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Craftsman 917.270851 Owner's Manual

20.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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£RRFTSMAN °
20.5HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270851
• 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/craftsm_n

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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 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsm_n...
  • Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center• After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes, • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs • Mower blades are sharp a_l Can cut. with the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, •...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS FORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabil- ity and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Large Flat Washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 {1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (I)Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10x5/8 (2) Lock Washers #10...
  • Page 7 Parts Bag contents not shown full size Parts packed separately in carton teering Wheel Cassette I--I Video Insert Steering Wheel Seat Adapter p P,ate i /ofo_ ) Mulcher <:_ (2) Keys (2) I,.atch I-:10ok P_ssemDIleS Steering Wheel • Steering Extension Steering Boot Shaft...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For 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 • • Remove banding holding discharge guard up againsttra<_tor • ,, = .J, "_J. Label TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFFSKID WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION Hook Points OF ALL BELTS Weld Nut Down See the figures that are shown for Lock replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments Weld Nut Latch Hook section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
  • Page 11 These symbois may appea_rOn your tractor:or in literature supplied with_theproduct. Learn andunderstand their meaning. BATTERY 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 MOWER LIFT LOCKED N H L...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS 0WNER;S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING " YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familladze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition ---...:.
  • 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 ever spectacles or standard safety glasses: HOW TO USE ;YOURTRACTOR •...
  • Page 14 • Turn knob counterclockwise (P_) • Select desired height of cut. lower cutting height. • Lower mower with attachment !ift control. The cutting height range is approxi- mately !-1/2' to 4". The heights are • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

  • Page 15: To Start Engine

    engine or carburetor cleaner products in TOWING CARI'SAND OTHER the fuel tank or permanent damage ATTACHMENTS occur.:! &CAUTION: Fill io bottom of gas tank Tow only the attachments that are filler neck; Do not overfill. Wipe off any re ,commended by and comply with spilled oil or fuel.
  • Page 16 controloutslightly for a faw secondsand =then continueto push the control in : : slowly. This may require an engine • ,_,arm_up period from several'seconds. several minutes, depending on the itemperature, • The attachments can be used during the engine warm-up,period and may require the choke control be pulled out Slightly.

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    c___oo_,,o, Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrk_a,o_ Chart cA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _ll_e 4 Check Battery Leve! Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension tiiP's Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...

  • Page 18: Brake Operation

    IMPORTANT:To ensure proper assem- • bly,- center h01e in blade must align with Alwaysobsen/e _safety rules When star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION • Reassemble hex bolt, tcck washer and fiat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires mope than six (6) feet •...

  • Page 19: Clean Air Screen

    BATrERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F.

  • Page 20: Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas

    IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING as kerosene, are not to be used to clean AREAS the cartridge. They may cause deteriora- To insure proper cooling, make sure the tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. grass screen, cooling fins, and other Do not use pressurized air to clean or external surfaces of the engine are kept dry cartridge.
  • Page 21 • _CAUTION: Before performing-ar_y service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key =OFF" and remove key. the blades and all have i Make sure moving parts...

  • Page 22: Belt Removal

    -=SIDE-TO-SIDEADJUSTMENT To raise frontof mower,, leo.sennut '_P from trunmon on both front lin_..-- Raise top,VeT_0 its hfghest p_sition. : Tighten nut "E_ On both front hnksan • At the m=dpoihtof both SideSOfmower, equal number of tums. measure height from bottom edge of When distance "D"...

  • Page 23: Belt Installation

    BELT INSTALLATION - • Remove belt from stationary idler and • Install new belt in reverse order of clutching idler. removal. • Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves pulley by deflecting belt keepers.
  • Page 24 • TOADJUSTSTEERING WHEEL If =jumper cables" are used for emer- gency starting, follow this procedure: AUGNMENT IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped if steering wheel crossbars are not with a 12 volt negative grounded system. horizontal (left to right) when wheels are The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt positioned straight forward, remove negative grounded system.

  • Page 25: Interlocks And Relays

    • Connect BLACKgroundingcable to ENGINE negative(_)batteryterminalwith Maintenance, repair, or-replacement remaininghexbolt and keps nut. the emission control devices and Tighten securely systems, which are being done at the Close terminalaccess doors. customers expense, may be performed • :Close hood. by any non-mad engine repair establish; Terminal Keps Hex Bolt...
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ..Your carburetor is not adjustable: If your engine does not operate propedy due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result.

