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Craftsman 917.270920 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.270920 Owner's Manual

9.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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CRAFTSMAN"
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270920
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and Instructions before operat-
ing 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
Seam, 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 Rules 1-800-659-5917 and Instructions before operat- ing this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Seam, 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. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    blades and proceed slowly straight • Slow down before tuming. down the slope. • Never leave a running machine DO NOT: unattended. Always turn off blades, set • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
  • Page 4 • Keepnuts and bolts, especiallyblade • Never make adjustments or repairs attachment b olts, tight with the engine running. and keep • Grass catcher components are subject equipment in good condition. to wear, damage, and deterioration, • Never tamper with safety devices. which could expose moving parts or al- Check their proper operation regu- low objects to be thrown.

  • Page 5: Customer Responsibilities

    Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. spark attester for the muffler is available CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department (See designed, engineered and manufactured REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
  • Page 6 Steering Extension Steering Sleeve Shaft Steerlng Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 Wheel _ _. /--/ (1) Lock (_/)sLarege F'at L_>lCk._t _ (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 sher Seat 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet (2) Keys "-1...
  • Page 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.
  • Page 8 HOWTO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: You may now rollor drive you tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate CHECK BA'n'ERY instruction below to remove the tractor • Lift hood to raised position. from the skid. • If this battery is put into service after (See TO ROLL TRACTOR...
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off (If previously removed) skid. • Raise and hold deflector shield in • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking upright position. brake and place motion control lever •...
  • Page 10 WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR t/CHECKLIST TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE ,I Engine oil is at proper level. ,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, BEST PERFORMANCE regular unleaded gasoline.
  • Page 11 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.LPRESSURE L,G'SON O%T_.P FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ATTACHMENT REVERSE...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the iUustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Lever Choke Plunger...
  • Page 13 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 or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety.mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: To Operate On Hills

    Theseheights are approximate and may • Start mower blades by engaging vary depending upon soil conditions, attachment clutch control. height of grass and types of grass being • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- mowed. gage attachment clutch control. • The average lawn should be cut to A CAUTION.'.

  • Page 15: Check Engine Oil Level

    • Pull freewheel control out and down ADD GASOLINE into the slot and release so it is held in • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular the disengaged position. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of • Do not push or tow tractor at more 87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide than two (2) MPH.
  • Page 16 • Insert key into ignition and tum key • The attachments can be used during clockwise to =START" position and the engine warm-up period after the release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed Do not run starter continuously for and may require the choke control be more than fifteen seconds per minute.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Alter the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, alter the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly MULCHING MOWING...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . ._,_ FILL IN DATES O_mt_ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Syatems Check for Loose Fasteners Sh'lpen/Replsce M°wer Blades Lubdcation Chad Check BatterY Level Clean Battery end Terminals Check Trar!_.axle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension (l_s i Adjust Motion Odve Belt(s} Tension lldPs : Check Engine...

  • Page 19: Operator Presence System

    TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat performing any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERA'nON Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Assembly If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Blade Center j_/_ stopping distance at high speed ,n...

  • Page 20: Clean Air Screen

    NOTE:The originalequipmentbattery on your tractoris maintenance free. Do not attemptto open or removecapsor covers.Addingor checkinglevel of _c ._ electrolyteis not necessary. TEk_JE RA_dPJ£ RN, IG_E_mCI_ATIE D B_0_ E N_I_T Q4 TO CLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosionand dirt on the battery and (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in terminalscan causethe batteryto "leak"...
  • Page 21 tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. overheating. Cleanwith a wire brushor compressedair to removedirt and Do not use pressurized air to clean or stubbomdried gum fibers. dry cartridge. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Knob To insure proper cooling, make sure the Wing Cartridge grass screen, cooling fins, and other...
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a short- free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should be on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately 10-3/8". tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- •...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT Nut =A" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- • Remove mower from tractor (See =TO Jam Nut REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL AUGNMENT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If steedng wheel crossbars are not The motion control lever has been preset hodzontal (left to right) whe n wheels are at the factory and adjustment should not positioned straight forward, remove be necessary.
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK REPLACING BATTERY BA'n'ERY CAUTION: Do not short battery CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from the same time.

