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Craftsman 917.271821 Owner's Manual

19.5hp 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.
917.271821
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
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 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubdcated 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 matedal 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 resur[ in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructionsIn the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re-...
  • Page 4 III. CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS and maintain your tractor properly. CAPACITY UNLEADED Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". ANDTYPE: REGULAR REPAIR AGREEMENT OILTYPE SAE 30 A Repair Agreement is available on this API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) product.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Extension Steering sd_:ri_g Sleeve Shaft (1) Hex Bolt Adapter 3/8-16 x 1 teering nsert o /@ (W1)as Large Flat __',_ L71ck._ _ Seat _ilsher 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use...
  • 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 INSTALL SEAT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 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 of position.
  • Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE INSTALL MULCHER PLATE The tires on your tractor were overlnfleted (ff previously removed) at the factory for shipping purposes. F_ise and hold deflector shield in Correct tire pressure is important for best upright position. cutting performance. Place front of mulcher plate over front •...
  • Page 11 t/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU 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. BA'FrERV CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG,NEON E.G,NEOFF O.LRRESSURE L,GHTSO. O%._MP i 4" ® c2 m FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOUR 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. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Lever Choke...
  • 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 These heightsare TO STOP MOWER BLADES - approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, disengage attachment clutch control. height of grass and types of grass being ACAUTION: 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 _WARNING: Experience indicates that...
  • Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and PURGE TRANSMISSION above) _ILCAUTION: Never engage or disengage 8. When engine starts, slowly push freewheel lever while the engine is choke control in until the engine running. begins to run smoothly. If the engine To ensure proper operation and perfor- mance, it is recommended that the...
  • Page 18 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be propedy 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 FILL iN DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator presence and T _ Interlock S ystems R Check f orLoose F asteners Lubr_ation C hart Check BatteP/Level Sharpe_Replace Mower Blades Clean BattePjandTe_m_els CheckTra_axle Cooling II_s Adjust Blade Belt(s) T_sion Adjust M otion DriveBelt(s)Tension Check _in.
  • Page 20 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 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 BA'I-rERY AND TERMINALS (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Corrosion and dirt on the battery and cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils terminals can cause the battery to =leak"...
  • Page 22 Oil Drain Valve 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Closed and 3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on Locked A_'_ I 41_ flat surface. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. Position _Drain 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s).
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electdcal system, muffler, air filter and foreign i of all 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 • If links are not equal in length, adjust TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING 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 propedy inflated (See "PROD-...
  • Page 25 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Mandrel Idler Pulleys 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 Pulley procedure.
  • Page 26 Motion Control Neutral Lock Gale TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Lever BA'n'ERY A CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from 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 Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then °ieadlight Wire RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals same position as old battery.
  • Page 28 2. With throttle control lever in slow 3. Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen 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 Also, expedance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug, Replace spark plug.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. Faulty spark plug, 6.
  • Page 32 "ROUBLESHOO_NG CHART CAUSE CORRECTION _ROBLEM 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass Engine speed too slow. =FAST" position. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Allow grass to dry before i3. Wet grass, mowing. 4. Level mower deck. Mower deck not level.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 SCHEMATIC kAOK BATTERY RIED FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BtACX _rrE '© _O_t STARTER C-L,:.'_ R7B-R_-E (PEDAL UP) v,_rnE SEAT SWITCH IGNmON SWITCH I- - - :_ - - - 1 (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK B(AC_ "' UTCH _c_'" "...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 ELECTRICAL 16 , i..•...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 760,3,,I Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Batter/Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166182...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Chassis 174619 176554 Drav/oar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood,/Dash Dash 168337X013 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LI-I 145660 Clip Tlnnsrman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 GROUND DRIVE 120_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD551143 Washer ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust STD561210 Ptn Cotter 1/8 x I CAD 169183 Strap Torque Lh 169182...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821 STEERING ASSEMBLY "-----_...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheel 154427 Front 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 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Kfip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170547 ControlThrot Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engtne (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model No. 461707-0147-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust AsmoLeft 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engiee 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems...
  • Page 44 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk) 72(;50412 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
  • Page 45 156439 Decal Mower Drive Schematic Decal Fendar Danger Sears 160396 177253 Decal Hood Side 138047 Decal, Batter/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 917.271821 LIFTASSEMBLY i,I" 161718...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lilt 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 MOWER DECK 21 22 .112 .117 ,%1116...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Housing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 V-BaR Front STD541437 Locknut' Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 119_ 120' [128 ' :;0 oi¢ r- m Zr" "-z E¢C O,_k...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Broke Actuating Pin 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917 ")71821 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 83s% 383 _ 5o7_ 520B 359_ TO INSTALL.SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL _tr REQUIRES SPEClALTOOLS 691 O 24_] 552A_ 334_2_ 404 o 552 _ 1132 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ] 11018 _.EL K_J 22A_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 4140 44%,, 524 0 883_ 119_ 105_ 394 391 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1095 VALVE GASKET SET...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 209_ 211_ 6Ol I 689 11: 1138 11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I 425 ' 861 FUEL PUMP KIT 297_ ' 1119(_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 971_ 163 _...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 74 |_ 197_ 1006 1005_ 363_ 695 T 307 | 865A 306A_ 307A 797A 797 _ 697_...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917 ' 71821 BRIGGS & STRA'i-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Idle Speed Kit 807923 498583 Cylinder Assembly 693509 _1 Gasket-Carburetor Body 399265 Bushing-Cylinder 13 Pin-Float Hinge 693506 • Seal-Oil 391086 Valve-Float Needle 692078 493304 Sump-Engine...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821 BRIGGS & STRA'r'I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 394891 Armature-Magneto 690958 Nut (Brush Retainer) 691061 Screw (Armature) 797A 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 802592 Sparkplug 691967 Cap-Drive 495868 Gasket Set 691286 Cap-End 691077...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme perate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction...
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! Anytime, day or night (us._ andCanada) _vw.seats.ca For repair of carry-in products likevacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anyt_e,dayorr_ht (U.S_.ody) WWW.Seat_conl...

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