Craftsman 917.27077 manual

Owner's Manual rRI:IFTSMI:IN 19.0 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.270770 • 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[...]

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• Turn off blades when not mowing. • Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unload- ing the ma[...]

• Nevermake adjustments or repairs with the enginerunning. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the [...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER: 19.0 GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED AND TYPE: REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F) API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion RJt9LM OR GAP: .030") J19LM VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006" CLEARANCE: EXHAUST." .0(0-.009&qu[...]

I I II I I PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE i I i I (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex 13olt 3/8-16 x I (1) Lockwasher 318 (1) Hex Bolt 5116-18x 1-1/'4 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1 o3/16 x 12 Gauge (I) Knob I 6[...]

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (2) Weld Nuts #10 f (2) Screws /_ (2) Lock i, _ #10x5/8 _ Washers#10 (2) Washers v 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton _m Seat Video Cassette I Mulcher _/ Plate// /, Steedng Whee_j_ ," Steedng , t ' Boot Manual Parts Bag i I I Parts Bag contents not shown full size @ @ , )Washers (2) [...]

Your newtractorhas been assembled at the factorywith 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQ[...]

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY • Lift hood to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BAI-I-ERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions). " .- .[...]

Weld Nut Fmrn._---_. _. - "-7 "_ Hook Points me Iop_/ _ Down Lock ¥ Weld Washer _'_'| Nut . ! • . h _,_ // /I , _ Latch LaTc ._ _,.U/ //I J _H k Was o, 7 J Loc.W ,her Mulcher .====_, _ Screw Washer Plate _ Deflector.__ Shleld_,_,,, _" --_._/,_/_ Latch '*_=__ Hooks j,, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor w[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'T-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED R N H L A'I-rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE A'T-rACHMENT KEEP AR[...]

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Light Choke Control Throttle Control Clutch/Brak[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta- cles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR You[...]

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height. • Grasp lift lever. • Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position. The cutting height range is approximate- ly 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heig[...]

• Remove oil till cap/dipstick and wipe clean, minsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHAR-r" in the[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mowershould be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See =TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the fight of the machine. [...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL ,. OATES REGULAR SERVICE D A T E$ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems t# # R Check for Loose Fasteners II_ 1_7 : A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4 i C Lubrication Chart ) O Check Battenj Level R Clean Battery and Terminals I1_ Check Transaxle Cooling If Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I_s Adjust Motion Drive [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safetyrules when per- formingany maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractorrequires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See[...]

• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. 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 TERMINA[...]

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleaner. • Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate. • Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat _ surface. If very dirty or[...]

_CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key =OFP and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • D[...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See =PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflat- ed, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the mi[...]

BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal Mandrel Pulley • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all bolt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right si[...]

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjust- ment is needed, proceed as follows: • Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). • Loosen two Iocknuts on tie red. •Tum center rod until gear[...]

"Pos=t=ve" (+) Negative ( ) REPLACING BATTERY _CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental groundin[...]

