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Craftsman 917.270921 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270921 Owner's Manual

19.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
(R;IFTSM;IN °
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270921
•
Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and Instructions before operat-
ing 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 Rules 1-800-659-5917 and Instructions before operat- Sears Craftsman Help Line ing 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 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply.
  • Page 3 can result in severe injury or death. All IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is slopes require extra caution. If you cannot capable of amputating hands and feet back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on and throwing objects. Failure to observe it, do not mow it.
  • Page 4 Never tamper with safety devices. • Before and when backing, look behind Check their proper operation regularly. and down for small children. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or • Never carry children. They may fall off other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel and be seriously injured or interfere spillage.
  • Page 5 In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Califomia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal designed, engineered and manufactured laws apply on federal lands.
  • Page 6 Steering Extension Steering Whee Steering Sleeve Shaft Steering AWhae_ ' er (1) Hex Bolt _" "_ 3/8-16 _.___..j/Steering (1) Lock _ _--// washer (1)HexBolt ,'/ r Illllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll!llll (1) (1) Large Flat Washer Locknut ....5/16-18 Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16o18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob...
  • Page 7 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 8 NOTE: You may now roll or drive you IU _SP.I UP YOUR TRACTOR tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate CHECK BATTERY instruction below to remove the tractor • Lift hood to raised position. from the skid. • If this battery is put into service after TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See month and year indicated on label...
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off (if previously removed) skid. • Raise and hold deflector shield in • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking upright position. brake and place motion control lever •...
  • Page 10 WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR t/CHECKLIST TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATI'ENTION BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE TilE ,/Engine oil is at proper level. ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
  • Page 12 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 various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch 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 These heights are approximate and may • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. vary depending upon soil conditions, • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- height of grass and types of grass being mowed. gage attachment clutch control. •...
  • Page 15 • Pull freewheel control out and down ADD GASOLINE 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 87 octane.
  • Page 16 • The attachments can be used during • Insert key into ignition and turn key the engine warm-up period after the clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed up Do not run starter continuously for and may require the choke control be more than fifteen...
  • Page 17 • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly MULCHING MOWING...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ./'_/._/_/_/,_._/ FILL IN DATES _--/_._'__/_'_g_'/_t'_O_ • _'_ REGULAR SERVICE /__../_.'_S E By, ..DATES E_EEm Cc_lei: B'ri::;rO_te i°n Check Operator Presence tntedock Systtwns Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Batte W and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)
  • Page 19 TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat performing any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Blade Center stopping distance at high speed in...
  • Page 20 NOTE:The originalequipmentbattery on yourtractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of .c_;.E,,,u% , _ ,,=,;,,Eo , _0;_ _ x,o,o_ electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and (5W30,...
  • Page 21 overheating.Cleanwith a wire brush or tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. compressed air to remove dirt and Do not use pressurized air to clean or stubborn dried gum fibers. dry cartridge. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING Cover AREAS Knob To insure proper cooling, make sure the Wing Cartridge grass screen, cooling fins, and other...
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a short- free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should be on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately 10-3/8". tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- If links are not equal in length, adjust UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT =A" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools, Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See =TO Jam Nut REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL TRANSAXLE MOTION CONI'ROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ALIGNMENT The motion control lever has been preset If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. positioned straight forward, remove •...
  • Page 26 REPLACING BA'I-rERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-FERY CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries other object to contact both terminals at generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, the same time. Before connecting battery, flame and smoking materials away from remove metal bracelets, wristwatch...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and ASSEMBLY cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the • Raise hood. Customer Responsibilities section of • Unsnap headlight wire connector. this manual). • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at •...
  • Page 28 then turn out (counterclockwise) 1 -1/4 Idle Speed to 1-1/2turns. FINAL SE'I-I'ING • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with Idle Mixture Screw engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • With throttle control lever in slow Throttle Lever position, hold throttle lever against idle...
  • Page 29 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formation storage at the end of the season or if the of acids during storage. Acidic gas can tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM • Clean underside of mower Loss of power • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing. (Continued) • Clean/replace air filter. • Dirty air filter. • Check oil level/change • Low oil level/dirty oil. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Place throttle control in Poor grass • Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. •...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OP'r_,NAL) ;" - -- *"_ :© ..P..(PEDAL UP) CLU'rCH ! BRAKE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION ..(NOT OCCUFIED) SWITCH ;- .."_ ', ,,_ _ :-=,= (OP'TK_NAL) SPARK s_cx IGNITION PLUG , ..
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ELECTRICAL ..
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 HOtddownBe,tteryFmnt Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch Interlock Push.In 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Dra'd_r 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 15527'2 BumperHocd/Oash 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip Tinnarman Gdlle P/L 169117)(010 Panel, Dash, RH 17 144983X558...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 GROUNDDRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer ..Transaxte (See Braakdown) STD551143 Hydro Gr314-0510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Guide Belt RH Engine 165866 Rod Shift FenderAdjust 134683 10 STD561210 P_nCotter 1/3 x 1 CAD 169183 Strap Torque Lh Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 STEERINGASSEMBLY II,1...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R,H. 6266H Beadng, 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, Kl_p 33661:1...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 17720410 Engine (Sea Breakdown) BrlggsModel No. 461707-0145-E3 ..Muffler Exhaust 149723 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144O68 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 150176...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2709621 SEATASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
  • Page 45 Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E Decal Fender Danger Seara 13 14P_)46 163205 Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 14 163259 Decal Dash Panel Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 15 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 171696 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 138047 171697...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 LIFTASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft A_sm.Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 ERing 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga. 120183X Beanng Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Ruted 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H. 12 139866 LinkAsm Lift R.H.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 MOWERDECK _147 .117 _116...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2709621 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 MowerHousing 59 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler {94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 BrecketAssembly,SwayBar, 144959 V-Belt Front 92 STD541437 Locknut,Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420 Cover Mulching 42"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER314-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 I<_'YPART K]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP'TION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 170354 Swashplate, TmnionMachined 142887...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 1125_ 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 615A _) I 258 _ 11019 LABEL KIT 110se OwNER's MANUAL _kREQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 15 _ TO INSTALl SEEREPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER461707,TYPE NUMBER0145-E3 Ilm LA.SL K rr-E._SS_O, I...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 797A 697 ,_ 358 GASKET SET...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Shaft.Throttle 496583 Cylinder Assembly 693485 Kit-Idle Speed 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 807923 • Gasket-Carbu retorBody 391086 -k SeaI-Oi_ 693509 • Pin-FloatHinge 493304 Sump-Engine 693506 •...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER461707,TYPE NUMBER0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal) 497596 Motor-Starter 394860 Cap-D_ve 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 497607 Cap-End 497608 Brush Set 691427 Housing-Starter 230674 Nut (Fty_heel) 693511 Spacer 394891...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE 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.
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances In your own home.., no rr_t_er wt-_ mac_ it, no mat_ who sold it! 1-8 00-4-MY-HOME _An_m_ _ =n_ (1-800.469-4663) www.sear$.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for _ Icx:aUon of_K)ur nearest Sears Parts &...

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