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Craftsman 917.271734 Owner's Manual

17.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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17.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271734
• 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 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/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 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED 33NOYEAR 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 instructionsin the owneCs manual Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob ects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I, GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss- instructionsin the manual and on the of-control and tipover accidents, which...
  • Page 4 III,CHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents canoccur iftheoperator area, isnot a lert t othepresence ofchildren. • Keep nuts and belts, espociaily blade Children attachment belts, tight and keep are often attracted to the equipment in good condition. 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 o! the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Should you experienca any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS Sears or other qualilied service center. CAPACITY UNLEADED We have competent, well-trained techni- ANDTYPE: REGULAR cians and the proper tools to service or OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F repair this tractor.
  • Page 7 SteerlngWheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1)HexBolt (1) Hex Bolt washer 3/8 (1) Lock 3/8-16 x 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 E_ension Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft teering (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Keys...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 7.

  • Page 9: Operation

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location and knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer secunng seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 CHECK DECK LEVELNESS / CHECKLIST For b est c utting r esults, mower housing Before you operate and enjoy your new should b epropedy leveled. See "TO tractor, we wish to assure that you receive LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the the best performance and satisfaction Service and Adjustments section of this from this Quality Product.
  • Page 11 These s ymbols may appear onyour t ractor orinliterature supptied with theproduct. Learn endunderstand theirmeaning. BATI"ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER ]_MP LIGHT MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. .Ught Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch lift Ammeter ..
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign ob ects 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 ad ustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectac es or standard safety g asses.
  • Page 14 • The average lawn should be cut to _1, CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass c_tcher, on cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATtACH- Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. MENTS Never use engine or carburetor cleaner Tow only the attachments that are products in the fuel tank or permanent recommended by and comply with damage may occur.
  • Page 16 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up pedod. IMPORTANT: For best performance, NOTE: If at a highal_tude(above3000 feet) keep mower housing free of built-up or in coldtemperaturss(below32 F) the grass and trash. Clean after each use. carburetorfuelmixturemay need to be •...
  • Page 17 .,.NTE.,NC SCHEOULE Cho_ _ roPreSsure C_eck OpenCor Pmsena_ Interlock S ysWrns Sharpe_Replace M owerBlades R C_an snfy _ Tem_m Ched¢ Tmnsa_e Co_r_ Adjust B _ado B elt(s) T ot-,,leo _lJustMo6on DdveBea(s) T_ (_eck Engine Oil Le_ Clean Air Screen In_pe_t MU ffleriSpark ,_tef ReplaceOilRner{If equipped)
  • Page 18 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. forming 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 highest...
  • Page 19 Check the crankcase oil level before • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. startingthe engine and after each eight (8) NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not hours of operation. Tighten oil fillcap/ attempt to open or remove caps or covers.
  • Page 20 1. Remove screws from blower housing IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such andlifthousing as kerosene, are not to be used to clean and dipstick tube the cartridge. They may cause deteriora- assembly off engine. tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. 2.
  • Page 21 ,_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/broke pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, 4. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving pads have completely stopped, 6, Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with ptug.
  • Page 22 • If adjustment is necessary, make _%,_ Mandrel adjustment on one side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full tum of adjustment nut BothFrontUnksShouldbe Equalin Length...
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system which is mounted on Engine Pulley-]_ the right side of the transaxle. If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet Clutching Idler _ stopping distance at high speed in highest ],1"...
  • Page 24 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Positive Terminal Terminal 1. Block u paxle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. W_h engine not running,move throttle controltever f_ stowto choke 1. Raise hood. position. Sk_ly move leverfrornchoke 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the to fastpesitioo. backside of the grill. 2. Check that holes"A" in governor 3.
  • Page 26 2, Move throt_econtmHeverto slow Idle Speed pos_on. Withfinger,rotateand hold throttre lever againstidle speed screw. Turn idlespeed screw to attain1750 RPM. 3. While s_llholdingthrottlelever against idlespeed screw,turn idle mixturevelve full traveldockwL_ thencountercleck- wise untilengine runsrough. Turn valve toa point midway betweenthose two pos_ons.

