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Owner's Manual
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15.5 HP
ELECTRQC STAR'["
42" MOWER
HYDROSTATIC
(AUTOMATIC)
LAW
TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270621
° Safety
o Assembly
o Operation
o Maintenance
o Repair
Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety
RuSes and Instructions
before operating
this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1o800o659o5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co_, Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
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- Page 1 Parts CAUTION: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1o800o659o5917 Safety RuSes and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat before operating this equip- ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co_, Hoffman...
- Page 2 Please contact your nearest service center. After' 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center, (In-home warranty service will still be avail-...
- Page 3 ,, Turn off bladeswhennot mowing.. Do not try to stabilize the machine o Stop enginebeforeremovinggrass putting your foot on the ground. catcheror unclogging chute.. o Do not use grass catcher on steep • Mowonlyin daylightor goodartificial slopes. light° CHILDREN o Do not operatethe machinewhile under Tragic accidents can occur if the operator the influenceof alcoholor drugs°...
- Page 4 before restarting, manufacturer's recommended parts, Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary. _:tbe_.eng_e runningi ::,_:,_;: :, ......_i-_:_:_!Mower>b!ades,-are sha,rp:and,_ canput:._:_ Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, to wear; damage, and deterioration, use extra caution when sewicing them, which could expose...
- Page 5 In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase required by law (Section 4442 of the of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been California Public Resources Code), Other designed, engineered and manufactured states may have similar laws,.
- Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3t8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/t6-18 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut (1) Shoutder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4o20 (2) Washers...
- Page 7 (2) Screws (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 Washers #10 (2)WeldNuts (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge hw ;¸_ ..<;, ;;b;;h;_ ;K(_._; Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Latch Hook Seat Assemblies Steering Wheel Insert...
- Page 8 Yournewtractorhasbeen assembledat the factorywith exceptionof those parts left unassembted for shippingpurposes,Toensuresafe andproperoperationof your tractor _:,-a!t,., p_rtg:andhardware :you assemble..mustbe,tightened:,#ecu.rely. Use.:the:,¢o_rect_toots.,.:r as necessaryto insurepropertiglitnessl Review the Videocassettebef0rey0u _ begin. TOOLS REQUIRED &re horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter'. ASSEMBLY o Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock...
- Page 9 HOW TO_'SET U P :YOU R TRACTOR" ' INsTALEsEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment CONNECT BATTERY knob,, _CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- o Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, nals by allowing a wrench or any other o Place seat on seat pan and assemble object to contact both terminals at the shoulder...
- Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO CONVERT TO BAGGi DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your' trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly Simply remove mulcher plate adjusted. See 'q'O ADJUST BRAKE" a safe place. Your mower is rl _ fi'le ServiCe an'd.Adjds'tments:Sectiori discharging or' installation...
- Page 11 Thesesymbolsmay appearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththe product, Learnand understand their meaning, E 3,& BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP OIL PRESSURE LIGHT FUEL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LOCKED ®;...
- 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 various controls and adjustments. SAve this manualfor future reference: Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter...
- Page 13 eyes,whichcan resultin severeeye damage° Alwayswearsafetyglasses ' he operatidnof anytractorCan-result ih foreign'0B)6cts t hrownint5the ..or eye shieldswhileoperatingyourtractoror performingany adjustments or' repairs.Werecommenda wide visionsafetymaskoverthe spectacles,or standardsafetyglasses, HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to stow position and allowing engine to idle Your tractor is equipped with an operator...
- Page 14 The averagelawnshouldbe cutto Move motion control lever to neutral approximately 2-1/2 inchesduringthe position,. cool seasonandto over 3 inchesduring IMPORTANT: The motion control lever hot months., F or healthierand better does not return to neutral (N) position lookinglawns,, m owoften.andafter when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed m o;derate g °i;owi_fi: .....
- Page 15 o Checkengineoil withtractoron level o Plac e motion control lever in neutral (N) position. o Removeoilfill cap/dipstick andwipe o Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- clean,reinsertthe dipstickandscrew GAGED" position.. cap tight,wait for a fewseconds, ° Move throttle control to choke position. removeandreadoiilevel If necessary, NOTE: Before starting,...
- Page 16 See "TOADJUSTCARBURETOR" i n the feet return the motion control lever to ServiceandAdjustmentssectionof this the neutral (N) position, Repeat this pro- cedure with the motion control lever' manual three (3) times_ RGE TRANSMISSION o Your tractor is nowpurged ' and ready for CAUTION: Never-engage or disen-.
- Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TiPS ..Max 1/3 IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use.. • The special mulching blade will recur the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed,.
- Page 18 r_USTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES _-'_ ..MABNTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation 6# 4 = ..Check Tire Pressure t ..Check Operator Presence Interlock System s ..Check for Loose Fasteners 6#47 A Sha_e,,_Repia'co''MoWer B_des "...
- Page 19 .TO ,SHARPEN BLADE .TRACTOR: ....NOTE= We do not recommend sharpening Always observe safety rules when per- blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is forming any maintenance. balanced. BRAKE OPERATION Care should be taken to keep the blade If tractor requires more than six (6) feet...
- Page 20 . Rinsethe batterywithplainwater and used above 32°R Check your engine oil dry_ level more frequently to avoid possible - Cleanterminalsand batterycableends engine damage from running tow on oil, withwire brushuntilbright., Change the oil after every 25 hours of ,,*Goat-terminals w ith greaseor petroleum operation or,at least once a year if the: tractor...
- Page 21 AIRF|LTER ..ENGINE COOLING FINS ... Remc;_e anydust, dirt or 0il from engine Yourenginewill not run properlyusinga cooling fins to prevent engine damage dirty airfilter., C leanthe foam pre-cleaner from overheating_ afterevery25 hoursof operationor every o Remove screws from blower housing season°...
- Page 22 Clamp ..o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Z2:,..of all gasoline, oil, etc. = Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden ..f_ose: to:_;f_:n"_{Ji :_ tradtSi _iiSl_s_ _ the elec: ..Filter trical system, muffler, air filter' and carbure-...
- Page 23 . :. o tf links are notLequal in length, . adjust. ;: TO LEVEL NiOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked one link to same length as other link.. on level ground or driveway. Make sure o To lower front of mower housing, loosen nut "G"...
- Page 24 , Installnewbelt in and inside all belt guides,. reverse order' of o Install mower in reverse order of removal. removal instructions. Idler Mandrel Pulleys Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE Park the tractor on level surface. Engage Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable...
- Page 25 TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL, LEVER .,_ • wash.e rs:t0 al!.o.w, w.h.ee!,removal (rear The motion control lever has been preset wheel contains a square key- Do not lose). at the factory and adjustment should be necessary., ° Repair tire and reassemble,. tf for any reason the motion control lever On rear wheels...
- Page 26 TO REMOVECABLES,REVERSE Hood _qDER - _moveBLACKcablefirst fromchassis " ' thenfrom the fully chargedbattery. _-_ernove REDcable last fromboth bat- Headlight teries. Wire Connector Positive T erminal Negative T erminal ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should...
- Page 27 TOADJUST CARBURETOR .., .:,:___, .... : wis_:,u8ti) ;engine runs rough. Turn valve NOTE:The carburetor on this engineis to a point midway between those two lowemission.. I t is equippedwith an idle positions. Release throttle lever. fuel adjustingneedlewith a limitercap, ACCELERATION TEST which allowssomeadjustment w ithinthe...
- Page 28 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- methanol) can attract moisture which leads age at the end of the seaso n or if the trac- to separation and formation of acids during tor will not be used for' 30 days or more° storage.
- Page 29 ..TROUBLESHOOTaNG CHART CORRECT!ON ....PROBLEM o Fill fuel tank,, o Out of fuel., Will not start • See "TO START ENGINE" o Engine not "CHOKED" Operation section, properly. • Wait several minutes before o Engine flooded,. attempting to start, o Replace spark plug o Bad spark plug, .
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but • Weak or dead batterc. ° Recharge or replace battery. i :'_will not!start o 'Oorroded battery termi- ° Clean batteryterminalso: nalso o Loose or damaged wiring_ ° Check all wiring. - CheckJreplace solenoid = Faulty solenoid or starter:...
- Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ,,,,,, ,,,,, , ...... Poorcut- uneven o Worn,bentor looseblade_ o Replace blade. Tighten blade boll ,, Mowerdeck not level.. o Level mower deck. o Buildupof grass,leaves, ° Clean underside of mower andtrash undermower,. housing. • Bent blade mandrel,. o Replace blade mandrel.
- Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE ° Place freewheel control o Freewheel control in "dis- Loss of drive _engaged" position.."engaged'! position.; o Motion drive belt worn, o Replace motion drive bell damaged or broken. o Purge transmission. = Air trapped in transmis: sion during shipment or servicing.
