Craftsman 917.271813 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

19.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271813

• 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 product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat

Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

visit our Craftsmanwebsite:www.sears.corn/craftsman

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

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

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

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19

Maintenance ....................................... 19

Service and Adjustments .................... 23

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

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

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

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, 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 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 wom during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limitedto, 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,

eisctdcal 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 =usedfor

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

dwellings or in usage where profit is made.

LIMITED g0 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'I-rERY

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

equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship end our testing determines

the battery will not hold acharge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-

ranty service is available free of charge by retuming 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 LOCATETHE 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, Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179

MPORTANT:Thscuttingmachineiscapable.ofamputatingI'_...dsand.feetand

throwingobacts. Failure to observe the tallowing sarety Instruct=onsCoula resun in

serious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, end follow all

instmctiorlsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instmCtiens,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 surethe area isclear of other

people before mov_r_3- Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

utely necessary. Always lock clown

and behind before and while back ng.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

directionand do not point itat 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. Alwaystum 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 gc<_dartif_el

light.

•Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch fortraffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or

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

protectthemselves and others from

serious injury.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related toIoss-of-

contro and tipover accidents which can

result in severe in ury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

maw it.

DO:

•Mow up and down dopes, not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, orbu_rnps.

Uneven terrain could overtum the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles.

•Use slowspeed. Choose a low gear

so that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations tot 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

end gradual Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stoppingon aslope. 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 maw near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments, The mower could

suddenly turn over if awheel is over

the edge of a cliffor ditch, or it an edge

caves In.

•Do not maw on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilizethe machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

dopes-

Ill.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperator

isnotaledtothepresenceofchildren.

Childrenare 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 aled and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and downfor small children.

•Nevercarrychildren. They may fall off

and be sedously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, 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 a machine 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 ragulady.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debds build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspectthe equipment ifyou

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before rastarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairswith

the 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 r_lace 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 servicingthem.

• 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 chiidran

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 ifchildren

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 ovedum the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you willnot 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, sh_ into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do notturn on slopes unless neces.

sery, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look forthis symbol to pointout

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONI!I BECOME ALERTIfl YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disoonnectspark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose contrct of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Towonly 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

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy ofa load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the groundand cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_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 accassories 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.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE 3.5GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

)ILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

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

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

GAP: .030") OR J19LM

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1sT 1.2

2N° 1.5

3_° 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

REAR: 10PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BAT'rERY

SYSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1 R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

ofa new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you

the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you expedence any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contacta

Sears or other qualifiedservice center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

clans and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair 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, cadng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the Instructionsunder "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual,

•kWARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or gress-covered land unless the

engine's exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local

or state laws (ifany). If aspark 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 Cede). Other

states may have similarlaws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service center

(See REPAIR PARTS section ofthis

manual).

Steering Wheel

_(1)HexBolt

Ill Large Flat Washer

(l) HexBolt 5/16-18X1-1/4 (1) L 6-1 _(I>L 3/8 r=l

_/ Steedng II

IIIIIIII IISteedng Wheel _J_ Extension I I

,_, Adapter _S'_tg _haft U

(1) Washer

17/32 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge

_(1) Knob

Keys Slope Sheet

(2) 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. 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 (2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Utility knife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, fromyour pointof

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steedng

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom, along lines on

eli fourcomers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'I'FACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1, Slide extension shaft onto lower

steering shaft, Align mountingholes

in eXtensionand lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex belt and locknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten belt and nut

securelyto 18-22 ft. Ibstorque.

2. Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steedng shaft extension.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to dght) 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 gdll.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor isto roll off skid.

Insert

_L a::: rFlat

stoo ow2 sh°r

Wheel _:_: Boot

'_ _Tabs

Extension _

Shaft _ _Adagler

5/16

Locknut_5/16

""_'_ HexBoil

Lower ,, ._.-...

Steenng_ _, . ,

Shaft ,'-"_ jl "_Tab

_'- /, : Slots

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'I'I'E RY

1. Lift hoodto raised position.

NOTE: Ifthis baftery isput into service

after month end year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See =BATTERY"in Maintenance

section ofthis manual for charging

instructions).

..-"P_,* o_ °-... ~

,* J_

_°_ _

_%°'*_..,.

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seal before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer secudng 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 belt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder belt in slot and pull seat

towards rear oftractor.

5. Pivotseat 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. Seat

Seat Pan_,

Bolt

NOTE: You may now rollor drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropdate

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 liftlever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake 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 DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_.WARNING: Before starting read,

understand and follow all instructions n

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front oftractor is clear of

other people and ob ects.

1. Be sure a the above assemb y steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operatingposition,

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 liftlever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle controlto Idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE' positionand hold. Move

gearshift laver to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set perking

brake and place gearshift lever In

neutral po,_ion.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

updght 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 roar latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not removedeflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to reston plate while in operation.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove muioher 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 mulcber blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Mulcher

Latch

Hooks

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure isimportantfor best

cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

ofthis 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 ofthis

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER PosmoN OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of thismanual. Verify that the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, checkto see that the brake is

propedy adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

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