Craftsman 917.271814 Owner'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...ion Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip ment For answers to your questions about this product Call 1 800 659 5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm Mort Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website www sears corn craftsman ...

Page 2: ... negligence including but not limited to electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debds or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual Engine fuel system cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami nated or o...

Page 3: ...mower safely enough to protect them selves and others from seriousin ury Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build op which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and bum Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other dabris which can cause build op to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION...

Page 4: ... operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debds build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before stodng Stop and inspectthe equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustmer_te or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or al...

Page 5: ...where it cannot contact spark plug CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor _ CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose tractio...

Page 6: ...assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructionsunder Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s...

Page 7: ... Large Flat Washer t 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18_ 1 Lockwasher 3 8 _ _A _J Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter teering Shaft _ Boot 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob Keys C 2 Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette ...

Page 8: ...ND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steedng shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut securely to 18 22 ft Ibs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL 3 Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forwa...

Page 9: ...nd raise attachment lift lever to its highest position 2 Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal 3 Place gearshift lever in neutral N position 4 Roll tractor forward oft skid 5 Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls _WARN NG Before starting read understand and follow a nstructio...

Page 10: ...re designed for discharging and bagging also Deflector Mulcher Latch Hooks CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly...

Page 11: ...e factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to th...

Page 12: ...NGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP t LIGHT I I l 6 0 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOOKED MOWERLI_ r_ t R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED 31 PARKING BRAKE IGNITION KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGEO SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL AutomaticModels only 12 ...

Page 13: ...EVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlightson and off THRO n LE CONTROL Used forstarting and controlling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position GEARSHIFT LE...

Page 14: ... position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire I Turn ignition key to OFF positionand remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditionswhen tractor is standing i...

Page 15: ...off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 Iccknut and tighten securely 3 Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole GaugeWheel _ _ _ _ _ 3 8 Washer _F _ _ _J Shoulder Gauge Wheel_ _ B_t TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat wi...

Page 16: ...hould change oilfor easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainte nance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainte nance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE Fi Ifuel tank 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...

Page 17: ... engine begins to run smoothly If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below 7 When engine...

Page 18: ... speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used 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 clippingsmany 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 t...

Page 19: ...ntain tractoras instructedin this manual Some adjustments willneed to be made pedbeically to properly maintainyour tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper a...

Page 20: ... CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest positionto allow access to blades 2 Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade 3 Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 R...

Page 21: ... improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosityoils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one _ear hack the crankcase oil level before starting the engi...

Page 22: ...ERVICE CARTRIDGE 1 Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate 2 Carefully remove cartddge to prevent debris from entering carburetor 3 Clean cadddge by tapping gently on flat surface NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace cartddge 4 Reinstall cartridge plate wing nuts precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTAN_ Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the cartridge They may c...

Page 23: ...n DISEN GAGED position 2 Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position 3 Roll belt off engine pulley 4 Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt 5 Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket S Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear de...

Page 24: ...utting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length If links...

Page 25: ...gaged Jam Nut TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Parkthe tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installationguide decal on bottom side of leftfootrest 1 Remove mower See 3 0 REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual 2 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler 3 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecti...

Page 26: ...ts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion niWnlshare Axle Cover _ SquareKey Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BATTERY _I_CAUTION Lead add batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged Sea BATFERY in t...

Page 27: ...ood INTERLOCKSAND RELAYS Loose or damaged widngmay cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or oravent itfrom starling Check wiring See electrical widng diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotNe t_pe plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 1 Raise hood 2 Unsnap headlight wire connector 3 Stand infront of...

Page 28: ...e above 2 With engine off turn idle mixture screw In clockwise closing it finger tight and then tam out counterclockwise 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns FINAL SE _ING 1 Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position 2 With throttle control lever in slow position hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and ad...

Page 29: ...in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank duringstorage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of and engine while in storage 1 Drain the fuel tank 2 Start the engine and let it run until the f...

Page 30: ...aulty solenoid or starter 1 Fill fuel tank 2 See TO START ENGINE in Operation section 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact a Sears or other ...

Page 31: ... 5 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels 1 Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed 2 Adjust throttle control 3 Clean underside of mower housing 4 Clean replace air filter 5 Check oil level change oil 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug 7 Replace fuel filter 8 Drain fuel tank and refill witl fresh gasoline 9 Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refilltan...

Page 32: ...damaged widng i5 Battery will not 1 charge 2 3 4 Engine backfires 1 when turning engine OFF Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOV_ position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 1 Place throttle control in FAST position 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Level mower de...

Page 33: ...MC_m_ DIODE J ALTERNATOR II HEAbLIGHTS F NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS O REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM ASTHE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHT...

Page 34: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 29 jl 34 ...

Page 35: ...ness Ught Socket W 4152j 22 4152J Bulb Ught 1166 24 4799J Cable Ba8ery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 145491 CableGround 29 121305X Switch Seat 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key Molded Craftsman 40 178437 Harness Ign 41 71 t t 0408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Amrneter Rectangular 6 Amp 52 t...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 63 07 2O7 208 36 ...

Page 37: ...crew ThdroI 3 16 18 x U2 38 175710 Pivot Bracket Assembly 5t 73_400 NutLockwtlnserl I 4 20UNC 52 19 391416 Washer 9 32 x 718 x 16 Ga 53 145201 Bracket Gdlle Plckoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD522597 Bolt FinHex t 4o20UNCx 75 58 140547 Air Duct P t B S 60 STD533707 Bc4tRdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 UNC x 3 4 64 154798 DashLowerSTLT 74 S _541437 Nut Crownlock...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 GROUND DRIVE 57 57 22 26 27 38 ...

