Craftsman 917.271065 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

J[RIIFTSMRN°I

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271065

•Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers toyour 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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty...............................................2

SafetyRules.........................................3

ProductSpecifications..........................6

Assembly..............................................8

Operation............................................11

Maintenance...'.............t......................18

MaintenanceSchedule......................18

Serviceand Adjustments....................23

Storage...............................................29

Troubleshooting.................................30

RepairParts........................................34

PartsOrdering.....................BackCover

LIMITED'I3NOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

Fortwo(2)yea,rsfromthedateof purchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtunedupaccordingto the instructionsin theowner's

rna,nual,Sears_will_rep_iror replace,freeof charge,anypartsfoundtobe defectivein

mater_lorL_o_'kmanship.Warrantyserviceis availablefree of chargebyreturning

yeurOraftsmar_ridingequipmentto yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-home

warrar_tyserviceis:availablebuta tripchargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonly

whilethisproductisin theUnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchasblades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,beltsaridoil filters.

• TirerepFaaementor repaircausedbypuncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchas nails,

thorns,Stl_rnps,orglass..._

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,includingbut notlimitedto, damage

causedby towingobjectsbeyondthecapabilityofthe ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthatbendtheframeorcrankshaft,oroverspeedingtheengine.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbut notlimitedto,

electricalandmechanicaldamagecausedbyimproperstorage,failureto usethe

propergradeandamountof engineoil,failureto keepthedeckclearofflammable

debris,orthefailureto maintaintheequipmentaccordingto the instructions

containedin the owner'smanual.

• Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedby fueldeterminedto be contami-

natedoroxidized(stale).Ingeneral,fuelshouldbe usedwithinthirty(30)daysofits

purchasedate.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialorrentalpurposes.A productis"usedfor

commercialpurpose"if is usedforany purposeotherthansinglefamilyhousehold

dwellingsor in usagewhereprofit ismade.

LIMITED90DAYWARRANTYONBATTERY

Forninety(90)daysfromdateof purchase,if anybatteryincludedwiththisriding

equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipandour testingdetermines

thebatterywillnot holdacharge,Searswillreplacethebatteryat nocharge.Warranty

serviceisavailablefreeof chargeby returningyour Craftsmanridingequipmentto

yournearestSearsServiceCenter. In-homewarrantyserviceis availablebutatrip

chargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethis productis intheUnitedStates.

TOLOCATETHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERORTOSCHEDULEIN-

HOMEWARRANTYSERVICE,SIMPLYCONTACTSEARSAT1-800-4-MY-HOME

ThisWarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,andyou mayalsohaveotherrights

whichmayvaryfromstatetostate.

Sears,RoebuckandCo.,D/817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

serious injury or death.

I, GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as

rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be

picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• 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

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-up which can touch

hot exhaust /engine parts and burn.

Do not allow the mower deck to plow

leaves or other debris which can cause

build-up to occur.

Clean any oil or fuel spillage before

operating or storing the machine. Allow

machine to cool before storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or if you feel

uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across. "

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the ed.ge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow

engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

• Be sure the area is clear of other •Be alert and turn machine off if children

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire 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 traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_A, WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

)ILTYPE

API-SF-SJ):

OIL CAPACITY:

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30(above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

_PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND FORWARD: 5.5

SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHT

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on thi.=

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintair

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine anc

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless t

engine's exhaust system is equipped w

a spark arrester meeting applicable Ioc

or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester

used, it should be maintained in effecti\

working order by the operator.

In the state of Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is availabl,

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1

Steering j

Boot

Steering Wheel

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_= Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t teering

Extension

Shaft

Seat

(_Washer

(_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys Video Cassette

Droi

For Future Use

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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 befo

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Tire pressure (1) Utility knife

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

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 forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

_Insert

_33/88Hle_B°_,_ash.,

"_ Lar F

__ ge lat

_,_ Washer

Steedng'_ SSteering Boo

Adapter_ "_Tabs

Shaft

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into cent

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove a

staples in skid that may puncture tire

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised position and

open battery box door.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on labe

(label located between terminals) cha_

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-1(

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Battery

Door

Termin

Terminal

iNSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1, Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3, Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Flat

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instructionbelow to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmis-

sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

,_WARNiNG: Before starting read

understand and follow a instructions in

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front of tractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly drive tractor off

skid,

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position,

11 .Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If,previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

A(_k,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Mulcher

_I, Plate

Latch

._ Hooks

TO CONVERTTO 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 de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovednflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important for 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 leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

V'CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you receh

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

v'All assembly instructions have been

completed.

v"No remaining loose parts in carton.

v_Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amp_

v"Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

,/'All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly level,

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cuttit

results. (Tires must be properly inflat_

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sut

they are routed properly around pulle

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connectim

are still secure and wires are properl!

clamped.

v"Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

important items:

v" Engine oil is at proper level.

v" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

VBecome familiar with all controls -th,

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

v" Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

,It It is important to purge the transmiss

before operating your tractor for the t

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (S

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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