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Craftsman 917.270712 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270712 Owner's Manual

17.0 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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17.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270712
•
Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • 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 equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after 30 days from the date of purchase...
  • Page 3 • Turn off • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by 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. •...
  • Page 4 Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Never make adjustments or repairs with . Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. use extra caution when servicing them. • Grass catcher components are subject Check brake operation frequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.
  • Page 5 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase states may have similar laws. Federal of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been laws apply on federal lands. A spark designed, engineered and manufactured arrester for the muffler is available...
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size- (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Screws #10 x5/8 (2) LockWashers(2)
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Mulcher Plate © Seat Steering Wheel Boot Video Manual Parts Bag Cassette Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Washers o tU'°m 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Steering Extension Center lock Nuts "-_'_--" (2) Latch Hook (2) Gauge Q(2)
  • Page 8 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 SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat Pan CHECK BATI'ERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open Shoulder battery box door. Bolt • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 10 TO CONVERT TO BAGGINGOR CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DISCHARGING The tires on your tractor were overinflated Simplyremovemulcherplateand storein at the factory for shipping purposes. a safeplace.Yourmoweris now readyfor Correct tire pressure is important for best discharging or installationof optional cutting performance. grasscatcheraccessory.
  • Page 11 / CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: •/ All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. •/ Battery is properly prepared charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). Seat is adjusted comfortably tightened securely. •/ All tires are properly inflated.'(For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmayappearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnandunderstand 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 R N H L •...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze yourself With the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever Light Ignition ~--.
  • 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 glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta- cles, or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 • The average lawn should be cut to • To restart movement, slowly release approximately 2-1/2 inches during the parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. cool season and to over 3 inches during • Make all turns slowly. hot months. For healthier and better TO TRANSPORT.
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F AND _,WARNING: Experience indicates that BELOW) alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or • When engine starts, allow engine to run using ethanol or methanol) can attract with the throttle control in the choke moisture which leads to separation and position until the engine runs roughly, formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 17 • When operating attachments, select a • For best results, adjust the mower cut- ground speed that will suit the terrain ting height so that the mower cuts off and give best performance of the at- only the top one-third of the grass tachment being used.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __?.._:"_ __'_ ,B oo co,P, rE ..DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pre_um Check Operator Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade6 Lubrication Chart Che_ Be.ery Levee clean Battery and Temlioala ! I_ Check Transaxla Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR • 13ghten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen per- IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat- formingany maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requiresmorethan six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See Flat Washer _, Mandrel...
  • Page 20 • Be sure tractor is on level surface. TO CLEAN BA'I-I"ERY AND TERMINALS • Oil will drain more freely when warm. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- • Catch oil in a suitable container. minals can cause the battery to =leak" •...
  • Page 21 MUFFLER IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as Inspect and replace corroded muffler and kerosene, are not to be used to clean the spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- cartridge. They may cause deterioration ate a fire hazard and/or damage. the cartridge.
  • Page 22 ,ACAUTION: Before performing any 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. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust the mower while tractor is parked one link to same length as other link. • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- on both front links an equal number of...
  • Page 24 • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves BELT INSTALLATION and inside all belt guides. • Install new belt in reverse order of • Install mower in reverse order of removal. removal instructions. Idler Mandrel Pulley Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT...
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS ADJUSTMENT • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and The transaxle should be in neutral when washers to allow wheel removal (rear the gear shift lever is !n neutral (N) (lock wheel contains a square key - Do not gate) position.
  • Page 26 • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, Seat Pan away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and Battery Box then from the fully charged battery. Door •...
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is Headlight low emission. It is equipped with an idle Wire Connector fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap.
