Craftsman 917.271654 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMRN°ILAWN TRACTOR17 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.271654This product has a low emission engi

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.MABATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FO

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

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

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Donot overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section

P,AS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE /"_,,//_'/_'"_ S ERVICED A TESCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator Presence a

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

• Keepbatteryand terminalsclean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original equip

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

Service air cleaner more often underdusty conditions.1. Remove knob(s) and cover.TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER2. Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.3. Wash

,_ WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place ge

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SP

MandrelIdlerPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe right side of the transaxle.If tract

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

Weak or Dead Fully ChargedBattery BatteryREPLACING BA'I-rERYz__WARNING: Do not short b.atteryterminals Dy allowing a wrencn or anyother object to

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems, whichare being done at the customers expense,may be performed by

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore._CAUTION- Never store the tr

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notCAUSE1.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power.2.3.4.5.6.7. Dirty

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will 1. Obstruction

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654SCHEMATICBATTERYREOAMMETER(OPTIONAL)W_ITE_ GNITIO_SWITCHSOLENOIDSTARTER8tJ_CKIGNITION SWITCHPOSITION CIRCUIT =MAKE&

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER !117.2716542928\///!/_J32

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1634652 747604128 17668916 17613821 17568822 4152J24 4799J25 14614726 175158

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES39166582O82O8:34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 155

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654GROUND DRIVE57197813736 34,.-" I I 11624 2836

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654GROUND DRIVEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown)Peerless206-545C2 146682 Spring Brake Return3 123

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654STEERING ASSEMBLY... .___j iI-o_,i, ,'------_,_JJ\\\\\\68473067676743i II¸38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 1_2720168 120000299 3366R10 17512

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overtu

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27165481478 ,_333140 3329I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT tSpark Arrester14KEY PARTNO, NO.1 1705452 1772040834 13735213 1652911

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654LIFTASSEMBLY713632,8// /i !"I' .!6131913---o 3219132O2OKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1594602 1594713 105767X4 12000002

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654SEAT ASSEMBLY512KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 170006169 19131614

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2716546 3 47 210:0141315KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563682 1820183 1772784 1772795 1814506 1336447 1772538 1723319 16320410 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654MOWER DECK157158._153 15415634i1614182123242829 _\25262744

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 53 1318452 STD533107 Bo

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C4715741A _J2g46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transa

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1_r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS F;._TO INSTALL. SEE R

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E18751 711_I 1019 LABEL KIT 1I 1058 OWNER'S

• Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E13091703€_P_5_ 803iI 1036 LABEL-EMISSION

TRACTOR -" MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1977 CARB._URETOR GASKET SET51 _ 137 O276_)

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER Q137-E1KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 690156 Cylinder As

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271654BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 310707, TYPE NUMBER 0137-E1KEY PARTNO. NO.287 691002304 690644305 6909603

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION1, Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that its left edg

Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,no matter who made it, no

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25Capacity and Unleaded andType: RegularOilType SAE 30 (above 32°F)API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacity: 3.0

\/SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel3/8o16 x 1\(1) Locknut 1/2-20(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x 1-1/4_ Steedng WheelAdapter(1) Locknut 1/4-28SteeringExtensionSt

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

TerminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set as