Craftsman 917.274031 manual

Owner's Manual LAWN TRACTOR 21.0 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.274031 I I_ This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions b[...]

Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Product Specifications ............................ 6 Assembty/Pre-Operation ........................ 8 Operation .............................................. 11 Maintenance Schedule ......................... 17 Maintenance ....[...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- !n.g objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent ac- cidental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place w[...]

DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even 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's reco[...]

• 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 Capacity and Type: Oil Type API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: 4.0 Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30(below 32°FI W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Champion QC12YC Spark Plug: (Gap: .040") Ground Speed Forward: MPH): 1st 1.2 2nd 1.6 3rd 2.4 4th 3.6 5th 4.6 6th 5.9 Reverse: 1.8 Tire Pressure: Front:[...]

']_ ower Leveling Wrench _Bubble Level Dr'ain T_ For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette (2) Keys 7[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before you begin. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the oper- ating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- els of carton. Remove end pa[...]

6. Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. 7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. 8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid. 9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set park- ing brake and place gearshift lever in[...]

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- flated 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 hous- ing should be properly[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R N H L I",1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF UGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HE[...]

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. Hourmeter Ignition Switch Switch Position Attachment Clutch Lever Lift Lever Plunger Throttl[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into 1 the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety I 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[...]

• The average lawn should be cut to approxi- mately 2-t/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 performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice, Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desire[...]

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGI[...]

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) 6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, imme- diately move the throttle control to the fast position. Engine warm-up may take from several seconds to several minutes (the colder the temperature, the longer t[...]

"SYOOCOMPLETE ,'/ RV'OEOA,ES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure _ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems If g Check for Loose Fasteners V' I_s V' CA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _ T Lubrication Chart I_ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminala V' Check Transaxle Cooling Check [...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires 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 ([...]

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 [...]

ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or ev[...]

& WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5. Make sure the blades and all mov[...]

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 underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT WITH BUBBLE LEVEL NOTE: If necessary, check side-to[...]

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut "E" on both front links an equal num- ber of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "F" agaidst trunnion on both fro[...]

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage _arking brake. For assistance, there is a eli installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.[...]

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT- TERY _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT- TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual[...]

ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-read engine repair establishment or individual•Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufactureCs service outlet. TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle cont[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture for will not be used for 30 days or more ............ to separation and formation of _CAUTION: Never store the tractor acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- with gasoline in the[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7 8. 9. Hard to =_tart Engine will not turn ow_r Engine clicks but will not start CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE ;ORRECTION 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. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" CAUSE 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower [...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 AMMETER (OPTIONAL) RED BATTERY FUSE ...... ) G, WHITE BLACK I I ___1 CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) RED SOLENOID I p STARTER BJ_K I ..... J ELECTRIC CLUTCH D I .... J PTO (DISENGAGED) B_CK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) 7tll_l II -- ...... ---- 1#-ii GROUNDING • SPARK PLUGS FUEL ', _ GAP = I ON TWIN CYL. [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,274031 ELECTRICAL 41 22 40 26 8O r t I II I I I 11 I "--j 1 i]_ _¸ 8-- 25 16 I I I I I I I I // i I // J / I 32[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144927 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 10 14521 t Bolt, Battery, Fronl 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 Holddown, Battery, Front 12 145769 Nut, Push, Nylon, Battery, Front 1/4 16 176138 Switch, Interlock 21 175688 Harness, Light 22 4152J Bulb Light[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 11 60 58 54 278 2O6 chassis-stealth.stlL21 209 74 2O9 34[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 2 176554 9 187934X428 10 72140608 11 167203 13 188702X010 14 17490608 17 175260X428 20 162026 26 STD541437 28 174515X428 29 161840 30 188572X428 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 54 161464 58 175351 59 187495 60 STD533707 64 174997 74 STD541437 90 124346X[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 GROUND DRIVE 1oo 52 ddve-fender, stlL44 36[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Transaxle Dana Model D4360-180 55 105709X (See Breakdown) 56 17060620 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 57 160855 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 59 169691 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 61 17120614 5 121520X Strap, Torque 62 123533X 6 17000512 Screw 5/1[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 STEERING ,_ -'F-----68 72 ! ...... -l.___, t 41 _'-"_ 42 I 3,----_o_.t-_3, / I 29 17 IS 67 67 steedng_ste alth_orem 7 38[...]