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - Idle Speed Screw Throttle • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepareyour tractorfor stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol age at the end of the seasonor if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be usedfor 30 daysor more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation _,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not =CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. • attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engineclicksbut • Loose or damaged wiring. • Check all wiring. will not start (con • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Check/replace solenoid or I'd) starter. Loss of power • Cutting too much • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- grass/too fast.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION _ROBLEM CAUSE • Clean around mandrels Poor cut - uneven • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup open vent holes. (cont'd) grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Mower blades wil • Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270712 SCHEMATIC BA'fTERY FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER (OPTIONAL) _ACK W_TE =_S_LE_ _1. = STARTER L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) OCCUPIED) I..(NOT SEAT SWITCH • SPARK ,GNmON UNIT PLUGS ON ]_NIN CYI-. ENGINES) LINE BLUE (_ARGING...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 SwitchPlunger Nc Gray 140301 SwitchIgn 4 Pos 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 Cover Sw Key BIk 1 25 Text SLT 109310X Key Ign Molded Craftsman 166145 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4.20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 145673...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 166819 ChassisAssembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3,'8-16x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13732x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash Dash 161917X013 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip "rinnermanGdlle P/L Panel, Dash, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 GROUND DRIVE 50-"_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw, rod., Roll. 3/8.16 x3/4 ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 17490612 Peedass 206-545C 8883R Cover, Pedal 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 140186 Pulley,Engine Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 71170764 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 12000028...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 STEERING ASSEMBLY • • _'_41 _.+÷s...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly,LH. 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H. 6266H Beadng, 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 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162157 Control,Throttle/Choke 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 311707, Type No. 0132-E1 137352 Muffler 165291 Gasket, Exhaust 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X BushingSnap BIkNy150 Id 140551 BracketPnt PivotSeat (bik) 72050412 BoltRdhdSht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-16unc X 1 134300 Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 121250X SpringCprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt...
  • Page 45 Decal, LiftHandle Pad FootrestLH STLT 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 154515 166887 Decal, Deck EZ3 154516 Pad FootrestRH STLT 163204 Oeca$,Fender, Craftsman 169208 Owner's Manual, Eng$=,sh 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 169209 Owners Manual, Spanish 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic WHEELS & TIRES...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 LIFT ASSEMBLY 25 24...
  • Page 47 I FI/'lli,,o I _JI1 IVIVUI[._6 i_llUiVli_Fmrl _1 I l .L.I LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assernbty 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21132 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 MOWER DECK 106_, _ 10310S 3 24...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164961 Mower Housing 140086 Spring, TorsionBrakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV td_er KnobCustom Oval 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 162113 V-Bait 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 144200 Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs STD624008 Retainer Spring 142427...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C REF PART REF PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 TransaxleCover 41A 790079 BrakeLever Scraw 1/4- 20 x 1-1/4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/6, 792073A 770128 Transaxla Case 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 914_ 1023 1033 VALVEOVERHAUL lOT • k REGimES SPECU_L TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAm MANUAL 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 BRIGGS& STRAI"FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707,TYPENUMBER0132-E1 i 535 976 , . _'_4rREOUIRESSPECIALTOOLSTOINSTALL. _" SEE REPAIRINSTTWCllONIdANUAI.. 121 CARBURETOR KIT 358 GASKET SET 104_ 127# 267 _ 987_ .4A_ _--_ 105 6 $1A _'_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 13701 SIA_ 267 _)
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707,TYPENUMBER0132-E1 2r/_ I 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 690156 CylinderAseambly 281246 Tube-Breather 271916 399265 Bushing/Seallot "kGasket-Crankcaea(.015" Thick. Std.) 391086 _ Seal-Oil 271997 .k Gasket-Crankcase (.005"...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIP1RON DESCRIPTION 693557 Ftywheel(Steel P.ingGear) 49_2790 . Une-Fuel (Cut to Required I-englh) 23A 492326 Flywheel(_RlngGear) 94829 Screw (Contr01Bracket) 222696 Key-F_ 492160 Adjuetar,Rocker Amt 692271 PistonAssembly (Std.)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270712 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRMllON 499236 *_. Seal -Valve 92613 Bolt(GovernorLever) 281104 Cover-Air Cleaner 92278 Nut (StarterCable) 693686 Base-Air Cleaner 93o53 OampHoea 393537 Wire-Aitemetor 93306 Pin-Cotter 272293 */_ Gasket-Exhaust 495157...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gredu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOM E= (i-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-880-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pibces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week...

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