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Craftsman 917.271643 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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[CRAFTSMAN'[
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271643
• 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
Sear= Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179
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. Sear= Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover 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, lubdcatad 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 matadal or workmanship.
  • Page 3 MPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the tallowing sarsty instructionscould result in safious injury or death. I1o SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- •...
  • Page 4 IILCHILDREN • Never run a machine inside a dosed Trag c accidents canoccur iftheoperator isnotaled tothepresence ofchitdren. area. Children areoften attracted tothe • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade machine and themowing activity. attachment bolts, tight and keep Never assume that chitdren witi remain where equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a lowgear s o CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that y ou will n othave tostop orshift that are recommended by and comply while ontheslope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS and maintain your tractor propedy. CAPACITY UNLEADED Always observe the =SAFETY RULES !. ANDTYPE: REGULAR REPAIR AGREEMENT OILTYPE ShE 30(ABOVE 32°F A Repair Agreement is available on this (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 product.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer 1) Hex Bolt /1) Hex Bolt washer 3/8 1) Lock 16-18 x 1-1/4 3/6-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Steering Steering Boot Wheel Adapter Shaft teering (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unasssmb{ed 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your Labe_ tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Battery TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location end function of controls) 1.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALL MULCHER PLATE After you leam how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments 2.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATi'E RY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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. Ught Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch I_iR Ammeter...
  • 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 IMPORTANT: The motion control lever • The average lawn should be cut to does not return to neutral (N) position approximately 2-1/2 inches dudno the when the clutch/brake pedal is de- cool season and to over 3 inches pressed, dudng hot months. For healthier and •...
  • Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel from shipped, from the factory, already filled the tank to the engine.
  • Page 16 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air Before driving the unit in cold weather, is being removed from hydraulicdrive the transmission should be warmed up as system. follows: 5. Move motion control lever to neutral 1.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mower should be properly leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of •...
  • Page 18 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractordoes not _) Spindle_ _) Spindle cover items that have been subjected to ..... operator abuse or negligence. To r_ive falt value from the warranty, operator must Zerk maln_in tractor as instructed in this manual.

  • Page 19: Operation

    IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing 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 • Keep battery and terminals clean. ENGINE • Keep battery bolts tight. LUBRICATION • Keep small vent holes open. Only use high quality detergent oil rated • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. with API service classification SF-SJ. NOTE: The originalequipment battery on Select the oil's SAE viscositygrade yourtractor is maintenance free, Do not according to your expected operating...
  • Page 21 NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace Oil Drain Valve pre-cleaner. 6. Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. Closed DrainTube 7. Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1. Remove cartridge nut. 2. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Clean Cap_ base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor.
  • Page 22 • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. Clam_clamp We do not recommend using a garden FuelFilter hose to clean your tractor unless the CLEANING electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine Can resutt in a shortened of all foreign matter.
  • Page 23 TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust themower while tractor one link to same length as other link. is parked ;, To lower front of mower loosen nut =E" on level ground or ddveway. Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE With Perking Brake BELT "Engaged" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual).
  • Page 25 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage The motion control lever has been preset has occurred to affect the front wheel toe- at the factory and adjustment should not in or camber, contact a Sears or other be necessary.
  • Page 26 TO A'I-rACH JUMPER CABLES - 1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis. Ba_ew 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is Maintenance, repair, or replacement of low emission. It is equipped with an idle the emission centrol devices and sys- fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, tems, which are being done at the which altows some adjustment within the customers expense, may be performed limits allowed by the cap.
