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Craftsman 917.271822 Owner's Manual

19.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271822
• 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 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears,comlcraftsman

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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 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears,comlcraftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWOYEAR 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 objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. II. SLOPE OPERATION I, GENERAL OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss- •...
  • Page 4 III. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear s o CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that y ou will n ot h ave tostop orshift that are recommended by and comply while ontheslope. with specificationsof the manufacturer of • Avoid s tarting orstopping ona slope. your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    REPAIR AGREEMENT >RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 3,5 GALLONS product, Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety rules. A, P I-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Extension Steering Shaft Sleeve teering (1) Hex Bolt Adapter 3/8-16 x 1 Insert (1) Lock washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Locknut (1) Large Flat Washer 5/16-18 Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Casse_e Slope Sheet...
  • Page 8 Yournew 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 'tractorall parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 8.
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location and knob. function of controls) 1. 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 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE INSTALL MULCHER PLATE The tires on your tractor were overinflated (If previously removed) at the factory for shipping purposes. 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in Correct tire pressure is important for best upright position. cutting performance. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front •...
  • Page 11 I/CHECKLIST BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: `/ All assembly instructions have been completed. `/No remaining loose parts in carton. / Battery is properly prepared and charged.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BAI_ERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT MOWERLI_ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT pARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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 Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter Lever...
  • Page 14 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 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES - These heights are approximate and may disengage attachment clutch control. vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being _LCAUTION: Do not operate the mower mowed. without either the entire grass catcher, on •...
  • Page 16 • Do not push or tow tractor at more than IMPORTANT: When operating in two (2) MPH. temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, • To reengage transmission, reverse clean winter grade gasoline to help above procedure. insure good cold weather starting. NOTE: To protect hood from damage _I_WARNING: Experience indicates that when transporting your tractor on a truck...
  • Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and PURGETRANSMISSlON above) _,CAUTION: Never engage or disengage 8. When engine starts, slowly push freewheel lever while the engine is choke control in until the engine running. To ensure proper operation and perfor- begins to run smoothly. If the engine mance, it is recommended that the starts to run roughly, pullthe choke transmission be purged before operating...
  • Page 18 MOWlNGTIPS MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this •...
  • Page 19 _. Chl,r_e r_xe o_m v_ ogqralJn_ uedm-a heaW k_m c¢ kl h_h ambCenllempera_J_= _. If equ_pptd v*_h adJustabCe =tiMera 2 Sere_amorec_wha_operaHJ'_iadlr_rrdu_tyco-d_ns 6 NCtmqukldl_mqulpp_dw_maln_anancet_aebatler_ 3. I_ _l_ped WP, h o¢ fR_, ch_go ol e_ory 50 h_ 7. tk=h_m f_o_ka_Je plv_ _t to 35 _.4e=, m_ra 4.
  • Page 20 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer TRACTOR and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing 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...

  • Page 21: Product Specifications

    NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMLNALS (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Corrosion and dirt on the battery and cold weather, these multi-viscosityoils terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 22 Oit Drain Vatve 2. Carefutty remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Closedand 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on Locked I 41___ fiat surface. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with PositiOncap _DrainTube...
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electdcel system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a shortened free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- turns.
  • Page 25 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Mandrel Idler Pulleys Pulley Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward from around engine pulley. Mandrel Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

  • Page 26: Operation

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK MoUon Control Neutral Lock Gate BATTERY A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from Lev_ batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Adjustment Bolt If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Positive terminal must be connected first Hood to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully III _ _ _", Head ghtWre remove battery from tractor.
  • Page 28 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, 2. With throttle control lever in slow _oosen casing clamp screw and move position, hold throttle lever against choke cable until choke is completely idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 closed.

  • Page 29: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experianca 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 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Willnotstart 2. See"TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ;ORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. (continued) 4. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in discharge "FAST" position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level Level mower deck.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE ,_ _ Sr,_4ER (OPTIONAL) _]_i : r_" BOLE.OlD IGNITION |w _ w_nEj (NOT OCCUPIED)BEAT SWITCH SWITCH -'_-F- e_CK (CLUTCH OFF) _'_'_r,T,_ IGNmON eu,c_ • FLUG _OEL' UNUT (2 PtUGS ON LINE , 1_VtN CYL.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 114-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Swkch Interlock Push-In 166182...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 DPa_ar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168.337)(013 Dash ST_333710 Bog, Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash. LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman GrUle P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) _1143 Washer Hydro Gr 314-0510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine S]D561210 PleCotter 1/8xl 169183 StrapTorqueLh 1(_40400 Washer Lock HW Helical...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 STEERINGASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 62661-1 Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-114 x 16 Gauge 1200(3029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 ENGINE ° I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170547 Control Throt Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No. 42E707-2631 -E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 171877...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t 7.271822 SEAT ASSEMBLY :';_-'_ _;_-.. PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 SIIdblk Craftsman 121248X B_shlng Snap BIk Ny150 Id 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 114-20x1,112 t4(_51 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1...
  • Page 45 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Fender Danger Sears 177253 Decal Hood Side 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 171696 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 172331 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 171697 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 149516 Decal Battery 176681 Decal Engine H/P...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 ERing 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 MOWERDECK 106_ 103 105 102j_' 21 22 23 24...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27t 822 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Guard, Tuv Idler (94) 165892 Mower Housing 141043 S1_533167 149846 Knob Custom Oval M-Bell 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 Front STD541437 Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC Cover Mulching 42" Black 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housiog, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate, Trunlon Machined 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 169898...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3 I 1019 LABELKIT 1,58 OWNER'S MANUAL lit REQUIRES SPECLM.TOOL$ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1132 I...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER 2631-E3 3341 643( 1119_ 212 _ 276g t199 o. =;'oe Iz76A_-Jl 629_ _30_ 391 39_, 4!2_ 807 • _ 1036 LABEL-EMJSEIONs...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271822 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3 30._[ 5101 802_ 1_051_ 697_ 797 @ 78:3 9347 _ 1006_:_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 524 O 883(_ 691_ -_° _1_%...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 Cylinder Assembly 807923 Idle Speed Kit 391086399265 . SeaI-oi_Bushin 104102 693506693509 O_ Gasket-CarburetOrpin.Fioat Hinge Body 493304 Engine Sump 692078 _1 Valve- Float Needle 493457 Head-Cylinder 693482 Lower...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822 BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 690414 Shield-Cylinder 693059 Gear-Pinion 306A 690435 Shield-Cylinder 695050 Harness-Wiring 94930 Screw_Cylinder Shield) 94010 Nut IStartar Terminal I 497596 Motor-starter 797A 693167 Nut _StarlerTerminal 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 394860...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ¢D greater than 15°), never across the face. Make tums gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not...
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOM E SMA.yt,_,_, d_y o_ night (1-800-469-4663) www,sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of yournearest Sears Parts &...