- Page 33 TRACTOR -- _AODEL NUMBER 9'I7.270621 SCHEMATIC °1{ of!!o, BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP STARTER AMMETER r ..(OPTIONAL) BLAC._, WHITE SOLENOID L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH ..(NOT OCCUPIED) ! ......_,.1 L_J ' BLACK (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 ..ELECTRICAL ..
- Page 35 Switch Ign 4 Pos 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 Cover Sw Key BIk I 25 Text SLT 109310X Key lgn Molded Craftsman 156442 Harness Ign Man C1Am Hm 97 71110408 Bolt BIk,,Fin Hex 1/4-20 Unc x 1/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red...
- Page 36 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR ,'_ MODEL N0tVBER 917.270621 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160393 Chassis Assembly Drawbar 140356 17490612 Screw, Thd Roll 3/8-16 x 3/4 STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x t6 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash Saddle 155923 t26471X Clip Insulator 406 Mtg Hole Dash 161938X010 STD5337!0...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 GROUND DRIVE...
- Page 39 TRACTOR,.- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION V-Belt, Ground Drive Transaxte,(See Breakdown) 161597 Peerless Mode1205-039C 140312 Keeper, Belt, Cenler Span 146682 Spring, Return Brake 17490612 Screw, ThdroL 3/8-16 x 3/4 t21520X Strap, Torque 8883R Cover, Peda! 17490512 Screw, Thd, Roll...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - -, MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 STEERING ASSEMBLY >...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 156483 Spindle Assembly, LH. 157473 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x I-5/8 x I6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-t/4 x t6 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...
- Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 43 ..TRACTOR - o MODEL NUMBER 917.27062_ INGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162157 Control Throt/Ch Lh 17720410 Screw He× Thd Cut 1/4_20x5t8T -------- Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model 28U707_1174-E1 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 272293 Gasket 1 313 ld Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"...
- Page 44 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 Blk!blk Craftsman 121246X 140122 Bracket Pn| Mounting Switch 14O551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (btk) 121248)( Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Bolt Fin Hex 3/6-t6une X t...
- Page 45 Decal, Instruction Operat Eng 146046 Decal, Mower Drive Schematic 273303 Decal, Engine Hp 160396 Decal, Cap Cnsmr Help Line 160200 Decal, Hood Rh Craftsman 150333 Srs.. 160202 Decal, Hood Lh Craftsman Decal, Mower EZ3 Mulching t33644 Decal, Maint Customer Sears...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 JFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 WasherAsm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Sha[tAsm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer21i32x t x21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865 Link Asm Lift LH 139866...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 MOWER DECK 103 105 101.__... - Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27062'1 t'_OWER DECK PAR]" PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt, Shoulder #10_24 Grade 5 144393 Mower Housing 131340 Locknut STD533t07 Bolt STD54t410 Bo_t,Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC t380!7 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, t39888 Front 131845X900 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Washer, Hardened 138440 BracketAssembIy,...
- Page 50 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 205-039C 190 /...
- Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270621 _ ..IYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 205-039C PART DESCRIPTION 790075 Brake, Disc 790007 Brake Pad Plate 799021 Brake Pad (Pkg of 2) 786026 Dowel Pin 798033 Belt Guide 792076A Flat Wasf_er 790085 Brake Lever 792073A...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270621 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1026...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.27062! BR!GGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 106 987 95 117 634A 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL - __ I '=j'° _123 _t_REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL,...
- Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUM BE R 917.917.276621 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 634A 842 524 868 868A 171 _ 358 GASKET SET E__51 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 305_ lO0_...
- Page 55 TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 9'1'7.917.270_21 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER t174-Et __ 222 t0t9 LABEL KiT] 11036 LABEL KIT- EMISSIONS ! to_= ow.=.'s-A.uA_-I...
- Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270621 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembly 281346 Bushing, Throttle Shaft 399265 Bearing, Cylinder 498030 Valve, Needle 391086 * Seal, Oil 94098 ** Screw, ThrotUe 494238 Base, Engine 495800...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.9t 7.270621 BR1GGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174, PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 810068 Screw, Set 213998 Link, Counterweight 496280 Housing, Blower 399891 Counterweight Assembly 94788 Screw, Hex, Head, 298909 Pin, Counterweight Blower Housing Mounting 94593 Screw, Counterweight 225020...
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- Page 60 For the repair' or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your' home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week l ..800, 366.,PART : (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week I=800..4=REPABR (1-800-473-7274)