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Craftsman 917.272063 Owner's Manual

16.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAH°I
16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272063
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers toyour 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.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordedng ..... Back Cover LIMITED'I3NO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ff this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated end 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 matedsl or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: This cuffing machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before I. GENERAL OPERATION operating or stodng the machine. Allow •...
  • 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 belts, tight and keep machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so A_k 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: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OiLTYPE SAE 1OW30(above 32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules. API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below32°F) •...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock washer 3/8 5/16-t8 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steedng Extension Steering Shaf_ Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat (_)(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Keys (2)Keys Slope Sheet...

  • 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.

  • Page 9: Operation

    Label NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Batter TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1.
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER P LATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in propedy adjusted. See TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments 2.
  • Page 11 These s ymbols may appear onyour t ractor orin literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY 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...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to famiUadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference, Light Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lift 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 • For best cutting performance, grass Attachment C lutchLever Attachemnt over 6 inches in height should be =pEnosgi#aogned* LpiflosLitieVner High mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground I_si_ion when mower is at the desired cutting...
  • Page 15 NOTE: To protect hood from damage IMPORTANT: When operating in when transporting your tractor on a truck temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and clean winter grade gasoline to help secured to tractor. Use an appropriate insure good cold weather starting.
  • Page 16 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F end IMPORTANT: Should your transmission above) require removal for service or replace- ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- 7. When engine starts, move the throttle tion before operating the tractor. control to the fast position. 1.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, • Mower should be pmpedy leveled for keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See =TO grass and trash. Clean after each use. LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this the grass clippings many times and manual.