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - Idle Speed 4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (counterctockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if neces- sary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
  • Page 29 Also, expodance 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, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Outoffuel. Will n_ sta_ Fill fuel tank. Enginenot =CHOKED" See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded, attempting to start. a,. Replace spark plug. 4. Bad spark plug, 5.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Loss ofpower 3. Build-up ofgrass, leaves 3. Clean underside of mower (continued) and trash under mower. housing. 4. Dirty air filter. I 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOT_GCHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in 1. Engine speed too slow, Poor grass discharge "FAST" position. Travelspeed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. Mowerdeck not level. 4, Level mower deck. Low/uneven tire air pressure, 5, Check tires for proper air pressure.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER ..gu°< (NOTOCCUPIED) ------ IGNITION UNIT PLUGSON TWIN CYL ENGINES) NOTE YOUR TRACTOR _S EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR HFJ_DUGHTS OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Sw_tch, Intedock Push-In 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799,1 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chessis 176554 17060612 _'rew 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/i3esh 168337X013 Desh 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip "l]nnerman Gdlle P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 GROUND DRIVE l_t. ,6...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper, Bolt Engine Hydro ..Transmission (See Breakdown) 154778 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH Hydro Gear Mede1322-.0510 134683 Strap, Torque, Lh 165866 Rod, Sh_t 169t83 Strap, Torque. Rh STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 169182...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODELNUMBER 917.271643 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Ax;e Assembly STMP Dropged STL 169640 Spindle Assembly, LH. 16_639 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 626_H Beadng. Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge lS272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000(_9...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 17{To45 Control l'hrot/Ch 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x_'8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs MOdel 310707-01 3/-E1 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 GaSket 1 313 Id T=n Plated 148456 Tube Drain oil easy ST[_5123/...
  • Page 44 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO+ NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 14<T051 Bracket PUt Pivot Seat (blk) 72_o0412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616 Bolt F_nHex 3/6-I 6uric X I...
  • Page 45 Decal Hood Side LT1000 138311 177253 Decal, Lift Handle Pad Footrest I.H SILT 172331 Decal, Deck 165800X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165799X428 156439 Owners Manual, English Decal, Fender Danger 178733 178734 Owner's Manual, Spanish KEY PART DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - -MODEL N UMBER 917.271643 UFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spdng W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19¢Zl 1 621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylo_g 125631X...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271643 MOWERDECK >21...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION Boil, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 139688 Ann Assembly, Pad, Brake $1_533107 Bolt 131845 Washer, Ha,-dened 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 133943 155O46 Arm, Idler 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 165723 Spacer, Retainer S_4008...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 HYDROTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 HYDROTRANSAXLE - - MODELNUMBER 322-0510 PARr PARr DESCRg:TION DESCRIFRON 17G351 Main Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 17(X352 Side Housing, Assembly 142882 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section. Assembly 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 170354 Swashplata, Trunlen Machiood 176410 H FHCS 1/4-20X2 W/Patch, Sgeciai 169898 Block - Assembly...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 _r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. o_ o,,_,, 3°_ 761q 180_26_45_24...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS & STRAI-I'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER0137-E1 /" ° I 1019 LABEL KIT 1 I 1058OWNER'S MANUAL 1141AI K:_ L,o9.,A _ "U 108A_ 1127_ 142_ Q-117...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS& STRATrON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 729A_ • 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS 1006 287 J_ 789A 524_...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER0137-E1 9. CA._____.RRUR_OR GASKET s_r-I 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 104_ 12"/_ 276 _ 987_ 95 19 1370 276_ 634A_ 634€_ 1170 231_142_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 137_ 51_'_ E.GtHE GASK_ SET .,,o NIKKI 130AO _11 ;...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690156 Cylinder Assembly 231855 21 Valve-FIoet Needle 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal t05A 694922 O Valve-FIoet Nasdle 391086 - Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690577 Seat-Inlet 690188 Head-Cytinder 108A 692344 Valve-Choke(Choke-A-Matic) 494238 + Sure, p -Engine...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271643 BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707, TYPE NUMBER0137-E1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691002 Screw (DipstickTube) 692037 Hamess-Widng 690844 Housln9-Bldwer 789A 695050 Hamess-Wirlng 690960 Screw (13 tower Housing) 693167 NUt (Brush Retainer) Shiald-C finder 691429 690499 -uyn Cap-Ddve 691003 Screw_Cyllnder Shield) 691286...
  • Page 58 SERVICENOTE...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ¢n €o greater than 15), never across the face, Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate caution when changing yourTractor up and down the face of elopes (not...
  • Page 60 For repairof majorbrand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it,no matter whosold 1-SOO-4-MY-HOME_ tu_rne,c_c_r_ht (14_oo48946_) (u.sAand Canada) For repair of cany-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment,and ek_tronica, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Any'_e, d ayorr_ght (USJ_uty) www,searsJ:ofn Forthe replacement p arts,accessories and owner's manuals...