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Craftsman 917.270530 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270530 Owner's Manual

14.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
I:RI:IFTSMI:IN
14.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270530
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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 operating this equipment. 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...

  • Page 2: Operation

    Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply).

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, • Turn off blades when not mowing. embankments. The mower could sud- • Stop engine before removing grass denly turn over if a wheel is over the catcher or unclogging chute. edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge •...
  • Page 4 • Grass catcher components are subject • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or spillage. Allow machine to cool before allow objects to be thrown. Frequently storing.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). CASE SIZE:U1R BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS TORQUE: CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabil- ity and performance. Should you experience...
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Steering Shaft Adapter Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Shoulder 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18 _(1) Knob...

  • Page 7: Install Steering Wheel

    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.
  • Page 8 (See TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Operation section for location function of controls) Label Bafle_ • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift lever in neutral position.
  • Page 9 / CHE CKL IS T CHECKTIREPRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overin- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY flated at the factory for shipping pur- YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO poses. Correct tire pressure is important ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE for best cutting performance.
  • Page 10 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 11 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 Ammeter Clutch Lever Ignition Switch ht Switch Plunger...
  • Page 12 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 13: Towing Carts And Other Attachments

    TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING TO OPERATE ON HILLS HEIGHT CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do The position of the attachment lift lever not drive across any slope. determines the cutting height.

  • Page 14: To Start Engine

    TO START ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENIGNE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will • The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel shipped, from the factory, already filled...

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    • If grass is extremely tall, it should be MOWING TIPS mowed twice to reduce load and • Tire chains cannot be used when the possible fire hazard from dried mower housing is attached to tractor. clippings. Make first cut relatively •...

  • Page 16: General Recommendations

    FILL DATES Check Brake Operation Check _re Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interiock Systems I_ # R Check for Loose F aeleners Lubrication Chart Check BattePJ Level Clean Battery and Terminels Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust B_ape Belt(s) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Bait(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil I#ft2,:...

  • Page 17: Brake Operation

    "tRACTOR • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with If tractor requires more than six (6) feet star on mandrel assembly.

  • Page 18: Clean Air Screen

    BATrERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting Your tractor has a battery charging cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils system which is sufficient for normal use. will result in increased oil consumption However, periodic charging of the battery when used above 32°F.

  • Page 19: Air Filter

    ENGINE COOLING FINS • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine replace cartridge. cooling fins to prevent engine damage • Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, from overheating. cover and secure with knob(s).
  • Page 20 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. hose to clean your tractor unless the of all foreign matter. electrical system, muffler, air filter and • Keep finished surfaces and wheels carburetor are covered to keep water out.
  • Page 21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure and behind the mandrel at bottom edge tiros are properly inflated (See =PROD- of mower housing as shown.
  • Page 22 • Road test tractor for proper stopping TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE distance as stated above. Readjust if DRIVE BELT necessary. If stopping distance is still The mower blade drive belt may be greater than six (6) feet in highest replaced without tools. Park the tractor gear, further maintenance...
  • Page 23 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK ALIGNMENT BA'n'ERY If steeringwheel crossbarsare not CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries horizontal(left to right)when wheels generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, positioned straight forward, remove flame and smoking materials away from steering wheel and reassemble batteries.

  • Page 24: Interlocks And Relays

    REPLACING BATrERY INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause A_ILCAUTION: Do not short battery your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or terminals by allowing a wrench or any prevent it from starting. other object to contact both terminals at •...
  • Page 25 • Check that holes =A_ in governor Move throttle control lever to slow control lever and hole in govemor position. With finger, rotate and hold plate line-up. If holes "A" are not throttle lever against idle speed aligned, loosen clamp screw and screw.

  • Page 26: Engine Oil

    ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formation storage at the end of the season or if the of acids during storage. Acidic gas can tractor will not be used for 30 days or damage the fuel system of an engine more.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Lossofpower • Cutting too much Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed. grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" • Adjust throttle control. position. • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash housing.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Mower blades will not ° Replace idler pulley. • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel, • Replace blade mandrel. rotate (Cont'n) • Place throttle control in =FAST" • Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge position.
  • Page 30 NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 SCHEMATIC 8AJ_,K BATTERY • AMMETER STARTER (oP'riONAL) L ..FUSE CLUTCH/ BRAKE (PEDALUP) SEAT SWITCH IGNrnON SWITCH AIGL_ et_c_ A'n'MENT CLUTCH ..GROUNDING B,,K:K IGNITION (OPTIONAL) SPARK PLUG FUEL_ UNIT re_us LINE II _NI_ PLUGS ON CI4ARG/_ SYSTEM OUTFIJT 2a _TS...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270530 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Nut Kaps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12" black 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 163968 Switch Ign Delta Push-In 140403 Key Ign Molded Craftsman, Delta 170217 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt 81k Hex 1/4-20unc x 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal Red 145673...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _., 5...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KL=Y pART DESCRIPTION 169831 Chassis Lt Stamping 169O61 Drawbar 1706O612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 155272 BumporHood/Dash 155924X012 SaddleSLKSCRE FLT SDL 126471x Clip Insulator .406 Mtg Hole 168348X010 Dash Slkscr PIm Mech Sym 10 72140608...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUM BER 917.270530 GROUND DRIVE ,. 151 .. 51 62 _ 3536...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Transaxle(See Breakdown) 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic Peedess 206-545C 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grn Dry Stl 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Hex Hd 3/S-16unc x 1-1/2 123666X Pulley Transaxte 18/20"...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 STEERING "" -_29 -- _'\ 43...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 STEERING K]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Opp Sears BIk 154427 Axle Asm Front Lt 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Washer Thrust .75 x 1.230 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.270530 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 ENGINE I_-Y PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 162157 Control TWch LH IV 1 80 20 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs,Model No 287707-1255-E1 137352 Muffler Exh LT B&S 14HP IC OHV 13 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 13280324...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 SEAT ASSEMBLY KL=YPART KL=Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pvt St 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X t 15 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 19131810...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    133644 Decal Maint Cust Sears Domesti 160396 Decal V-Bett Sch 171760 163207 Decal Replcmnt Sears Decal Fender Sd 6/42 163204 Decal Fender Craftsman White 157199X428 Pad Footrest 149516 Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Acme 171766...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 LIFT ASSEMBLY /" 31 _...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 LIFT ASSEMBLY K]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 WireAsmlnner/Sprg W/plungerLT 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12(X)0002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer Pltd 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 120183X Bearing NylonBIk 629 Id 125631X Grip Handle Fluted BIk 122365X...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 MOWER DECK _147...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 3/8 STD533107 Bolt 133944 Washer, Hardened 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 155066 RollerAssembly, Cam Follower Front 131340 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Locknut "165460 Bracke*LSway Bar 38142°...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case 42A 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 _614 _r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 238(_ 1026...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 _VALVE OVERHAUL 7_r_l j - _k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAl...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 634A 868868A 8421 l___ 358 GASKET SET 1006 ,188 _4511...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 1090...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 94637 Stud, Carburetor Mounting 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 224948 Screen, Flush Rotating 391086 * Seal, Oil 225136 Washer, Spring 494238 Base, Engine 94626 Screw, Sems...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270530 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Link, Counterweight Screw, Hex Head 213998 94704 Counterweight Assembly Screw, Set 399891 610068 Pin, Counterweight Housing, Blower 298909 496318 Screw, Counterweight Screw, Hex, Head, 94593 94786 Gear, Statler...

  • Page 59: Suggested Guide For Sighting Slopes For Safe Operation

    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME _" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-600-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need:...

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