  • Page 18: Maintenanceschedule

    MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DA*IIES _eck BrakJ Opemdon Ch_k Tim Pre_su_ Check Opemtor presence and C;lack for Loose Fa_fa_em S_a_eplac* Blades Lubrk_on Chart CheckBaltor_Lm_) Clean IBa_ry _d Tirmlnals Check Tra_t_x_e Cool_ AdJ,Jst B tado Bait(s) T_sk_ Ad_ Moron Driw _s) Tms_n Ch_k...
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, "I'RACTOR 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 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BA'I-rERY The transexle was sealed at the factory Yourtractor has a battery charging system 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 transaxle ever leak or require servicing, an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 21 TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for 3. S_de foam pre-cLeaneroff cartridge. checking level, insert d_pstlck in_a the 4. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. tube and rest the oil fill cap on the 5. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it tube.
  • Page 22 ENGINE OIL FILTER INoLINE FUEL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- 1.
  • Page 23 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/breke 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 • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "P SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT 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 BELT INSTALLATION - 2. Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. 4. Install new belt in reverse order of 3. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. removal. Carefuify remove belt upwards from 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves transmission input pulley and over and inside all belt guides.
  • Page 26 2. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to Retaining RingWa_"ere creep. 3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Start engine and test. 5. If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied. MotionControl Neu_'alLock Gate Square Key --.-----_'...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- REPLACING BA'ZrERY SEMBLY _-_CAUTION: Do not short battery 1. Raise hood. terminals by allowing a wrench or any 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. other object to contact both terminals at 3. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at the same time.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST - The carburetor has been presetat the facto_ 6. Move threttle control leverfromsJowto and adjustment shouldnot be necessary. fastposition. I f engine hesitates or des, However,minor aclustmentmay be required turn idlefuel a_usting needle out to compensate for differencesin fuel, (caunterdockwise) 1/8 turn.
  • Page 29 Also, expedanco indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation reOre, of acids during storage.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wllln_start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Clean underside of mower Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. (continued) housing. 4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter. 5. Low oil leveVdirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. 6.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Place throttle control in Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST"position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4. Mower deck not level. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272063 SCHEMATIC 1 1111 - BA3"rERY S_.ENG_D AMMETER FUSE STAR_.R (OP110NAL) _?____]. _.... ,'_'- ..,_"_" --.' CLUTCH O F._F) ,1 !' _i ..- - - SOLENCID SP'cATS_TCH ___ll (IF so EQUIPPED) (NOT OCCUPIE_D) IG NITI_I PRESENCE RELAY #1 KUE ItL_...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 BatteW 12 Vdit 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uric x 3/4 156417 Case, Balte W Mech Hinge 161343 Switch. |ntedock N Opn/N Opn 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799,1...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES gV '5 "WO • "__" " _'_':",,i__, '" _;"' ' •...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping 176554 Dr_= 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BuroperHood/Dastl 166O37X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Can]age 3/8-16xl 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip Tlnnmman Gdlle P/1. 172107xg10 Panel, Dash, R.H. 1746O608 Screw Thdml 3/8-16 x 1/2 144983X558...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 917.272063 GROUND DRIVE 16 3_ /_32...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD551143 washer ..T_le (See Breakdown) HydmGr 314-C510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 165866 ROd Shift Fender Adjust 134683 Keepar Belt Engine STD561210 PInCo6er 1/8x I CAD 169152 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Whedi 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindlo Assemb_, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust. Hardennd 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 18 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.272063 SEAT A SSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 14_551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 BoR, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Sl_it .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 xl x 10Gauge 121250X...
  • Page 43 177325 Decal, Hood Side 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 172331 DeCal, Deck 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 178453 Owner's Manual, English 1E6439 Decal, Fender Danger 178454 Owner's Manual, Spanish 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic WHEELS &TIRES...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 ENGINE _'_33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester KEY pART KEY pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170548 Control,Throttle 148315 Plug, Drain Oil Easy 124028x Bushing, Snap, Fuel Line 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 17670412 Screw, Hex Washer Heed, Thd., Roll.
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 LIFTASSEMBLY 11__12 KEY PARr KEY PARr NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 173288 Link, Front 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/2-13 UNC 159471 Shaft Assembly, Uft 130171 Trunnion 105767X Pin, GrOOVe 73800800 Lock.nut,Hex, with Washer Insert 1200000_...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 MOWERDECK 23 24 ole _ "...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 MOWERDECK PART pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 141043 Guard, TUV lifter 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" $10533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Cuetom Oval 1449_ V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 73809898 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins, 3/8-16 136420 Mulcher Cover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 , -n !€ ° r- m '_'r" O,..L "8...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART pART DESCRIPllON DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplata Trunion 142887 Brake Actuating Pin Mach ned...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER 43527 CYLLNDER HEAD, VALVE ANO BREATHER I CRANKCASE...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43527 CRANKCASE CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/I_REATHER KEY PART KEY pART DESCRIP'TION DESCRIPT|ON 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03-S Seal. crankshaft 12-755-81-S Kit, cytmdernead (h-_udes Block, cylinder (Use Short Block 12 522 46) 3-18 Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER 43527 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I C._NITION / ELECTRICAL I _" 14--_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16.5, TYPE NUMBER 43527 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER ROUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.Sx46 MSxO6x10 (5) 24-468-10-S Washer, i_aln 1/4" 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 12-146-07-S plate, blower housing 24-162-O3-S Screen, grass...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER 43527 ;TARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS 17\i_1 .r 6 OIL pAN/LU BRICATION I 8,.,,-...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272063 KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER 43527 ENGINE cONTROLS STARTi_ SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DEBCRIPT_OH DESCRIPTION 12-079-07-S Linkage, choke M-839070-S Screw, bex. flange 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable MBxl.25x70 (2) 24.086.43+S Screw, hex. flange 26-O98-07-S Starter assembly (Includes M-664020-S Screw, lobed socket M6xL0x20 {2)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43527 CRANKSHAFT ] EXHAUST J i ,j FUEL SYSTEM J c_ o,,...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272063 KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV16.5,TYPE NUMBER43527 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) 12-014-37-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) X-22-11-S Washer, lock 1/4" 12-139-01-S Plug, cup M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) EXHAUST 12-853-94-S Wit,carburetor w/gasket _lndudes 6,7,8 qty 1 2-454-03-S, 25.452-20-S)
  • Page 59 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 end down the face of elopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 For repair of majorbrandappliances in your own home... no matterwhomade it,no matterwhosolditl WtNW.,Se_YS.COB W.SQ_Xr=_C8 For repair of carry-in products likevacuums,lawnequipment, a nd electronics, callfor the nearestSears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 ,_,'l_'ne. day or_ (U.&A. _,) w.4;e_.,s..co_l Forthereplacementparts,accessoriesand owner'smanuals that you needto do-R-yourself, call Sears PartsDirect_J 1-800-366-PART 6 azn.- 11p.m, 7 days aweek (1_7278)