Craftsman 917.272059 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRIlFT.TMRWILAWN TRACTOR16 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272059This product has a low emission eng

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.I- ;IBATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize y

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 toapproximately 2-1/2 inches during thecool season and to over 3 inchesduring hot months. For healthier andbetter loo

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe engine in your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filledwith summer weight oil.1.

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

FILL IN DATES"SYOOCOMP ETEREGULARSERVICE #_"_'_JC_'_'->"C_'_'_'_f"f SERVICE... DATESCheck Brake

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high s

• 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

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

Service air cleaner more often underdusty conditions.1. Remove knob and cover.2. Remove wing nut and air cleaner frombase.TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER3. Sli

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

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires areproperly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPE

MandrelIdlerManePulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe right side of the transaxle.If t

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 BATTERYAltWA.RN.ING: Do not short b,atteryterminals oy allowing a wrencn or anyother object to cont

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._01LCAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTSeeappropriatesectionin manualunlessdirectedto SearsservicecenterHard to startEngine will notturn overEngine clicks butwill not st

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLOSS of power.2.3.4.5.6.7. Dirty

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will 1. Obstruction

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059SCHEMATIC_)AMMETERREDWHITECLUTCH / BRAKE(PEDAL UP)/7IGNITION SWITCHPOSrRON CIRCUIT "MAKE"OFF M+G+A1 NONERU

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27205926I /IIIII I II1 II I _II25\II291IIII32

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/48 176689 Box Bakery

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES282O83916611s'_6O746037"2O834

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 ChassisStamping2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059GROUND DRIVEi 3o 65277 3726 2736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272059GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 ... Transaxle (See Broakdown) 64 71170764Peedess 206-5

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059STEERING ASSEMBLY_--,'P-_3,"rP_-12Is• | _,i ... ____j iI i476867 676743A\:38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Stcedng Wheel2 175131 AxleAssemblySTMP DroppedSTL3 1698_,0 Spi

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 917.272059ENGINE,os_--------_3/_/_37 334/_ 33 2iOPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester6, ! 14_105804O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059ENGINEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1705482 177204083 ...4 17466713 12-041-0314 14845616 STD55123723 16983729 137

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059SEAT ASSEMBLYI 5JII1112KEYNO.123466789101112PARTNO.1805971801667111061619131610145006STD541437124181X170006161913161

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2720593 71141013162014KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIP13ON1 1563682 1773683 1773334 1773345 1814216 1336447 1773258 1723319 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059LIFTASSEMBLY71351913f321326ii i/ ,8/' ,/'2O2O1544

TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER 917.272059LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 LiftLever Inner Wire Assembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767X Pi

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059MOWER DECK157 _.,.. 67158_ "_"_ _ 1_ _159,,_68142_4734119118 l19F 21\216118II2746

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1658922 STD5331073 1380174 1654605 STD6240086 1780248 8508579 STD55113710 14029611 134149

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART _ PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transaxle

• 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 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER J241320CRANKCASEJI2s /19 1810

TRACTOR -- MODELNUMBER 917.272059KOHLERENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCR

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509IGNITION/ELECTRICAL I1916_I 7BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I121011\

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV460,TYPE NUMBER26509IGNITION/ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION12-086-14-S2 12-468-03-S3

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509;TARTING SYSTEM1/208+-_il8--ENGINE CONTROLS1/,i11OIL PAN I LUBRIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509STARTING SYSTEMENGINE CONTROLSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTI

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509FUELSYSTEMJD1EXHAUST J356/7/3_pml56

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272059KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV460, TYPE NUMBER 26509FUEL SYSTEMCRANKSHAFTKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION$1. Fold this page along dotted line Indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that Its left ed

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25Capacity and Unleaded andType: RegularOil Type SAE 10W30(above 32°F)API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacity:

Forrear of major brand appliancesin your own home...no matter whomade it,nomatter whosoldForrepairofcatTy-inproducts likevacuums, lawn equipment,andel

SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4(1) Locknut 1/4-28_ Steering WheelAdapter(1) Locknut 1/2-20SteedngBootSeat(1) Large Flat

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

TerminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set as