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Craftsman 917.271041 Owner's Manual

16.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic
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Owner's Manual
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16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271041
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Une
5 am- 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Une before operating this equip- 5 am- 5 pm, Mon - Sat ment. Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
  • Page 2 RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- rained, lubdcated 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 • DOnottry to stabilize the machine by • Turnoff bladeswhen not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. * Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial CHILDREN ligM.
  • Page 4 manufacturer's recommended pads, before restarting. when necessary. • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them.
  • Page 5 In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase required by law (Section 4442 of the of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been California Public Resources Code). Other designed, engineered and manufactured states may have similar laws. Federal to give you the best possible dependability laws apply on federal lands.
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Rat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 © (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
  • Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (2) Screws (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 Washers #10 . _10 _w_.ug Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size r--n 12) Latch Hook Seat Assemblies Steedng Video Wheel Insert Cassefte Steering Wheel <:_...
  • Page 8 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 t,ghtened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 • HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS MOWER DECK CHECKBATTERY The gauge wheels are designed to keep • Liftseatpanto raisedposition and open the mower deck in proper position when battery box door. _yooperating m ower. Be sure they are proper- •...
  • Page 10 CHECKFORPROPERPosmoN OF ,_CAtrnON: Do not remove discharge ALL BELTS guard from mower. Raise and hold guard Seethefiguresthat are shown for replac- when attaching muicher plate and allow it ing motion and mower blade drive belts in to rest on plate while in operation. the Service and Adjustments ssctoln of TO CONVERT TO RAGGING OR this manual.
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE UGHTS ON OVER TEMP "_ LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize youmelf with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ught Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objectsthrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repaim. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 tion and engage perking brake. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) cool season and to over 3 inches dudng position. hot months. For healthier and better IMPORTANT"...
  • Page 15 • Move attachment dutch to "DISEN- • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dip GAGED" position. stick; wipe oil off. Reineert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the • Move throttle control to choke position. tube. Do not thread the cap onto the NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and tube.
  • Page 16 • Your tractor is now purged and ready for _RGE TRANSMISSION normal operation. CAUTION: Never engage or disen- MOWING TIPS gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. • Tim chains cannot be used when the To ensure proper operation and perfor- mower housing is attached to tractor.
  • Page 17 • Certain types of grass and grass condi- MULCHING MOWING TIPS tions tnay require that an area be IMPORTANT:. For best performance, keep mulched a second time to completely mower housing free of built-up grass and hide the clippings.When doing a sec- trash.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES REGULAR SERVICE €l_'y interkx_ s_t_s C_ck _ Loo_ Famners IV" Ill'7 Lu_-, Ba_l_ I._vel Shmpen/Replace Mower Blades Battew and Termlnals/Recharge Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust BladeBelt(s)Tension k/'s AdjuSt Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine OH Level _a,_e Eugine oil Wry.: i t/ Clean Air Filter...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on Always observe safety rules when perform- mandrel assembly. ing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 20 • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. _ItIJRE NE_k'r €_4L N TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- operation or at least once a year if the minals can cause the battery to =leak"...
  • Page 21 ENGINE OIL'FILTER CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is chaff to prevent engine damage from over- heating. Clean with a wire brush or com- used more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 22 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel tive type wax. line with arrow pointing towards carbu- We do not recommend using a garden retor,...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust the mower while tractor is parked one link to same length as other link. on level ground or driveway. Make sure • To lower front of mower housing, loosen tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- nut "G"...
  • Page 24 BELTINSTALLATION • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inskle all belt guides. * Install new belt in reverse order of • Install mower in reverse order of removal. removal instructions. Idler Mandrel Pulleys Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUSTMOTIONCONTROL LEVER • Repair tim and reassemble, The motioncontrolleverhasbeenpreset • On rear wheels only;,align grooves in atthe factoryand adjustment s houldnot roar wheel hub and axle. Insert square be necessary. key. If forany reasonthe motioncontrollever • Replace washers and snap retaining will not holditspositionwhileat a selected dng securely in axle groove.
  • Page 26 bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. Posl_ve Terminal Negative Terminal • Close battery box door. TO REPLACE HEADUGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely beck into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL to remdve the limlter cap. The limltercap cannot be removed without breaking the CABLE adjusting needle. The throttle control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter and factory and adjustment should not be nec- the throttlecontrol cable is adjusted essary.
