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Craftsman 917.271742 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
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17.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271742
• 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 • Repair Parts 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...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance ... LIMITED TWOYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated 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 cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious inJuryor death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 4 IlL CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
  • Page 5 • Use s]ow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICAT|ONS GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR DILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) )lL CAPACITY: 3.0 P_NTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.5 MPH): REVERSE: 2.4 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert '\ \ (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock washer 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Boot (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) € Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Extension...
  • 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: Operation

    Battery Door INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (if previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2, Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATrERY CAUTION REVERSE WARNING END,NEON ENa,NEOFF O,LPRESSDRE FUEL CHOKE MOWERHEIGHT _t_'l R N H ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER,...
  • 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 Clutch Ammeter ThrotUe/Choke Control _ Clutch/Brake Pedal Freewheel...
  • 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 • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches dudng hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.
  • Page 15 NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with...
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) 7. When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.
  • Page 17 MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Chec_ Tice FTeLsum Sha_Replace MoWer Blades Lubncatlon Chart 1 = C;ulnge mo_ oRan wf_n operaung ur.d=_ a hel*vy k_td or in hk_l arnb_ 2 • _ rn_e o_en when ope41tklg kn dJdy or dUlrV cond _mnn 3.
  • Page 19 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules 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 ad- justed. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 20 • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery boris tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary.
  • Page 21 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Oil DrainValve Closed and Locked Position _ cap_ _2_, _Drain "l_be CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating, Clean with a wire brush or...
  • Page 22 C'amp-'- Oiamp FuelFilter" CLEANING Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. foreign i of all matter. Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. _CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tremor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are overor undednflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 24 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 - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual), 2.
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. 1. Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. 2. Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward.
  • Page 26 TO A'I-FACHJUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
  • Page 27 ENGINE Maintenance,repair,or replacementof the emissioncon_oldevisesend systems,which are beingdone at the customersexpense, may be performedby any non-madengine repairestablishment or individual. W arranty _airs must be perfarmed by an authorized engine manufectureCsserviceoutlet. TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle controlhas been presetat the factor/end adjustment shouldnot be necessary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - 4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turnidle mixture valve out (seunterdesk- wise) 1/8 turn. Repeat testand continue to adjust,if necessary,until engine smoothry. accelerates Highspeed stopL_factory adjusted. Do not adjust- damage may result.

  • Page 29: Storage

    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. _1, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Lossofpower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirtyfuel. 9. Water in fuel. i 1O.Spark plug wire loose.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTIN( _CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Enginespeedtoo slow. _lischarge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. Mower deck not level. }. Low/uneven tire air pressure _. Worn, bent orloose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. ].
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 SCHEMATIC llll!l-, BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) YOUR TRACTOR EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL BECAUSE OF THIS+ THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271742 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 ELECTRICAL PART 144925 74760412 156417 153664 166182 4152J 4799J 146147 175158 73510400 4207J 121305X 175566 140403 170217 71110408 131563 175141 121433X 141940 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES /142...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART 174619 176554 17060612 155272 168337)<013 Dash STD533710 155927 145660 172107)(010 174790608 144983X558 126938X 19131312 STD541437 156725X558 155217X599 164919X558 139976 17490508 169834 73800400 19091416 145201 161464 145202 STD522507 72140606 154798 73680600...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydro Gr 314-0510 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust STD951210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 74490544 Bolt Hex FIgHd 3/16-18 x Gr. 5 STITo41431 Nut Lock Hex WSns.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271742 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART 139768 154427 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 19272016 12(_¢029 175121 S'i_551137 136518 145212 177876 126847X 136874 19131416 17060612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 139769 19133812 STD541537 100711L 145054x425 121749X 153720 121232X 6855M BTD541431 74780520 BTD523710 160367 72140618...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271742 ENGINE "/ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 ENGINE KEY PART 170545 17720410 137352 165291 148456 $3_551237 169837 137180 109202X 158990 123487X 137040 148315 124028X 17670412 17000612 19091416 10040500 71070512 17060620 73510400 NOTE: All component dimensions given tn U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 146551 Bracket, Pivot. Seat 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged _1437 124181X Spring. Seat 17(_0616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. 171696 Decal, Hood, R.H. 171697 Decal, Hood, LH. 171761 Decal Hood Replace rnent 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 172331 Decal, Deck Sears 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 156439 Decal, Fender Danger...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t 7.271742 LIFTASSEMBLY 11__...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271742 LIFTASSEMBLY PART 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 s'rD624008 173288 73350800 130171 73800800 139868 163552 169865 73540600 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm DESCRIPTION Lilt Lever Inner Wire Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t 7.271742 MOWERDECK 159_. 106 _'_ , 102 103 105 10:_/041!6 21 22...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 MOWERDECK KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly.Sway Bar. Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck STD624008 RetaioerSpdng 13_832 Arm, Susgension, Rear 850857 Bolt. Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr, 8 S1_551137 Washer.
  • Page 50 120- _127 -< oi¢ "4...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER314-0510 PART DESCRIPTION 170351 Mala Housing, Assembly 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170354 Swash plata,Tru nionMachined 169898 Block - Assembly 170355 Sealant 10.50z 170356 Hex Flange Screw 114-20 X 1.25...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 1022 6s4_, 914_' °3 13 1023 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL * .EQu_,_Es To,.STALL SEE " _PA'" ,NSTRUC"O."A"UAL t 1019 LABEL KIT t058 OWNER'S 22 _ SP_C,ALTOOL8 MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 467 _ 971 _ SEE REPAIRINSTRUCTIONMANUAL 231 _ LMT/CARBURETOR pART NUMBER LOCA_O.S 186 q_o i THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT lo4_ 127 0 z76_...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 969A...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 121A CARBURETOR 95A_ 104A_ lO5A_ 137A O 977A CARBURETOR _G-AsKET SET 137A O '_---NIKKI 137A_ 276A OVERHAUL KIT 117A_) 276A 127A_ 833® 231A 276A_...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 PART DESCRIPTION 690156 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Bushing/Seal 391086 • Seal-Oil 494238 Sump-Engine 690188 Head-Cylinder 692410 • + Gasket-Cylinder Head 495735 Breather Assembly 27803 • Gasket-Breather 691666 Screw (Breather Assembly)
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271742 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNO. 311707,TYPE NO. 0132-E3 PART DESCRIPTION 693551 Motor-Starter (For Steel Ring Gear Only) Motor-Starter (For Plastic 497595 Ring Gear Ony)/ 690323 Screw(Starter Motor) 497608 Brush Set 692127 Scxew (Mounting Bracket) 495859 Atmatore-Magneto 94731...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I& caution when changing direction on slopes. erate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,...
  • 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 (1-800.,469-4663) To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronicsfor repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself,call Sears PartsDirectSi!