Craftsman 917.271641 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRnFT MRWI16.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No917.271641• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• Re

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frontof mower d

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATrE BY CAUTION OR REVERSE FOR

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize y

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

• 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

BEFORE STARTINGTHE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELTh.e engine in your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filredwith summer weight oil.1.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UPBefore driving the unit in cold weather,the transmission should be warmed up asfollows:1, Be sure the tractor is on leve

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICECheck Brake Operation I1_ I1_Check Tire pressure fl_Check OperatOr Presence andJnledOCk

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

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original eq

Oil Drain Valve"-Closed _Dram TubeandCap_CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating.

" Fuel )/CLEANINGClean en_line, battery, seat, finish, etc.i of fore=gn matter.allKeep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc

TOLEVELMOWERHOUSINGAdjustthemowerwhiletractorisparkedonlevelgroundordriveway.Makesuretlr_sarepropedyinflated(See"PROD-UCT SPECIF)CATtONS" se

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

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROLLEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe motion control lever has been presetat the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.1. Loosen

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -1. Connect each end of the RED cable to{he POSITIVE (+) terminal of eachbattery, taking care not to shortagainst chassis•2. C

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and sys-tems, which are being done at thecustomers expense, may be performedb

ACCELERATION TEST -4. Move throttle control lever from slow tofast position. If engine hesitates ordies, turn idle mixture valve out(counterclockwise)

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the s,eason or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore,• I,CAUTION: Never store th

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet endthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions coul

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMWillnotstartHard to startEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks butwill not startCAUSE1, Out of fuel,2. Engine not "CHO

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMLOSSof powercontinued)ExcessivevibrationEnginecontinuesto run whenoperator leavesseat with.attachmentclutch engagedPoorcut

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CORRECTIONPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)Battery will notchargeLoss of driveEngine "backf

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641BAKERYAMMETER__(OPTIONAL)GL_ At(IGNITIONSWITCHIGNITION SWITCHRED I I_oFUSE , 1_ _Ii_- _ _ _ _ S_K, i STARTE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,271641ELECTRICAL22JI iqi iJ_ip_ijjs ii i2934

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144925 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/48 156417 C

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES122075452555736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 155

IHAL; I UI'I - - MUUI-L NUNI_t-I'I _11f.Z/1t)41GROUND DRIVEii 21270116533O38

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transmission (See Breakdown) 66 154778 K

IlL CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641STEERING ASSEMBLYj-_L •- __ :LI), , | , ,"'-LLL_-- L'--:: ""4O

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 SteedngWheel2 154427 Axle Assembly STM P Dropped STL3 169840 Spi

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,2716413728162J134i334O29OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester23147842

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170545 Control Throt/Ch2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T3 ... Engine

I HA(.; I UH - - MUUI:;L NU MI_I- H 917.271541SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140122 Seat 3350 BIk/bik Craftsma

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2716411312102OKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1568112 1717613 1716964 1716976 1336447 1772

I i-I_t_ I un " - iVI_K.SI_f- INtt.XlVl D_.rl _ I I ,_1 I fDq} ILIFT ASSEMBLY75// /1323619133213 31 _32 "/13192O 201546

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift3 105767X

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641MOWER DECK153 1_4 44i_" _ ! _-14556_ ¢1 ! 59 148.- i 32,; i 30 i_'_ ' 102_34 "i_21Ii \i 147142 -

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 53 1318452 STD533107 Bo

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-051014_.5O

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322o0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main Housin

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,'P(PE NUMBER 0137-E1"k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53_TO NSTALL

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271641BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E151I'_'+<_+ _l53

I I_#.lv I ken " - IVIUI./P-.6 |MUIVII_CM _ I /._/ 104 IBRIGGS & STRAT[ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1801L 1036 LABEL*EMISS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET15` I1095 VALVE GASKE

I tlA_., tuft - - MULJ_t. NUMt_H 917,271_41BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271641BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707,TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONol_oSIGHTINGONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLI p. Operate your Tractor up and down the

PRODUCTSPECIFICA_ONSG_,SOLINECAPACITYANDTYPE:OILTYPE_,PI-SFoSj):1.25 GALLONSUNLEADEDREGULARSAE 30 (ABOVE 32°FSAE 5W-30(BELOW 32"F)OIL CAPACITY: 3

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SteeringWheelInsert.C)](1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1Steerin!_BootSteering Wheel(1) Lockwasher 3/8(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 1-1/4(1) Locknut5

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

LabelBatterDoorINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1, Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and