Page 39: ...53 105710X Link Clutch 197 55 105709X Spring Clutch Return 198 56 17060616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 202 57 130801 V Belt Ground Drive 212 59 169691 Keeper Belt Center Span 61 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 8883R Cover Pedal 175410 pulley Engine 71170754 Bolt Hex 7 15 20 x 4 Grade 5 ST0551143 Washer 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Fool Proof 134683 Guide Mower Drive Belt R H 137057 Spacer Axle 121749X Washer 25 3...

Page 40: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL N UMBER 917 271814 40 ...

Page 41: ...in 32 130465 Rod Tie 36 1550_ Bushing Steering 37 152927 Screw 38 139769 Insed Steering Wheel 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Gauge 40 STD541537 Gdpco Nut 41 1CO711L Adaptor Steertng Wheel 42 145054X428 Boot Steering Shaft 43 121746X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 44 153720 Extension Shaft Steeling LR LT 46 121232X Cap Spindle 47 6855M Fitting Grease 61 ST To41431 NutLockHexw InB 5 16 18UNC...

Page 42: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 32 34 31 33 39 33 29 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 3 13 42 ...

Page 43: ...t Fin Hex 1 4 20Unc x 75 13 165287 Gasket Muffler 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 3_ 551237 Washer Lock Ext Toot h 3 8 17 17060624 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 23 169837 Shield BrrdDhr Guard 25 145996 Contro_Chake 26 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf 27 152927 Screw TI 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 157103 Tank Foel 32 161696 Cap FuelGuage 33 123487X Clamp Hose 34 106082X Sgecer Pad 37 854...

Page 44: ...ing Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt 5 145006 Clip Push In Hinged 17 123975X Nut Loci 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 6 STD541437 Nut Hex Lock w ins 3 8 16 Unc 21 171852 Bolt S rlOUlder5 16 18 Unc 2A 7 124161X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431 Nut Hex Lock wllns 5 I 6 18 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 SMGML 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 1...

Page 45: ...ower Drive Schematic Decal Battei_ Diehard Sears Decal Deck Sears Decal Deck DecaJ Battery Decal Lift Handle 16580OX428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 179556 OwneYsManual Eng_sh 179557 Owrmr s M anual Spa ni Sh WHEELS AND TIRES 2 _ 5 8 4 10 6 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 591_ Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Fmnl 4 59904 Tube FrontTire Not provided Service ...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 LIFTASSEMBLY 46 ...

Page 47: ...g NyLon 7 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Lilt L H 12 139866 Link Lilt R H 13 STD624008 RetalnerSpring 15 173288 LinP_Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 165689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock wANsh 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Ult 3_ 73540690 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions g...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 MOWER DECK 34 21 22 16 26 48 ...

Page 49: ...houlder 5 16 18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly Pad Brake 54 133943 Washer Hardennd 55 155046 Arm Idler DESCRIPTION 56 165723 Spa_er Retainer 59 141043 Guard TUV Idler 67 149846 KnobCustom Oval 68 144959 V BaR 32 STD54t 437 Nut 101 136420 Mulcher Cover 102 71081010 Screw pan HD Phillip 10 24 x 5 8 103 19061216 Washer 10 104 STD551110 Washer Lock t 05 160793 Latch Assembly Bagger 106 2029J Nut Weld 111 ...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 47 5O ...

Page 51: ...8352 Spur Gear 19 teeth Bevel Pthlon 13 teeth 53 778350 Spur Gear 16 teeth Include 13 54 778346 Spur Gear 15 teeth Rthg Gear 43 teeth 56 778355 Spur Gear 11 teeth Ddve Pin 57 778337 Spur Gear 13 teeth Spacer 1 130 X 695 58 778353 Spur Gear 17 teeth Bal_5 16 dLa 59 778351 Spur Gear 21 teeth Set Screw 3 8 16 x 3 8 60 778349 Spur Gear 24 teeth Sprlng 3100Ox 625L 61 778345 SpurGear 25 eeth Screw 1 4 2...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 BRIGGS STRATFON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2275 E1 52 ...

Page 53: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 271814 BRIGGS STRAI I ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2275 E1 51 122 51 _ 51A r 447_ 306A_ 3071 53 ...

Page 54: ...EL NUMBER 917 271814 BRIGGS STRA I I ON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER42E707 TYPENUMBER2275 E1 697_ 3091 5101 1051 _ 513 783 695 1036 LABEL EMISSION J 332_ 934_ 7_ 1_5_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 5240 __ 842 _ 51 12A 1 _ 3 2o_ 54 ...

Page 55: ...ar Crankshaft 186 691764 Conneetor Ho_e Cover Crankcase 187 499167 Llde Fuel Cut to Required Length Ki1 Bushing Seal PTO Side Screw C ontral Seal Oil PrO Side 188 691003 Bracket Screw Engine Sump 197 690364 Screw Back Plate Screw Crankcase Cover 202 690570 Lnk Mechancal Governor Flywhee 203 493230 Bell Crank Key Flywheel 205 690322 Screw Beg Crank Piston Assembly Standard 209 691273 Spring Governo...

Page 56: ...round Terminal 947 693495 SOeno d Fue 523 691385 Dipstick 955 693513 Plug Carburetor 524 280860 Seal Dipstick Tube 967 272490 Filter Air 525 690823 DipsitckTube 968 691207 Cover Air Cleaner 544 692034 Armature Starter 971 691100 Screw Air Cleaner Base 551 690415 Valve Cover 1005 498157 Fan Flywheel 952 690552 Bushing Governor Crank 1006 691247 Retainer Fan 552A 690553 Bushing Governor Crank 1019 4...

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Page 59: ...ON ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL I _ OperateyourTractorupanddownthefaceofslopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

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