Craftsman 917.270860 User Manual

Owner’s ManualCRnFTSMRH^20.5 HPELECTRIC START 42” MOWER AUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No. 917.270860Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts&ap

HookDeflector ShieldLatch HooksTO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGINGSimply remove muicher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for

OPERATIONor in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning. ^O AÎ4»BATTERY©ENGINE ONCAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARDWARNINGFAS

KNOWYOURTnACTORREAD THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yours

Th© op©ration of any tractor can result in foraign objects thrown into j the eyes, which can result in severe eye darnage. Always wear safety glasses

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4“. The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. T

• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.• Do not push or tow tractor at more than t

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START’ position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for m

• sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neu

MAINTENANCEFllASREMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.L tN DATES YOU COMPLETE GULAR SERVICE%>^ERVICE DATESTRACT0RCheck Brake Operation✓ ✓Check Tire Pressure✓Check

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules wrtien performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at hi

TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty...2Safety Rules...2Product Specific

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressM air to

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS^CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments;• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motio

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PRODUCT SPECI

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADEDRIVE BELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools. Park the tractoron level surface. Engage parking brake.BELT R

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.• Loo

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERYCAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY• Raise hood.• Unsnap headlight wire connector.• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engin

• While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw, turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) until engine begins to die and then turn out (c

STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.^ CAUTION: Never s

SAFETY RULESSlow down before turning.Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSECORRECTIONWin not start • Out of fuel.• Fill fuel tank.• Engine not “CHOKED”• See TO START ENGINE”properly.in Operat

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMCAUSECORRECTIONEngine clicks but will not start (Cont’d)• Loose or damaged wiring.• Faulty solenoid or starter.* Chec

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSECORRECTIONMower blades will not rotateObstruction in clutch mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.Frozen idler

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860BROWNL-0JHEADLIGHTSIGNITION SWITCHPOSITIONCIRCUrr MAKE”OFFG + M + LNONERUN/UGHTB + LA + YRUNB + LNONESTART

REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860ELECTRICAL'22----34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860ELECTRICALKEYNO.PAm-NO.DESCRIPTION1163465Battery274760412Boit, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/487603JTray, Battery10145211Boit, Btr

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^0860CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1166819Chassis2140356Drawbar317060612Saew 3/8-16x3/44STTD551025Washer 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860GROUND DRIVE14738

TRACTOR - > MODEL NUMBER 917.270860GROUND DRIVEKEY PARTNO.NO. DESCRIPTION1Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydra Gr 31906502142431 Spring, Return, Brake3

SAFETY RULESKeep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before st

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917270860STEERING ASSEMBLY40

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTION1139768Steering Wheel2 154427Front Axle Assembly3156483Spindle Assembly,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860ENGINE29AOPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester42

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 162152Control Throt Paddle 32 22217720410Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/813Engine (Se

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917J270860SEAT ASSEMBLYEY PARTKEY PART3. NO.DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123Seat 3450 BIk/bIk Craftsman 1312124^ Bushin

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860KEY PART NO. NO.1 1564392 1632053 1632004 1632026 1336447 1696379 16320411 15681113 146046DESCRIPTI

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860LIFT ASSEMBLY46

LIFT ASSEMBLYTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860KEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1159460Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.2159471Shaft Asm. Lift3105767XPin Groove41200

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860MOWER DECK48

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 165892Mower Housing2STO533107Bolt3 138017Bracket Assembly, Sway Front4165460B

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE:3.5 GALLONSUNLEADEDREGULAROILTYPE(API-SF/SG/SH):SAE 30(ABOVE 32“F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32“F)OIL CAPACITY

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE • • MODEL NUMBER 319-065050

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650KEYPARTKEY PARTNO.NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 142930l-lousing,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 014S-E1REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-ElREQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR I

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-El69754

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270860BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-ElKEY PARTKEYPARTNO.NO. DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRI

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917^70860BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-ElKEYPARTKEYPARTNO.NO.DESCRIPTIONNO.NO.DESCRIPTIO

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

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK,Parts Bag contents shown full size(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16x1(1) Lockwasher 3/8(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18x1-1/4(1

For in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week1-800-4-MY-HOME®“ (1 -800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparación a domic

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKParts packed separately in cartonManualSteeringWheelParts BagParts Bag contents not shown full size7J1—I (2) Latch Hook Assem

ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and pr

Adjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Tighten sho