Craftsman 917.270711 manual

Owner's Manual _ I:R-nFTSM.gll o 17.0 HP ELECTRIC STAR'T 42" MOWER 6"SPEED TRANS_XLUE - LAWN TRAG TOR Modet N_. 917.270711 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment. For answers to your questions about this p[...]

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•Tum off blades when not mowing. • Stol_engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial lighL • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unload- ing.the machi[...]

• Never make acljustments orrepairs with engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving pads or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with • Be sure the area is clear of other people be_f_or_e__owj.n.g, Stop machine if anyone enters the area. *[...]

.R0.u..or spE=RcA!n .s .... 125 GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED - REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 (above 320F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3;0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .030") INTAKE: .003"-.005" EXHAUST: .005"-.007" GROUND SPEED FORWARD:, (MPH): • I sT 1.2 2 ND 1.5 3 RD 2.4 ................ 4 TM 3.5 5 TM 4.8 6 [...]

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE _'_'- lr (1) Large Flat Washer: (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x I (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer .17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Q (1) Knob 6[...]

" - PARTS BAG CONTENTS,-SHOWN:FULL SIZE • (2) Weld Nuts _ #10 (2) Screws /_ (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 _t_ Washem #10 (2) Washem _/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Seat Video Cassette Mulcher /?/_ • Steermg Wheel Boot i Parts Bag contents not shown full size _]ER. (_ (2) Washers (2) Shoulder _ 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Bolts Centerlock N[...]

Yot_rnew-tractor has been assembled at the factorywith 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS R[...]

,tOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY Lift seat pan to _ position and open. batteyJ>ox_door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year • indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat-, tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY": in MAINTE- NANCE section of this manual for charg-[...]

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING _- Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe-place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also. _.SSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO • MOWER DECK The gauge w[...]

/CHECKLBT PLEASE REVIEW'rFIE FOLLOWING CHECKEIS'P. ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. .,_ _ -. / No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum I hour at 6 amps). ,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ,/ All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the [...]

Th6_se symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. ,= t BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD SLOW WARNING FAST FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED N H L c®) I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARD[...]

;NOW YOUR TRACTOR IEAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND,SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YouR "RAC'r_R "ompa_e the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of arious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ammeter Throttle/Choke Control _.u_ral_ Pedal Clutch Lever Ignition s J s %[...]

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjust- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over specta- cles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR You[...]

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-t/2 inches dudng the cooLseason and to over3 inches during hot_nonths. For healthier andbetter looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be - mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desired [...]

_WARNING: ExPerience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or usi'ng-eth_mol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emp- tied before storage of 30 da[...]

* When operating:attachments, select a -i- ,speed thatwm,s t theterra ._ and give best pedormance of.the at- tacit.. _ent beingused. .( MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • The special •mulching blade will recut . the grass clippings many times and redu[...]

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ICE DATES Check Tire Pressure I_ V e ._ Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems -. Ik _ . R Check for Loo_ Fasteners V' t/, V' A Sharpan/Replace Mower Blade= • t/, T Lubr_a.on Chat I/ V' 0 c_._€_ Battery t.qMDI V', R clean Battery and Tennirmls/Rectmrge V&apos[...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- forming,any maintenance. BRAKEOPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (S[...]

NOTE: :l'h_odginal equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attg_mpt to open Or remove caps or covers. Addihg or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to "leak" power. • Open battery box door. • Di[...]

• Relns .cover and secure _ knob(s). IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car- tridge. Cover Knob Cover Cartridge Nut Foam er#_ Pre-Clean Cartridge ...... _Base CLEANAIR SCREEN Air [...]

.m. ,ACABTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • [}epress 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 removekey. • Make sure the blades and all movingparts have completely [...]

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adju_the mower while b'a_or, is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires _re pro_)erly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual). If tires are over or unclednflat- ed, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position. &a[...]

BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of rer_ovat:. Mandrel Pulley * Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of " removal instructions. . Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on th[...]

rRANSAXLE SHIFTER UNKAGEAND _DJUSTMENT The transaxle should _ in neutral when the ge ar-shift.Jever is in the neutral (N). :lock gate) position. The adjustment is )reset at the factory;, however, if adjust- 1lent is needed, proceed as follows: • Make sure tmnsaxle is inneutral (N). • Loosen two Iocknuts on tie rod. •-Tum center rod until gear[...]

Positive Term/.hal Hex Bolt Positive Terminal Charged Battery Negative Terminal REPLACING •BATTERY ACAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. • Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected fi[...]

TO ADJUST .'II'IROTTLE CONTROL CABLE --. The tl_o_ttle _control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. Check adjustment as descn'bed below before loosening cable, if adjust- ment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move throttle - control lever from slow to cho!_e posi- 1io[...]

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ,ACAI.rFION: Never store the tractorwith gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor- ing in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor [...]

ROUBLESHOOTING CHART t-CAUSE • Out of fuel -- • Engine not =CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. Hard to start • Bad spark plug • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Waterin fuel • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjust- ment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. • Dirty air filter. • Bad spark plug. • [...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART .- " PROBLEM Engiae_clicks but will not start (con t'd) Loss Of power CAUSE • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" posi- CORRECTION • Check all wiring. • Check/replace solenoid or starter. • Set in "Higher Cut" pos[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. Poo'r _cut --uneven (cont'd) CORRECTION • Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. Vlower blades wii not rotate Poor-grass di- charge • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. •[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 r i I i i ! I i .i 7O 26 28 32[...]

ELECTRICAL TRACTOR .- MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 19 STD551125 2O 733504O0 21 147430 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 108824X 27 73510400 28 4207J _29 121305X 30 140301 31 124211X 32 141226 33 I O9310X 40 156442 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 44 7364O4OO 45 121433X 52 141940 70 140422 B[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917_70711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 12 14 31 S 53 55 54 141•[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL" NUMBER, 917.270711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 160392 2 140356 3 17490612 4 19131216 5 155272 9 161917X013 10 STD533710 11 155927 12 145660 13 155936 14 17490608 17-- 144983X558 18 126938X 25 19131312 26 STD541437 28 145198X558 29 155217X599 3O 151287X558 31 139976 37 17490508 "38 139886 39 139[...]

TRACTOR . - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 GROUND DRIVE 26 1 27 36[...]

TRACTOR - . MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. ........ Transaxle (See Breakdown) 56 STD523712 Peedess 206-508B 57 130801 2 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 56 127274X 3 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 59 140312 4 12000028 Ring, Retainer 61 17490612 5 121520X Strap, Torque 62 8883R 6 17490512 Screw,Thd., Roll. [...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.270711 STEERING ASSEMBLY ' T""_4a I :38[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 Steering Wheel 2 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 3 156483 SpindleAssembly,LH. 4 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H. 5 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 6 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 8 12000029 Ring, Kl[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917#.70711 ENGINE 31 40 38 78 33 33 3 1 29 _o OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 4O[...]

ENGIN F TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 162157 2 17720410 3 ...... _4 - 137352 13 165291 14 13280324 15 13200300 16 STD551237 23 159880 29 137180 31 109202X 32 158990 • 33 123487X 35 17490512 37 137040 38 ....... 40 124028X 44 17490412 46 19091416 62 STD551131 72 71070512 78 17490620 81 128861 DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle/C[...]

TRACTOR-_-MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 SEAT ASSEMBLY KE_; '- PART NO. NO. 1 140123 2 140551 3 STD523710 4 19131610 5 145O06 6 STD541437 7 124181X 8 17490616 9 19131614 10 • 155925 " tl ; 12 DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 Blkfolk Craftsman .. Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (l_k.) Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 -.Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X lOGa CHp Push In Hinged Nut He[...]

DECALS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 13 6 3 13 10 20 1 12 PART NO. KEY KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 156368 Decal, Oper. Instr. 13 163254 2 1-6._ ........ Decal, Hp Engine 14 160396 3 163200 Decal, Hood, R.H. 20 149516 4 163202 Decal, Hood, LH. 21 163207 6 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance - - 138311 8 163203 Decal, Deck Mower EZ - - 15[...]

TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.270711 UFT ASSEMBLY 28 27 2524 23 5 49. 13 _11 • 19 13 19 3O 26 8 ! i / i ! i / i i'i: 5 44[...]

TRACTOR-_ MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 LIFT ASSEMBLY " KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 3 105767X Pin, Groove " 4 12000002 E-Ring 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Gauge 6 120183X Bearing,Nylon 7 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 8 122365X Button,Plunger,Red 11 139865 Link, Uft, LH. 12[...]

MOWER DECK " TRACTOR" - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 21 46[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2707!1 MOWER DECK ._ KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29.. 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 40 41 43 44 45 46 48 49 5O 51 52 53 54 164961 STD533107 138017 138440 STD624008 13O832 850857 STD_51137 140296 134149 129895 137645 128774 11O485X 14O329[...]

- - "TRACTOR,- . MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 :PEERLESS TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 206-508B O..-2/ I- ''71 ! I 4B[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-508B REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 772147 Transaxle Cover 2 78(X)86A Needle Bearing5/8" 3 770128 Tran_ Case 4 776395 Countershaft 5 776409 Output Shah 6 778364 Spur Gear (38 teeth) 6A 778369 Spur Gear (15 teath ) 7 _'-- 778330 Spur Gear (11 teeth)[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 11 -k REOUIRF.8 SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR ][_ISTRUGTION MANUAl_ 5O[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODE L NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 51[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 . RECWJmES S_CU_ _ _AL 127, THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-.MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 52[...]

TRACTOR --MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 ,. ..... BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 878 w 618_ 6@= " 614 783 801 729A[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 ! 304A 481 1005 1 lm _-_r-_" I .54[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 w 127(_ 9878 634_ 104_ 1170 355 _ 95 _ 142_ A 105_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 87_ 11s _ lr_ 5_9 8r_ 355_) 1370 7 51 0 61A_ I_) 55[...]

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270711 BRIGGS & STRAT'J'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER0132-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. : 1:690156 2 399265 :: 3 391086 4494238 5-. 690188 6 94927 7 273763 8 4957'35 9"--+27803 10 94621 11 281246 12 271916 271997 13 94728 15 94239 16 690136 20 291675 22 95187 23 69O222 24 222698 25 692271 6922[...]

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0132-E1 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 294 810104 Adjuster, RockerArm 304 225511 Housing, Blower (Red Outer) :304A 225017 Housing, Blower (Black Inner) 305 94682 Screw,Hex 305A 94822 Screw,Ton(" 306 225020 Shield, Cylinder 307 94930 Screw, Hex 309_-4[...]

SCHEMATIC TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270711 - llllll BATTERY WHITE BED i-- T .... ! A'rPMENT CLUTCH "_ (CLUTCH OFF) ] SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) SPARK IGNITION SWITCH • L - ! OFF IG+M.,I-_N_ I IR_.,rrl . +t I A.v I ! Ru-i 8-,.L /,,K_'_.I. I-_r_rr l.+_+st _ I IGNITION PLUG GAP e _---< ) ' UNIT[...]

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SUGGE_;TED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL . O_ Co SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not I greater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise ext[...]

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