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Craftsman 917.272351 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 15.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
15.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272351
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently
from previously
built engines. Before you start the
engine, 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 pro, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comicraftsman

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  • Page 1 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, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comicraftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears Service ......Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    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- _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with ° Mow up and down slopes, not across. safe machine operation. ° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree ° Be sure the area is clear of other people 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: Customer Responsibilities

    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 Craftsmar_) 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 1/2 -20 (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Extension Steering Wheel Adapter Shaft teering Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys...

  • Page 8: Install Steering Wheel

    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 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder NOTE: You may now roll or drive your bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor tractor. from the skid. 5.
  • Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your new tractor, we at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I',,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP...
  • 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 Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Ammeter Light Switch Position...

  • Page 13: To Move Forward And Backward

    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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

  • Page 14: To Operate On Hills

    These heights are approximate and may • If slowing is necessary, move throttle vary depending upon soil conditions, control lever to slower position. height of grass and types of grass being • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push mowed. clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- °...

  • Page 15: Add Gasoline

    ADD GASOLINE Insert key into ignition and turn key ° Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. clockwise to start position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular not run starter continuously for more unleaded gasoline with a minimum of than fifteen seconds per minute.

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should • Mower should be properly leveled for mowed twice to reduce load and pos- best mowing performance. See "TO sible fire hazard from dried clippings. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Make first cut relatively high;...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _" FiLL IN DATES _'__;_'_u_4_ REGULAR SERVICE /__" SERVI_ DATES CheCk Operator Presence Mted0ck Systems Chc<tk for LOOSe Fasteners Lubrication Chart Sharpen!ReplaCe Mower Blades Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transexle Cooling Check V_Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine...

  • Page 18: Brake Operation

    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. 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 BATT E RY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting 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 when However, periodic charging of the battery used above 32°E with an automotive charger will extend its...

  • Page 20: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine Your engine will not run properly using a cooling fins to prevent engine damage dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every from overheating.
  • Page 21 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. tractor unless the engine and transmis- of all foreign matter. sion are covered to keep water out. Water °...
  • Page 22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT 5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to springs. side. If the following front-to-back adjust- 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis ment is necessary, be sure to adjust both bracket and secure with retainer spring.

  • Page 23: Belt Removal

    TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 2. Measure distance between brake oper- BELT ating arm and nut 'W' on brake rod. 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loosen The mower blade drive belt may be re- jam nut and turn nut 'W' until distance placed without tools.
  • Page 24 BELT INSTALLATION TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY Carefully work new belt down between transaxle belt keepers and onto the ,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- input pulley. erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame Slide belt into the center span keeper. and smoking materials away from bat-...

  • Page 25: Replacing Battery

    REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type _[_WARNING: Do not short battery plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located terminals by allowing a wrench or any behind the dash. other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL...

  • Page 26: Preliminary Setting

    FINAL SETTING 2. Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor plate Start engine and allow to warm for five line-up. If holes "A" are not aligned, minutes. Make final adjustments with loosen clamp screw and move throttle engine running and shift/motion...
  • Page 27 Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract age at the end of the season or if the trac- moisture which leads to separation and tor will not be used for 30 days or more. formation of acids during storage.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center _BLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fuel tank. Out of fuel. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. before attempting to start.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Set in "Higher Cut _'position/ LOSS of power Cutting too much grass/too 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. Remove obstruction. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. not rotate 2. Replace mower drive belt. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Replace idler pulley. Frozen idler pulley, 4.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) ULAL_K W;_lll; SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL SEAT SWITCH IGNITION NOT OCCURIEDt SWITCH !JLACK !JLACK GROUNDING CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK iGN]TION L_LAt,_< UNIT (2 PLUGS ON LINE i TWIN CYL. ENGINES) FUEL SHUT*OFF SOLENOID OI4AFIGL.
  • Page 32 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Une 4267J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black 121605× Switch Plunger NCGray 175566 Switch Ign Delta Push-In 140403 Key lgn Molded Craftsman Delta 179720 Harness Ign Bolt BIk Hex 1/4-20 Une x 1/2 71110408 131563 C_ver Terminal Red...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174820 Chassis U Stamping 176554 Drawbar 17080612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 174843)(011 Saddle SLKSCRE 126471× Clip Insulator ,406 Mtg Hole 166846×010 Dash Slkser PIm Meoh Sym 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Asm.

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272351 GROUND DRIVE 18 113 3052 driv_-saddl_...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 GROUNDDRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 123205)( Retainer Belt Style Spring Peerless 206-545C 72110612 Bolt Cart= Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr= 148682 Spring Return Brake Tia Zinc 128668X Nut Crownloek 3/8-16 Une PulleyTransaxle 18/20' tires...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 STEERING steering pl.lt 42...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk 175131 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Washer Thrust ,75 x 1=230 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748){ 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 G&...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ""-" "j'/ Spark Arrester ell(line bs.lcyl KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Thich 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 17720408 Screw HexThd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 137040 Line Fuel 20" Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs 181654 Plug.

  • Page 41: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 SEAT ASSEMBLY \\\\ <> ..-.--16 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 140116 121248){ Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 146551 Bracket Pvt St Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 72050412 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16 Une x 1 134300 Spacer Split 26x 96Yel Zinc 19131610...

  • Page 42: Wheels And Tires

    Pad Footrest LH Domestic 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH 186800 Decal Replemnt 138311 Decal Handle Lit Height Adjust 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman White 187472 Manual Owners English 142516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 187473 Manual Owners Spanish Aeme 156439 Decal Danger Fender Eng/span...

  • Page 43: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 LIFT ASSEMBLY 13-----_y Itft-rh,1ptec_ 3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg STD624098 Retainer Spring W/plunger LT 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 73350899 Nut Jam He× 1/2-13 Unc 105767X Pin Groove 1 509 Zinc 175689 Trunnion 12000002...

  • Page 44: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 MOWER DECK ,146 i147 142 10_. 9"--" 42 de_k mar_pa'ih...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Une 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42' STD541437 STD533107 Bolt 140088 Guard, Mandrel, LH= Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly Sway Bar, STD624083 Fronf 137729 Screw, Thd= Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Washer, Hardened 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 68/42"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4-20x2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075 Locknut 5 / 16 - 24 Brake Pad Holder 776409...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 1264_ 146_1 358 ENGINE GASKFT SF'T 943 o 1022 524 _ 8420 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL [ 10:36 EMISSION LABEL...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 617 0 1022 1022 5240 10"22...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 108A _ 634A,_ 1091 186({_ 121 CARBURE-aR OVERHAI_LT 1266AO 987_) 276(_ 104 _ 127_ 231_ 105 _ 1266 0 1266A O 1266 0 977 CARBURB'_R GASKET...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 305A 1267 1040_ 309_ 697 _' 803 _ 310 1 75 @ 579e • _ 503_ 1070 802 @ 801A 544A 803A...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697132 O.j:Gasket-Float Bowl Cylieder Assembly 281165 399265 KitBuehing/Seal (Magneto 495097 Kit Choke Shaft (Manual Side) Choke) 391086 ,, Seal Oil (Magneto Side) 141A 495931 Kit Choke Shaft (Choke A 697106 Matic)
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692034 Starter-Armature 898403 Cover-Air Cleaner 544A 390837 Starter-Armature 495933 Bowl Float 697144 Buahing_Governor Crank 690192 Gasket Set-Carburetor 691119 Bolt (GovernorContrel Lever) 691326 O Seal Threttle Shaft 691029 Nut (Starter Cable) 1005...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ¢J1 ¢J1 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.
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