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Craftsman 917.272421 Owner's Manual

18.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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18.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272421
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/cre:ffsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment, 5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/cre:ffsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... 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 matedal or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in sedous injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storingthe •...
  • Page 4 III. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OIL TYPE t 0W30(abovs32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules. API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below 320F "...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer I_(1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 washer 3/8 (1) Lock 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut St)terni;igon 5/16-18 Steering _ Steering Shaft Boot Wheel Adapter Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge ) Knob Keys Slope Sheet...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and propar 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 rollor drive your Label tractor oft the skid. Follow the appropriate instructionbelow to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Box Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest INSTALL SEAT position.
  • Page 10 INSTALL M ULCHER P LATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, shack to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE"...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith 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 Switch Lift Ammeter Plunger...
  • 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 average lawn should be cut to _k CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: When operating in • Do not push or tow tractor at more than temperatures below 32°F(O°C), use fresh, two (2) MPH. clean winter grade gasoline to help • To reengage transmission, reverse insure good cold weather starting. above procedure. •...
  • Page 16 • The attachments and ground drive can 2. Disengage transmission by placing now be used. If the engine does not freewheel control in freewheeling accept the load, restart the engine and position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in allow it to warm up for one minute this section of manual).
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mower should be properly leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See "TO grass and trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this the grass clippings many times and manual.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILLIN DATES AS YOUCOMPLEI_ REGULAR SERVICE ChDck Brake Operatic_ Clted_Tim pr_ssu_ 11/ i_ Clled_ Operator PrESence and Interlook S yst e n_ Sharpo_Repjuce M owerBlad_ Battery L_wl Clean Battery and Temlk_als Check Tmnssxle Cooling Adjust B lede Bait(s) Tendon I_#s Adjust Mot_ Orivo Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, rRACTOR center hole In blade must align with star _.lways observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. )erforming any maintenance, 4. Reassemble hax bolt, lock washer 5RAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as _ftractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BA'rrERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Yourtractor has a battery charging system and fluid maintenance is not required for which is sufficientfor normal use. How- the life of the transaxte. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with transaxle ever leak or require servicing, an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER ]. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for 3. Slide foam pre.cleaner off cartridge. checking level. Insert dipstick into the 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube.
  • Page 22 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER 3. Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement The fuel filter should be replaced once oil filter. each season. If fuel filter becomes 4. Install replacement oil filter on filter clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- adapter.
  • Page 23 _CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 24 • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT from trunnion an both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, equal number of turns.
  • Page 25 2. Disconnect clutch wire harness. }ELT INSTALLATION - 3. Remove clutch locator. L Install new belt in reverse order of 4. Remove belt from stationary idler and removal. clutching idler. _. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves 5. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. and inside all belt guides.
  • Page 26 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. Retaining 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above Ring steps until satisfied. Axle MotionControl NeutralLock Gate Square Key (Rear Wheel Only) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'rFERY _IILcAUTION: Lead-acidbatteriesgsnerate TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- explosivegases.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- -_EPLACING BAI-FERY SEMBLY _CAUT ON: Do not short battery 1. Raise hood. erminals by allowing a wrench or any 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. )thor object to contact both terminals at 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at he same time.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATIONTEST- The carburetor has been presetat the factory 6. Move thrctlJe controlleverfrom slowto and adjustment should not be necessary. fast position. I f engine hesitatesor dins, However, minor adjustment may be required rum idlefuel ac_usting n eedle out to c(_npensate for differences in fuel, (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.Repeat test temperature,allJtudeor load.
