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Craftsman 917.271733 Owner's Manual

17.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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I[RAFTSMAW I
17.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271733
• 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 prn, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 prn, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED "I3NOYEAR 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 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob ects. Failure to observe the fonowing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II, SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss- instructions in the manual and on the of-control and tipaver accidents, which...
  • Page 4 IILCHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic a ccidents canoccur ifthe operator area. isnot a lert t othepresence ofchildren. • 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 Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS Sears or other qualified service center. CAPACITY UNLEADED We have competent, well-trainod techni- ANDTYPE: REGULAR clans and the proper tools to service or OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F repair this tractor.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer I_(1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 washer 3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Extension Steering Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft Seat (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...

  • 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 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 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See INSTALL SEAT Operation section for location and Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. function of controls) Remove adjustment knob and fiat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ,Y CHECKLIST For b est c utting r esults, mower housing Before you operate and enjoy your new should b e properly leveled, See "TO tractor, we wish to assure that you receive LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the the best performance and satisfaction Service and Adjustments section of this from this Quality Product.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT 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 Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch 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 ad ustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectac es or standard safety g asses.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to 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. For healthier and shield in place.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'R'ACH- Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. MENTS Never use engine or carburetor cleaner Tow only the aftachments that are products in the fuel tank or permanent recommended by and comply with damage may occur.
  • Page 16 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period. IMPORTANT: For best performance, NOTE: If at a high alf_ude (above 3000 feet) keep mower housing free of built-up or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the grass and trash.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operatk:n Check Tire Pressure Intedock Syslems Check Operalor Pmserce and , R CileCklorLooseFaste_rs ShaCen/Repla_a MowerBade= C / Lul_catlon Cha. I O[ ChedclBatterf Leve_ Check Transax]e Cooing Adjust Blade B_(sl Tension Adler _ D_e B_(S) Tansu_ ShOne o it_...

  • Page 18: Operation

    TRACTOR 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming any maintenance. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. BRAKE OPERATION torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping distance at high speed in highest...
  • Page 19 • Check the crankcase oil level before Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. startingthe engine and after each eight (8) NOTE; The original equipment battery on hours of operation. "tightenoil fill cap/ your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
  • Page 20 1. Remove screws IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as from blower housing kerosene, are not to be used to c_ean the and lift housing and dipstick tube cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the assembly off engine. cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use 2.
  • Page 21 ,_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Piece gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignitionkey =OFF' and remove key. 5, Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6.
  • Page 22 • Ifadjustment isnecessary, make o\ \ Mandrel adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lilt link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut BothFrontLinks Shouldbe Equalin Length...
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST BRAKE Engine Pulley- Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. Clutchin, If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 24 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Positive Terminal Negative Terminal t. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE= On rear wheels only: align grooves in roar wheel hub and axle.
  • Page 25 1. Wrth engine not running, move throttle TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB controllever from slowto choke 1. Raise hood. pos_on. Slowlymove lever from choke 2. Pull bulb holder out of the bole in the tofast position. backside of the grill. 2. Check that holes"A" in governor 3.
  • Page 26 2. Move throtlie control loverto slow Idle Speed {-J _ Throttle position. With finger, rotate and hold throttle lever against idlespeed screw. Turn idle speed screw to attain 1750 RPM. 3. While still holding throttle lever against idlespeed screw, tum idle mixture valve lulltravet clockwise then counterdsek- wise unlJlengine runsrough.

  • Page 27: Storage

    hose, or tank during storage. Also, Immediately prepare your tractor for experiance indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.
  • Page 28 ROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 29 tROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE , PROBLEM 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ 1. Cutting too much grass/too Loss of power reduce speed. fast. 2. Adjust throttle control. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3. Clean underside of mower 13. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will mechanism. not rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
  • Page 31 _.p_c_'oP,'" _OOP_L_B_'_ 917._-7_'/33...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 144925 Batter 7 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x _4 156417 Case Battery 15,3664 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Buib Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 175158...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 17660612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash ST[T333710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 155927 panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip Tin nerman Grille P,'I. 172107X010 Panel, Dash.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See BreakdOwn) 8883R Cover, Pedal PeedesS 206-545C 175410 Pulley, Engine 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 71170764 Bert, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 8T_51143 Washer...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMB ER 917.271733 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271733 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 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...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control.Throttle 137040 Line, Fuel 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 148315 Plug C_I Drain Easy 1/4-20 x 5/8 124028X Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line ..Engine, (See Breakdown) 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Thd., Br_ggsModel 311707-0125-E1...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140123 Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pnl Pivot Seat (blk) 134300 Spacer Spilt 28 X 96 Zinc 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X...
  • Page 42 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 177253 Decal, Hood S_de 165799X428 PadFOOtrestRHSTLT 172331 Decal, Mower Heavy Duty 12 Ga. 179171 Owner's Manual, English Decal, Fender, Craftsman 179172 Owner's Manual, Spanish 156439 Decal, Fender Danger PART WHEELS & TIRES DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap Va]ue 1"ire...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 LIFTASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spdng $3_624066 Retainer Spdng W/Plunger 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm. Lilt 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Uric 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion BIk Zinc 120000(_ E Ring #5133-62 73800800 Nut Lock w/_Vsh 1/2-13 Uric...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 MOWERDECK 111 _ 21 22...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 MOWERDECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mover Housing 165723 Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Boll 141043 Guard, Tuv idler (94) 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 149846 Knob Custam Oval Front 144959 V-Bell 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" STD5414.37 Locknut.
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER206-545C...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 TransaxleCover 79G079 Brake Lever 786086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 TransaxleCase 47J_, 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR -Ik REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS (NSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 8751 711_ /" °_ "_176_J344,_ 240_ 185_ 404 _ R 6141_ 967_" I 1019 LABEL KIT _505_ 634A 137_...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGSENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 311_ 4620_ 80" 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS 034_ 287 _ 733_ 789A 524_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET .I 104_ 127_ 276_ 987_ .4A_ 634_ 1.0 231_42R 137Q 2760 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 137_ 51_'_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 524_) 842_ 121A CARBURETOR...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690156 C_lieder Assembly 690577 Seat-Inlet 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-MaUc) 494238 Sump-Engine 108B 695419 Valve-Choke(NikkJ Carburetor) 590188 Head-Cylinder 692408...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271733 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER0125-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690499 Shield-C,L.yllinder 691429 Cap-Drive 691003 Screw(Cylinder Shield) 691286 Cap-End Motor-Starter 693551 693757 Housing-Starter 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm) 497608...
  • Page 54 SERVICENOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
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