  • Page 27: Preliminary Setting

    TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor ASSEMBLY choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the • Raise hood. Customer Responsibilities section of • Unsnap headlight wire connector. this manual). • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at •...
  • Page 28 then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns. FINAL SETTING • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with Idle Mixture engine running and shift/motion Screw control lever in neutral (N) position. • With throttle control lever in slow. position, hold throttle lever against idle Lever speed screw and adjust idle speed...

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    ethanol or methano!) can attract moistur( 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 more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel; • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" propedy. in Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Loss of power • Build-up of grass, leaves • Clean underside of mower and trash under mower. (Continued) housing. • Dirty air filter. • Clean/replace air filter. • Low oil level/dirty oil • Check oil level/change oil.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Place throttle control in Poor grass • Engine speed too slow. discharge =FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. •...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 SCHEMATIC tl111 + BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) ..SOLENOID ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHmE IGNITION • (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH i ..SEAT SWITCH BLACK :_'UTCH" GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK e_CK IGNITION PLUG FUE-LI UNIT...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20x3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 10 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 11 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch Intedock Push-in 166182...

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION Chassis 169830 169061 Dmwbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash Dash 168337X013 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 13 169117)(010 Panel, Dash, RH 144983)(558...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer 1 ..Transaxla (SeeBreakdown) 65 STD551143 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Hydro Gr314-0510 154778 165866 Guide Belt RH Engine Rod Shift Fender Adjust 70 134683 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 169183 Strap Torque Lh 10 STD561210...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,,----_._43 "...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 626611 Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-114 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 ENGINE _" OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) BriggsModel No. 461707-0145-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Seres...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2709620 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 BIk/blkCraftsman 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 71110616 BOttFin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300 Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc 19131610...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal Fender Danger Sears 13 146046 156439 Decal Dash Panel Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 14 163259 163205 Decal MowerDdve Schematic Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 15 160396 171696 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 19 138047 171697 Decal Deck M_wer EZ3...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 LIFTASSEMBLY •...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X PinGroove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer21/32x1 x21 Ga. 120183X BeadngNytong 125631X GdpHandle Ruted 122365X ButtonPlunger Read 11 139865 Link Asm Lift L.H. 12 139866 Link Asm Lift R.H.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 MOWER DECK '---.., _ _T__ , 153 I_4 i9,_ ,148 >21...

  • Page 49: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2709620 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 MowerHousing 59 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144959 V-Belt Front 92 STD541437 Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917_270920 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -. MODEL NUMBER 314-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEYPART K]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 170354 Swashplata,TrunionMachinsd...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 634 g 552A 404 o 11o. 1132 O WNER'S MANUAL "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 15 _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 1221 634A o 212 '-" 267 t 203_ 307 _ 53| 54+- 51A 725_ 240 _' 861 PUMP REPAIR KIT "1 306A < 302• 432 _ a00'_ 425 ' 3o7L 859_...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 802 (_)_ 697 _#' 797 @ 544 ; 358 GASKET SET 3@ 20@...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 PAFn" PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 CylinderAssembly 690718 Screw('l'hmttleValve) 399265 Bushing/SealKit 693485 Shaft-Throttle 91086 "/__ 807923 Kit-IdleSpeed 493304 SurnlPEnglne 69_509 • Gasket-CarburetorBody 214517 Head-Cylindar#1 693506 • Pin-FloatHinge 214518 Head-Cylinder#2...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270920 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 K]EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCR|PTION 223882 Washer (GovemorCrank) 693497 Washer-Seal ('rhrottleShaft) 94674 Scraw (AirCleaner Base) 495715 DlpstiddTubeAssembly 94823 Screw (Air ClaanerCover) 49_880 693492 O+ Cap-Spring 693488 •+ Dia_Fuel Pump...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _qreaterthan 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- illy to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme cautlonwhen changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (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 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need:...

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