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Craftsman 917.272074 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 17 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
17 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272074
This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
differently
from previously
built engines,
Before you start the en-
gine, 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 pm, 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 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR 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: Slope 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, • Be sure the area is clear of other people Look for this symbol to point out before mowing.
  • 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 •...
  • 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 overtum • Never carry passengers or children machine.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, Gasoline 1.25 engineered and manufactured to give Capacity Unleaded you the best possible dependability Type: Regular performance. Oil Type SAE 10W30 Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering 3/8-16 x 1 Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Shaft Steering © Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge ._(1) Knob For Future Use...
  • 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Label instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal (See TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location controls) function 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION INSTALL MULCHER PLATE ALL BELTS (If previously removed) Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive upright position. belts 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. ,-;,A ,= BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING Oi k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OV_MP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • 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 Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lift...
  • 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 A_achment • The average lawn should be cut to Clutch Lever A_achemnt approximately 2-1/2 inches during the "Engaged" Lever High cool season and to over 3 inches Posffion Posi_on during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

  • Page 15: Before Starting The Engine

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra The engine in your tractor has been cranking time to move fuel from the tank to shipped, from the factory, already filled the engine.
  • Page 16 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 this •...

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR S ERVICE /_._/¢_¢_./¢P/_ ERV ICE DATES Check Operator Presence Intedock Systems Check for LOOSe Fasteners li//s Sharper_Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil fitter) V'l,= E Ch_ge...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 • TO CHANGE ENGINE Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. Determine temperature range expected • Keep small vent holes open. before oil change. All oil must meet API • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. service classification SF-SJ.
  • Page 20 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 21 PERFORMING INJURY, [_lb WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS BEFORE SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING on both front links an equal number of Adjust the mower while tractor is parked turns. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower tires areproperly inflated (See "PROD- at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Mandrel Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt...
  • Page 24 4. Replace washers and snap retaining TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER ring securely in axle groove. NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT 5. Replace axle cover. The transaxle should be in neutral when NOTE: To seal tire punctures and the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, gate) position.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood.
  • Page 26 2. Start engine and allow to warm for five ENGINE minutes. Make adjustments with engine Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the running and shift/motion control lever in emission control devices and systems, which neutral (N) position. are being done at the customers expense, Idle sDeed setting - W_h throttle control may be performed by any non-read engine lever in slow position, engine should idle...
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol storage at the end of the season or if the using ethanol or methanol) can attract tractor will not be used for 30 days or moisture which leads to separation more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 1. Out of fuel. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofpower 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 SCHEMATIC "° BATTERY SOLENOID RE D FUSE STARTER PTIONAL) wwnE CLUTCH I BRAKE MM_E_I'ER IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) \!_ _JLJ,'J, IGNITION SWITCH NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS M+G+A1 NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS _UWLIGHT B+A1 A2+L...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272074 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176137 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness Asm LightW/4152j 4152J Bulb Light#1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 175158...

  • Page 34: Chassisand Enclosures

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X558 HoodAssembly...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 GROUND DRIVE 26 27...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 Peedess206-545C STD551143 Washer 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool Proof 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt,R.H.

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..oi ..!----, •...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 SteeringWheel 175131 Axle AssemblySTMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12OOOO29...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 ENGINE 105_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170548 Control, Throttle 137040 Line, Fuel 17720408 Screw, Hex Head, Thread 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy Cutting 1/4-20 x 1/2 124028X Bushing,Snap, Fuel Line Engine, (See Breakdown) ..

  • Page 41: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 121248X 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 134300...

  • Page 42: Wheels And Tires

    Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 177367 Decal, HP Engine 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 172331 Decal, Mower Srs 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 181510 Owner'sManual, English 181511 Owner'sManual, Spanish WHEELS &...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 LIFTASSEMBLY 161718 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ STD624008 Retainer Spring Plunger 173288 LinkFront 159471 Shaft Asm, Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion BIkZinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 73800800...

  • Page 44: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 MOWER DECK ,(_,_. 67 - _.
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 141043 Guard, TUV Idler STD533107 Bolt 149846 KnobCustom Oval 138017 144959 V-Belt Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front STD541437 16546O 136420 MulcherCover Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 TransaxleCover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Traneexle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...

  • Page 48: Cylinder Head, Valve

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV490,TYPE NUMBER27508 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER s914 CRANKCASEJ 16---_...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft 12-755-94-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes Block, cylinder (Use Short 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S Block 12 522 51) (Qty.

  • Page 50: Air Intake

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 i IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 11\_, 15-- 9 AIR INTAKE D-'_- _"_-__J'_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xlO (6) M10x1.5x46 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 12-466-03-S Washer, plain 3/6" 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing 24-162-03-S...

  • Page 52: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS _T _Jm t_--_/l_ -, _- "'15 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION...

  • Page 53: Starting System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBERCV490,TYPENUMBER27508 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke M-839070-S Screw, hax. flange 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable MSx1.25x70 24-086-43-S Screw, hex. flange 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket 3-8) M6xl.Ox20 (2) 12-755-54-S...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST 2"-"" 8 FUEL SYSTEM I...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl,0 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (includes 2) M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 25-139-27-S Plug, cup 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 Tie, EXHAUST cable 12-454-03-S, Terminal...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 60 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.-11 p.m., 7days aweek (1-800-366-7278) (U.S.A.only) www.sears.com/parlsdirect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement: 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) 1-800-827-6655 (u.sJ_) 7 &m.

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