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Craftsman 917.272673 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272673 Owner's Manual

17.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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ICRAFT, MnN ,I
LAWN TRACTOR
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272673
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his 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.
IMPORTANT:
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, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman engine which operates built engines. Before you start the this Owner's Manual. For answers to your questions...
  • Page 2 IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions injury or death. _WARNING" In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
  • Page 4 • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
  • Page 5 " Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
  • Page 6 NGRATULATIONS on your purchase I new tractor. It has been designed, ]ineered and manufactured to give the best possible dependability formance. _uld you experience any problem you mot easily remedy, please contact a _rs or other qualified service center. have competent, well-trained techni- ns and the proper tools to service or...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob _Drain Tub_ For Future Use Video Cassette...
  • Page 8 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 must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin, TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 9 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- semble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
  • 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 Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH ENGINE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGEO CLUTCH 01SENGAGEO FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) & Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Pedal Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards American AMMETER...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor the eyes, which can result in severe glasses or eye shields adjustments or repairs. spectacles or standard HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- proximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline.
  • Page 16 MOWING TIPS • 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 already been cut.
  • Page 17 o OU AOS v,c AS YOU COMPLETE ChockBrakeOper°t,on Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C Lubrication Cha_ Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming 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 19 NOTE: The original equipment your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi- nals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 20 2. Remove cover. 3. Carefully removeair filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. 4. Clean base carefully to preventdebris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 5. Place new pre-cleanerand cartridge firmly in base. 6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake Place gearshift lever in neutral Place attachment clutch Turn ignition key to "STOP" Make sure the blades Disconnect spark plug wire from spark come in contact with plu 9. TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.
  • Page 22 7. Pushclutch cable housingguide into bracket,slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. 8. Placeflat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. 9. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway.
  • Page 23 BELT INSTALLATION 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of this manual). Mandrel Idler TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable...
  • Page 24 Engine Clutching Stationary Idler Transaxle TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- TRAL 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 needed, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 25 TO REMOVECABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. BLACKcable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries. Weak or Dead Fully Charged Battery Battery REPLACING BATTERY _WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time.
  • Page 26 ENGINE 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-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE...
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _)_WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center 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. Water in fuel.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM Loss of power i 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 3. position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will 1. Obstruction not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL SCHEMATIC WHITE t ... CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDALUP) IGNITION SWITCH OPTIONAL) FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLI_NO O (IF SO EQUIPPED) YOUR TRACTOR IS- EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR ELECTRICAL " - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 ' 21...
  • Page 33 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 178861...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES • chassis-Laser - It.stlt_27...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NOTE: DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 GROUND DRIVE drive-fender.stR_26...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peerless 206-545C 146682 Spring Brake Return 123666X Pulley Transaxle 12000028 Ring Retainer 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 105701X Washer Plate Shift 74550412...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 STEERING ASSEMBLY __3g ____j 37"_37 steedng_plJt_42...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 175131 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 121748X Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170545 Control, Throttle 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Bnggs Model No. 31C707-0230-E1 137352 Muffler 165291 Gasket 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 137180...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat It.knob_9 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 145006 Clip, Push-In Hinged STD541437 !24181X Spring, Seat 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 19131614 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge 180186...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 186377 Decal, HP Engine 184728 Decal, Hood RH 179128 Decal, Deck 184729 Decal, Hood LH 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 186800 Decal, Replacement 138047 Decal, Battery 184899 Decal, Fender 149516 Decal, Battery, Dngr/Psn Eng 156439 Decal, Danger Fender 184730 Decal, Side Panel WHEELS &TIRES...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR LIFT ASSEMBLY '° 32 j KEY PART 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139865 139866 STD624008 173288 73350800 175689 73800800 139868 163552 169865 73540600 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR MOWER DECK 0//67 _147 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 .146 >21...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR MOWER DECK KEY PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 706A NUMBL=IRS HERE Model et S_rlel Ch_ffrelGi...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 770128 Transaxle Case 776395 Countershaft 776409 Output Shaft 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 778369 Spur Gear (15 teeth) 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth) 792180 Shift Key 792047 Woodruff Key #9...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 20® 6,,0 691@ 524 _ 842€_, 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1036 EMISSION LABEL J - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 868 _) 943 O 1266 0 15 0 584_ 1264'_ 1270...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1022 83_. 1029 1022 1023 ,o,.,,, 7 I,o2_ I,.-_ 2o,0_ ;,,_ 3_ 11...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE 127 (_ 4311 1266AO 1266 0 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 NUMBER 0230-E1 634A,_-._ 1091 121 CARBURB_R OVERHAI_LT 104 _ 127_ 105 _ 93_;I 106 _ 117_ 977 CARBURE_R GASKETSET 987_) 276@ 231_ 1266 0 6170 634_..._ 1266A O...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.272673 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A _ 1265 _)68 10400 803_ 310l 1070 802 @ 8OlA _ 1005 513 _ 803A _ 3101 783 _ 311A NOTE:For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 391086 Seal-Oil (Magnelo Side) 697106 Sump-Engine 698147 Head-Cylinder 692410 •+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 697109 Gasket-Breather 697157 Screw (Breather Assembly) 697113 Tube-Breather 697110 Gasket-Crankcase 690360 Screw (Cylinder Head) 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 697127...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 697122 Elbow-Intake 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 691261 Washer (Starter Cable) 696459 Alternator 691532 Strap-Starter 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 693699 Drive-Starter 510A 497606 Drive-Starter 692024 Clutch-Drive 697086 Dipstick 691032 •...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES 1. Fold this page along doffed line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 56 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional and items like garage door openers and water heaters.

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