Craftsman 917.271633 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMRWI16.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271633• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Mainte

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)t. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frentof mower d

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BAI"FERY CAUTION OR REVERS

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiadze you

The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye

• The average lawn should be cut toapproximately 2-1/2 inches during thecool season and to over 3 inchesduring hot months. For healthier andbetter loo

ADD GASOLINE• Fillfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon and le

MOWINGTIPS• Mower should be propedy leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of

MAINTENANCESCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLE3EREGULAR SERVICECh,v_kBrakeOperation t/ t/CheckT'.. Pm_uro t,/ t/Check Operator Prese_cs a_dInterlo

TRACTORAlwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperforminganymaintenance.BRAKEOPERATIONIftractorrequiresmore than six (6) feetstoppingdistance at high speed inhigh

BA'n'ERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withm autom

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications...

Closed Oil DrainValveand _Locked DrainTubepositionCaCLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverhea

3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaksand clamps are properly positioned.4. Immediately wipe up any spilledgasoline.Clamp__ _-_ ClampFuelRl_erCLEANIN

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjustthe mower white tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suret res are properly inflated (See PROD-UCT SPECIFICA

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools, Perk the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake,BELT R

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVERNEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxle should be in neutral whenthe gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lockgate) position.The adju

PositiveTerminal Negative TerminalNutRexBcltBatteryposi_ve TerminalNegative TerminalREPLACING BATTERY_CAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowi

ENGINEMaintenance,repair,or replacementof theemissioncontroldevines and systems,whichare beingdoneat the customersexpense,may be performedby any r&apo

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore._I,CAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWilln_startHard to startEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks bulwill not start1. Out of fuel.2. Engine not

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART'ROBLEM CAUSELoss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/toofast.Exceaslve_ibratlonEngine continuese runwhen operatorleaves seat

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing o.bects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMowerbladeswill 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction,not rotate mechanism.2. Wom/damaged mower

TRACTOR'" MODEL NUMBER 917,271633NOTE31

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633ELECTRICALi iii\/ti/i/

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION12816212224252627282930334O4142434552144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP74760412 Bolt

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES2O7.-647420834

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633CHASSISAND ENCLOSURESKEYNO.1235910111213141718252628293O313738515253S455576O64741421431441452O62O72O8212PARTNO. DESCR

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,271633GROUNDDRIVE177163113J6216816615651518262736

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.271633GROUNDDRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883R Cover Peda

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633STEERINGASSEMBLY:38

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Steedng Wheel2 154427 Front Axle Assembly3 169840 Spledle Assemb

III.CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are otlen attracled to themachine and the mowi

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633ENGINE6213429OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester23KEY pARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170545 Cont rolThrottle/Choke2 17720410

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633LIFTASSEMBLY713117_ 6121323615KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1594602 1594713 105767X4 120000025 192116216 120163X7 125631X8 122365

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633SEATASSEMBLY=4\ %__1173 12 115KEY pARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pi

DECALSTRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 9172716336 47 27101314KEY PARTNO, NO.1 1563682 1742103 1716964 1716975 1766776 1336447 1772538 1723319 163204KEY PARTDESC

TRACTORo- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633MOWERDECK_ lO5106 102 103:!_!4 1/06IO2_t34\222232429 2744

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTIONI 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 139888 B

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633DANATRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER D4360-1402O21222431322533_57_13596946768

TRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633DANATRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1709812 2274J3 1344

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1REQUIRES SPEC AL TOOLS 53 .,'OTO I

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS & STRATI'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1467_ 971i176404_616t 614P[ 1019 LABEL KIT ] ,

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoid starting or stoppingon a slope. Iftires lose t

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS & STRA]'FONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1(_ 305 _I 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS I_ 287_1 363

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1977CA,.. RBURE'rORGA,, SKET SET.1095 VALVE GAS

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271633BRIGGS& STRATrON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESC

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FUR _SAI-P- UI-'_-H/._ ==uNGUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLI p. Operate your Tractor up and do

Forrepairofmajorbrand appliances in your own home...nomatter who made it,no matter who sold it]1-800-4-MY-HeM E_ Anyt_r_ dayo,r_,ght(14_0-469_53) {U.&

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS3ASOLINE 1.25CAPACITY UNLEADEDA.NDTYPE: REGULAR3ILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)_,PI-SF - SJ): SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: 3.0

Steering WheelSteeringWheet Insert(1) Large Flat Washer(1) HexBolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4Wheel11)Locknut 5/16-18_ (11Lockwasher 3/8 1['[J_[:_ Steering _

Yournew tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper opera

/abe_BatterDoorTerminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1, Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpac