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Craftsman 917.272442 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272442
• 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
Seers Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mort - 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 operating this equipment. Seers Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 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: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutt ng machine s capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. It. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION Slopes are ama or factor related to loss-of- •...
  • Page 4 Ill. 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 ,_L 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 •...
  • Page 6 REPAIR AGREEMENT )RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this 3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. _,NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES _)ILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety rules. '=API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering © Extension Wheel Adapter Shaft teering Steering Sleeve (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt Steedng 3/8-16 x I Wheel Insert © washer (1) Hex Bok 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) LargeRat Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use...

  • Page 8: Tools Required

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassambled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble mast be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 9: Install Seat

    NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

  • Page 10: Check Tire Pressure

    CHECKTIRE PRESSURE TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR The tires onyour t ractor were overinflated DISCHARGING atthe factory Simply remove mulcher plate and store in f or shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional cutting performance.
  • Page 11 These s ymbols may appear onyour t ractor orinliterature supplied with theproduct. Learn a ndunderstand theirmeaning. 13ATFERY 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...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of vadous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ;witch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Ammeter Lever Choke...
  • 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 The cutting height range is approxi- 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Start mower blades by engaging mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are attachment clutch control. measured from the ground to the blade TO STOP MOWER BLADES - tip with the engine not running.
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE 2. Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular the disengaged position. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of • Do not push or tow tractor at more than 87 octane.

  • Page 16: Cold Weather Starting

    NOTE: if at a high altitude (above 3000 7. Insert key into ignition and turn key feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) clockwise to "START" position and the carburetor fuel mixture may need to release key as soon as engine starts. be adjusted for best engine performance.
  • Page 17 8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position.After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DATES StokeOporatio_ Ch_ Tile Prossur* Chedc Operator Presence and !(I_ Intodock S_tems Ch,e,l_, L =,, En,_,r= Sharpen)Rep_co Mo'_,_r Blados 11_4 Lubdcatlon Chart Check Batlory Ll_gl C_an Battery and Termll_als i1## Chock Tmn r_xle Cooling Adjust Bbde I_lt (s) Ti*nslon...
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. pedorrning any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 20 BA'rFERY TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID Your tractor has a baftery charging system The transaxle was sealed at the factory which is sufficientfor normal use. How- and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 7. Refill engine withoilthrough o ilfill TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER dipstick tube.Pour slowly. Donot 2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. overfill. For a pproximate capacity see 3. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" 4. Saturate it in engine oil, Wrap it in section of this manual, clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to 8.

  • Page 22: In-Line Fuel Filter

    CLEANING IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. each season. If fuel filter becomes of all foreign matter. clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free tor, replacement is required.
  • Page 23 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5.
  • 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 properly inflated (See =PROD- turns.
  • Page 25 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. 1. Remove mower (See "ro REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual.) 2.
  • Page 26 NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent Loosen the adjustment bolt. 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to may be purchased from your local parts dealer.

  • Page 27: Interlocks And Relays

    positive T bTerminal Keps Nut.,_ positive (Red) Negative " Cables Cable (Black)Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the REPLACING BA'FrERY backside of the gdll. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb _.CAU'rlQN: ..Do.notshort ba.ttery holder securely back into the hole in...
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your Maintenance, repair, or replacement of engine does not operate propedy due to the emission control devices and sys- suspected carburetor problems, take your tems, which are being done at the tractor to an authorized service center for customers expense, may be performed by repair and/or adjustment.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experiance indicates that alcohol storage at the end of the season or if the blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORREC'I1ON PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Fill fuel tank. Will n_ start 1. Out ot fuel. 2. See=TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOO_NGCHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. ¢ontlnued) housing. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil leveVdirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOO_NGCHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Place throttle control in t. Engine speed too slow. Poor grass "FAST" position. discharge 2. Shift to slower speed. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 SCHEMATIC FUSE AMMETER =_ ..SOLENOID CLUTCH ! BRAKE (PEDAL UP) ..(NOTOCCUPIED) SEATSWITCH ..L ..NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS teow =_=*_=. EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM_ THE L_GHTSARE NOT CONNECTED TO TNE BATTERY_ BUT HAVE THEIR GWN ELECTRbCAL SOURCE_ HEADLI_HTE...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -o MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Valt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Baltely Mech Hinge 153664 Switch, |ntedock N Opn/N Opn 175688 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bcdb,Light 4799J...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917,272442 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337)(013 Dash STD533710 Bolt. Carriage 3/8-15 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 172107X010 Panol, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X612...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 Keeper Be9 Engine Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 165866 Rod Shig Fender Adjust 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro STD561210 PinCoger 1/8xlCAD 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 STEERINGASSEMBLY s--\ ¢a...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 159944X428 St eerlng Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5266H Be_,dng, Race, ThnJst, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 192720"_6 Washer 27/32 x 1-I/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170546 Contrel, Throtle 137180 Arreelo_, Sparff 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cuffing Tank, Fuel I/4-20 x 5/8 158990 Cap Assembly, Fuel Sears, ..Engine, (See BreakdOwn) Vented B&S Model No.

