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Owner's Manual
(RItFTSMIIll +
14.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXI'E e
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270531
• 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
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Crattsman
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 pm, Mon - Sat Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Crattsman website:www.sears.com/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 SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is Slopes are a major factor related to loss- capable of amputating hands and feet of-control and tipover accidents, which and throwing objects. Failure to observe can result in severe injury or death. All the following safety instructions could re- slopes require extra caution.
- Page 4 Never run a machine inside a closed • Keep children out of the mowing area area. and under the watchful care of another Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adult. attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- • Be alert and turn machine off if children ment in good condition.
- Page 5 California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase Federal laws apply on federal lands. A of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been spark arrester for the muffler is available designed, engineered and manufactured through your nearest authorized...
- Page 6 SteeringWheel (1) Hex Bolt Steering 3/8-16 x 1 Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering [T_L_ Steedng Wheel Extension (1) Lockwasher 318 _. teering Shaft ,--_' Adapter Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Shoulder 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18...
- 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 (See TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location controls) function Battery Box Label • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
- Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE /CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overin- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY flated at the factory for shipping pur- YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO poses. Correct tire pressure is important ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE for best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE •...
- Page 10 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVERLIGHTTEMP FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
- Page 11 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 manuat for future reference. Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Plunger Throttle/Choke...
- Page 12 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 13 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT ,A CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do The position of the attachment lift lever not drive across any slope. determines the cutting height. •...
- Page 14 BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE 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 shipped, from the factory, already filled...
- Page 15 MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and • Tire chains cannot be used when the possible fire hazard from dried mower housing is attached to tractor. clippings. Make first cut relatively •...
- Page 16 FiLL IN DATES DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire PTeSSUTe Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose FaSteners ¥17 Lubrication Chad Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Bait(s) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension II1_ I...
- Page 17 TRACTOR • Install neW or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
- Page 18 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils BATTERY (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is suffiCisnt for nodal Use. will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of '_e battery when used above 32°F.
- Page 19 • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on ENGINE COOLING FINS flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine replace cartridge. cooling fins to prevent engine damage • Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, from overheating. cover and secure with knob(s).
- Page 20 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden • hose to clean your tractor unless the Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. carburetor are covered to keep water out. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a short-...
- Page 21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked Measure distance "D" directly in front on level ground or driveway. Make sure and behind the mandrel at bottom edge tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- of mower housing as shown.
- Page 22 • Road test tractor for proper stopping TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE distance as stated above. Readjust DRIVE BELT necessary, If stopping distance is stilt The mower blade drive belt may be greater than six (6) feet in highest replaced without tools. Park the tractor gear, further maintenance...
- Page 23 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ALIGNMENT CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries If steering wheel crossbars are not generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, horizontal (left to right) when wheels flame and smoking materials away from positioned straight forward, remove batteries.
- Page 24 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS REPLACING BATTERY Loose or damaged wiring may cause _.CAUTION: Do not short battery your tractor to run poorly, stop running, terminals by allowing a wrench or any prevent it from starting. other object to contact both terminals at •...
- Page 25 Move throttle control lever to slow • Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor position. With finger, rotate and hold plate line-up. If holes "A" are not throttle lever against idle speed aligned, loosen clamp screw and screw.
- Page 26 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 damage the fuel system of an engine...
- Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Willnotstart • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes • Engine flooded. before attempting to star • Bad spark plug. •...
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Lossofpower • Cutting too much • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ grass/too fast. reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash housing.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. rotate (Cont'n) • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in "FAST" • Engine speed too slow, Poor grass discharge position.
- Page 30 NOTES...
- Page 31 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY i ..STARTER .._)Ak_M_ER SOLENC_D BL_CK (NOT OCCUPIED) IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH WHITE I ..GROUNDING ___:x (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK PLu° BLACK IGNITION FUEL, UNIT _ PLUGS ON CYL. ENGINES) CP_ARGtNG SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC MIN Q _ 3 AMp DC O 3800 RPM...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 33 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 163968 Switch Ign Delta Push-In 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 170217 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Hex 1/4-20uno x 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal Red 145673...
- Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES I<]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 169831 Chassis Lt Stamping 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 155272 BumperHood/Dash 155924X012 Saddle SLKSCRE FLT SDL 126471X Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole 168348X010 Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym...
- Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic Peerless 206-545C 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Gm Dry Stl 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spdng 123666X...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 STEERING I r'_'l_...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 STEERING K_'Y PAR'r DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steedng Opp Sears BIk 154427 Axle Asm Front Lt 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh Washer Thrust ,75 x 1.230 6266H Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
- Page 40 TRACTOR - MODE L NUMBER 917.270531 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 41 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch LH IV 1 80 20 22 162157 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 3" "_7720410 ..Engine(See Breakdown) Briggs,Model No 287707-1255-E3 Muffler Exh LT B&S t4HP IC OHV 137352 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 13280324 Nipple Pips 3/8 Npt x 3"...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 SEAT ASSEMBLY KL=Y pART KL=YPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pvt St Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 72050412 711t0616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 Spacer Split28x 96 Yel Zinc 19131610...
- Page 43 Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti 15 160396 Decal V-Belt Sch 171760 16 163207 Decal Fender Sd6/42 Decal Replcmnt Sears 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman White 157199X428 Pad Footrest 10 149516 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Acme...
- Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 WireAsmlnner/Sprg W/plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove "t500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer Pltd 21132 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 125631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk 122365X...
- Page 46 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 MOWER DECK C_ "67 • %153_t. 155_37 _::_143 159--_ _147 1...
- Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.270531 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 STD533107 Bolt 133944 Washer, Hardened 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 155066 Roller Assembly, Cam Follower Front 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Locknut 165460...
- Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
- Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Brake Lever 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 42 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A...
- Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E3 761_ 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 1_ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL,SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1°19 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
- Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.270531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E3 692 | 1274 LMTiCARBURETOR PART NUMBER LOCATIONS . -- . 186 THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 104_;...
- Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255oE3 729A 763B_ 1005 729 _ 363 _ 23A __ 287 _ 1051 C 783A 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS...
- Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 BR|GGS & STRA'rI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, "PIPE NUMBER 1255-E3 KEYpAR'I" K_-YPAR'r NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Kit-Idle Speed Cylinder Assembly 495800 496412 • Pin-FloatPtinge Bushing/Seal Kit 104 231789 399265 • Valve-Float Needle Seal-Oil 105 231855 391086 •...
- Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270531 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693551 Motor-Starter(For Steel 281390 Clip, Wire Ring Gear Only) 729A 225170 Clip, Wire 497595 Motor-Starter (For Plastic 94625 Screw(Starter Drive Cover) Ring Gear Only) 262932 Gear-Timing 94003...
- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
- Page 56 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no _who made _ no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HO ME sM_ _orn_ (1-80O469-4663) www.s_irs.oom To bring in products such asvacuums, I_vn'equipment and electronics ofyour for repair, call for the location nearest Sears Parts &...