Craftsman 917.271732 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

JCRnFTSMIIN°J

17.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271732

• Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

aboutthis 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

Warran_ ............................................... 2

Safety t<ules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

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

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

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 17

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

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

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

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

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

Parts Ordering ..................... 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, lubdcated 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 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.

This Warranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

• 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

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained 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 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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. War-

ranty 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

ThisWarranty 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, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin 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 ofobjects 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 inplace.

• 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 daylightor 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 loadingor

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

•Data indicatesthat 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.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injuryor death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back upthe slope or if you feel

uneasy on Jr,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 stopor shift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dationsfor whee_weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityof 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 rose 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 notmow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliffor ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do notrnow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

Ill. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidents can occur if the operator

is notalert 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

notsmoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never storethe machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run amachine inside a closed

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

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 machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15°Max),

notacross.

•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.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift

whileontheslope.

• Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope.If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the stope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowty.

•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

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONH! BECOMEALERT!!! 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 ofthe

tractor.

_, CAUTION: Towonlythe 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, white on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_kWARNING: 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

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS

3APACITY UNLEADED

_NDTYPE: REGULAR

:)iLTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

:)IL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.0 PINTS

_PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: ,030")

3ROUND SPEEDFORWARD:

MPH): 1sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3R° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

FIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

.3HARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

3YSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3ATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT, LBS.

FORQUE:

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

ARepair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears

store for details.

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" sectionsof 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

aspark an'ester meeting applicable local

or state laws (if any). If aspark arrester is

used, it should be maintained in effective

workingorder 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 Insert

C) Steering Wheel

1) HexBolt _(_,,_ (1) Lock

washer

_ 3/8-16 x 1 3/8

Steedn_

Boot

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

_!_ Steedng

Wheel Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18 x 1-1/4

t teering

Extension

Shaft

f\ Seat

-_. (1) Washer

%_J 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12

Gauge

#_; (1) Knob

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Keys

Video Cassette

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.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

(2) 1/2"wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

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 comers of carton, and lay

panels fiat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

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. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steedng 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.

6. Assemble large fiat 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 ronoff skid.

j _Large Flat

_'_2 _, i Washer

_/_.._e nsionShaft

5/16 Locknut_ _''5/16 Hex Bolt

Lower _'_,_ "'_I _,

Steerinn/I- "_- " "" '_'_I

Shaft ° _'"- ,_,- k

"'-"-.:.II.Y s,ots

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Lift seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is put intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

batteryfor minimum ofone hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Label

Ba_er

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

h,djustseat before tightehing 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 oftractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and fiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat untila comfortable position

is reached whichallows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat withoutmoving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely,

Seat

Bolt

FlatWlsh._ _

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 liftlever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place geamhift lever in neutral (N)

position.

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 all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor isclear

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. 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 full

"BRAKE" position end hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10. Turn ignition key to "OFF" position,

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovarinflated

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 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

replacing motion and mower blade drive

beltsin the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual, Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor,check tosee that the brake is

properlyadjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1, Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright posJflon.

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 intohole on back of

mower deck.

A(_,CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and aflow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

Mulcher

Plate

Shield

"/CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor,we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1hour at 6 amps).

,/'Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

v'AII tires are properlyinflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

`/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled

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

results. (Tires must be properly inflated

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 stillsecure 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 Jsin safe

operating condition.

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store n

a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: Itis not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also. 10

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