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Owner's Manual
(RRFTSMAN
16 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.270670
£Z
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/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 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Schedule ...... 16 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 can result in severe injury or death. All IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is slopes require extra caution. If you cannot capable of amputating hands and feet back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on and throwing objects. Failure to observe it, do not mow it.
- Page 4 • Before a ndwhen backing, lookbehind • Never tamper with safety devices. anddown forsmall children. Check their proper operation regularly. • Never carry children. They may falloff • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or andbeseriously injured o r interfere other debris build-up.
- Page 5 In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase California Public Resources Code). Other of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark designed, engineered...
- Page 6 (1) Hex Bolt Steering 3/8-16 x 1 Wheel Insert (1) Large Fiat Washer °t (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-1a _ Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Shaft Boot '__-_ Seat 17/32 x(1) Washer (1) Shoulder 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18 t_(1)
- Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts 14 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 8 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and Seat function of controls) Terminal • Press lift lever plunger and raise Batter attachment lift lever to its highest Door position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal, •...
- Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS (If previously removed) • Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for upright position. replacing motion and mower blade ddve • Place front of mulcher plate over front belts in the Service and Adjustments of mower deck opening and slide into section of this manual.
- Page 10 These symbols m ay appear onyourtractor o rinliterature supplied w iththeproduct. Learn andunderstand theirmeaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP tl _ LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER L_FT...
- Page 11 KNOW YOUR 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 Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lift...
- Page 12 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 13 • The average lawn should be cut to • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. sure you have allowed room for tractor approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches to roll slightly as you restart movement •...
- Page 14 ADD GASOLINE • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular release key as soon as engine starts. unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline Do not run starter continuously for will increase carbon and lead oxide more than fifteen seconds per minute.
- Page 15 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 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Ch_k Brake Operation CheCk Tire Pressure Check Operator Pcesence and Inter/OCk Systems Check for Loose Fasteners t, j Sharpen/Replace Mower Btades Lubrication Chart Check Batlery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle COOling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Ad)ust MOt.0n Drive Belt(s) Tension...
- Page 17 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- Always bly, center hole in blade must align with o bserve safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer ant flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
- Page 18 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils BA'n'ERY (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starling in Your tractor has a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is sufficient for normal use. will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F.
- Page 19 ENGINE COOLING FINS • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine replace cartridge. cooling fins to prevent engine damage • Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, from overheating. cover and secure with knob(s).
- Page 20 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. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a short- free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
- Page 21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- Ad ust the mower while tractor is parked ments, check that both front links are on evel ground or driveway. Make sure equal in length. Both links should be tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- approximately 10-3/8".
- Page 22 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE • Road test tractor for proper stopping DRIVE BELT distance as stated above. Readjust if The mower blade drive belt may be necessary. If stopping distance is still replaced without tools. Park the tractor greater than six (6) feet in highest on level surface.
- Page 23 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER • Replace washers and snap retaining NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. The trensaxle should be in neutral when NOTE: To seal tire punctures and the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire gate) position.
- Page 24 Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Keps_ Bolt _.<_ Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Battery • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in Negative Terminal Positive Terminal...
- Page 25 ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and low emission, it is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, systems, which are being done at the which allows some adjustment within the customers expense, may be performed limits allowed by the cap.
- Page 26 ACCELERATION TEST Idle Speed Throttle Screw Lever • Move throttle oontrol lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counter-clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces- sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
- Page 27 ethanol or methanol) can attract moistur_ Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the which leads to separation and formation tractor will not be used for 30 days or of acids during storage. Acidic gas can more.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. • Fill fueltank. Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes " before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. •...
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engineclicks • Weak or dead battery, • Recharge or replace battery. willnot start • Corroded battery terminals. • Clean battery terminals, • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. •...
- Page 30 I HUUBLESHOOTIN( ;CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE !Poor cut - uneven •Worn, bentorlooseblade. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. Buildup of grass, leaves, • Clean underside of mower and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) SOLENOlO (NOT OCCUPIED) WHI_TE SEAT SWITCH BLACK • B A¢ ATT'MENT CLUTCH N _1 BLACK (CLUTCH G OU D NG BL_CK "_4 IGNITION PLUG (OPTIONAL) SPARK FUEL = UNIT (2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL, ENGINES}...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-_n 166192 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 166190...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 2921_ 208_...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash. STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 155927 PaneI, Dash, L.H. 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 169117 PaneI, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H. 144983X558 Hood Assembly 126938X...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.270670 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transax_e (See Breakdown) 127274X Keeper Belt RH LT Pnt/zinc 16g Peedess 206-545C 169691 Keeper Belt Centerspan 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18/20"...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 154427 Front Axle AsSembly 156483 Spindle ASSembly, L,H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6L_6H Bearing, 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 12000029 Ring, Klip...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162157 Control Throffle/Choke 17720410 ScrewHexThdCutl/4-2Ox5/8T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 310707-0136-E1 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 813 Id Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" 13800300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt STD551237...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 121248X 140122 Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 72050412 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16uric X 1...
- Page 43 133644 Decal, Maint Customer Sears Dora 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 165800X428 Pad, Footrest LH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender Craftsman 165799X428 Pad, Footrest RH STLT 156439 DecaLFenderDanger 172082 Manual Owner's (English) • - 172083 Manual, Owner's (Spanish) WHEELS &...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 LIFT ASSEMBLY 11__...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift RH 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Beadng Nylong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 122365X ButtonPlungerRead...
- Page 46 I HAL; IUH - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 MOWER DECK _/67...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165992 MowerDeckAssembly, 42" 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake STD533107 Bolt 133943 Washer, Hardened Arm, Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 155046 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 165723 Spacer, Retainer Guard, TUV Idler STD624G08...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - oMODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever 78CO86A NeedleBeadng5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 -20 x 1-1 /4" 770128 TransaxleCase 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0136-E1 TOINSTALL, SEE REPAIR •k REQU]RESSPECIALTOOLS INSTRUCTIONMANUAL. 654_ s5._22 691 d 71 ;_ 146 L J 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL 6170...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0136-EI /I 423_r :,11W ; "443 _r REQUIRE3 $PEC,AL TOOL3 INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL, 133( ,:_d 95 _ 987 (_ 127 _ 276 _ LMT/CARBURETOR PART NUMBER LOCATIONS THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS...
- Page 52 TRACTOR.. M ODEL N UMBER 917.270670 BRIGGS 8,STRA'I-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER310707,TYPENUMBER0136-E1 1119_ 287 _ 783A 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 PARr PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 6_3156 Cylinder Assembly 231855 • Velve-Float Needle 690577 • Seat-Inlet 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 291675 _r SeaI-C_l 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 494238 Sump-Engine 108A 692344...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270670 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0136-E1 PART PART DI=SCRIP13ON DESCRIPTION 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 691239 Pin-Counterweight 497608 Brush Set 691096 Screw (Counterweightl 692127 Screw (Mounting Bracket) 693713 Gear-Pinion (For Steel 495859 Armature-Magneto Gear Only) 94731...
- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTI ,CUT GUIDE THe. S...
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