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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272912
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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from previously
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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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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- Page 1 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- 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 hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- • ILWARNING: In order to prevent acciden- tion and do not point it at anyone.
- Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere with • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate the •...
- Page 5 • Be sure the area is clear of other people • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree before mowing. Stop machine if anyone limbs, etc. enters the area. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven • Never carry passengers or children terrain could overturn the machine.
- Page 6 REPAIR PROTECTION CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, AGREEMENTS engineered and manufactured to give Congratulations on making a smart pur- you the best possible dependability chase. Your new Craftsman_ product is performance. designed and manufactured for years of Should you experience any problem you dependable operation.
- Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension _St_eritg Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Slope Sheet Video...
- 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 INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Adjust seat before tightening adjustment instruction below to remove the tractor knob. from the skid. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See...
- Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replac- upright position. ing motion and mower blade drive belts 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front in the Service and Adjustments section of mower deck opening and slide into...
- Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL...
- 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 yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Switch Light Switch Position Ammeter...
- 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 The cutting height range is approxi- 2. Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are mea- sured from the ground to the blade tip with TO STOP MOWER BLADES the engine not running. These heights disengage attachment clutch control.
- Page 15 TOWING CARTS OTHER ATTACH- Acidic gas can damage the fuel system MENTS of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should Tow only the attachments that are recom- be emptied before storage of 30 days mended by and comply with specifications or longer.
- Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and • Do not mow grass when it is wet. below) Wet grass will plug mower and leave 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry control in until the engine begins to run before mowing.
- Page 17 REGULAR SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil rifler) 1_1,2...
- Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. forming any maintenance. 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 19 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when ever, periodic charging of the battery with used above 32°F.
- Page 20 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for Every 100 hours of operation (more often checking level. For accurate reading, under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), tighten dipstick cap securely onto the remove the blower housing and other cool- tube before removing dipstick. Keep oil ing shrouds.
- Page 21 I _IL WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
- 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" tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
- Page 23 Mandrel With parking brake "Engaged" TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Pulley Park the tractor on level surface. Engage TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE parking brake. For assistance, there is a Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable belt installation guide decal on bottom side brake system which is mounted on the of left footrest.
- Page 24 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- Engine Pulle MENT Clutching If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are Stationary positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER Keeper The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
- Page 25 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- Positive terminal must be connected TE RY first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. _ILWARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- 1. Lift hood to raised position. erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame 2. Remove terminal guard. and smoking materials away from bat- 3.
- Page 26 2. Loosen knob and remove cover as- TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL SEMBLY sembly from air cleaner. 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, 1. Raise hood. loosen casing clamp screw and move 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. choke cable until choke is completely 3.
- Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of _WARNING: Never store the tractor acids during storage.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under 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. mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3.
- Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 SCHEMATIC ,,Ik BATTERY ©: FUSE STARTER BLACK • (OPTIONAL) WHITE I AMMETER SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL WHITE IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH SEAT SWITCH °LAO , BLACK BLACK GROUNDING BLACK (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR • (OPTIONAL) SPARK •...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 ELECTRICAL I // 33 "_ I///...
- Page 33 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Cable Ground 121305X Switch Seat 175566 Switch lgn 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Pin Hex 1/4-20Uncx1/2 131563 Cover Terminal 178861 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -It,st}t ..10...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Assembly 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, LH. 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 ScrewThdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 GROUND DRIVE • 48 3536 drive-fender.stlt_23...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 173937 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 Peerless 206-545C STD551143 Washer 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 STEERING steering_pl,lt...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H 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 3366R...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs intek-twin_28 KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170546 Control, Throt Paddle 137180 Arrestor, Spark 17720408 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 157103 Tank, Fuel Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) 161696 Cap Fuel Guage No.
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 LIFT ASSEMBLY lift- rh, 1piece 3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 173288 Link, Front Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 Unc Shaft Assembly, Lift 175689 Trunnion 105767X Pin, Groove...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 SEAT ASSEMBLY <> seat It+knob 1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Fender 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Zinc 121250X...
- Page 43 181824 Decal, Lower Dash 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 184916 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal, Rplcmnt 165800X428 184899 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156368 Decal, Fender STLT Oper lnst 187805 Owner's Manual, English 187806 Owner's Manual, Spanish...
- Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 MOWER DECK i147 106_ 103 105 103 _\/_,/ 1011_ 104 106 42 D man-t-path stlt 3,...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION V-Belt 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 144959 STD533107 Bolt STD541437 Mulcher Cover 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 136420 Front 71081010 Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C _,,,,31A...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 Dowel Pin 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792076A Flat Washer 770128 Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W 776395 Countershaft 790079 Brake Lever 776409 Output Shaft 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 255[ 28s[_ 1019 LABEL 24 [_ 447A 163_ t0t7 _1013 1035 220 @ t027 53 1 1095 VALVE GASKET 750 8 883 J 276 @ 865B_ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 447A_...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 4o #el 1022 1022 1029 1100 914_i_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 552A 1123 97_137(_ 552A 1124 1123 16o_ 977CARBURETORGASKETSET 117 _ [SJ_ 118 _ 150_ 1123@ 1124_...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 74I_ 3341_ 7oo@ 1070 _1005 @ 332 @ 358 ENGINE GASKET 510J 513[_ 783 _,_ 943_ 276 @...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 391086 *Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499804 Carburetor 690069 Sump-Engine 690993 Valve-Throttle 693998...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272912 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 808656 Pump-Fuel 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide 690442 Washer (Governor Crank) 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide 690960 Screw (Back Plate) 690968 *+Seal-Valve 690999 Plate-Carburetor 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover) 499486...
- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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