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Craftsman 917.271654 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.
917.271654
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, Mort - 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 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mort - 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...

  • 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 and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate limbs, etc. machine.
  • 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: 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. OilType SAE 30 (above 32°F) Should you experience any problem you API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 cannot easily remedy, please contact a...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering 3/8o16 x 1 Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Steering Extension Steedng Wheel Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat _" (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys...
  • 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 instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
  • Page 10 CHECK PROPER POSITION INSTALL MULCHER PLATE BELTS (If previously removed) See the figures that are shown for Raise and hold deflector shield in 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. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWERLI_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • 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: Before Starting

    • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the sure you have allowed room for tractor cool season and to over 3 inches to roll slightly as you restart movement. •...
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do Insert key into ignition and turn key not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular clockwise to start position and release unleaded gasoline with a minimum of key as soon as engine starts.

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mower should be properly leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this •...
  • Page 17 AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE /"_,,//_'/_'"_ S ER VICED A TES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower B,ades Lubrication Chart Check Batter,/Level Clean Batted/and Terminals I_ / Check Transaxle Cooling Chec_ VoBelts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil fi_ier)
  • 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 blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 • Keepbatteryand terminals clean. Change the oil after every 25 hours of op- • Keep battery bolts tight. eration or at least once a year if the trac- • Keep small vent holes open. tor is not used for 25 hours in one year. •...
  • Page 20 Service air cleaner more often under Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine dusty conditions. cooling fins. Remove knob(s) and cover. 5. To reassemble, reverse above TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER procedure. 2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge. 3.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 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 "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely...
  • Page 22 • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING on both front links an equal number 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 are properly inflated (See "PROD- at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Mandrel Idler 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 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).
  • Page 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER Replace washers and snap retaining NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ring securely in axle groove. 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 ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the is tumed in too tight. emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, PRELIMINARY SETrlNG - may be performed by any non-road engine...
  • 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 more. moisture which leads to separation formation of acids during storage.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Fill fuel tank. 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes 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...
  • 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 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 917.271654 SCHEMATIC BATTERY STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) 8tJ_CK W_ITE SOLENOID SWITCH GNITIO_ (OPTIONAL) SPARK E_CK IGNITION PLUGGAp wL_ FUEL, UNIT _22 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGENES) FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER !117.271654 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger NcGray 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uncx 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal Red 178861 Solenoid...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 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, L.H. 172105X010 Panel, Asm. SLKSCR Dash R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X558 Hood Assembly...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 GROUND DRIVE ,.-" 36 34...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 GROUND DRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer Peerless 206-545C 146682 Spring Brake Return 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 123666)( PulleyTransaxle 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 12000028 Ring Retainer...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 STEERING ASSEMBLY ..___j I-o_, ,'------_,_ II¸...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 175131 Front 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 1_272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 ENGINE 78 ,_ I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 ControIThrottle/Choke 137040 Line Fuel 20" 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20xl/2 148315 Plug Oil Drain Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Model 310707-0137-E1 17670412...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 LIFTASSEMBLY !" 13---o PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ STD624008 Retainer Spring 173288 Link Front Plunger 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift RH 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion Front Susp.

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 140122 Seat Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 134300 71110616 Bert Fin Hex 3/8-16unc Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 121250X 19131610 Washer...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 DECALS KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal, V-belt Dr Sch 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 146046 Decal, Dash, Panel 182018 Decal, Replcmnt 181702 Decal, V-belt Schematic 177278 Decal, Hood Rh 160396 177279 Decal, Hood Lh 138047 Decal Battery 181450...

  • Page 44: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 MOWER DECK 158._ 153 154...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake STD533107 Bolt 133943 Washer, Hardened 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 155046 Arm, Idler Front 165723 Spacer, Retainer 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 114 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 TrensaxleCase 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 _r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS F;._ TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 8751 711_ I 1019 LABEL KIT 1 I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1091 _...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 3091 703€_P_ 729A_ 305 _ 934_ 3,_i 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS 1006 733_ ,s_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -" MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 977 CARB._URETOR GASKET SET 104,_1270 278_ 987® 95_, 51 _ 137 O 634A_ 634J_ 1170 231_ 276_) 1095 VALVE GASKET SET E.O,.E GASKET s24@ 842 _ 617 0...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER Q137-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 231855 I_ Valve-Float Needle 690156 Cylinder Assembly 105A 694922 _ Valve-Float Needle 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 690577 Seat-Inlet 391086 ° Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 494236 Sump-Engine...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691002 Screw (Dipstick Tube) 692037 Harness-Wiring Housing-Blower 789A 695050 Harness-Wiring 690644 Screw (-Blower Housing) 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690960 690499 Shield-Cylinder 691429 Cap-Drive 6910O3...
  • Page 55 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, Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
  • Page 56 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters.

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