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Craftsman 917.270412 Owner's Manual

13.5 hp electric start - 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
®
13.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
-
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAW
TRACTOR
Model No.
917o270412
o Safety
o Assembly
o Operation
Maintenance
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating
this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
I=800-659°5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears,
Roebuck and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all I=800-659°5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-...
  • Page 3 o Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do not try to stabilize the machine o Stop engine before removing grass putting your foot on the ground, catcher or unclogging chute° o Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. o Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 ° Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Nevermakeadjustments or repairswith Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, Use extra Caution when Servicing them. o Check brake operation frequently. to wear,damage,anddeterioration, Adjust and service as required. which could expose moving parts or •...
  • Page 5 MIN, CCA: this manual). CASE SIZE: UIR 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 dependability and performance. Should you experience...
  • Page 6 PartsBagcontentsshowr) {ull size ..(2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-16 x 1/2 (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/t6-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Partspacked separately i n carton • ,,,_,, Seat Video Steering Cassette Wheel Steering Boot Manual Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size Wheel Steering insert Slope Sheet (2) Keys Steering Wheel Bushing teering .... Adapter...
  • Page 8 Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledat the factorywithexceptionofthose partsleft unassembled forshippingpurposes. T o ensuresafe andproperoperationof yourtractor :ali_lSa'_s:ahd hardwareyou assiamble mustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttoots:_ _: as necessary to insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeforeyou begin° TOOLS REQUIRED o Snap steedng wheel insert into center of steering wheel. ASSEMBLY o Remove protective materials from trac- A socket wrench set will make assembly...
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT : HOWTO SETUPYOUR TRACTOR Adjust seat before tightening adjustment CHECK BATTERY knob° • Lift seat pan to raised position and open o Remove cardboard packing on seat battery box door. pan.. , If this battery is put into service after o Place seat on seat pan and assemble month and year indicated...
  • Page 10 _"CHECKLIST CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING should be properly leveled° See "TO CHECKLIST: LEVELMOWER HOUSING":in A!l:assemblyinstructions have been Service and Adjustments section of this:: ..completed. manual, •/ No remaining loose parts in carton. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION...
  • Page 11 Thesesymbolsmayappearon yourtractoror in literaturesupplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning,, SLOW FAST CAUT1ON OR REVERSE FORWARD BATTERY WARNING OVER TEMP ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON LIGHT UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT PARKING BRAKE CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT FUEL LOCKED L ®)St HIGH...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourseif with the locations of ..various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Light Switch Ammeter...
  • Page 13 TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when Your tractor is equipped with an operator tractor is standing idle with the engine run- presence sensing switch° When engine ning, hot engine exhaust gases may is running, any attempt by the operator cause "browning"...
  • Page 14 TO TRANSPORT ° Forbestcuttingperformance, g rass over6 inchesin heightshouldbe ° Raise attachment lift to highest position mowedtwice. Makethe firstcut rela- with attachment lift control. tivelyhigh;the secondto desired = When pushing or towing your tractor, be sur, e.ge.a[s,hi!t lever isin neutral 1_6Sitiofi:: :''"...
  • Page 15 Drain the.gas .tank, start the engine and let WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and it run until the fuel lines and carburetor above) empty, Use fresh fuel next season. When engine starts, move the throttle Storage instructions for additional informa- control to the fast position,.
  • Page 16 o When mowing large areas, start by turn- ing to the right so that clippings will dis- charge away from shrubs, fences, drive- ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall, it should mowed twice to reduce...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /_/_o_/_o_/_ AS YOU COMPLETE /_(?,_0_ ..REGU_R SERVICE .Jf'_e-_'_SER\,/tCE DATES CheckB,akeOperat on 1 1 I iifill " Check Tire Pressure .... " ..check operator Presence Inledock Systems • Check for Loose Fasteners "S'h'a'_e_Repiace MOWer Blades 644, Chart Lub;icatlon...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and Always observe safety rules when per- flat washer in exact order as shown. forming any maintenance° = Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. BRAKE OPERATION torque). tf tractor requires morn than si_ (6)_feet IMPORTANT;...
  • Page 19 • Keepbatteryand terminalsclean. TO CHANGEENGINE ..o Keepbatteryboltstight. Determine temperature range expected ° Keepsmallvent holes open, before oil change. All oil must meet API ° Rechargeat 6-to amperes for i hour° service classification SF, SG or SH. TO CLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS °...
  • Page 20 . Reinstall c artridge,nut,precleaner, MUFFLER cover' a ndsecure with knob(s). Inspect and replace corroded muffler and iMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- kerosene, are not to be used to clean the ate a fire hazard and/or damage. cartridge._They may cause deterioration SPARK PLUGS...
  • Page 21 Ak-_CAUTION: Beforeperforminganyserviceor adjustments: • Depressclutch/brake pedalfully and setparkingbrake, • Placegearshiftleverin neutral(N) position. ° Placeattachment c lutch in "DISENGAGED" position. ° Turn ignitionkey "OFF"and removekey ° Makesurethe bladesandall movingpartshavecompletely stopped. ° Disconnect s parkplugwire fromsparkplug andplacewirewhereit cannotcome in contactwith plugo TO REMOVE MOWER o Disconnect front links from deck by...
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING o If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust the mower while tractor is parked one link to same length as other link. on level ground or driveway° Make sure = To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- on both front links an equal number of UCT SPECIFICATIONS").
