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Craftsman 917.272453 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.272453 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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iCRAFTSMAWI
LAWN TRACTOR
21.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272453
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.
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, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.
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 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 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 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 _l, Look for this symbol to point out before mowing.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate •...
  • 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 even with the blades off.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor, It has been designed, Gasoline engineered and manufactured to give Unleaded Capacity you the best possible dependability Regular Type: performance. SAE 30 Should you experience any problem you _)il Type cannot easily remedy, please contact a _,PI-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Steering Wheel Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge ___ (1) Knob Drain Tul:_ For Future Use Video Cassette...
  • 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 (See INSTALL SEAT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFFSKID Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly position.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF INSTALL MULCHER PLATE ALL BELTS (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive upright position. Place front of mulcher plate over front belts in the Service and Adjustments of mower deck opening and slide into...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'n'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ©i k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON ov_,_MP i 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 Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 Lower mower with attachment lift The cutting height range is approximately control. 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the 3. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. engine not running. These heights are approximate...
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- longer. Drain the gas tank, start the MENTS engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Usa fresh fuel Tow only the attachments that are next season. See Storage Instructions for recommended by and comply with additional information.
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet below) grass will plug mower and leave 7. When engine starts, slowly push undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry choke control in until the engine before mowing.
  • Page 17 FILL IN DATES REGU . SERV,OE " SERVICE OATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems R CheckforLooseFasteners i If Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubdcafion Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Ik# # Check V-Bstts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil...
  • 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 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will which is sufficient for normal use. How- result in increased oil consumption when ever, periodic charging of the battery with used above 32°F.
  • Page 20 Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS checking level. For accurate reading, To insure proper cooling, make sure the tighten dipstick cap securely onto the grass screen, cooling fins, and other tube before removing dipstick. Keep external surfaces of the engine are kept oil at "FULL"...
  • 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 to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 • To tower front of mower loosen nut "E" TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING on both front links an equal number of 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 t res are properly inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Mandrel 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. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Weak or Dead...
  • Page 26 ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your systems, emission control devices and w h_.h engine does not operate properly due to are being done at the customers expense, suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol using ethanol or methanol) can attract tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. moisture which leads to separation formation of acids dudng storage.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1, Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed, 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position.
  • 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. Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 SCHEMATIC BL&CK BATTERY p '_J FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPT,ONAL) ..nE__9__o i ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL SEAT SWITCH IGNITION _ _ _ 4 ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH 8t_CK (CLUTOH I ggOU g4 GROUNDING (OPTIONAL) B_CK IGNITION...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Cable Ground 121305X Switch Seat 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 179720 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt Blk, Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal 178861 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangular6 Amp...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Assembly 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168.337)(013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, L.H. 172106X431 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17433 X612 HoodAssembly 126938X...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 GROUND DRIVE 1_26 2627...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peedass 206-545C STD551143 Washer 146682 Spdng, Return, Brake 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, Fool-Proof 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 STEERING -_12 ,_-"'_ _. is-31_ ..
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 STEERING KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 SteedngWheel 172393 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 12000029 Ring, Klip 175121 Draglink STD551137 Washer, Lock...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170546 Control,Throt Paddle Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 445777-0172-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems 162797 Heat Shield Lt 165391 Gasket, Muffler 148456...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 SEATASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 180597 72050412 Bolt, Carnage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt 134300 Spacer, SpLit .28 x .88 71110616 121250X Spdng 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 145O06...
  • Page 43 Decal. Lower Dash 138311 Pad Footrest LH STLT 181428 Decal, Rplcmnt 165800X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman White 165799X428 164065 Decal, Strng Whl Domed 183535 Owner's Manual, English 156368 Owner's Manual, Spanish Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst E/S...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 LIFT ASSEMBLY 25 24 ,,50 1.3 _ ("_" K...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Uft RH w/Inf 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring#5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X Gdp Handle 122365X...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 MOWER DECK _47 142 103 105 >21...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Knob Custom Oval 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 149846 V-Belt Bolt 144959 ST0533107 138617 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, ST6541437 MulcherCover Front 136420 Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 7o . ,-,.--0 _UMBERS HERE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545C KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 DowelPin 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792076A FlatWasher 770128 Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W 776395 Countershaft 790079 Brake Lever 776409 Output Shaft 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0172-E1 929A| 10 _,_,_I 213_ 2678 21611 188 _ 1627 0...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER445777,TYPENUMBER0172-E1 914_' .\",_ ;,.,_"_' 505 '_ 914_iP 387_'- 9180 125J 1169| 163_------_ 418 _ 11_t81n'_ _I.__I, 231 1872C::_ I .__L---.=.-_-J I los_ 1131113o 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KI'I Dr-i 117_ 616LI 13 Q 552_ 552A8 14211128 | [_ I...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER445777,TYPE NUMBER0172-E1 1005'-_ 3320 165_ 1095MD, L VE GASKET SET 868@ 334y 16a_ 1022_ 358 ENGINE GASKET 51 _ 276_ 943 (_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0172-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Carburetor 499804 694001 Cylinder Assembly VaIve-Threttle 690993 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Kit-Throttle Shaft 499805 Side) Float-Carburetor 499806 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499803 Tube-Fuel Transfer...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272453 BRIGGS & STRAI-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0172-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 499486 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 499602 Assembly-Dipstick/Tube 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 493880 TerminaI-Sparkplug 447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 691011 Adapter-Air Cleaner 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner...
  • 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.
  • 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 owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.

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