• Remove air cleaner cover, filter and car- tridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see =AIR FILTER" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). • Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se- curely. • Reassemble air cl[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor- ing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor fo[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks "but will not start CAUSE CORRECTION • Out of fuel. • Engine not =CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. • • Loose or damaged wiring. • • Carb[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. PROBLEM Engine clicks but will not start (cont'd) Loss of power Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with at- tachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven • Water in fuel. • [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING :HART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven (cant'd) Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass dis- charge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine =backfires" when tuming engine#OFP • Bent blade mandrel. • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around [...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BA'R'ERY RED AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH FUSE 30 AMP. ', © : O_,'-- • ........ J CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) BLACK (OPTIONAL) mACK I I I RED I WHITE I SEAT SWITCH - - -_- - - -, '1 (_T_ ^^---__c____,_=__), I_ I -I I- ( _ ....... _ ......... , ATPMEN[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 ELECTRICAL I I 24 41 26 ? I I i J /I / / /' 32[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Batter/12 VOLT 25 AMP 2 74760412 B_t Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 8 7603J Case Batter/ 10 145211 Bott, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mou_ 12 145769 Nut, Push Nyk_ Batter/Fro_ 1/4 16 1_664 Sw;tch, Intarinck Pus_ln 19 Sid551125 Washer Lode 1/4 2[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 P 58 12 14 11 4 37 23 54 14 34[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 160392 Chessis Assembly 2 140356 Drawbar 3 17490612 Screw, TI_ Rolt. 3/8-16 x 3/4 4 STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 5 155272 Bomper Hood, Oash 9 161917X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3_-16 x 3/4 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LPL 12 145660 C,p T_nnerman [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 GROUND DRIVE 57 84 ! 58 113 51 5 18 116 50 -149 r,-150 p_48 _1 _ i _ 150 +. 151 • 51 37 26 27 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ........ 2 146682 3 123666X 4" 12000028 5 121520X 6 17490512 8 154792 10 STD561210 11 105701X 13 74550412 14 BTD551125 18 STD523710 19 STD541437 21 106933X 22 130804 24 STD541237 25 106888X 26 STD551037 27 STD561210 28 145204 29 124236X[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 STEERING ASSEMBLY t t i_1 -- .... .o- p'---_s; O2 44 47 IS 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270770 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 2 154427 3 156483 4 157473 5 62S6H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 156438 11 STD551137 13 154779 t5 73901000 17 156546 18 57079 19 124035X 2O 126684X 22 71200410 23 127501 25 154406 26 126847X 27 136874 28 19131416 29 17490612 30 STD561210 32 1304[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 11 39 31 32 34 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENqT Spark Arrester 4O[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 23 25 26 27 29 31 38 37 39 162152 17720410 149723 144069 144068 138129 150176 145552 STD551125 STD522507 165287 13280336 13200300 Control, Throt Paddle 32 22 Screw, Hex'_d Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 42E707-[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 SEAT ASSEMBLY 21 KEY -PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 140122 2 140551 3 STD523710 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17490616 9 19131614 10 155925 11 120068X 12 121246X KEY PART NO. NO. Seat _, 13" 121248X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X [...]

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 6 9 19 22 2 13 11 5 KEY NO. 1 2 5 6 7 9 11 13 15 PART KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 156439 Decal, Fender Danger Sears 19 138047 165389 Decal, Engine 20 163203 163207 Decal, Fender 133644 Decal, Maintenance 22 149516 166799 Decal, Panel Dash 23 167180 163204 Decal, Hood/Fender - - 138311 156368 Decal, Fe[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 5 4 6 19 13 31 32 13 19 2O 15 44[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft Assembly,Lift 3 105767X Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Ruted 8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Uft, LH, 12 139866 Li[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 MOWER DECK _132 17 !_ 21 >21 5 4 6 21 27 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 4O 41 43 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 164961 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 56 122052X STD533107 Bolt 58 140086 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 59 14104[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 157 o -- 71B 11 150 13 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 772147 Transaxla Cover 41A 790079 2 780086A Needle Beadng _ 42 792073A 3 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792065A 4 776395 Countershaft 43 792075 5 776409 Output Shaft 44 790025 6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 45 78606o6 6A 778369[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 601 523 842 422 2_A 528 524 0 535 445 537 5O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 1358 GASKET SET J 51 61[...]

TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 653 615A 783 801 802 803 544 S92 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRA'rTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 5 8A__2 9 10A 244 3 881 5A IO 9 13 I 1019 LABEL KIT I 306A 53[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 1 497074 CylinderAssembly 52 270884 " Gasket, Intake Manifold 2 399265 Bushing MounUng 3 391086 * Seal, Oil 53 93970 Screw, Hex Head. 4 493304 Sump, Engine Carburetor to Manifold 5 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270770 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2631-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 227 491297 LeverAssembly, Governor 572 224816 Baffle, Air' Cylinder#2 229 62199 Washer 573 491304 Plate, Back 230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 592 92278 Nut, Hex. 235 22499[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "T -.-- .,,.,. I "" SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ol _D 15" MAX. I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- f ally to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extr[...]

Forthe 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 a domlcilio - 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 servicio de reparaci6n a do[...]