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Craftsman 917.271851 Owner's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.0 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
21.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.271851
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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.
I
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 U.S.A.
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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman...
  • Page 2 RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace free of charge any parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT: Th s cult ng machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions cou[e result n serious injury or death. • Be sure the area is clear of other people _,Look for this symbol to point out before mowing.
  • Page 4 • Never carry children. They may fall off • Mow up and down slopes, not across. and be seriously injured or interfere • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree with safe machine operation. limbs, etc. • Never allow children to operate •...
  • Page 5 • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other limbs, etc. people before mowing. Stop machine • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. anyone enters the area. Uneven terrain could overturn • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.
  • Page 6 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS of a new tractor. It has been designed, Gasoline engineered and manufactured to give Capacity Unleaded you the best possible dependability Type: Regular performance. Should you experience any problem you Oil Type SAE 30 cannot easily remedy, please contact a API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension Shaft Adapter Steering Steering Wheel Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob For Future Use Video Cassette Slope Sheet...
  • Page 8 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•...
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT (See TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID Operation Adjust seat before tightening adjustment section for location knob. function of controls) 1. Remove adjustment knob and flat 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise washer securing seat to cardboard attachment lift lever to its highest packing and set aside for assembly of position.
  • Page 10 CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION INSTALL MULCHER PLATE ALL BELTS (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in See the figures that are shown for upright position. replacing motion and mower blade drive Place front of mulcher plate over front belts in the Service and Adjustments of mower deck opening and slide into...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'- ;I BA'I-i'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING Ol k ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVE_,_MP [ FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 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 Ignition Switch Light Switch Position Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 The operationof anytractorcan resultin 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 2. Start mower blades by engaging The cutting height range is approxi- attachment clutch control. mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights measured from the ground to the blade TO STOP MOWER BLADES - tip with the engine not running. These disengage attachment clutch control.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'n'ACH- longer. Drain the gas tank, start the MENTS engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel Tow only the attachments that are next season. See Storage Instructions for recommended by and comply with additional information.
  • Page 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet below) grass will plug mower and leave 7. When engine starts, slowly push undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry choke control in until the engine before mowing.
  • Page 17 c.o_o_tioo Check Tim pressure Intedock Systems I Check Operator Presence ; Check for Loose Fasteners Ik/5 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level ChangeEngine Oil(w_ oilfilter) fl/'_,= Change Engine (341(without oil filter) ll_l,=...
  • Page 18 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, TRACTOR center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
  • Page 19 BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Your tractor has a battery charging system cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will which is sufficient for normal use. How- result in increased oil consumption when ever, periodic charging of the battery with used above 32°R Check your engine oil an automotive charger wig extend its life.
  • Page 20 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, To insure proper cooling, make sure the tighten dipstick cap securely onto the grass screen, cooling fins, and other tube before removing dipstick. Keep external surfaces of the engine are kept oil at "FULL"...
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 • To lower front of mower loosen nut =E" TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING on both front links an equal number of Adjustthe mowerwhile tractoris parked turns. on levelground or driveway. Makesure • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower tires are properlyinflated(See =PROD- at front than rear, tighten nuts "F"...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Mandrel Park the tractor on level surface. Engage Idler parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).
  • Page 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER Replace washers and snap retaining NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT dng securely in axle groove. Replace axle cover. The transaxle should be in neutral when NOTE: To seal tire punctures and the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, gate) position.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Weak or Dead...
  • Page 26 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which engine does not operate propedy due to suspected carburetor problems, take your are being done at the customers expense, tractor to an authorized service center for may be performed by any non-road engine repair and/or adjustment.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol storage at the end of the season or if the using ethanol or methanol) can attract tractor will not be used for 30 days or moisture which leads to separation more.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes Engine flooded.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" Adjust throttle control. position.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mowerbladeswill 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction, not rotate mechanism, 2. Woro/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) ' © , (>+---- WHITE ;_)__' SOLENOID RE D CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WP_E IGNITION SEAT SWITCH ..(NpT occyP,_D_ SWITCH WPW31E , © GROUNDING _'G_'_'_'_ BL*CK (CLUTCH OFF) (OPTIONAL) SPARK ',- _UEL;...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 ELECTRICAL 2___ ..
  • Page 33 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 145491 Cable Ground 121305X Switch Seat 175566 Switch Ign 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 179720 Hamess Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk. Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal 178861 Solenoid 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 6 Amp...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES _-15,...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Assembly 176554 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHncd/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Caniage 3/8-16xl 174996 Panel, Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H. 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174330X558 Hood Assembly 126938X BumperHood...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 GROUNDDRIVE 26 27...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 71170764 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer Peerless 206-545C 154778 Keeper, Belt, Engine, FooI-Procf 146682 Spdng, Retum, Brake 134683 Guide, Mower Drive Belt, R.H.
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 STEERING...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteeringWheel 175131 Axle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 6266H Beadng, Race. Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 ENGINE I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170546 Control,Throt Paddle 17720408 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 ..Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No. 407777-0167-E1 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 ClampTube Double Engine 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems 162797...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,271851 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180597 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 72050412 Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 71110616 Bolt 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 121250X Spdng 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 123976)( Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 145006...
  • Page 43 Decal, Uft Handle Decal, Lower Dash 138311 Pad Footrest LH STLT 181417 Decal, Rplcmnt 165800X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold 165799X428 156368 Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst F_JS 183214 Owner's Manual, English 183215 Owner's Manual, Spanish PART...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12(X)0002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Gdp, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 MOWERDECK 106_ 103 1/05 23 24 _.18...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 165892 KnobCustom Oval Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 149846 STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-Belt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, STD541437 Front 136420 MulcherCover 16546O Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck 71081010 Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8 Washer #10...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545C NUMBERS H...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 786026 DowelPin 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792076A FlatWasher 770128 Transa)deCase .312 ID x .059W 776395 Countershaft 790079 Brake Lever 776409 Output Shaft 792073A...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER0167-E1 5251 44:1A_ 447A 6170 51A_ 750_...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 _. :_ 2,,.= _ _! -__,, ][-__, _ ._,. 1 o_ L_ ' '_"' 1123_ 276_ 11230 1_oe 1124 _ 105_ 633_ 1127 ,I,_ 276 O 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET ,J_/i 118f...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 27_O 691_ 524842 943(_ _ _ 1022_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 690994 O$ Gasket-Float Bowl Kit-Choke Shaft 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 499807 Nozzle-Carburetor Side) 499808 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690979 Key-Timing _:1: Gasket-Nozzle 697473...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271851 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0167-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692024 Clutch-Drive 690970 ,+ Gasket-Exhaust 691036 Dipstick 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover) 691032 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 694000 Hose-Vacuum 891037 Tube-Dipstick 695239 Screw (Choke Control 691262 Armature-Starter Bracket)
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that Its left edge Is vertically parallel to s tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4.
  • Page 56 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME Aay_me, day_ night (1-8(X)469-4663) (U.S.A.and Canada) For repairof carry-inproducts likevacuums,lawnequipment,and electronics, callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anya_e, d ayor_jl_ (U.SArely) www.sears.com Forthe replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals...

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