Craftsman 917.27182 manual

Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN'I 19.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.271820 • 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 end understand this Owner&ap[...]

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 thro.wing, objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in senous injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, undemtand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who ar[...]

III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adutt. • Be alert and tu[...]

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly. • Do not turn o[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR OILTYPE SAE 30 API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR Jt9LM VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006" ADJUSTMENT EXHAUST: .007"-.009 _ GROUND FORWARD: 5.5 SPEED (MPH): REVERSE: 2.4 TIRE FRON[...]

Steerin( Wheel Swt_l:rePg l Adapter Steering Sleeve I teering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1)Large Flat Washer Wheel Inse_ © (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Lock washer 3/8 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette _ Slope Shee (1) Oil DrainTube For Future Use 7[...]

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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set wi[...]

INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and sat 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 bolt is positioned[...]

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leve[...]

t#CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR N EW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVlEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,I All assembly instructions have been completed. ,,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,z Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at[...]

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 ENG,NEON ENG,NEOFF O'LFRESSURE L,G.TSON O%_MF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKEO N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PAR[...]

KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch _t Switch Ammeter Lever Choke Control Plunger Throttle [...]

( HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to Seave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. 2. Place parking brake lev[...]

These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting p[...]

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHME[...]

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above) 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does no[...]

MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be properlyleveled for best mowingperformance. See "1"O 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 dght of the t[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN OATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation _ check _r _ence and inled_k Systems Lu_k:atlon Chart Check Batlery Level Clean Battmy ar_ Temdneis CheCk Transaxle Co_ing Adjust BledeBeltls) Tension Adjust Motion DriveBeltls) Tenslo_ Check Engine Og Level ChangeEngine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Ak"Scree[...]

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, (_ee "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ([...]

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 Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Remove terminal guard. 2. Disconnect B[...]

Oil Drain Valve Closed and Locked/ Poslion_.:: Cap "_ Drain Tube 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 COOUNG FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent e[...]

CLEANING i Clean engine, batten/, 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 keep wate[...]

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

Mandrel Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable 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. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal a[...]

MotionControl Neutral Lock Gate ,ever Adjustment Bolt TRANSMISSION REMOVAl/REPLACE- MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT if ste[...]

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. Remove terminal guard. 3. Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. 4. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. 5. Reinstall terminal guard. 6.[...]

3. 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 securely. 4 Reassemble air cleaner. Clamp Quartor Choke Clos_ Casing _*=_i_i TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor ad[...]

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. _l_ 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 storing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for w[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment 10.Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Di[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE ;ORRECTION :PROBLEM Loss_power _ontinued) Excessive vibration Enginecontlnues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty f[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressur_ 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves an_ trash under mower. 8. Mower drive belt worn. 9. Blades improperly installed. 10. Improper blades used. 11 .C[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNmON SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE- OFF M+G+A1 NONE START B÷S÷A1 NONE RUN_.IGHT B+AI A2+L RUN B-_AI NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, [...]

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ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON 1 2 8 lO 11 12 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 3o 33 40 41 42 43 45 52 55 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, 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 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 P 12 204 11 74 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 169830 Chassis 2 169061 3 17060612 S_rew 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hoo_Dnsh 9 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bott, Carrlege 3/8-16xl 11 155g_7 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip Tthnsrman Grllle P/L 13 172107X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17 144963X558 HoodAssembly 18 1269[...]

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO. DE$CRtPTION t ...... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71170764 BOll Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 6 Hydro Gr 314.0510 65 _/D551143 Washer 8 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 66 154779 Keaper Belt Engine Hydro 10 $313561210 pincher 1/SxlCAD 70 134683 GoldeBeltRHEt',g_n[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 STEERING ASSEMBLY _l_l _ d': 40[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 139768 Stsedng Wheel 2 154427 Front Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 16983_ Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Beadag, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, KIIp 9 336[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 31 39 2 1_ IP 14 38 32 33 33 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 13 _10 i 12 42[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 KEY PAITT NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 23 25 26 27 29 31 32 33 34 37 38 39 45 81 t7(_47 Control Throt Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ....... Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model No. 461707-0145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Ext_ust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. [...]

TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 sEAT AssEMBLY KEY pART NO. NO. DEECR|PT|ON 2 140551 _-_ F_n Hex 3/8-16ur_ X I 71110616 _i 3 t9131610 Washer 13_2 X 3_4 X 10 GS STD541437 r_u_ r_°_.. ="_". C._=,_ 2 250 BIk ZI 6 91X Spdng _e-L P-' 7 1241 ^. *= X 1,5 SMGML 7 16 Screw _w-. _. 8 I 0006 .., -=--- 13/32X1X 14Ge, 9 19131614 __a_[...]

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 2 7 2 4 14 20 22 14 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156439 2 177253 3 171696 4 171697 5 176681 6 133644 7 171809 9 1632O4 11 156811 13 146046 14 177265 DESCRIPTION Deca_ Fender Danger Sears Decal Hood Side Decal Hood Rh Cn_ftsm_n Decal Hood Lh Craftsman Decal Engine H/P Decal Malnt Customer Sears Dom Decal Replace[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 LIFT ASSEMBLY 2O 15 15 46[...]

TRACTOR . - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION I 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 2O 31 32 159460 Lilt Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 1G5767X Pin Groove 12O02O(_ ERIng 19Ql1621 Washar 21/32 x 1 x21 Ga. 120183X Beadng Ny/ong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 12_365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Unk Asm Lift L[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 MOWER DECK 158 157 _ _,_ 67 183 1_ s 159_ 34 144 45 14S 21 22 18 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892 Mower Hous;ng 59 141043 2 STt3533107 Bolt 67 149846 3 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144859 Front 92 STD541437 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 101 136420 5 S_4008 RetahlerSpdng 102 71081010 6 13(J832 Arm, Buspenston, Rear 10[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 3140510 50[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271820 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 "_70351 Ma_n HousiP_, Assembly 59 170408 Rotor, Brake 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 3 173253 Center Section, Assembly 61 142881 Puck Rate 4 170354 Swashptate,TRmton Maol'_ed [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 1125 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 220 _ 1132 _ 741_ 1de I_ 19 G 634 e 552A 552 4040 2911_ 1 1019LABEL KIT I 1 lO. OWNER'S MANUAL ] lit REO_JIRE$S_CIAL 1OOLS 15 _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRA'rTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 51 _ 447 Ik, _ 304 725 _ 240 _ 7 573NN__ _ J I 432_ 392_)104_. 102 258 _ _ 222 1138 11 6 445 101 73 'k REQUIRES SPEC AL TOOLS 971 I' 934 _' 70 391 102@ [ 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION J 53[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271520 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 697 3o91 5101 513 783 1051 _' y 803 544 802 797 801 358 GASKET SET 634 1770 51A_ 163_ 90569 _ 54[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MOOEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRtPTtON NO. NO, OESCRIPTION 1 498583 Cylinder Assembly 95 690716 Screw (Thrott_ Valve) 2 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 97 693485 Sheft-Throte 3 391086 * Seal-Oil 98 807923 Kit-Idle Speed 4 493304 Sump.Engins 102 693509[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271820 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707,TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 307 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut Starter Terminal) 309 497596 Motor-Starter 801 394860 Cap-Drve 310 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 802 497607 Cap-End 311 497608 Brush Set 80[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ut QD ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 6 Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 °) never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent Upping or loss of control. Exercise extreme | caution when changing direction on slopes. I[...]

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