Craftsman 917.272350 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualI(.nFT$MnN°lLAWN TRACTOR15.5 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272350This product has a low emission en

CHECKTIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-rect tire pressure is important for bestcutting

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.R N H L I\IREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glassesor ey

These heights are approximate and mayvary depending upon soil conditions,height of grass and types of grass beingmowed.• The average lawn should be cu

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Us

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE i _ ._- .,_. ._._z _=__.S_._'__._ _._ _ o_" ,/_REGULAR SERVICE DATESC::::: TB_rak;reOsPse_:'°n _Check Operator Pre

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

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use.However, periodic charging of the batterywith an automotive charge

Warranty...2SafetyRules...3ProductSpecifications...

AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using adirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner afterevery 25 hours of operation or everyseason. Service pape

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

5. Connect suspension arms to reardeck brackets and secure with retainersprings.6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassisbracket and secure with retainer sp

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT

BELT INSTALLATION -1. Carefully work new belt down betweentransaxle belt keepers and onto theinput pulley.2. Slide belt into the center span keeper.3.

REPLACING BATTERY_WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before con

2. Check that holes "A" in governorcontrol lever and hole in governor plateline-up. If holes "A" are not aligned,loosen clamp scre

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more._WARNING: Never store t

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMWill not startiHard to startiEngine will notturn

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerCAUSE CORRECTION.2.3.4.5.6.7. Dirty fuel filter.8. Stal

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions co

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatei Poor grassidischarg

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350SCHEMATIC÷0Eo o1113 0LAoKBATTERY//REOAMMETER(OPTIONAL)WHITEIGNITIONSWITCHIGNITION SWITCHFUSEi II IL JCLUTCH / BRAKE(

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350ELECTRICALf424122I26IIIIIII_45II27IIII\II \\\\52282916I !Ii \ /i \ f_ /III90 i\32

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1634652 747604128 17668916 17613821 17568522 4152J24 4799J25 14614726 1751582

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES212302926 31208252620920951253285455572633lo7206chassis-pl.lt233353420834

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1746202 1765543 170606125 1552726 174643X0108 126471X9 168348X01010 721406081

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350GROUND DRIVE6 11_771218 11351518632 30352619 _25 _II363437262721270116drive-saddle 2536

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 50 72110612Dana D4360-140 51 STD

STEERINGTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350/ / // \1 /JJ51 5491 882947676715steef_g _pL,{t42323043_\ 43/ 6/38

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350STEERINGKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3366R10 175

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-even terrain could over

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350ENGINE3723140 333314134IJ7829\I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark ArresterKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1705452 1772040834 1373

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350SEAT ASSEMBLY\\\IIII...-1612seat It.knob 1II112221KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 ST

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350DECALS9414lO1315 I12KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 156867 Decal Dash lnst Oper English 12 1812492 184

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350LIFT ASSEMBLY751362365191313192O152Olift- rh, 1piece 3KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1594602 1594713 105767X4 12000002

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350MOWER DECK157 _67158156151 153 155152 -__6837r-i147 142i\221292742 deck man-t-path 31844

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 40 STD5414372 STD533107

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350DANA TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-14020 <-2t 4 |/ 222425/i26 / 31 1"27 : 323346

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350DANA TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER D4360-140KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 170981 Housing, Upper 40 120472X

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E13073@358 ENGINE GASKET SET1220@ 617 051 6o1_8420

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1238 035102281410221098 VALVE GASKET SET617 _) 10

• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1117_106105 I_137 _0276 _)95(:_1001634A,_11824012

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1305A1267643801_ 544_8O3 _ 310 1311579e • _ 503_4

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 69

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272350BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 282H07,TYPE NUMBER 0231-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DES

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONu_u__IL ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up anddown the face of slopes, nev

Get it fixed, at your home or ourstYour HomeFor repatr - in your home - of all major brand apphances,lawn and garden equtpment, or heabng and coohng s

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSiGasolineiCapacityand Type:_)ilType:API-SF-SJ):Oil Capacity:Spark Plug:(Gap: .030")iGround Speedi(MPH):1.25 GallonsUnleaded

SteeringWheel InsertC)(1 ) Locknut1/2-20SteeringBootSteering Wheel(1) Locknut1/4-28=_ SteeringWheel Adapter(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt1/4-28 x 1

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

4. Push down on seat to engage shoulderbolt in slot and pull seat towards rear oftractor.5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as-semble adjustment knob a