff Key #9 ShiftCollar 784352 Shift Rod &...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.271130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER _C_E...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 CYLINDER HEADNALVF.JBREATHER PART DESCRIPTION 25-351-01 Lifter, valve (2) 12-755-81 Kit,cylinder head (Includes 12-411-01 Rod, push (2) 12-041-10 Gasket, cylinder head 12-017-01 Valve, intake (Std.) 12-017-02 Valve, intake (.25) 12-016-01 Valve, exhaust (Std.) 12-016-02 Valve, exhaust (.25) X-75-23...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITION / ELECTRICAL (_)--2 _--' lO_eF' ! -- 11--o 0---7...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 24-162-03 Screen, grass M-0639016 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x16 12-157-03 41-403-O9 Re0uIator, rectifier X-22-11 Washer, lock (2) 236602 Connector X-42-15...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PB-43520 STARTING SYSTEM 5_ 6 EHGIHE CONTROLS OIL PAN / LUBRICATION I...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 STARTING SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 25-098-05 Starter assembly 3-8) 12-755-54 Kit, drive end 12-227-06 Cap, drive end 12-170-05 Armature 12-221-01 Kit, brush & spring 12-227-13 Cap, commutator end 12-211-01...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271130 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV16S,TYPE NUMBERPS-43520 CRAHK_HAFT I 3--_ FUEL SYSTEM...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520 FUEL SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 M-0629116 Stud M6xl.0x116 12-853-95 Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 6,7,8 qty 1 12-454-01, 25452-20) 12-041-02 Gasket, air cleaner 12-053-95 Carburetor assembly (For information only not available separately) 12-041-01...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "" SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances In your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, d ay or night (1-800".469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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