19.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor (60 pages)
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.271850
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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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...
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ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT 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 that are found to be...
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 Look for this symbol to point out before mowing.
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• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the limbs, etc.
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• Be sure the area is clear of other • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overtum • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, Gasoline engineered and manufactured to give Capacity Unleaded you the best possible dependability Type: Regular performance. Oil Type SAE 30 Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)
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Steering Wheel (I) Hex Bolt \ Steering 3/8-16x ] Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension Adapter Shaft Steering Steering Wheel Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob For Future Use Video Cassette...
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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.
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(See INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location knob. controls) function 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 of position.
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION 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...
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand 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...
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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. Ignition Switch Light Switch Attachment Position Clutch Lever...
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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.
The cutting height range is approxi- 2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade TO STOP MOWER BLADES - tip with the engine not running. These disengage attachment...
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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. Use fresh fuel Tow only the attachments that are next season. See Storage Instructionsfor recommended by and comply with additional information.
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• Do not mow grass when it is wet. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and grass will plug mower and leave below) undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine before mowing.
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FILL IN DATES .E U ,RSERV.CE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure I_ / Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners eharperi'Replace Mower Blades LubdcaUon Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Tr_msaxle COOling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level iV',,=...
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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.
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BA'R'ERY NOTE: Although mulU-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°1=.
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CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for 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 "FULU'...
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WARNING: TO AVIOD 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 "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
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• To lower 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 tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"...
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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Mandrel idler 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- Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt...
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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.
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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. 4. Close hood.
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TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your are being done at the customers expense, tractor to an authorized service center for may be performed by any non-road engine...
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Immediately prepare your tractor alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol storage at the end of the season or if the using ethanol or methanol) can attract tractor will not be used for 30 days or moisture which leads to separation more. formation of acids dudng storage.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: ;ection in manual unless directed to Sears service center See appropriate PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position.
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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.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE (OPTIONAL) _- _ BLACK STARTER CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH W_ITE _ ..F-,_ ' _._ ' BLACK GROUNDING (OPTIONAL) SPARK BLACK IGNITION PLUG '- - FtJEL_ UNIT (2 PLUGS ON...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 ELECTRICAL...
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 MOWER DECK "_ 152_ ,148 ;147 • 1144 • > 115z_ .117...
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 149846 Knob Custom Oval S_107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138O17 Bracket Assembly.Sway Bar, STD541437 Front 136420 MulcherCover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 71081010 Screw Pan HD Phillip10-24 x 5/6 STD624008...
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C NUMBERS HERE...
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271850 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 DowelPin FlatWasher 780086A Needle Bearing5/8" 792076A 770128 Transaxle Case .312 ID x .059W 776395 Countershaft 790079 Brake Lever Screw 114- 20 x 1-1/4" 776409 Output Shaft 792073A Screw 114- 20 x 2 1/4"...
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.
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