  • Page 29 Also, experience Indicates that alcohol mmediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using _torage at the end of the season or ff the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture factor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation nore.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fillfuel tank. 2. See=TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. (continued) 4. Claan/replace air filter. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level!dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION t. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speedtoosiow. discharge "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ;CHEMA_C WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE REPLACED PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. G F C IGNmON SWITCH PO6mON CIRCUrr C+ F,B*E,A÷D RELAY C +G=B_. H NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 LECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Vblt 28 Amp 74760412 BoE, Hex Head 1/4-20 uric x 3/4 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 161343 Switch. _ntedock N Opr_l Opn 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272421 :HASSIS AND ENCLOSURES pART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chasels Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168343X012 Dash S_)533710 Bo!t, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash. LH. 172107X010 P_nel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X612 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ;ROUND DRIVE _.EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 8883R Cover, Pedal ..Tmnsaxte (See Breakdown) HydroGr314_510 175417 pulley, Engine STD551143 Washer 165865 Rod Shilt Fender Adjust 137140 Clutch Elect CVX 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro STD561210 PinCottar 1/TxlCAD 169183...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ;TEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944 Steering Wheer 172393 Axle Assembly Cast iron 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Bearing, R_.e, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, KIIp 175121...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170548 Control,Throttle 1"/720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thlead Cutting 1/4-20 x 5_ ..Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV492-27506 159420 Muffler 12-O41-03 Gasket Kohler 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy $1D551237 Washer 169837 Shield BrrVDbr Guard 137180...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140_51 Bracket, Ptvo(, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .68 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge...
  • Page 45 177355 Decal, Hood Side 138311 Decal, Uft Handle 172331 Decal, Deck 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 163204 Decal, Feoder, Craftsman 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 179146 Owner's M anual, Engllsh...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner W_re Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift I fto'767X Pin, Groove 120000(_ E-Rlug 19211621 Washer 21/32 x t x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Gdp, Handle, Fluted BL_oot Plunger, 122_5X 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 MOWERDECK _'37 _145 >21 116 113 111 1 4 23 24 19"_...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 141043 Guard, TUV Idler STD533107 Bolt 174882 Spdng Ext. Elect. Clutch 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 174883 V-Bait Front Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/6-16 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 136420 Mutcher Covor S]I)_24033...
  • Page 50 120_ :>.-I ooo= r- m...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272421 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing. Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate. Trunion 142667 Brake Antuadng Pin Machined 170410 Ht'ncs 1/4.20x2...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I CYLINDRE DIRIGE SOUPAPE ET RENIFLARD I CRARKCASE I CARTER-MOTEUR...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seal, crankshaft 25-351-01-S Lifter. valve 42) 12-032-03-S Block, cylinderUse 12-755-94-S Kit, cylindernead (Includes Short Block 12 522 49 3-17. Gaskets 12 041 01oS Strap, lifting (Qty.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES IGNITION/ELECTRICAL] I_LECTRIQUE ALLUMAGE HABITAT]ON DE SOUFFLEUR ET DI_CALENT °_, "o--I$ &IR INTAKE _I_RE DE LA ARRIVI_E Jl____...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange MlOx1.5x46 MSxO.8xl0 12-466-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4" 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 12-146-07-S Plate, blower housing...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 3TARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS _MARRANT DE LE SYST_ME MOTEUR CONTR_)LE ¢ \ '\ °',, _,4_ ,B o,._t_t\:, OIL PAN I LUBRICATION DE LA HUII.E PAN DE LA LU BRIFICATION '-'° (_/lg...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 ENGtNF. COt4TROLS STARTING SY_'rEM PART pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Liw_ge, choke M-833070-S Screw hex. f_ar_3e "_ 12-07g-11-S Clamp, cable M8x1.25x70 12-237_01-S Screw. hex. flange 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 24-086-43-S Screw, lobed socket 3-8) M-664020-S M6XI.Ox20(2)
  • Page 58 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 CRANKSHAFT VILEBREQUIN FUEL SYSTEM FUEL DE LE SYSTt_ME I a--I...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272421 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV492,TYPE NUMBER 27506 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) M-629116-S Stud M6xl.0x116 25-139-27-S Plug, cup 12-853-118-SKit, carburetor w/gasket (Inbludes 4,5,6 q_J 1 Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, EXHAUST Terminal 25-452-20-S)
  • Page 60 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 61 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 62 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL OperateyourTractorupanddownthefaceofslopes(not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- J ally to prevent tipping or toss of control. Exerclss extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it,no matterwho sold Forrepairofcarry-in products likevacuums,lawn equipment, a nd electronics, callfor the nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800--488-1222 An,/,_T_ day _ nigN (U.SAmfy) For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-R-yourself,call Sears PattsDIrect _] 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.- 11p.m.,7daysaweek...