  • Page 23 3ELTINSTALLATION o Makesurebelt is in allpulleygrooves _ and inside_ & llbelt._guide& ..removal., o Installmowerin reverseorderof removalinstructions° Mandrel Idler Pulley Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE Park the tractor on level surface° Engage Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted...
  • Page 24 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- iMPORTANT; Your tractor Is equipped MENT with a 12 volt negative grounded system_ The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt If steering wheel crossbars are not hori- negative grounded system. Do not use zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- ;tiodedstr_,ight forward, ='emove Steering...
  • Page 25 o Connect:.BLACK g roundingcableto negative(-) terminal w ith remaininghex bo!tand kepsnuLTightensecurely o Closebatteryboxdoor. Headlight Seat Pan Wire Connector Battery Box Door 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-...
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ,, While still holding throttle lever against NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is idle speed screw, turn idle mixture valve full travel clockwise then counterclock- low emission,, tt is equipped with an idle wise until engine runs rough. Turn valve fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the ..
  • Page 27 Immediately prepareyourtractorforstorm Acidic gas can damage the fuel system ageatthe endof the seasonor if the trac- an engine while in storage° tor will not be usedfor30 daysor more_ o Drain the fuel tank. ,_kCAUTION: Never store the tractor with o Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty, gasoline...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTHNG CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION o Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start ° See 'q'O START ENGINE" o Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. o Wait several rninutes before o Engine flooded. attempting to start. o Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART,, CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE - Check all wiring° o Loose or damaged wiring. Engine clicks but o Check/replace solenoid ,, Faulty solenoid or starter° will not start (cont'd) starter. ° Set in "Higher Cut" posF Loss of power Cutting too much tion!reduce speed,, grass/too...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE o Clean around mandrels to Poor cut - uneven Clogged mower deck vent open vent holes. holes from buildup of (cont'd) ,: • grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels_ o Obstruction in clutch Mower blades will °...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270411 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP STARTER I (OPTiOn) ..t ..CLUTCH/ BRAKE SOLENOID (PEDAL .UP) IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH _LAC_ (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) IGNITION BLA= SPARK PLUG UNIT PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) :3 AMP O _(30 28 VOLTS...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 ELECTRICAL •= • ¢...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2704.12 PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1./4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC 136850 Hamess, Ught Socket (includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270412 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES .-._8...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160393 Chassis Asm LT STMP Drawbar Stretch 140356 17490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty4t STD55t025 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga 155272 Bumper HoodlDash I55924X0t2 Saddle Slkscr Fit LT 6SP Peerless Shield Hr.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxte Peedess 206-508B 154407 Bellcrank Asrn Clutch (See Breakdown) 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Hex Hd 3t8-16unc x 1-112 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc STD523715 Nut Crownlock 3t8-I6 UNC t23666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20"...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 STEERING ASSEMBLY "-'----1 2t:: 4£;...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel ! 54427 Axle Assembfy STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L H, t57473 Spindle Assembly, R H 6266H Beating, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25132 x t-5t8 x I6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL HUMBER 917.270412 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9! 7.2704-12 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162144 Control Th/ch RH Btk Pdt 15 10 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine B&S (See Breakdown) Model No 28R707-1140-EI 137348 Muffler LT B&S 12/12 5/t3 HP 272293 Gasket Eng I 313 Id 33nPlated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bracket Mounting Switch 140122 Seat 121246X Bushing Snap Blk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pvt St 121248X Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1t2 STD523710 BoltFin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 72050412 Spacer Split 28x 96 "(el Zinc 19131610 Washer Rat 13/32 X 1 X !0 Ga...
  • Page 45 Decal, Mower Qc System Domesti 131265 Decal, Lightbox 156867 Decal, Oper Sdi P/L Gear 157199 Pad Footrest 163204 Decal, Fender Craftsman White 138311 Decal, Handle Lit Height Adjust 149516 Decal, Batten/Dngr!Psn Eng 165414 Manual Owners English Acme 165415 Manual Owners Spanish...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU IVtBER 917.270412 LIFT ASSEMBLY 17.18 20...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger !59474 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove I 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer Pttd21/32 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing Nylon Bik 629 ld 125631X Grip Handle Fluted Brk 122365X...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164961 Mower Housing 133944 Washer, Hardened STD533107 Bolt 155066 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, t31340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Front STD541410 Locknut t38440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-508B 70 6#,...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 205-508B PART PART NO., DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4-20 x 2-1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU_IIBER 917.270412 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 _614 t019 LAB;:;. KIIT] 305(_ 383_ '_ REQUIRESSPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONMANUAL (_305 305A 4--1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 ,,,,L,,J,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,L, , ,, , ..,;,;,, t105 127_ _ "_ "_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL, _)524...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR- ,- MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 663_ _657 I 1036 EM ISSION LABEL KIT 1044 _455 100!
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 t 801 ....1090 121 CARBURETOR 358 GASKET SET 127 0 106_ 138 _ 634_ _634 842_ 537_--_ t095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270412 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUIViBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1140-E1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496413 CylinderAssembly 272554 e* Gasket, C_lrburetor 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting 391086 * Seal, Oil 224948 Screen, Rotating 494238 Base, Engine 225136...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270412 BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1!40-E! PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94903 Screw, Shoulder 392134 Gear, Ring 284A 94704 Screw, Hex Head 490324 Cover, Starter 496280 Housing, Blower 94951 Screw, Torx_ 94786 Screw, Hex Head 281159 Clip, Lead Wire...
  • Page 60 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1=800=366=PART (1-800'366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1=800=4-REPASR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...

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