Craftsman 917.271811 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271811• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance° Repair Part

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

I/CHECKLISTBe]ore you operate and enjoy your newtractor, we wish to assure that you receivethe best performance and satisfactionfrom this quality prod

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATFERY CAUTION ORWARNINGENGINE

KNOWYOURTRACTORREADTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOURTRACTORComparetheillustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwi

HOWTO USEYOURTRACTORTO SET PARKING BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. When engineis running, any attempt by the op

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHTThe position of the attachment lift leverdetermines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with thumb and

TO TRANSPORT• Raise attachment liftto highest positionwith attachment lift control.• _hen pushing or towing your tractor,be sure gearshift lever is in

TOSTARTENGINEW;'Jenstadingthe engine for the firsttime or ifthe engine has run ou_offuel _twi_take extracrankingtime to movefuel from the tank to

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

AS YOU COMPLETElllllmCheCk Operator Presence andT _nterlockSystems I/CheckforLooseFasteners t/ I/7 t/Sharpen/ReplaCe Mower Blades II_4Lubrication Char

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

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

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive char

CLEANAIRSCREENAir screen must be kept free of did andcha[_to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.bf all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect p

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretire_ are properly inflated (See "PRODUCTSPEC

BELT INSTALLATION -4. Install new belt in reverse order of"removal.5. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.6. Instal

Gearshift Lever NeutralLock Gate. _ _.i .:_,_ _;_ "_;--_'X Adjustment_" Bo_tTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steedng wheel crossba

REPLACING BATTERY_I,(_AUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLThe choke control has been preset at thefac.tory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as de-scribed below be

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

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEWiil not start 1. Out of fuel.2. Engine not "CHOKED"properly.3. Engine flooded.Hard to startEnginewill not

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSELoea of power 1.ExcessivevibrationCutting too much grass/toofast.2. Throttle in "CHOKE"position.3. Build-u

TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworkingifso equipped)5.Battery will not 1,charge 2,3.4.Engine &quo

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMB ER 917.271811BATTERYAMMETER__(OPTIONAL)_-_ _ ' ÷ _°FUSE I i STARTER_,'_ :© ', O-_-n I _ ...j l SOLENO

TRACTOR- MODEL NU MBER 917.271811ELECTRICAL2134

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1281011121621222425262728293O334O414243455255163465 Batten/12 VOLT 28 AMP7476041

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271811CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES28581253555720723546O3742O72O836

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.271811CHASSISANDENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis Assembly2 176554 Brawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 15

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811GROUND DRIVE5770116• 2226 2738

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER gl 7.271811GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO_ NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62Peedess

III.CHILDRENTragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperatorisnot alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowing acti

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811L i\\\\\\\\\4O

STEERINGTRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271811KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION123456789lO111315172628293o32363738394o4142434446475154636667687182858891NOTE;13976

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.2718113914381332 3431 332329OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester42

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811KEYNO.12345678101112131416172325262729313233343738394581PARTNO. DESCRIPTION170547 Control, Throt Paddle17720410

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Seat 3350 BIk/blk Craftsman 13 121248X

DECALSTRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.2718118 713KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1766813 1716964 1716975 1772536 1336447 1772658 1718089 16320411 156368KEY PARTDES

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811LIFT ASSEMBLY133131913 _ 2032321915152046

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271811LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire ASSembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767X

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271811MOWER DECK34 _ 21119118_ L11_ 112118 i2748

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271811MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.165892ST05331071380174 1654605 BTD6240086 1306328 8508579 STD551137

• 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 917.271811PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C13I5O

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271811PEERLESSTRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transaxle Cover 39

TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271811BRIGGS & STRA'I'FONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E122 ,_

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER0147-E1842524 O441147394 391121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT51

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271811BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 461707, TYPENUMBER 0147-E1968:97_;'9674452221 689 113_1137/_789861 FUEL

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271811BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1332_ 197_934_ 75_10061005_ 363_3O4307 A 865A447307|

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271811BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707,TYPENUMBER0147-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 4

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271811BRIGGS&STRATFONENGINE-MODELNUMBER461707,TYPENUMBER0147-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION333

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLl& perate your Tractor up and down the face of slo

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3.5 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°FAPI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: 3.

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Steering Wheel©Steedng '_'f_"Wheel Insert(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4_ SteeringWheel_ , Adapter@(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Large Flat Wa

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

LabelI-INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set asi