Craftsman CRAFTSMAN 917.27268 manual

Owner's Manual IC..FTSMeWl LAWN TRACTOR 17.5 HI:', 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.272680 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 Ru[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 AssemblyP re-Operation ........................ 8 Operation ............................................. 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Sch[...]

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire 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 1.25 Gallons Capacity Unleaded and Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F) API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC GAP: .030") Ground Speed Forward: 5.2 (MPH): Reverse: 2.7 Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 12 PSI Charging 3 Amps Battery System: 5 Amps Headlig[...]

Steering Wheel Insert (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Steering Wheel (1) Locknut 1/4-28 =_ Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 ii v Steering Extension Shaft (_Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys Video Cassette 7[...]

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. TO[...]

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- semble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal al[...]

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. Deflector Shield Mulcher Plate Latch Hooks CA[...]

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

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 Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Light Switch Lift Lever Ammeter .... ~-.. Plunger Th[...]

1 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 J or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety_ mask worn over spectacles. J HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR[...]

TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. 1. Select desired height of cut. 2. Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control. TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachm[...]

ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti- ties that can be used within 30 days to assure fu[...]

PURGE TRANSMISSION _i, CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and per- formance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans- mission which may have developed during shi[...]

MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodeg[...]

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_ ,_-_ ,_,_ _ d_. ,_ AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _'__'_" S E R VlCe DATES / Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems a Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level a Clean Battery and Terminals Check Trans[...]

TRACTOR Alwaysobserve safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual). TIRES 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat w[...]

• 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 TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. [...]

AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards en[...]

Fuel Filter 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 auto- motive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis- sion are covered to [...]

TO INSTALL MOWER 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec- tor shield to right side of tractor. 3. Lower lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs. 5. Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. [...]

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT IN[...]

2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual[...]

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY ,_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[...]

_°e_ddlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST THRO[...]

ACCELERATION TEST - 4. Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture valve out (coun- terclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust or damage may result. IMPORTANT: Never tamper w[...]

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. _,WARNING: 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[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Hard to start 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Engine will not 1. turn over 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Engine clicks but 1. will not start 2. 3. 4. Loss of power 1. 2. CAUSE Out of fuel. 1. Engine not "CHOKED" 2. p[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power (continued) Excessive vibration Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Mower blades will not rotate CAUSE CORRECTION 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4.[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. not rotate (con't) 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Contact aSears or other qualified service center. 1. Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge Headlight(s)[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 SCHEMATIC ÷ oEo IIIG oLAoK BATTERY RED AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE jJ IGNITION SWITCH IF FUSE I i@, i I CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) °LACK °LACK SOLENOID RED STARTER BLACK WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) i I i ' i I i I BLACK OL,OK (CLUTC";_'i'" ] GROUNDING CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) ___ SPARK • [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 ELECTRICAL 22 42 41 I I I I I I . I I { 26 25 _45 I t 27 16 52 29 28 I I I I l I [i 11 I ! 34[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery Fender 16 176138 Switch, Interlock 21 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 4152J Bulb Light #1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 26 175158 Fuse 2[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 39 166 208 2O 208 chassis-Laser -It.stlt 27 36[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. 1 174619 2 176554 3 17060612 5 155272 9 168337X013 10 STD533710 11 174996 13 172105X010 14 17490608 17 185682X558 18 184921 26 STD541437 28 175049 29 174332X599 30 174738X558 31 139976 37 17490508 38 175710 39 174714 60 72140606 64 154798 74 73680600 142 175702 143 154966 1[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 GROUND DRIVE 16 3_ 52 .103 36 36 • 53 38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Transmission (See Breakdown) 73 169182 Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 74 137057 8 165866 Rod, Shift 75 121749X 10 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 76 12000001 14 STD551125 Washer Lock 1/4 77 123583X 15 74490544 Bolt Hex PIghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5 78 121748[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 STEERING ASSEMBLY - _39 J 47 43 J / 8 4O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 Steering Wheel 2 175131 Axle Assembly 3 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 4 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, 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, Klip 9 3366R B[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 ENGINE !' _ 3 72 31 "33 37 14 13 4 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 J J 42[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 170545 17720408 4 137352 13 165291 14 148456 16 STD551237 23 169837 29 137180 31 184900 32 140527 33 123487X 37 137040 38 181654 40 124028X 44 17670412 45 17000612 46 19091416 72 183906 78 17060620 81 73510400 Control Throt/Ch Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 xl/2 Engine (See Bre[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 SEAT ASSEMBLY _ 6 22 21 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 140122 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 182493 11 166369 12 121246X KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 13 121248X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 DECALS 13 6 3 7 7 X 2 13 10 4 20 11 15 14 12 16 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156811 2 186801 3 184728 4 184729 5 179128 6 133644 7 184730 9 184899 10 156439 11 138047 12 146046 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Decal Oper. Instr. Decal Hood Replacement Decal Hood, R.H+ Decal Hood, L.H+ Decal Deck "B" 42&qu[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 5 13 2 3 6 5 19 13 31 32 13 19 15 20 46[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga. 6 120183X Bearing Nylong 7 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H. 12 139866[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 MOWER DECK 68 34 106/_ 102 103 105 103_ /F J / / 1011_ "104 106 102/'_' _130 16 21 23 24 . I 28 29 _ 27 5 6 42 D man4-Dath stir 3. 21 13_ 10_ 9_ 18 , 11 48[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 139888 2 STD533107 Bolt 53 184907 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 54 178515 Front 55 155046 4 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 56 165723 5 STD624008 Retainer Spring 59 141043 6 178024 Bar Sway Deck 67 1[...]

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 60 142883 Brake Puck 2 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 61 142882 Puck Plate 3 170353 Center Section, Assembly 62 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 63 170[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 2_ 27 434 3o7_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 868_ 12 943 o 20 @ 8170 1022 51 691 (_ 524_ 8420 24 741@ 127o 8_6_1_ 584_ 9_ 1264_ 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL [ 1036 EMISSION LABEL I 150 24 31 C707-0230-E 1 52[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 238 <3 35 1022 914 1022 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 617 {_ 1022 868 5240 616 4°4_14R [_5o5_ 5_ _ 1_8_ 216_ 202///_ 222 d_>_, / _ 2090W _65# 267 _ 334 o51_'_1 7o9_ 31C707J0230-E 1 53[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 231 127G 137 276_D 95e_ 1091 ] 947_ 634A_ ) _L 118 601 240 1266A 93_ 95 _' 121 CARBURE_R OVERHA_ET 104 _ 1270 231'_ 105 [_ 137_, 276@ 634 _._ 106 _ 142 617_'U 117_ 987(_ 1266A_ 977CARBUREK_RGASKETSET 137(_ 276@ 54[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A 643 968 801 803_ 310_ 311 579 _ _ 503_ 462 802 @ 8o_A 544A 513_ _o3,, 3,oi 10__ 1A 31 NOTE: For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309. 3o_ 729 697 _ 74_ 75@ 1070 1005 _ 1044_ 1051_ 363#_ _ 783_ j 55[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 697174 Cylinder Assembly 118 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 2 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 121 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul Side) _ . 125 697190 Carburetor 3 391086 • Seal-Oil [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272680 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 383 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 851 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug 404 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 868 690968 °+ Seal-Valve 431 697122 Elbow-Intake 876 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring 445 698083 Fil[...]

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ¢.o _IL ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes, 1. Fold this p[...]

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