Craftsman 917.272921 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualIC..FTSMeWlLAWN TRACTOR20.0 HP, 42" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.272921IThis product has a low emissi

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\1REVERSE 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 the Ieyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses Io

• 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

Transmission EngagedTransmission DisengagedNOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is clo

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F andabove)8. When engine starts, slowly push chokecontrol in until the engine begins torun smoothly. If the engine starts

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_ ,_,_-_,_,_ _ d_. ,_AS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE f___SERVlC e DATESCheck Brake Operation _,Check Tire PressureCheck Operator

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

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original eq

For approximate capacity see "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of thismanual.8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick forchecking level. For ac

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

TO INSTALL MOWER1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highestposition.2. Slide mower under tractor with deflec-tor shield to right side of tractor.3.

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

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For assistance, there is abelt installation guide decal on bottom

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBERThe front wheel toe-in and camber are notadjustable on your tractor. If damage hasoccurred to affect the front wheel toe-in o

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

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

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 centerPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notturn o

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMLoss of power(continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centeraROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION_ower blades will 2. Worn/damag

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921SCHEMATICBATTERY/7REDI AMMETER(OPTIONAL)WHITEIGNITIONSWITCHllJFUSE,© : ,IL •CLUTCH/BRAKE(PEDAL UP)JSOLENOIDREDSTART

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER _117.272921Ii / _ _I /I II II II II / I26III29\\\\I >I /34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES20831' _/5209"_ _/5V2820939166208742O82o_chassis-Laser -It.stlt 1436

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 155

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921GROUND DRIVE3626 1_ '22 . 8438

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 70 134683Hydro Gr 314-0510 71 1

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 917.272921STEERING ASSEMBLY. _39_3688JJ9--...4768 67 676732304384O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27292131143238i34 __1633131739112 4129OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester23KEY PARTNO. NO,1 1705462 1772040834 1497235

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921SEAT ASSEMBLY\IIIII2221KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 170006169 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921DECALS73 2 2 4111KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1847303 1847284 1847295 1816596 1336447 1849178 1791289 18489911 15681113

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921LIFT ASSEMBLY51113463265_4131913132019 S31 \32 /KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION123456781112131516171819203132159460 Lif

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921MOWER DECK68i'147 14234,148I117 _119\22123242526275619F 2142 =D man-t-path stl[=3.10_9_46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Housing 59 1410432 STD533107 Bolt

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921HYDRO GEARTRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

• 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 917.272921BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407677,TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1929A_ 10 _ _-J 11__ 25521622218811<J9FjA1 40

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407677,TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1102211oo_798_J.___ 1022 r_ 13_ ,.,,.,.,_ 211 _

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407677,TYPE NUMBER 0229-E174It334_1095 VALVE GASKET SET,o3 02251 868 _)6

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272921BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272921BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407677,TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESC

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONu_u_ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX,_ ARNING: To avoid serious injury,

Get it fixed, at your home or ours!Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and coolin

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 3.5 GallonsCapacity Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 30 (Above 32°F)API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)Oil Capacity:

Steering Wheel©SteeringWheelAdapterSteeringSleeveSteeringWheelInsert(1) Locknut 1/2-20SteeringExtensionShaft(1) Large FlatWasher®(1) Locknut 1/4-28(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

Label"7 IINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and