Craftsman 917.272650 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualI("nFTSMnN,ILAWN TRACTOR17.0 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272650[_]]] This product has a low

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 NEUT

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 intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-proximately 2-1/2 inches during the coolseason and to over 3 inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better

ADD GASOLINE• Fillfuel tank to bottomof fillerneck.Donot overfill. Usefresh, clean, regularunleadedgasolinewitha minimumof87 octane. (Use of leadedgas

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

AS YOU COMPLETEBE O BSEBV,CE S "V'OECheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator Presence andT Interlock Systemsa Check for Loos

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

NOTE:The originalequipmentbattery onyourtractor is maintenancefree. Do notattemptto open or removecapsor covers.Addingor checkinglevelof electrolyteis

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

1. Pull up on air filter cover handle androtate towards engine.2. Remove cover.3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge andpre-cleaner from base.4. Cl

We do not recommend using a gardenhose to clean your tractor unless theelectrical system, muffler, air filter andcarburetor are covered to keep water

4. Connectfront links to mowerdeckandsecurewith retainersprings.5. Connectsuspensionarms to reardeckbracketsandsecurewith retainersprings.6. Connectan

BELTREMOVAL-1. Removemowerfrom tractor(See"TOREMOVEMOWER"in this sectionofmanual).2. Workbelt off both mandrelpulleysandidler pulleys.3. Pul

EngineClutchingCenterKeeperStationary IdlerTransaxleTRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU-TRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxle should be in neutral whenthe gear shif

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -1. Connect one end of the RED cableto the POSITIVE (+) terminal of eachbattery(A-B), taking care not to shortagainst tractor

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customers ex-pense, may be performed

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 startHard to startEngine will notturn o

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 rotatePoor grassdischargeCA

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650SCHEMATIC,,IkREoOII1 0LA0 BATTERY/JREDAMMETER(OPTIONAL) WHITE)G A1IGNITIONSWITCHitCLUTCH / BRAKE(PEDAL UP)BLACKBLA

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/48 176689 Box Battery Fen

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2820831lO. @/5209208391666O37420834

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 17499

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650GROUND DRIVE5721218343726 2736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64Peerless 206-545C 652 146682 Spring Br

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650STEERING ASSEMBLY_39//x _ _JJIL51 5491 8843 _ \ 7129476867 676715V3O4338

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Steering Wheel2 175131 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL3 169840 S

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

ENGINE2TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27265037262/ j78811341431333329\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark ArresterKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1705452 1772040834 13735213 16529

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650SEAT ASSEMBLY\\\\17 12//J115 6 2221KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650DECALS1461114 1013KEY PARTNO. NO.2 1848523 1847284 1791285 1847296 1336447 1849128 1380479 15636810 14851611 156439

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650LIFT ASSEMBLY5134632419133213_31321913201520KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly2 159

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650MOWER DECK1576834142 __146101lO2_105103\2162123242527211813--10----< _1_9"---_ 8 _44

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly_ 42" 51 STD5414

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272650PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C&SA29B5 8706A157 2gB157I46

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272650PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transax

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E125_ 27 _=_3o73_358 ENGINE GASKET SET12868 _)943 O20@ 017010225

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1102299_,19210292383661701096 VALVE GASKET SET617 O 102286863/

• 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 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1142_ 117_-1o610513727695o_1091947 634A_._e.118]24o,@1266AQ1266

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E130y1267305A643305_801_ 544803_ 310 1802 @729697 #6OlA310 161_®

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 6971742 3992653 3910864 6971065 6

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION383 89

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

Get it fixed, at your home or ourstYour HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand apphances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and coohng

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasolineCapacity andType:Oil Type_,PI-SF-SJ):Oil Capacity:Spark Plug:(Gap: .030")Ground Speed(MPH):1.25Unleaded andRegularS

SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4F[__ Steering WheelAdapterI II I@(1) Locknut 1/2-20(1) Large Flat Washer_St_eritg@(1) Loc

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

6. Lowerseatinto operatingpositionandsit in seat.7. Slideseat until a comfortablepositionis reachedwhich allowsyouto pressclutch/brakepedalall the way