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Craftsman 917.271062 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
£RAFTSMAN
15.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271062
• 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 Craftsmen
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman
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 Craftsmen Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Limited 90-Day Warranty

    Maintenance Schedule ...... 17 LIMITEDTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENTPARTS For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any paris found to be defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Slopes are a major factor related to loss- and throwing objects. Failure to observe of-control and tipover accidents, which the following safety instructions could can result in severe injury or death. All result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 4 * Keep children out of the mowing area • Never run a machine inside a closed and under the watchful care of area. another responsible adult. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade ° Be alert and turn machine off if attachment bolts, tight and keep children...

  • Page 5: Customer Responsibilities

    CONGRATULATIONS on your pur- In the state of California the above is chase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has required by law (Section 4442 of the been designed, engineered CaUfomia Public Resources Code), manufactured to give you the best Other states may have similar laws.
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer ]_(1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Extension Steering Shaft Boot Steering Steering , Wheel Adapter Seat (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 _) Shoulder olt 5/16-18 Gauge...

  • Page 7: Check Battery

    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 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and Seat function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise Terminal Battery attachment lift lever to its highest Door position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. •...

  • Page 9: Check Tire Pressure

    INSTALL MULCHER PLATE belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the (If previously removed) belts are routed correctly. • Raise and hold deflector shield in CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM upright position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front After you learn how to operate your of mower deck opening and slide into tractor, check to see that the brake is...
  • 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 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED A'I-rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED...
  • 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 manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Switch Clutch Lever _...

  • Page 12: To Use Throttle Control

    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 • The average lawn should be cut to _i_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches mowers so equipped, or the deflector during hot months. For healthier and shield in place.
  • Page 14 NOTE: To protect hood from damage IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), when transporting your tractor on a truck fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and help insure good cold weather starting. secured to tractor.
  • Page 15 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- above) tion before operating the tractor. • Place tractor safely on level surface • When engine starts, move the throttle with engine off and parking brake set. control to the fast position.

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, mower housing is attached to tractor. keep mower housing free of built-up • Mower should be properly leveled for grass and trash. Clean after each use. best mowing performance.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Operator Presence IntedockSystems Check for Loose Fasteners Chart Check Battery Levet Mower Blades LubrlcatlonSharpen/Replace Clean Battery and Terminals Check Traneaxla Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet •...
  • Page 19 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required for system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transaxle. Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing,...

  • Page 20: Clean Air Screen

    TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE F.._ve r Knob • Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged Air Cle_er_..____ "X_._g Nut cartridge. Cover ( ,_ _Rubber NOTE. Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will Foa_ / Grommet Pre- - ._-_ damage the cartridge.

  • Page 21: In-Line Fuel Filter

    CLEANING IN-LINE FUEL FILTER • Clean engine, battery, finish, etc. seat, The fuel filter should be replaced once of all foreign matter. each season. If fuel filter becomes • Keep finished surfaces and wheels clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 22 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT • Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs. IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to • Raise lift lever to raise suspension side. If the following front-to-back arms. Slide mower out from under adjustment is necessary, be sure to tractor.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT Nut "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 'q-O REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 24 • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control square key. lever until tractor does not move •...

  • Page 25: Interlocks And Relays

    TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Positive Terminal Negative Terminal • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 26 • Start engine and allow to warm for five • With engine not running, move throttle minutes. Make adjustments with control lever from slow to choke engine running and shift/motion position. Slowly move lever from control lever in neutral (N) position. choke to fast position.

  • Page 27: Engine Oil

    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 more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Willnotstad • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See"TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. • Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower bladeswill Obstruction in clutch • Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism, Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID i ..AMMETER STARTER WHtT E dL I B_CK CLUTCH,BRAKE I_' L";-_' WHITE LR_D (PEDAL UP) ,-_L_, , ..I B_UE /_vT I J _ AT_r'MEN-T-CLUTCH ' -- LSNE ' ..f ,_..,j._o_ I "...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 161343 Switch, Intedock N Opn/N Opn 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 13--_._ " t "...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis Stamping 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash S'rD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R.H 144983X558...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 GROUND DRIVE "...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271062 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro s'r'D561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 19132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 STEERING ASSEMBLY 51_54 \143...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25132 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271062 ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV 15S-41592 ..Muffler 159420 12-041-03 Gasket Kohler 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing, Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-" 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 121250X Spring 145006...
  • Page 43 Decal, Customer Maintenance 16_X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 166887 Decal, Deck EZ3 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 169210 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 156439 1_3_ Decal, Fender Danger Owner's Manual, English 146046 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 LIFT ASSEMBLY 11__ 6 13...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865 Link, Lift, L.H.

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 MOWER DECK Y''"_ 40 1_14 "_ • ls9_ _.:-lso I" 40--._ _147 142' / 23 10.-_-...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 _OWER DECK I(EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Knob Custom Oval Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 149846 STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138017 Mulcher Cover Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 136420 Front 71161010 Screw 165460 Washer #10 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 19061216 Deck STD551110...
  • Page 48 119. 120- "88 r- m I" =_ =.- [.u,,.,,,,-_-= _127...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 142887 Brake Actuating Pin...

  • Page 50: Air Intake

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES AIR INTAKE 6--o 8--g ENGINE CONTROLS CRANKSHAFT t_'16 EXHAUST _--1...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 :UEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 OIL PAN I LUBRICATION CRANKCASE I STARTING SYSTEM...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 AIR INTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-743-05 12-079-07 Kit, Air Cleaner(Includes Linkage, Choke 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 25-341-02 Knob, Air Cleaner Cover M-0664020 Screw, Locked Socket t 2-096-24...

  • Page 54: Fuel System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-853-56 Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 12-351-01 Lifter, Valve (2) thru 6) 12-755-60 Kit, Cylinder Head 12-041-02 Gasket, Air Cleaner 12-411-01...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODE L NUMBER 917.271062 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER 41592 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIFnON 12,086-14 Screw,HaxFlange 12-032-03 Seal, Crankshaft Mt0x 1.5 x46 12-522-18 Block, Cylinder Washer, Plain3/8 12-468-03 (Use Short Block) Screen, Grass 24-162-03 12-445-02 Strap, Lifting M,0639015...
  • Page 57 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 58 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, dayor night (1-800-4694663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for /[i_i_ii:i the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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