  • Page 27: Engine Oil

    Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels 9called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank, Will not start • See 'TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" propedy. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes • Engine flooded, before attempting to start. •...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Check all wiring. • Loose or damaged Englne cllcks but wlll wiring. not-start (Cont'd) • Check/replace solenoid or • Faulty solenoid or starter. starter. • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ • Cutting too much Loss of power reduce speed.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Mowerblades will not • Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction. rotate mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. I" Replace idler pulley. • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. =, Replace blade mandrel.
  • Page 31 •TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 9i7.270851 SCHEMATIC °° BATTERY SOLENOID CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH IGNITION NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH GP_UNDtNG • .L,_CK (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. ee_.._ THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, SLIT HAVETHEIR...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable Ground 121305)( Switch Seat 140301 Switch lgn 4 Position 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 Coverlgnition Switch 33 109310)( Key Molded Craftsman 40 169596 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt Elk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Uncx 1/2 131563 " CoverTerminal 168327 Solenoid 44 73640400...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,270851 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917;270851 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES I_EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 166819 Chassis Assembly Draw¢_ 140356 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 STD551(_5 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 BumperHood/Dash Dash 165454)(013 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH.
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.270851 GROUND DRWE " " •...

  • Page 37: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -. MODELNUMBER 917.270851 GROUND DRIVE I_=y pART I_=Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 140312 Keeper, Belt, Center Span Peedeas206-545C !7060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 Cover, Pedai 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 8883R Pulley, Engine 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 63 169485...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 STEERING o_'--._._42...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 STEERING I_Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 157473 SpindleAssembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748)( Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge Ring,Klip 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 ENGINE • q_25 ..-:,";;'i-.J _,_. ,,. ,_ .., .. "_ , ,L_. I_ . "_" ._..-_- I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR .-MODEL NUMBER 9i7.27085i ENGINE K]EYPART NO. NO. DESCRIP'nON 169387 Control, ThrotPaddle 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 ..Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 407777-0122-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 150176 Bolt 5/t6-18unc x 3/4 W/Seres 10 132797 Shield Browing B&S Intek Twin 13 165391...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3350 BIk/blkCraftsman 121248X Bushing Snap Bik Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 _710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    Decai, Fender Danger Sears 15 160_96 Decal, Mower DYNeSchematic 170100 Decal HP Engine 19 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 16320O Decal, Hood, R.H. Craftsman 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 163202 Decal, Hood, LH. Craftsman 22 149516 Decal, Battery 163207 Decal, LiftHandle...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 UFTASSEMBLY 2524...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR '- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 UFTASSEMBLY !_Y PART NO. NO. 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 1_5767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 124526)( Button,Plunger 11 139665...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR.- MODEL NU MBER 917.270851 MOWER DECK "'4O " 159--- _147...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.270851 MOWER DECK KL=Y PART KL=y pAR]" NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42 _ 165723 Spacer, Retainer S'rD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 149846 Knob Custom Oval Front 144959 V-Belt...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 0 _71B...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -' MODELNUMBER 917.270851 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER206.545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 Dowel Pin 780066A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792076A Flat Washer Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W 770128 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079 Brake Lever 776409 Output Shaft...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER917.270851 BRIGGS & STRA'R'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122.EI 823 T 11_i_ 592 a 87 _ Kn'l #r REQUIRESSPECIAI-TOOLS 90 _I_ 11019 LA.eL TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR Illoss INSTRUCTION MANUAL. MANUAL| _1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION OWNER's...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE.MODEL NUMBER407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 _ ..• /r REQUIRE8 SPECIAL TOOL _ _40 1o=__ ,o-j 615A _o 65_ 8 SS2A8...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.270851 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 ___ 823, 265 _ 78 _ 7s _ 865B 188 y 1006 @...
  • Page 53 TRA _,TGR -. MODEL NLi i5EF, BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 PART PART "DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 499584 Cylinder Assembly 69G952 Spacer.Carburetor 499585 Bushing,Cylinder 499804 Carburetor 690926 * Seal, Oil 690993 Valve, Throttle 690069 Sump, Engine 499805 Shaft, Throttle 499587 Head, Cylinder No.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270851 BRIGGS & STRA'I3"ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 K]EY PART KEY PART DE.SCRIP'nON DESCRIPTION 691035 Filler, Fuel Seal, Valve 69O956 Element, Breather 69(_68 Bushing,Guide Retainer,Element 690_69 6g(_57 Wire, Alternator Screw, Hex 691237 6910(_ Plate, Cover Clamp, Casing 69(]_39 691024...
  • Page 55 SU_._GESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE "| _lk greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- al| _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme _!:_T.] Operate your Tr;ctor up and down the face of sl'opes (not _;i|---...
  • Page 56 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and pa_s needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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