STEERING TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 2 184706 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266H 6 121748X 8 12000029 !0 175121 11 STD551137 12 73940800 13 136518 15 145212 17 177883 29 17000612 32 171888 34 10040500 35 73540500 36 155105 37 152927 38 159946X428 40 73540600 41 159945 42 163888X428 43 121749X 46 184946)(505 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 ENGINE 14 38 13 32 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs intek-twin_39 4O[...]

ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 175437X505 Control Throttle 2 191611 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex 3 Engine, Briggs Model 407577-0284-E1 (See Breakdown) 4 149723 Muffler 5 159955 Exhaust Tube LH 6 160589 Exhaust Tube RH 8 171877 Bolt 5/19-18 uric x 314 w/sems 10 162797 Shield Browing 13 165391 Muffler Gask[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 SEAT ASSEMBLY seaLIt.knob_14 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 192919 Seat 13 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 14 3 STD523710 Bolt Rn Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 15 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Ga, 16 5 145006 Clip Push-In 17 6 STD541437 Nut Hex w/Ins, 3/8-16 unc 18 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 21 [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 DECALS 18 11 16 3 13 21 4 11 21 10 24 20 2 7 15 6 26 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 187407 2 138047 3 192963 4 192964 5 160396 6 146046 7 179128 9 193123 10 156439 11 192966 12 172331 13 133644 15 187408 DESCRIPTION Reflector, LH Decal, Battery, Diehard, Sears Decal, Hood RH Decal, Hood LH Decal, Deck BCH 42" Decal, V-B[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 41 40 13 4 6 11 12 i 19 I 13 32 _ 19 13 _ 31 32 13 3 6 / 1 5 4 • _,_ lS,_.rh.lpc.st,_ 9 44[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 179504 Plunger Assembly 2 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 188822 Pin, Groove 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 6 120183X Bearing, Nylon 7 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 11 139865 Link, Lift, LH. 12 139866 Link, Lift, R.H. 13 STD624008 Retainer Spring 15[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 MOWER DECK 117 16 21 28 "" 29 27 14 5 149 19F 21 18 42_D.elec.t-path.adjwLstft 3 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 182032X613 2 STD533107 3 138017 4 165460 5 STD624008 6 178024 8 650857 9 STD551137 10 140296 11 134149 139775 138971 13 137645 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 4O 44 45 46 54 55 56 59 61 67 68 128774 110485X 174493 7[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 DANATRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-180 27 36 20 21 53 38 22 31 32 25 59 16 47 48 59 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 DANA TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-180 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 190972 Housing, Upper 41 105928X 2 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 x 42 190986 .734 43 134394* 3 !90973 Ball, Detent 44 120473X 4 190974 Spring, Detent 45 142678 5 190975 Screw, Tapping, No. 10-24 46 143697 x .482 47 1[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407577,TYPE NUMBER 0284-E1 213_ 216 _- 188A I _13,?.9 REPLACEMENT ENGINE_ 445 3O5 I 1019 LABEL KIT I 304 [ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL ] I lo_ EMisSION LABEL I 447A 51A_ 212 1_7 _ 89 0 5O[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407577,TYPE NUMBER 0284-E1 1029 1100 1022 1022 798 1022 211 209 _ t 14 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT lOG O 104 _ 633 • 987 • 276 O 51A 51B 877 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 51A _ 552A 8 742 6G2A 691 • lO5 O OlA 51B _ 1127@ 276 Ct 51[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407577,TYPE NUMBER 0284-E1 52[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407577, TYPE NUMBER 0284-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 1 699751 Cylinder Assembly 117 698784 2 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seat (Magneto Side) 118 699820 3 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 121 699814 4 699747 Sump-Engine 122 699802 5 693998 Head*Cyl[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.274031 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407577,TYPE NUMBER 0284-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 383 19374 Wrench-Spark Plug 842 691031 • SeaI-Dipstick.f'rube 385 691108 Screw (Fuel Pump) 847 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 387 808656 Pump-Fuel 851 493880 Terminal-Spark Plug 404[...]

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ol O1 1. Fold this page along doffed 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 slop[...]

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