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Craftsman 917.270742 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270742 Owner's Manual

17.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
17=0 HP
ELECTRmC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMA
C
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270742
o Safety
o Assembly
oOperation
Maintenance
o Repair Parts
This product
has alow
emission
engine
which
operates
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before
you startthe
engine,
read and understand
this Owner's
Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers
to your questions
about this product, Call:
1=800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www,
sears,com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1=800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears,com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge.. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    IMPORTANT: T his cuttingmachineis capableof amputatinghands and feet and throwingobjects,Failureto observethe followingsafetyinstructionscould result in serious injury or death_ GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION = Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions in the manual and on the control and tipover accidents, which can re-...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed !11.CHILDREN area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alert to the presence of children_ attachment bolts, tight and keep Children are often attracted to the equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 o Use slow speed,Choosea low gear CAUTION: Tow only the attachments so that you wilt not haveto stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer ° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
  • Page 6 REPAIR AGREEM PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product,. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details. ANDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OIL TYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lock (1) Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt washer 3/8 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-I6 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Steering Extension Shaft Boot Steering Wheel Adapter Seat l) Washer 7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 _) Shoulder olt 5/16-18 Gauge...
  • Page 8 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...
  • Page 9 TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Label Operation section for location Seat Pan function of controls) ° Press lift lever plunger and raise Terminal attachment lift lever to its highest Battery Door position. o Release parking brake by depressing Terminal clutch/brake pedal.

  • Page 10: Check Brake

    INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM (if previously removed) After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that tile brake is • Raise and hold deflector shield properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position, BRAKE" in the Sewice and Adjustments •...
  • Page 11 Thesesymbolsmay appearon your tractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product, Learn and understandtheir meaning. FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD WARNING Qt k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OiL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON LIG HT OVER TEMP PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED c®) I...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lever ",_ Lift Ammeter...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor 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 adjustments or repairs° We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety...
  • Page 14 o The averagelawn should be cut to Attachment Attachemnt approximately2-1/2 inches during the Clutch Lift Lever cool season and to over 3 inches High "Engaged" ;" Position Position during hot months..For healthierand better lookinglawns,mow often and after moderategrowth° Position o Forbest cuttingperformance,grass "Disengaged_..
  • Page 15 ADD GASOLINE ,, Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce vaive life). Do not mix oil with gasoline° Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh- ness_...
  • Page 16 ° Insert key into ignition and turn key To ensure proper operation and perfor- clockwise to "START" position mance, it is recommended that the release key as soon as engine starts_ transmission be purged before operating Do not run starter continuously tractor for the first time.
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWiNGTIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, Mower should be properly leveled keep mower housing free of built-up best mowing performance. See '%0 grass and trash,. Clean after each use LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the o The special mulching blade will recut Service and Adjustments...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /_.._o___ " FILL IN DATES /___ COMPLETE /_.._._!_.4"_/_'_O%_ '_p" REGULAR SERVICE /_._-_YSERVICE DATES i1,11 Iv" V" Check Brake Operalien Check Tire Pressure $/" Check Operalor Presence Inledoek Systems V" Check for Loose Fasie'ner_s V" V" ..Mew'orBlades ..V'4 ....
  • Page 19 IMPORTANT: T oensure properassem- TRACTOR bly, centerhole in blademust alignwith Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen star on mandrelassembly° performingany maintenance.. o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washerin exact orderas shown, If tractorrequiresmorethan six (6) feet ,, Tightenbolt securely(27-35 Ft. Lbs. stoppingdistanceat high speed in torque) highestgear,then brakemustbe...
  • Page 20 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory "Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required system which is sufficient for normal use,, the life of the transaxle. Should However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing,...
  • Page 21 • If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- o Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick cleaner. checking level Be sure dipstick cap is o Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. tightened securely for accurate ° Reinstall cover and secure with reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on knob(s).
  • Page 22 • Keep finishedsurfacesand wheels free of all gasoline,oil, etc. • Protectpaintedsurfaceswith automo- tive type wax_ We do not recommendusing a garden hoseto clean your tractorunlessthe CLEANING electrical system, muffler, air filter and ° Clean engine,battery,seat,finish,etc. carburetor are covered to keep water out° of all foreign matter.
  • Page 23 o If links are not equal in length, adjust TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" on level ground or driveway.

