Craftsman 917.270814 User Manual

Owner’s ManualCRRFTIMRH*19.5 HPELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.270814• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Mainte

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGINGSimply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the oroduct Learn and understand their meaning. ^ ‘QAa;XBATTERYCAUTIO

KNOW YOUR XRACTOR^ ^ ^ ^ ^^^^^^ ^^ ^ ^ _READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with

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

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHTThe cutting height is controiled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.• Turn knob clockwise (ry)

TO TRANSPORT• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift controL• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever i

TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from t

MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance

MAINTENANCECUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL tN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE✓✓ÖCMvil;i: DATESCheck Tin Pressure✓Check Operato

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty..'...‘...;...2Maintenance...Sáfety Rulés...,...

• Keep battery and terminals cleari.• Keep battery bolts tight. ,• Keep small vent holes open.• Rechargeât 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The ori

Top Air GulEngine Cooling Rns 'Air Guide Cover (Both Sides)AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam p

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS^CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments*• Depress clutch/brake pedal fuiiy and set parking brake. '• Plac

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECI

BELT INSTALLATION -• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.• Install m

Gearshift LeverNeu№J Lock GateAdjustment BoltTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when whe

REPLACING BATTERY^CAUTION: Do not short battety" terminals by allowing a wrench or any' other object to contact both terminals at the same t

control (locate on d£№h panel) to full choke position. ; ^' Remove ajr cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (se

STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.il^CAUTION: Never

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTOut of fuel.Engine not “CHOKED” properly.Engine flooded.Bad spark plug.Dirty air filter.Dirty fuel filter.Water in fuel.• Loose

SAFETY RULES• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.•

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONEngine clicks but• Loose or damaged wiring.• Check all wiring.will not start (cont’d)• Faulty solenoid or s

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONPoor cut - uneven (cont’d)• Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around m

SERVICE NOTES32

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814L0JHEADUGHTSIGNITION SWITCHposmoNCIRCUIT"HAKE"OFTQ + M + LNONERliN/LIGHTB + LA +YRUNB + LNONESTA

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814ELECTRICAL34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9Í7.27Ü814KEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1163465Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP274760412Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20ur№ x 3/487603JCase Batte

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1166819Chassis Assembiy2140356Drawbar317490612Screw, Thd, Roll. 3/8-1

GROUND DRIVETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814- '•"'iw */38

GROUND DRIVETRACTOR - - MOD^L NUMBER 917.270814KEYNO.123456810111314 18192122242526272829303132343536373839404142474849505152535556PARTNO. DESCRIPTION

SAFETY RULESKeep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.Never tamper with safety devices. Check

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814STEERING ASSEMBLY^---4140

TRACTOR - r MODEL NUMBER 917.270814STEERING ASSEMBLYKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1139768Steering V№eel2154427Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL3156483 Spindle

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27081442

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814KEYPARTNO.NO.11621522177204103414972351440696144068713812961501761014555211STDSS112512STD52250713165287141328

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814SEAT ASSEMBLYKEYPARTKEYPARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTIONNO.NO.DESCRIPTION1140123Seat 3350 BIk/bIk Craftsman13121248XBushing Sna

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814KEY PART NO. NO.1 1564392 1653923 1632004 1632025 1632076 1336447 16325989167180163204DESCRIPTIONDeca

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814LIFT ASSEMBLY46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814LIFT ASSEMBLYKEYPARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTION1159460Lift Lever inner Wire Assembly2 159471Shaft Assembly, Lift3105767XPin.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814MOWER DECK102 10348

MOWER DECKTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^270814KEYPARTNO.NO.11649612STD533107313801741384405ST0624008613083288508579STD551137101402961113414912129895131

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOUNE CAPACITY AND TYPE:35 GALLONSUNLEADEDREGULAROIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):SAE 30 (above 32*F) SAE5W-30 (below 32“F)OIL CAPACITY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C0—20-7167160-^ r?%47. !w^ Iter ."€«://14..8750

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEYPARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTION1772147Transaxle Cover2780086ANeedle Bearing 5/8&qu

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-El^3 552A ®10«»^1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SETi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-El* REQUIRES SPEQAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

TRACTOR • MODEL NUMBER 917.270814BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-El697 ^54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-ElKEY PART NO. NO.1920498583 399265 91086 493304

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.270814BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-ElKEYPARTNO.NO.358 49586838389838386693490391 69

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RtDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILLOl<DAoperate your Tractor up and down the face of

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKPARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16x1(1) Lockwasher 3/8(1) Locknut 5/16-18(1) Shoulder

For in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week1 -800-4-MY-HOME^ (1 -800-469-4663)Para pedir servicio de reparación a domici

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKPARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE(2) Screws #10x5/8(2) Lock Washers #10(2) Weld Nuts «10(2) Washers 3/16 X 3/4 X 16 GaugePar

ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assemt^ed at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and pr

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCONNECT BATTERY• Lift hood to raised position.• If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on labe