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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAN°I
21 .O HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271843
• 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 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 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 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to obsewe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION I1. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control...
- Page 4 II1. 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...
- Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so ,_ll, 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 • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
- Page 6 Please read and retain this manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS instructions will enable you to assemble GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS and maintain your tractor properly. CAPACITY UNLEADED Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". AND TYPE: REGULAR REPAIR AGREEMENT _)ILTYPE SAE 30 A Repair Agreement is available on this API-SF-SJ):...
- Page 7 Steering Steering Wheel Adapter Extension Steer,ngWhee, Sleeve (1) Locknut Steering Shaft -_.\ 5/16-18 Steering (1) Rex Bolt _, _ Wheel Insert 3/8-16xl (1) Lock _washer / (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 I li .II !!l II/I Iit] arge Flat Washer ..
- 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 INSTALLSEAT 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 position.
- Page 10 CHECK TIRE 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. Place front of mulcher plate over front •...
- Page 11 V' 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...
- Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I- _1 BA'I-IERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT i I',,I MOWERLI_ FUEL...
- Page 13 KNOW YOUR'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. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter...
- 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 15 • The average lawn should be cut to CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during without either the entire grass catcher, cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months. For healthier shield in place.
- Page 16 • Do not push or tow tractor at more than • t,WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation above procedure.
- Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and To ensure proper operation and perfor- above) mance, it is recommended that the When engine starts, slowly push transmission be purged before operating choke control in until the engine tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans-...
- Page 18 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See 'q-O 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 I - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high amb4enttemperatures, 5 - ff equipped with adjustable sy_em. 2 - Service more o_en when operating in dldy' o_ Clusty condikons. 6 - Not required if equipped _ mainlenance-free battery.
- Page 20 TRACTOR Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and Always observe safety rules when flat washer in exact order as 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...
- 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 not necessary. TO CLEAN BAI-I-ERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multbviscosRy oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
- Page 22 CLEAN AIR SCREEN NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, chaff to prevent engine damage from precleaner, cover and secure with overheating. Clean with a wire brush or knob(s).
- Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free carburetor are covered to keep water out.
- Page 24 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, equal number of turns.
- Page 25 TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable Engine Pulley-- brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Clutching Idler F "_/I stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved...
- Page 26 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it MENT should be recharged. (See "BAI-FERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). Should your transmission require If '1umper cables" are used for emergency removal for service or replacement, starting, follow this procedure: should be purged...
- Page 27 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals same position as old battery. Headlight Wire 5. Reinstall terminal guard. Connector 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal...
- Page 28 Remove air cleaner cover, filter and 3. While still holding throttle lever cartridge plate to expose carburetor against idle speed screw, turn idle choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the mixture screw in (clockwise) until Maintenance section of this manual). engine begins to die and then turn out Choke should be closed.
- 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 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. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4.
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control discharge "FAST" position. Travel speed too fast. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Mower deck not level. Level mower deck.
- Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 SCHEMATIC 8LAC_ FUSE AMMETER STARTER 4---, 8LACK (OPTtONAL) WHITE : _----- SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE ----( MAI_.- (PEDAL W_MTE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION = _ _ =, (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE BLACK BLACK AT'PMENTCLUTCH • ..
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337)(013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 ScrewThdm13/8-16x1/2 144983X558 Hood Assembly...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 GROUND DRIVE • 53...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle(See Breakdown) 134683 Guide Belt RH Engine Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169182 Strap Torque Rh STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 137057 Spacer, Split 121749X...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 175131 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, Klip 3366R...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 ENGINE • 27 _----.._5 " _.-- "r _ - _J_,-, OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170547 Control Throt Paddle 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Bnggs Model No. 463707-0159-E 1 ..149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems...
- Page 44 - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIWblk Craftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 72O50412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616...
- Page 45 Decal Dash Panel Decal Fender Danger Sears 177289 177253 Decal Hood Side 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 171696 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 138047 Decal, Batten/Diehard Sears 171697 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 172331 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 176682 Decal Engine H/P...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 LIFT ASSEMBLY ,s 8 _'Jl 31" 32 /...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 MOWER DECK ,148 _117 _116...
- Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Housing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 144959 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front STD541437 Locknut, HexW/Wsh3/8-16 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 136420 Cover Mulching 42"...
- Page 50 119, 120- r--t o1"M...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 520 07"_ 373_ 359_ 146 I 1132 ! 11019 LABEL KITI 11058 OWNER'S MANUALJ 22,1...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 212 _ 51A Sl 414_ _ ; 26;,_ 365_ _ !1 _'_1 1629_ 449_ 524 o 119_ F_" lO9-_ lO2_ 108_ 130(_ 102@ 105_ 43859AP>_ 394 391 _L-_9_% 434__ 435e_'...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 I____ 6Ol 1137689_ 11036 LABEL-EMISSION 425' 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1119_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 161_ _63_...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 934_ 1006 1005_ 579 _ 697_...
- Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUM BER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Screw (Rotating Screen) 697078 Cylinder Assembly 691677 Washer (Flywheel) 399265 Bushing-Cylinder 691056 Body-Upper Carburetor 391086 Seal-Oil 693483 Screw (Throttle Valve)
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271843 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 463707, TYPE NUMBER 0159-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Retainer-Air Filter 691331 Nut (Air Filter Retainer) 496700 690826 Housing-Blower 690555 Spring-Friction Seal-Governor Shaft 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 690657 690414...
- Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme 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 1-800-4-MY-HOME @ Any'_me, dayornight (1-800-469-4663) (U.S.A.and _) wll_N.sears.com www.sears.ca For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anyame, dayornight ( U.SAonly) For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals...