Craftsman 917.272454 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualJCRAFTSMAWJLAWN TRACTOR21.5 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272454[_ This product has a low emission

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.R N H L I'.,IREVERSE NEUTR

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 cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measuredfrom the ground to the blade tip with theengine not running.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH-MENTSTow only the attachments that arerecommended by and comply withspecifications of the manufacturer of yourtractor. U

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F andbelow)7. When engine starts, slowly pushchoke control in until the enginebegins to run smoothly. Continue topush the c

FILL IN DATESs Bv,o V,ODATES/_rricC_:kk BTira:::P::a: i°n _ _'! Check Operator Presence andT ; Interlock Systemsg Check for Loose Fasteners V w

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

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

8. Usegaugeon oil fill cap/dipstickforcheckinglevel. For accuratereading,tightendipstickcap securelyontothetube beforeremovingdipstick. Keepoil at &qu

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

SIDE-TO-SIDEADJUSTMENT• Raisemowerto its highestposition.• At the midpointof bothsidesof mower,measureheightfrom bottomedgeofmowerto ground. Distance&

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe right side of the transaxle.If tractor requi

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 BATTERY_WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact b

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.,_,WARNING: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEnginewill notturn ov

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power1. Cutting too muc

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center_ROBLEMMower blades willlOt rotatePoor grassdischargeCA

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454SCHEMATICBATrERYiFUEL SHUT*OFFSOLENOID(IF SO EQUIPPED)IGNITION SWITCHPosmoN CIRCUIT "MAKE"OFF M+G+A1 , NO

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454ELECTRICAL26\i//:32

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-2Ouncx 3/48 7603J Ba

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES31283958 2222192607436037"20834

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis Assembly2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917o272454GROUND DRIVE5726 2736

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64Peedess 20

STEERINGTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454-_12/ / I I_ |, ,_""- _/I29172968 67 67871o34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454STEERINGKEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 Steedng Wheel2 172393 Axle Assembly3 169840 SpindleAssembly, L.H.4

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

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454ENGINE1021438_"_ 2629OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester134O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454ENGINEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170546 Control, Throt Paddle3 ... Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown) No.445777-

TRACTOR - ° MODEL NUMBER 917,272454SEAT ASSEMBLY5II12KEYNO.123456789101112PARTNO. DESCRIPTION180597 Seat180166 Bracket, Pivot, Seat71110616 Bolt191316

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454DECALSlO\63 4 8 7/1152 1151320KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1815693 1773564 1773575 1773556 1336447 1817038 1814289 1632

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454LIFT ASSEMBLY28 2725 242374930,.50 3644

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272454LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/SprgW/plunger LT2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf3 105

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454MOWER DECK34I,147I\_f 2117 16119118 _19F 21611811921282927

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly,42" 67 1498462 STD533107 Bo

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545CO _ 71B35,ER_ALNUMBERS HERE7948

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 TransaxleC

• 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 917.272454BRIGGS& STRA'I-I'ONENGINE-MODELNUMBER445777,TYPENUMBER0129-E1_r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 265TO INSTALL S

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1240 ,_628q,918 0121 CARBURETOR KIT/_ 117_ 1128

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272454BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1'74363 _lOO__ _332 i7s_934 _ 11191A57B635

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 694001 Cylinder A

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272454BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0129-E1KEY PARTNO. NO.387 808656404 690442405 9493041

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 3.5Capacity and Unleaded andType: RegularOil Type SAE 30API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacity: 4.0

SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4_ Steering WheelAdapter@(1) Locknut 1/2-20Seat(1) Large Flat WasherQ(1) L/__k;utSteeringE

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

INSTALLSEATAdjustseat beforetighteningadjustmentknob.1. Removeadjustmentknoband flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for assembl