  • Page 28 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- expadence indicates that alcohol blended age at the end of the season or if the trac- fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or tor will not be used for 30 days or more. methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dudng _,CAUTION"...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not =CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" in properly. Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. •...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Weak or dead battery. • Recharge or replace battery. Engine clicks but will not start • Clean battery terminals. • Corroded battery termi- nals. • Check all widng. • Loose or damaged widng. • Check/replace solenoid or •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven •Wom, bent or loose blade. • Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. • Mower deck not level. • Level mower deck. • Clean underside of mower • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing, •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHAFn" CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM • Place freewheel control in Loss of ddve • Freewheel control in "dis- =engaged" position. engaged" position. • Replace motion drive belt. • Motion drive belt wom, damaged or broken. • Purge transmission. • Air trapped in transmis- sion during shipment or servicing.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 SCHEMATIC B_TTERY SOLENOID SPARK • _NmON PLUG • (2 PLUGSON RELAY#2 "iWINCYL ENGINES) OPERATOR UNn" I#_¢K OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #3 HEADLIGHTS WIRING INSULATED CUPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED _CUPS WERE REMOVED FOR NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE yOUR...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Batlep/12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bait, Hex Head 114-20uncx3/4 156417 Case, BatteryMech Hinge 161343 Switch,Tnter_ N Opn/N Opn STD551125 Washer, Lock 7335O4O0 Nut, Hex. Jam 1/4-20 UNC 147426 Harness, LightSocket (Includes4152,,') 4152J BaMo, U0ht 4799,1...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160_92 Chassis Stamplng 140356 Dmwbar 17490612 Screw,Thd. Reil. 3/8-16x3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x16 Gauge Bumper H ood/Gash 155272 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt,Cardage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip'llnnerman Gdlle P/L 155936...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 GROUND DRIVE ,. 150 • 151 • 51...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 GROUI_D DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt Engine 150071 TransaxleAssembly 134683 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20"T 142431 Sprlng,Return, Brake 140158 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 19132012 Gauge 154792 Rod Shift Hydro LT StrapTorque Rh Hydro 18/20"...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 STEERING ASSEMBLY • S ,"----a I. - .*...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION Steer_ Whe¢ 139768 154427 AxleAssemblySTMP Dropped STL 156483 SpindleAssembly,LH. 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H. 62661-1 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 PJug, H ip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 ENGINE "? I;'-" -" , • • %'_"• _*" Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Thmttla 17720410 Sorew,Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 ..Engine, (See Breakdown)KohlerModel No. CV16.43514 159420 Muffler 132803_8 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPTx 3-1/'2 13200300 Elbow, Standard90", 3/8-18 NPT STD551237 Washer ShlatdBrn/DbrGuard 159880 137180...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, 140551 Bracket, Pivot,Seat 72050412 Bon,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Sp_lt .28x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006 CHip, P ush-In Hinged...
  • Page 45 Decal, Fender AutoSears Decal, CustomerMaintenance 138311 163203 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 Decal, LiftHandle 154515 Pad FootrestLH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Pad FootrestRH STLT 156439 154516 Decal, Fender Danger 165075 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntd Mvt Hyd Lt Owner's Manual, Er@ish...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 LIFT ASSEMBLY 11__ 6 13...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 UFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 LntLever InnerWireAssembly 159471 ShaftAssembly,Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 120000_ E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21i32xlx21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 1_365X Button, Plunger,Red 139865 Unk, lift, LH. 139866 Ur#,, Lift,R.H. STD624008 RetainerSpring 127218...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 MOWER DECK 1o_ -_ 113 111 f 23...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 140086 Spring,TorsionBrakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138017 BracketAseambly, SwayBar, 162113 KnobCustom Oval Front 144200 V-Belt 138440 BracketAseambly,Sway Bar 142427 Rod, Clutch, Pdmary,with Nibs STD624008 RetainerSpdng 131870...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142930 Housing,Lower 142884 Differen_al.A.ssembly 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 150629 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 142932 Seal, Up 142991 Seal .75 x 1.25 x _50 142928...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 CYUNOER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER.J CRANKCASE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 CRANKCASE CYUNDER HEAl)NAIVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-032..0_ Seal, crenkshaft 12-351-02 Lifter,valve (2) 12-755-63 Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 10Lcygnderhead (Includes3-17) 12-411-01 Strap, lilting Rod, push (2) 12-445-02 Screw, hax.
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 BLOWERHOUSINGAND BAFFLES I IGNrrlON / ELECTRICAL --tt ,,-_;_ _ "_,-_ AIR INTAKE I...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNmON/ELEJ_rRI_?_d. K]EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flangeM5xO.8xl0 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flangeMIOx1.5x46 M-0545010 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 Washer, plain 1/4 24-162-0_ Screen, grass 24-468-10 Plate, blowerhousing M-0639016...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS.43514 STARTING STSll=M ENGINE CONTROLS OIL PAN / LUBRICATION t _le 0--4 O_lg...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTK)N DESCRIP'nON M-0839070 Screw,he_. flange M8x1.25x70 12-079-07 Unkage, choke 25-09e-_5 StaRerassembly (Includes3-8) 12-237-01 Clamp, cable 12-755-54 l<3t, d rive end M-0664(_Z0 Screw, lobedsocketM6xl.0x20 12-227-06 Cap, drive end...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 CRANKSHAFT_ • §__1 3--@...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271041 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Crankshaft (Includes 2 ) 12-014-37 M-0641060 Nut, hox. flange M6xI.0 (2) Plug, c up 12-139-01 X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 M-0629116 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) EXHAUST 12-853-83...
  • Page 63 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- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme ceutlon when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servioio...

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