Craftsman 917.271815 manual

Owner's Manual CRAFTSMIIH°I 9.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.271815 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner[...]

Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications .......................... 6 Assembly .............................................. 8 Operation ............................................ 12 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19 Maintenance .......[...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _Look for this symbol to point out " important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONH! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETYIS INVOLVED. _lb CAUTION: In order to prevent[...]

SAFETY RULES DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Follow the manufacturer&[...]

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or i[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE ;_ _iI _ ,_ONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM (GAP: .030") OR J19LM GROUND SPEED FORWARD: (MPH): 1 sT 1.2 2 N° 1.5 3 R° 2.4 4 TM 3.5 5 TM 4.8 6 TM 5.3 REVERSE: 1.5 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 P[...]

Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x O (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 _ Steering Wheel , Adapter L Boot Steering Extension Shaft © Seat Keys (2) Keys (1) Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Slope Sheet Video Cassette (1) Oil Drain Tube 7[...]

unassembled for shipping purposes. [o 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 REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench s[...]

.... ,a e, INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. 2. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts a[...]

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. 4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. _CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from[...]

o/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 review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 [...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. I- _1 BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCKED MOWER LIFT N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PAR[...]

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. Attachment Light Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Ammeter Switch Choke Control Lift Lever Plunge[...]

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 any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PA[...]

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 approxi- • mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These [...]

TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is clos[...]

TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. 1. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. 2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Move attachment clutch to "DIS[...]

MOWING TIPS • Mower should 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 right of the mac[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___ ._-_y F,LL ,. OATES AS YOU COMPLETE ._'__._f ...... REGULAR SERVICE _'__: J_.4_-_" S E R V i C E DATES II _/// ::kk Check Operator Presence end T Interlock Systems V' g Check for Loose Fasteners _ 9##'s V' A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i3 T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level g Clean Batte[...]

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

BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- ever, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • 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 [...]

CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide covers must be removed. Remo[...]

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- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to kee[...]

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

BELT INSTALLATION - 4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 6. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Mandrel Idler Pulleys Pulley _ Mandrel _"_ _ _---J Pulley --_,,t i_77 TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust- able brake system[...]

Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate Adjustment Bolt TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber a[...]

REPLACING BATTERY _CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals 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 grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. [...]

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as de- scribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: 1. With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. 2. Remove air cleaner cover, fil[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. /kCAUTION: 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 storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for win[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start . 2. . . 5. 6. 7 . 9. CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. 3. Bad spark plug. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Water in fuel• 7, Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Carburetor [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. PROBLEM Lossofpower Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with with attachment clutch en[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 12. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loo[...]

SC|ILIVIA I-IC TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 RED ;tlll BATTERY BtJ_CK // AED AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE )G All IGNITION SWITCH FUSE : © : C_,'-- _LUTCR/RRAZE (PEDAL UP) BLACK BLACK (OPTIONAL) BLACK -- 1 _: L_E-L _ SOLENOID RED _p_ STARTER BI_CK WHITE SEAT SWITCH ........ I (NOT OCCUPIED) B_CK (CLUTCH OFF) G OUO NG A SPARK (_ IGNITION _ PL[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL N U MB ER 917.271815 22 [ _ I I I I I I I 26 29 I i I i I i I / I I I I I 16 t t / 34[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MB ER 917.271815 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 8 7603J Case Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In 21 175688 Harness Lig[...]

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 58 28 12 31 207 53 207 55 6O 74 3 37 _3 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 2 176554 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X013 10 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 172107X010 14 17490608 17 144983X558 18 126938X 2O 156437 23 124028X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 178987X558 29 155217X599 30 175692X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 51 7380[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 GROUND DRIVE 26 27 38[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883R Peerless 206-545C 63 175410 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 64 71170764 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 65 STD551143 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 66 154778 5 121520X Strap, Torque 70 134683 6 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 74 13[...]

STEERING TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 / ",'--. 2.- ='- :'. -" _----- 41 i _- , 44 51 54 H °' 43---_ . 71 / J" / J , /' 32 u ,,2 / _ 4 _,, _. . A.,_" 43 ,o ,/, ,, ii o 4O[...]

STEERING TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271815 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 2 175131 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R 10 175121 11 STD551137 13 136518 15 145212 17 177876 26 126847X 28 19131416 29 17060612 30 STD561210 32 130465 36 155099 37 152927 38 139769 39 19133812 40 STD541537 41 100711L 42 145054 X428 [...]

ENGINE TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 2_ 14 '_'_"'_ 26 38 ,, 27 39 _ 33 23 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 42[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170547 2 17720408 3 4 149723 5 144069 6 144068 7 138129 8 171877 10 145552 11 STD551125 12 STD522507 13 165287 14 148456 16 STD551237 17 17060624 23 169837 25 145996 26 73920600 27 152927 29 137180 31 157103 32 161696 33 123487X 34 106082X 37 8543R 38 148315 39 109227X 45 1700[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 SEAT ASSEMBLY 12 5 11 I I I I I i 5 21 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PART NO. 180597 180166 71110616 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 180186 166369 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washe[...]

DECALS TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 6 8 7 11 5 7 m 15 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 176681 3 171696 4 171697 5 177253 6 133644 7 177265 8 171808 9 163204 11 156368 DESCRIPTION Decal, Fender Danger Sears Decal, Engine Decal, Hood, R.H. Decal, Hood, L.H. Decal, Hood Side Decal, Maintenance Decal, Lower Dash Decal, Rplcmnt Decal, Fender, Craft[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 LIFT ASSEMBLY 19 13 5 6 19 13 1 6 20 _,_ 161718 20 46[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 105767X Pin, Gf'oove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 11 139865 Link, Lift, LH. 12 1[...]

MOWER DECK TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 46 44_52 55, i 34 5 1 118 6 19F 21 2 16 21 27 48[...]

MOWER DECK TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271815 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 165892 2 STD533107 3 138017 4 165460 5 STD624008 6 130832 8 850857 9 STD551137 10 140296 11 134149 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485X 16 174493 18 7214O505 19 132827 20 159770 21 STD541431 22 134753 23 131267 24 105304X 25 123713X 26 110452X 27 130968X428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 157722 [...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 35A 6/ 8 7O 8A 157 # 47 O_-71B 8 B3 11 NUMBERS HERE 44 157 42A 29 35 50[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 772147 Transaxle Cover 39 786026 2 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 40 792076A 3 770128 Transaxle Case 4 776395 Countershaft 41A 790079 5 776409 Output Shaft 42 792073A 6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 42A 792085A 6A 778369 Spur[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1 643( 297_ 3341 3331_ 267 _ 53[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1 697_ 3091 7831 1051_ y 803 544 513 10901 802_, 797A" 797_ 801 7261 165_ C? 695 I 1036 LABEL-EMISSION I 73_ 332_ 934_ 75_ 1006 _ 1005_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 51_ 691:240 842_:_ 51A_ 12A_ 7_ 3@ 20® 54[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271815 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 498583 399265 3 391086 4 493304 5 493457 5A 493458 7 271867 7A 271868 8 495754 9 27803 10 690334 11 691899 12 692292 t2 271188 12 271189 12A 692287 13 691651 15 690946 16 690636 18 4[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal) 391 693487 Body-Fuel Pump 801 691967 Cap-Drive 392 693491 (a+ Spring-Pump Diaphragm 802 497607 Cap-End 394 693489 Q+ Diaphra[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of t[...]

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