  • Page 43: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 LIFT ASSEMBLY "_-"J" PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73800800 Locknut, Hex, w/Washar Ir_seft 15_460 L_ Lever Inner Wire ASSembly 1/2-13UNC 15_471 Shaft AsSembly, LJft 105767X Pin, Groove 139868 Arm, Suspension, Rear 1200_ E-I_tlg 163552 Relalner Spdrlg 19211621 Washer 21/'32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 169865...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 SEATASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X BLshlng, Srap 141)551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72650412 Bc4t, Carriage 1/@20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 GaLigo 121250X Spring...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Hood Side 165800X428 Ped Fo_rest LH STLT 172331 Decal, Deck 165799X428 Ped FootJ'estRH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 160210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 156439 Decal, Fender Danger 178431 Owner's M an ual, Engttsh 146046 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 MOWERDECK I_e_._ l_...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Guard, TUV IdQer 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 141043 Knob Custom Oval S]_r_3107 149846 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144,959 Nut Lock HeX w/Ins. 3/8-16 Front 73800600 Mulcher Cover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck 136420 Screw Pan Hd Phil[_pa10-24 x 5/_ STD624(X_...
  • Page 48 >..-t Z"n...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 HYDROGEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER314-0510 KL_Y PART K]EY PARI" DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 puck Plate 170354 Swashplate,Trunion 142887 Brake Actuating Pin Machined...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 BRIGGS AND STRATFON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 1035 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 75O | I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 865B_ 11036 163_ 883_/ EMISSIONS LABEL 447A _...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 1022 1029 1023A lb REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 21_1 TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONMANUAL. 0151 • 121 CARBURETOR 117_ 11251 137 _) 6161r 552A 6 404 o 552A 1123 _ 276 _ 104_ 1124_...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 +4It ollF"-'_ + .4v 1118,1,_ I 334V 7_236_ 358 GASKET SET 163 270 ,48_ 691 _ 8822 1081 _ 007 _'...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 BRIGGS AND STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube 499585 Bushin -Cylinder 690994 €O Gasket-FIoet Bowl 690926 Seal-O_ • 499807 Choke Shaft Kit 590069 Sump-Engine 466806 Nozzle-Carburetor...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442 BRIGGSAND STRA't-I'ONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690960 Screw Back Plate) 690970 Gasket-Exhaust 691007 F Itar-Air Cleaner Cartridge 690960 Screw(Rocker Cover) 691003 Hose-Vacuum Screw (Air Guide Cover) 691040 447A 690960 Screw (Air Guide Cover) 691003 Screw (Choke Control 691261...
  • Page 55 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- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 56 For repair of major brand appliancesIn your own home... no matterwho made it, no matterwho sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ dayor n_ (1-8_0-469,4663) (U.S.A.and Canada WWWJ_41tS.COm W_AV.SSm*_I Forrepairofcarry-in products likevacuums,lawn equipment, and el_'trenics, c all for the nearestSears Partsand Repair Center. Forthe replacementparts,accessoriesand owner'smanuals that you needto do-it-yourself,call Sears PartsDIrectSMl 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.-11 p.rn., 7 daysav,_k...

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