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Craftsman 917.270921 Owner's Manual

9.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's
Manual
£RAFTSMRN"
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270921
•
Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and instructionsbefore operat-
ing this equipment.
For answers to your questions
aboutthisproduct, C all:
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 C all: Read and follow all Safety Rules 1-800-659-5917 and instructionsbefore operat- Sears Craftsman Help Line ing this equipment. 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 dding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Slow down beforetuming. blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • Neverleave a runningmachine DO NOT: unattended. A lwaystum off blades,set parkingbrake,stop engine,and Do not tum on slopes unless neces- removekeys before dismounting. sary, and then, tum slowly and •Tum off blades when not mowing.
  • Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade with the engine running. attachment bolts, tight and keep • Grass catcher components are subject equipment in good condition. to wear, damage, and detedoration, • Never tamper with safety devices. which could expose moving parts or al- Check their proper operation regu- low objects to be thrown.

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    Federal laws apply on federal lands. spark arrester for the muffler is available CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase through your nearest Sears Authorized of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Service CentedDepartment (See designed, engineered and manufactured REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
  • Page 6 Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys "-t...
  • Page 7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassambled 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: Install Seat

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: You may now roll or drive you tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate CHECK BATTERY instruction below to remove the tractor • Lift hood to raised position, from the skid. • If this battery is put into service after TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See month and year indicated on label...
  • 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 updght position. brake and place motion control lever •...

  • Page 10: Important Items

    WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR V' CHECKLIST TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE Engine oil is at proper level. Fuel tank is fitted with trash, clean, BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'I-rERY 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 12 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to famUiadze yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition Clutch LeVer Ammeter Lever Plunger Throttle...
  • 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 These heightsare approximateand may • Start mower blades by engaging vary dependingupon soil conditions, attachment clutch control. height of grass and types of grassbeing • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- mowed. gage attachment clutch control. • The average lawn should be cut to CAUTION: Do not operate the mower approximately 2-1/2 inches during the without either the entire grass catcher, or...

  • Page 15: Before Starting

    • 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.
  • Page 16 • Insert key into ignition and tum key • The attachments can be used dudng clockwise to "START" position and the engine warm-up period after the release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed up 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. After 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, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly MULCHING...

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    f" SERVICE DATES Check Broke Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ¥/ Lubrication Chad Check Battery Level SharperdRepiace Mower Blades Clean Battery lind Terminals Check Transexle Cooling Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Adjust Blade Belt(s) T--on Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat treated. BRAKE OPERATION T--.=-- =.___ , ,_ Mandrel Assembly If tractor requires more than six (6) feet ===miy _uuu stopping distance at high speed in Blade...

  • Page 20: Clean Air Screen

    NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Addmg or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in terminals can cause the battery to =leak"...

  • Page 21: Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas

    overheating. Clean with a wire brush or tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartddge. compressed air to remove dirt and Do not use pressurized air to clean or stubborn dried gum fibers. dry cartridge. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING Cover AREAS Knob To insure proper cooling, make sure the Wing...
  • 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. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. 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- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT sA" 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: Front Wheel

    TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ALIGNMENT The motion control lever has been preset If steering wheel crossbars are not at the factory and adjustment should not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are be necessary. positioned straight forward, remove...
  • Page 26 REPLACING BATTERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries other object to contact both terminals at generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, the same time. Before connecting battery, flame and smoking materials away from remove metal bracelets, wristwatch...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and ASSEMBLY cartridge plate to expose carburetor 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 tum out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 Idle Speed to 1-1/2 turns. FINAL SETTING • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with Idle Mixture Screw engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • With throttle control lever in slow Lever position, hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed...

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    ethanol or methanol) 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 Wilt 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. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE 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 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Place throttle control in • Engine speed too slow. Poor grass discharge =FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. •...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 SCHEMATIC BATTERY AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) e_cK WHITE ..SOLENOID ..CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH IGNITION NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH eL_< (CLUTCH OFF) NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. TRE UGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BA'I-rERY, BUT HAVE THEIR...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 HolddownBatteryFmnt Mount 12 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166182 Harness, Light Socket (w/4152J)

  • Page 36: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawhar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337X013 Dash 10 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 12 145660 Clip Tinnerman Gdlle P/L 13 169117X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17 144983X558...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR "' MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD551143 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Hydro Gr 314-0510 154778 Guide Bolt RH Engine 165866 RodShlftFenderAdjust 134683 StrapTorque Lh 10 $1"D561210 PinCotter I/8xlCAD 169183 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 STEERING ASSEMBLY --'-"-- 3?---.._..Jp I...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 FrontAxle Assembly 169840 Spindle Assembly, LH. 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 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917270921 ENGINE OPTIONAL Spark Arrester EQUIPMENT...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 Control Thmt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Model No, 461707-O145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm. Left 144069 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 150176...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2709621 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3450 Blk, r olkCraftsman 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 15 134300...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    Decal Fender Danger Sears 13 146046 163205 Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 14 163259 Decal Dash Panel 171696 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman 15 160396 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 171697 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 19 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 165392...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 LIFTASSEMBLY .Ill'° 32 j...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Uft Lever Inner Wire Asm, 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X PinGroove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Beadng Nylong 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 MOWER DECK...

  • Page 49: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2709621 MOWERDECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 165892 MowerHousing 59 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler (94) STD533107 Bolt 149846 Knob Custom Oval 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 68 144959 V.Balt Front 92 STD541437 Locknut, Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER314-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER314-0510 KEYPART K]EY PART NO. NO. OESCRIPTION NO. NO. DIES(_IP_ON Rotor, Brake 170351 MainHousing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Brake Actuating Pin 170354 Swashpiate,TrunionMachined 62 142887...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 2ES_ 1019 LABEL KIT I 1132 '1058 OWNER'$ MANUAL lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 15 _ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9172.70921 BRIGGS& STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER461707,TYPE NUMBER0145-E3 51 _ 122 ( 9714' 1006 102__ 911f109 _ 97 637 108 _ 392 432 _ "_ ,' lOS_ 117 q' 133_' 267"% 11036 LABEL KIT-EMISSION...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461767, TYPE NUMBER 0145-| 358 GASKET 634 _ 1770 569 _ 163_ 30 20@...

  • Page 55: Briggs & Stratton

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Shaft-Throttte 498583 Cylinder Assembly 693485 Kit-Idle Speed 399265 Bushing/Seal Kit 807923 • Gasket-Carburator Body 391086 Yr Seal-Oil 693509 • Pin-Fleat Hinge 493304 Surnp-Engine 693506...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270921 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94930 Sorew (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut(Starter Terminal) 497596 Motor-Starter 394860 Cap-Drive 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 497607 Cap-Eod 497608 Brush Set 691427 Housing-Starter 230674...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I& Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (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 pi6ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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