  • Page 24: Belt Installation

    BELTINSTALLATION - With Parking Brake "Engaged" o Installnewbelt in reverseorderof "A" removal o Makesure belt is in all pulley grooves and insideall belt guides. • Installmowerin reverseorderof removal instructions. Mandrel PulIE IdlerPulle 3erating Do Not touch this nut, If further brake adjustment is necessary contact your nearest authorized service center/department TO REPLACE...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST STEERINGWHEEL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ ALIGNMENT REPLACEMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not Should your transmission require horizontal (left to right) when wheels removal for service or replacement, positioned straight forward, remove should be purged after reinstallation steering wheel and reassemble before operating the tractor.
  • Page 26 REPLACING BATTERY TO START ENGINEWITH AWEAK BATTERY _,CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any _,CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries other object to contact both terminals generate explosive gases° Keep sparks, the same time° Before connecting battery, flame and smoking materials away from remove...
  • Page 27 ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Maintenance, repair, or replacement • Raise hood. the emission control devices ,, Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the systems, which are being done at the backside of the grill. customers expense, may be performed o Replace bulb in holder and push...
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR o Move throttle control lever from slow to NOTE: The carburetor on this engine fast position. If engine hesitates !ow emission it is equipped with an idle dies, turn idle mixture valve out fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, (counterclockwise)
  • Page 29 Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor blended fuels 9called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Fill fuel tank. Out of fuel. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. Wait several minutes before 34 Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plugo Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power ..I, Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/-' fast,, reduce speed_ Adjust throttle control, 2, Throttle in "CHOKE" position° 3, Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower,, housing, Clean/replace...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Remove obstruction. 1. Obstruction in clutch Mower blades will mechanism. not rotate 2. Wornldamaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. 4_ Frozen blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. Place throttle control Poor grass 1o Engine...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 SCHEMATIC BATTERY 07,._ FUSE STARTER _[ACX I (OPTIO_) w,rr_ SOLENOID CLUTCH 1 BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SEAT SWITCH SWITCH _(_- (NOT OCCUPIED) 0LAC_ 8LACK CONNECTOR V _"I.,,, METERV SPARK (OPTIONAL) 1 ..PLUG F-_',. IGNITION UNIT (2 PLUGS ON -FWIN CYL.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,27074-2 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head t/4-20 unc x 3/4 156417 Case, Batlery Mech Hinge 153664 Switch, Ignition 166182 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J) 4152J Bulb, Light 4799J Cable, Ballery, 6 Gauge, Red, 11" 146147 Cable, Battery, 6 Gauge, Red, W/t6 Wire 166180...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9"I 7,270742 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2707"42 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis Stamping 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8q6 x 3/4 t55272 Bumper Hoed/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H,, 145660 ClipTinnerman Grille PiL 172107X010 Panel, Dash, R,H,.
  • Page 38 TBACTOI_ ""_ODEL NumBER 9_7.270742 GBOUND DB|VF--...

  • Page 39: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 9I 7.270742 GROUND DRIVE PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD55 ! 143 Keeper Bell Engine Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 154778 Keeper Bell Engine 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 134683 Strap Torque Lh Hydro STD5612!0 Pin Cotler I/8 x 1 CAD 169183...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 STEERING ASSEMBLY t"...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, Loll 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H_ 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-t/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - .-MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 162157 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutling 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs ModelNo.31 I707-0132-E3 137352 Muffler Gasket Kohler 165291 13280324 Nipple, Pipe 3t8 NPT x 3 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237 Washer...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 SEATASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat t21248X Bushing, Snap 140551 72050412 Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt, Carriage 1/4_20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split 28 x .88 19131510 12t250X Washer I3/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Spdng 145006 123976X...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 165800X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 166887 Decal, Deck EZ3 165799X428 Decal By Pass LT Hydro 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 169210 Owner's Manual, English 156439 Decal, Fender Dange_ 174878 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 174879 Owner's Manual, Spanish...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.270742 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION I59460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift !05767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon t25631X Grip, Handle, Fluted t22365X Button, PIunger, Red 139865 Link, Lift, L,,H, 139866...

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270742 MOWER DECK 40 -""(_..,.. 37 ..-- 1 45 105( 102''_ 21 22...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270742 MOWER DECK PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Knob Custom Oval Mower Deck Assembly, 42 '_ 149846 STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, STD541437 Front 136420 Mulcher Cover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 71081010 Screw STD624008...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE-- MODELNUMBER314-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUIVIBER9'17.270742 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE-- MODEL NUMBER314-05'10 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 169898 Block -Assembfy 170410...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO.311707,TYPENO.0132-E3 1022 914_ 1034 32_. 306_ 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR 1022 INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1019 LABEL KIT 968_ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 311707, TYPE NO. 0132-E3 404 @ I4 =" _ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. 404@ SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 634___j 95 _633A (_ 692 _ 93__ 127,_ _ 276 @ LMTtCARBURETOR PART NUMBER 186 (.(_ LOCATIONS...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 311707, TYPE NO. 0132-E3 797A 1005 969A 23A _ 74 _ t I044 267 _ 1051 C'. 783A 695_ ',__N_, ,_,, "_#_;_"_ " 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 311707, TYPE NO. 0132-E3 130A 633A 117A '_#_ 137A_ I_'_1 276A @ 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 276A 95A _ 117A 104A,_ 127A0 105A 231A 137A O 977A CARBURETOR GASKET 137A 276A@...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO. 311707, TYPE NO. 0132-E3 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 890156 Cylinder Assembty 690464 Valve-Choke (Manual Choke) 399265 Bushing/Seal 108A 692344 Valve-Choke (Choke A Matic) 391086 Seat_Oil I08B6954t9 Choke Valve 494238 Sump-Engine 692408...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270742 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NO.311707,TYPE NO.0132-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693551 Motor-Starter (For Steel Ring 783B 693058 Gear+Pinion (For Plastic Ring Gear Only) Gear Only) 497595 Motor-Starter (For Plastic 695050 Harness- Wiring Ring Gear Only) 693167 Nut (Brush Retainer) 690323...
  • Page 60 Get it fi×ed, at your homeor Ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! I.-800-4-tMIY-HOME Anytime, d ayornight (143004694663) (USA.. and Canada) www,,searsocom www.sears_ca For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center.

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