Craftsman 917.271532 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271532

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers toyourquestions

about this product,Call:

1-800-659-59t7

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5prn, Mon -Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.conYcraftsman

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

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

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

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

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

MaintenanceSchedule......................17

Maintenance ....................................... 17

Service and Adjustments .................... 21

Storage ............................................... 27

Troubleshooting ................................. 28

Repair Parts ........................................ 32

Parts Ordedng ..................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's

manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in

material or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your

Craftsman riding equipmentto your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but atrip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil tilters.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator 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

debns, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). in general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this dding

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hofiman Estates, IL 60179

MPORTAN'r: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould resut in

seriousinjury or death.

I.GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand,and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machinebeforestarting.

• Only allow responsibleadults,who are

familiar withthe instructians,to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objectssuchas rocks,

toys,wire, etc., whichcould be picked

upand thrownby the blade.

• Be sure the area is clearof otherpeople

beforemowing, Stop machine if anyone

entersthe area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unlessabsolutely

necessary. Always lookdown and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware ofthe mower discharge

directionand do not point it at anyone,

Do notoperatethe mower without either

the entiregrass catcheror the guard in

place.

•Slowdown beforeturning.

• Never leave a runningmachine

unattended. Always turnoff blades,set

parkingbrake,stop engine, and remove

keys beforedismounting.

•Turnoff blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcheror uncloggingchute.

•Mow onlyin daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

•Watch for trafficwhen operatingnear or

crossingroadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ingthe machineintoa traileror truck.

•Data indicatesthatoperators, age 60

years and above, are involvedin a large

percentageof riding mower-related

injuries.These operatorsshould

evaluate their abilityto operate the riding

mowersafely enoughto protect them-

selves and othersfrom serious injury.

•Keepmachinefree of grass, leavesor

other debrisbuild-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust/engine parts and burn. Do

not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris whichcan cause build-

upto occur.Clean anyoil orfuel

spillagebefore operatingor storingthe

machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopesare a majorfactor related toloss-of-

controland tipoveraccidents,whichcan re-

suit in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. Ifyou cannotback 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 couldovedum 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 recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improvestability.

Use extra care withgrass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabiJityof 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 bosetraction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tam slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drep-offs, dftches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly tam over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction couldcause sliding.

•Do not try tostabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grasscatcheron steep

slopes.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragic accidentscan occurif the operator

is not alert tothe 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 injuredor 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 obscurevision.

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

a.rea.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamperwith safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machinefree of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machineto coolbefore

storing.

•Stop and inspectthe equipment ifyou

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catchercomponents 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.

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• Be sure the area is clear of other

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.

• Be alert and turn machineoff if children

enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

not across.

•Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree

limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes,ruts, or bumps.

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwill 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

CAUTIONIE[ BECOMEALERTI!! YOUR

SAFETY ISINVOLVED.

_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, transport-

ing, 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 onlythe attachments

that are recommendedby 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. ]ires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engineexhaus some of

its constituents, and certain ve'hicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defecLs or other repro-

ductive harm.

_I,WARNING: Battery posts terminals

and related accessones conta nead 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

GASOUN r= 1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

_ND TYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)

_,PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RCt2YC

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST 1.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3.4

5TH 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPSHEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U1R

3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS

FORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of anew 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 qualifiedservice center.

We have competent, well-trainod techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintainyour tractor properly.

Alwaysobserve the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contactyour nearestSears

store fordetails.

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 manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

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

used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California 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 available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt (1)

5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Locknut

5/16-18

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Seat

tSteedng

Extension

Shaft

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

11)Knob

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Video Cassette Slope Sheet

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 before

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 (1) Pliers

(1) 1/2"wrench (1) Utilityknife

(1) 33rapressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manuel, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR 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 comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

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.

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 forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter

onto steering shaft extension.

5. Position steedng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT:. Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

SteeringWheel

_Inse_

_La_8 H,eaxt_i_;sher

3/8 Lockf_

Wash_

Steering Whee_ab s

SteeringBoot f _"

Adapter_Extension

v,_j Shaft

D'kou to"o"

Lower ," "'_-L.-.

Steering_,_ "'::" "-

sha. _ ", ",,

' "" _ Slots

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

t. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put into service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See =BA'rrERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

_rminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustmentknob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packingand set aside for assembly of

seat totractor,

2. Pivotseat upwardand remove from

the cardboard packing, Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan sohead of

shoulderbolt is positioned over large

stotted holein pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulderbolt in slot and pull seat

towardsrear oftractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6, Lower seat into operating positionand

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.

Seat

Bo]t

FiatWasher

AdjustmentKnob=p B

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor

from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutclVbrake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_I,WARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all 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 gasolina.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into lull

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to tst gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

s]owly drive tractoroff skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

lO.Tum ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tiros on your tractor were ovednflated

at the fadory 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 cuttingresults, mower housing

should be propedy 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

rep_ecieg motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routedcorrectly.

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 receive

the bestperformance and satisfaction

fromthis Quality Product,

Please review the followingchecklist:

,,'All assembly instructions have been

completed.

./No remaining loose parts in carton.

./Battery is properlyprepared and

charged. (Minimum 1hour at 6 amps).

./Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

.//'Alltires are properlyinflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overlnfiatedat the factory).

./Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rearfor best cutting

results. (Tires must be properlyinflated

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 the following

important items:

./Engine oil is at proper level.

./'Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

./Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

./Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition.

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