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Craftsman 917.271841 Owner's Manual

21.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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21.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271841
• Safety
= Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
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 Craasman
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 Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craasman Help Line 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 TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if 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 material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and thr(_wing 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-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can...
  • Page 4 Iii. 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 bolts, tight and keep 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 of the manufacturer • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS We have competent, well-trained techni- GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS cians and the proper tools to service or CAPACITY UNLEADED repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. ANDTYPE: REGULAR instructions will enable you to assemble OILTYPE SAE 30 and maintain your tractor properly.
  • Page 7 "f-_ Steering Wheel Wheel Adapter _xtenslon Steering \_F'_,/ I I brian Sleeve _ _l,,_,p_'J (1)Locknut > ' 5/16-18 ,teer, ng <_;_:_'1 Wheellnsert (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Washer __22-2-2-22-:- Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob For Future Use Keys Video...

  • 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

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section for location knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 CHECKTIRE PRESSURE INSTALL MULCHER PLATE The tires on your tractor were overinflated (If previously removed) at the factory for shipping purposes. 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in Correct tire pressure is important for best upright position. cutting performance. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front = Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in of mower deck opening and slide into "PRODUCT...
  • Page 11 t/ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: #" All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and charged.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION WARNING OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS OVER TEMP ENGINE ENGINE LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Corfipare the illustrations with your tractor to faroiliarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. it Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Ammeter Lever...
  • Page 14 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 shierds while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 • The average lawn should be cut to CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector d0ring hot months. For healthier and shield in place.
  • Page 16 • Do not push or tow tractor at more than _kWARNING: Experience indicates that two (2) MPH. alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or • To reengage transmission, reverse using ethanol or methanol) can attract above procedure. moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 17 • The attachments and ground drive c an IMPORTANT= Should your transmission now beused. |t the engine does not accept require removal for service or replacement, the load, restart the engine and allow it to it should be purged after reinstallation warm up for one minute using the choke before operating the tractor.
  • Page 18 MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, I_est mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation I_ / Check Tire Pressure I# / Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems CheCk ior L@o_e Fasteners {1_7 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_14 Lubrioation Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Tenmklals i# # Check Transaxle Cooling...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    TRACTOR 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. Always observe safety rules when 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION torque). If tractor requires more than six (6) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated.
  • Page 21 NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in terminals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • Page 22 CLEAN AIR SCREEN NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, chaff to prevent engine damage from precleaner, cover and secure with overheating. Clean with a wire brush or knob(s).
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free carburetor are covered to keep water out. of all gasoline, oil, etc, Water in engine can result in a shortened •...
  • Page 24 SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an • A't the midpoint of both sides of mower, equal number of turns.
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable Engine Pull_y_ brake system which is mounted On the side'of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 26 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE- Ifyour battery is too weak to startthe engine, it MENT should be recharged. (See "BATI'ERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). Shduld your transmission require If "jumper cables"are used for emergency removal for service or replacement, it starling, follow this procedure: should be purged after reinstallation and IMPORTANT: Yourtractoris equipped with a...
  • Page 27 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully _Hsod remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. HeadlightWire Connector 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.
  • Page 28 2. Remove air cleaner cover, filter and 3. While still holding throttle lever cartridge plate to expose carburetor against idle speed screw, turn idle choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the mixture screw in (clockwise) until Maintenance section of this manual). engine begins to die and then turn out 3.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experiance 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 methanor) can attract moisture more.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE ,PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2, See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE I_ROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ LOSSof power 1. Cutting toe much grass/too fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 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.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) FUSE ilF_ STAF_TER soLENo,o SLO S.,OR, E ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SEAT SWITCH E,_cK e=Ac_ e_CK (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING CONNECTOR FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID NOTE 'fOUR TRACTOR EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bo_t, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bott, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - . MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Draw_ar 17(360612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper HOOd/Dash 168337)(013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xi 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172197X010 Panel, Dash, RH 144983X558 HOod Assembly 126938X...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 134683 Guide Belt RH Bn_ne Hydro Gr 314-0510 169183 Strap Torque Lh 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust ST0561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 169182 Strap Torque Rh...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Bplnd_e Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-9/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 2 7/32 x1-1/4 x16 Gsuge 12000029 Ring, Klip...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 ENGINE 13 10 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271841 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 170547 Control Throt Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Englne(SeeBreakdown) BdggsModelNo.461707-o147-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 171877 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Sems 145552...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIk/blk Craftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 72650412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
  • Page 45 160396 Decal Mower Ddve Scbematic Decal Fender Danger Sears 177253 Decal Hood Side 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 171696 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 172331 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 171697 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 149516 DeCal Battery 176682 Decal Engine H/P...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 LIFT ASSEMBLY 161718...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 LII_'T ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 12O183X Seadng Nylong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Link Asm Lift LH.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 MOWER DECK 115 _ .117 f-116...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 MOWER DECK KEY P, A RT KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Guard, Tuv Idler (94) 165892 Mower Houelng 141043 STE>333107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 144959 Front STD541437 Locknut, Hex WA_Vsh 3/6-16 UNC Cover Mulching 42' Black 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 120- r'rl 1 ,T,= _: 0,,_. O't "'4 69 66...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170G52 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Mashinod 142887...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE*MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 212 _ 51 _ 2os _ /_/_ . 414 ..267_ 202_ 449_ \_ '_ 883 \/_ 108_ 105_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 859A 102/ _,._51_ 276A _ lO4%_7__...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 861 FUEL PUMP KIT 1119_ "_ 859 _ _ B59A 358 ENGINE GASKET SET...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & 6TRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 306'3071 865A_ 726_ 306A_ 307A 510J 3091 10901 697_...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 Cylinder Assembly 807923 Idle Speed Kit 399265 Bushing-Cylinder 693509 _ Gasket-Carburetor Body 391086 • Seal-Oil 693506 O Pin-Float Hinge 105 692078 O Valve-Float Needle 493304...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271841 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut (Brush Retainer) 394891 Armature-Magneto 690958 691061 Screw (Armature) 797A693167 Nut Brush Retainer) 802592 $parkplag 691967 Cap-Dr ve 495868 Gasket Set 691286 Cap-End...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL €O Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greaterthan 15°), nevar across the face. Maketurnagradu- ally to prevent tipping or lose of control. Exercise extreme direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...