Craftsman 917.272442 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRI:¥$1VlRN°I20.0 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.272442• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenanc

CHECKTIREPRESSUREThetiresonyourtractorwereoverinflatedatthefactoryfor shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting performance

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractororinliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct.Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning.13ATFERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FASTWARNINGE

KNOWYOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiadze yo

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

The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running.These

2. Pull freewheel control out and downinto the slot and release so it is held inthe disengaged position.• Do not push or towtractor at more thantwo (2

7. Insert key into ignitionand turn keyclockwise to "START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuously

8. Slowly move motion control leverforward, after the tractor movesapproximately five (5) feet, slowlymove motion control lever to reverseposition.Aft

MAINTENANCESCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE ERVICE DATESCh_ StokeOporatio_ f_ lJCh_ TileProssur* I/ k/ChedcOperatorPresenceand !(I_

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenpedorrning any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIftractor requires more than six (6) feetstoppingdistance at high spe

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

BA'rFERYYour tractor has a baftery charging systemwhich is sufficientfor normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive

7. Refillenginewithoilthroughoilfilldipsticktube.Pourslowly.Donotoverfill.Forapproximatecapacitysee=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual

IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructingfuel flow to carbure-tor, replacement

_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,2. Place motion control lever in neu

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjustthe mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properlyinflated (See =PROD-UCT SPECIFICA

MandrelPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe side of the transaxle.Iftractor requires

1. Loosen the adjustment bolt.2. Move the motion controllever 1/4 to1/2 inch in the direction it is trying tocreep.3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely

positive T bTerminal" CablesREPLACING BA'FrERY_.CAU'rlQN: ..Do.notshortba.tteryrermmats oy altowmg a wrencn or anyother objectto contac

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

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 tra

IMPORTANT: This cutt ng machine s capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEWill n_ start 1. Out ot fuel.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Hard to startEngine will not[urn overEngine not "CHOKED"prope

TROUBLESHOO_NGCHARTPROBLEMLoss of power¢ontlnued)Excessivevibr_lonEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentclutch engagedPoorcut-u

TROUBLESHOO_NGCHARTCAUSEPROBLEMPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)Battery will notchargeLoss of drivet. Engine speed too slow.2

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442SCHEMATICAMMETERIGNITION SWITCHpO_llON CIRCUIT "MAKE"OFF M_G÷A1 NONESTART B+ S• At NONERUN/LIGHT 8_A1 A_t÷

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ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery 12 Valt 28 Amp2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/48 156

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES3O31 6 5g2D8 1| 92Q6_7 i1606O_47420036

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917,272442CHASSISANDENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis Stamping2 1765543 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 155272 B

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442GROUNDDRIVE12638

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442GROUNDDRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66Hydro Gr 314-0510 708 165866 Rod

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

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION12345678910111315172628293O363738394O4142434446475154636567687185889115994

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27244221_ 14 3829\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ISpark ArresterKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170546

LIFT ASSEMBLY41TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442537384O"_-"J" 13121332il //! /115KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 15_460 L_ Lever Inner Wi

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442SEATASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Seat 13 121248X BLshlng, Srap2 141)551 B

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2724421021 6 3 7 7 5 4 13 16 208 '_'t2mKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 156811 De

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442MOWERDECKI_e_._ l_ O_'342122262746

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 59 1410432 S]_r_3107 Bo_ 6

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272442HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER314-0510KL_Y PART K]EY PARI"NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351

• Useslow 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 t

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442BRIGGS AND STRATFON ENGINE-MODELNUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER0119-E3103575O |I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I11036EMISSIONS

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3240__ 0151• 121 CARBURETOR KIT51_ 117_ 11251137 _)

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER0119-E3+4It75_ ollF"-'_ VI+ .4v1118,1,_ I7_236_ I

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442BRIGGS AND STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCR

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272442BRIGGSAND STRA't-I'ONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER0119-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL8_Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes

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)RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS3ASOLINE 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADED_,NDTYPE: REGULAR_)ILTYPE SAE 30'=API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F))IL CA

SteeringWheel©SteeringSleeve©(1) LargeRatWasherSteeringWheel Adapter(1) Locknut5/16-18SteedngWheel Insertt teeringExtensionShaft(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x I

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

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher secudng seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for a