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Craftsman 917.271860 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.271860 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.0 hp, 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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ICRAFTSMAWI
LAWN TRACTOR
21.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.271860
This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
I
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
I
engine, read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
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 prn, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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 prn, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...
  • Page 2 After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped of 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 hands and feet and throwing, objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in senous injury or death. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely _Look for this symbol to point out necessary.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
  • Page 5 @@@@@ • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children machine.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. instructions will enable you to assemble Gasoline 3.5 Gallons and maintain your tractor properly. Capacity Unleaded Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". and Type: Regular REPAIR AGREEMENT Oil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F) A Repair Agreement is available on this (API-SF-SJ):...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1) Lock (1) Hex Bolt washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5116-18 Steering n Steering Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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 .:;.',.÷:**p" * • o .L _`_. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate .o __Label instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. (See TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location function of controls)
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments Place front of mulcher plate over front section of this manual.
  • Page 11 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 Ol L ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OV_,_MP ] ® PARKING BRAKE FUEL CHOKE...
  • Page 12 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. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch...
  • 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted CAUTIO.N: Do not drive up or down when they are slightly off the ground ills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do when mower is at the desired cuffing not drive across any slope.
  • Page 15 NOTE: To protect hood from damage To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage when transporting your tractor on a truck of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and start the engine and let it run until the fuel secured to tractor.
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and Disengage transmission by placing below) freewheel control in "transmission 8. When engine starts, slowly push disengaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue manual).
  • Page 17 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of •...
  • Page 18 AS YOUOO PLETE FILL IN DATES Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners c" Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Lever Clean Battery and TermLnals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts v" v' Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2 Change Engine Oil {without ell filter)
  • Page 19 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. BRAKE OPERATION torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping...
  • Page 20 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, NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, TO CLEAN BAI-I'ERY AND TERMINALS 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold Corrosion and dirt on the battery and weather,...
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten Air screen must be kept free of dirt and cap onto the tube securely when chaff to prevent engine damage from finished. overheating. Clean with a wire brush or AIR FILTER compressed air to remove dirt and...
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out• • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Water in engine can result in a shortened of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 24 With Parking Brake TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE "Engaged" BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. Jam Nut BELT REMOVAL Nut "A" 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "-I-O REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 Neutral Motion Control Lever Lock Gate Engine Pulley Clutching Adjustment Bolt Stationary Idler TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require Center Span removal for service or replacement, Keeper should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION"...
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Install new battery with terminals BATTERY same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. _IbWARNING: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate First connect RED battery cable to explosive gases. Keep sparks,flame and positive (+) battery terminal with hex smokingmaterials away from batteries.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY The choke control has been preset at the 1. Raise hood. factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- Unsnap headlight wire connector. scribed below before loosening cable. Stand in front of tractor.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST- Move throttle control lever from slow The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be to fast position. If engine hesitates or necessary. However, minor adjustment dies, turn idle mixture screw out may be required to compensate (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) storage at the end of the season or if the can attract moisture which leads to tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. See 'q'O START ENGINE" Engine not =CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 2. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. not rotate (con't) drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley, Frozen blade mandrel. Contact aSears or other qualified service center.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL. NUMBER 917.271843 SCHEMATIC 1411ri BATTERY STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACX SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH WHmE_ _..@LAC K I BLA( _ -" GROUNDING (OPTIONAL) _GNITION UNIT FUEL: PLUGS ON _-INE IN CYL. ENGINES) BLUE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 176138 Switch Interlock 175688 Hamess, LightSocket (w/4152J) 4152J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.271860 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawba_ 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 172105X0t0 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330)(558 HoodAssembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 GROUND DRIVE • 168 38 '_ _..._ 28_.
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 GROUND DRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle(See Breakdown) 134683 Guido Belt RH Engine Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 StrapTorque Rh STD561210 Pin Cotter 118x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer, Split 10040400...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 STEERING ASSEMBLY • • •...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 SteeringWheel 175131 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27132x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 ENGINE • _"'_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170547 ControIThrot Paddle 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) BriggsModel No. 407777-0167-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres 162797 Heat Shield Lt 10040500...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 121248X 180597 Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 72050412 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 71110616 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 121250X 19131610...
  • Page 45 181418 Decal Replacement Sra 138311 Pad Footrest Lh STLT Decal Deck 165800X428 179128 Pad Footrest Rh STLT Decal Fender Craftsman Gold 165799X428 1_2_ Manual, Owner's (English) Decal Fender STLTH Oper Inst E/S 181304 156811 Manual, Owner's (Spanish} Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 LiftLever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm, Lift 105767X PinGroove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X BeadngNylong 125631X GripHandle Fluted 122365X ButtonPlunger Read 139865 LinkAsm Lift LH.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 MOWER DECK "" _"'" -,_P"-_P" 153/_14_ 159 _,._ ___15045 _117 119 _...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 16.5892 Mower Housing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 V-Belt Front STD541437 Locknut,Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 16546O Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 119_ 120_ r- m c J1 Zl" "nW...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor,Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing,Assembly 142883 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate,TrunionMachined 142887...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 265 _ 267_ 2101 1019 LABEL KIT lC_ OWNERS M ANUAL I 270_ 1036 EMISSION LABEL 7o3_ 51A_ 53 1 447A_ 6170 51A_ 2_ _ j929_ 865_22_ 691_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 1°°_i 1023A 211_ 209% 2,0 _ _" 3 ;_ 7_ 1251 11691 672 _:::_ I____II _°8(:_:9 I ', _ ,30 _, 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 1123 (_ 276_ I,,24_...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET 276 (_ s_AC-_ 883_ 9430 1022...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 C)/linder Assembly 499806 Float-Carburetor 499585 Kd-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 499803 Tube-Fuel Transfer Side) 690994 _:I: Gasket-Float Bowl 391086 ° Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499807 Kit-Choke...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692024 Clutch-Drive 929A 691003 Screw (Choke Control 691036 Dipstick Bracket) 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 690589 • SeaI-O Ring (Oil Pump 691037 Tube-Dipstick Cover) 691262...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE 15 MAX. greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSME 1-800-368-PART 6a.m.-11 p.m., 7days aweek (14_>36_7278) (u.sA one) www_conVpartsdin_ To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement: 1-800-827-6655 (u.s_) 1-800-361-6665...

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