  • Page 27: Storage

    hose, or tank dudng storage./_so, Immediately prepare your tractor for expedance 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 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Willn_s_ 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Sea "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3, Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 41 Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION !Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in =CHOKE" 2. Adjust threttle control. position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves 3. Clean underside of mower and trash under mower.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. 2. Replace mower drive belt. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel 4.
  • Page 31 _p,AcToR" "MODEL RUNI_ER 917.271734 SC_E_A;tC...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case BattePj 153_4 Switch, Interlock 175688 Harness Asm Light WI4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cabio Battery 6 Ga wll 6 wire red 175158...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO, NO, DESCRIPTION 174819 Chassis 176654 Drawt_er 17060612 ,Scn_ 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood,_ash 168337X013 Dash STC_o33710 Bo;t. Carr;uge 3/8.16xl 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip Tinnerman Gdlle P/L f72t07X010 Panel, Dash, R.H, 17490608...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 8989R Cover, Pedal ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) peedess 206-545C 175410 Pulley, Engine 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 146682 Swing, Return, Brake BTD891143 Washer 123689X Pulley, Transaxle 120000_8 Ring, Retainer...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271734 STEERING ASSEMBLY --_: '_["...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 STEERINGASSEMBLY PART DESCRiPTiON 139768 Steer;ag Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169640 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 185e39 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5285H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748)( Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12850029 Ring.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control,Throttle 137040 Line, Fuel 17720410 Screw, Hex Head. Thread Cutting 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy 1/4-20 x 5/8 1240_8X Bushing, Snap, Fue_Line 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Heed, Thd., ..
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140123 Seat 72(TOO412 Bolt Rcihd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140561 Bracket Pnt pivot Seat (blk) 134300 Space_ Split 28 X 96 Zinc 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X...
  • Page 42 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 177253 Decal, Hood Side 172331 Decal, Mower Heavy Duty 12 Ga. 179421 Owner's Manual, Engtish 163_°04 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 179434 Ownel's Manual, Spanish 156439 Decal Fender Danger KEY PART WHEELS &TIRES DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap Value Tim...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o271734 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP'nON S'[D_40(_ Retainer Sp_lng 159460 Washer Asm Inner $pdng 173288 Unk Front W,_nger 73350800 Nut Jam Hex I/2-13 Unc 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 175689 Trunnlon Blk 2_nc 1G5767X Pin Groove 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh I/2-13 Uric 120000_...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271734 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 MOWERDECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1658S_ Mower Housing 165723 Spacer, Retainer STC533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 14g_46 Knob Custom Oval Front 144959 V-Bolt 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 35/42"...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 TransexioCover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Beadng 5/6. 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transa.xleCase Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR --MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271734 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 -k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL lO,,_-_j...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 9 17.271734 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 8751 711_ 4s7_ 996_ 185_...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 BR|GGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 513_% ,797 462_ 80" 1006...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 BRIGGSENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET lO4_ 1_70 270_ 987@ 99_ I 51% 1370 276_ 634AJ_ 634_._ 1170 2310 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 950 E.GI.EGASKet SET 5=4@ 005 7_----_v_ 1022_ NIKKI 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690156 (_tlinder Assembly 690577 O Seat-Inlet 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic 494238 Sumlp-LF -Engine 690188 _-Cyllnder 108B 695419 Valve-Choke(NikkiCarburetor) 892410 •...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271734 BRIGGSENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707,TYPE NUMBER0125-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690960 Screw (Blower Housing) 691429 Cap-Ddve 690499 Shiald-.Cylilinder 691286 Cap-End 691003 Screw(Cylinder Shield) 693757 Housing-Starter 693551 Motor-Starter 691095 Stud (Rocker Arm) 690323 Screw (Starter Motor) 691870 •...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING _. CUT GUIDE ;rH_. s greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution Operate...
  • Page 56 For repairofmajorbrandappliancesin your own home... no matterwho made it,no matterwho _ 1-800-4-MY-HOME @ An,/_e.day orr_ll 0_0e-469_663) (u.sA _ Ca_da WMP//JI_OIRLCOIlrt _P_WJieI1LC_ Forrepairofcarry-in products like vacuums,lawnequ_oment, and electronics,callfor _ nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any_e,day orniglt ( U.SAonly) W_wJmtmLcorn For the replacement p arts,accessories and owner'smanuals thatyou need b do-it-yourself, callSears PartsDirectS'l 1-800-366-PART 6&m.-11...