Craftsman 917.272670 User Manual

Owner’s ManualLAWN TRACTOR17.5 HR 42” Mower Electric Start 6 Speed TransaxleModel No. 917.272670This product has a low emission engine which operates

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mo

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.REVERSE IG!NE OI31NNEUTRALaiJG

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to famiiiarize you

FORESIGHT IS BETTiR THANNOSIQm'The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye da

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and bett

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. {Use

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of thi

RACT0ENG!NECheck Brake Operation✓ ✓Check Tire Pressure✓✓Check Operator Presence and interiock Systems✓Check for Loose Fasteners✓✓ b✓Sharpen/Replac© Mo

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at hi

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

Warranty...2Maintenance...17Safety Rules...

2.3.4.1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards engine.Remove cover.Carefully remove air filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base.Cle

WARNING; TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress dutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place ge

8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring.9. Install belt onto engine pulley.TO LEVEL MOWER

3. Install mower (See “To Install Mower” in this section of this manual).Mandrel Pulley-With Parking Brake “Engaged*’MandrelPulleyTO CHECK AND ADJUST

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.2. RED cable last from both batteries.Wea

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performe

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.AwARNING: Never store t

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel.1.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTfONLoss of power 1. Cutting too mu

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 centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will not rotate1.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670SCHEMATICNOTEYOUR TRACTOR !SEQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL —ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THEgyY THEIR

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670ELECTRICAL2232

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1163465Battery2 74760412Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc x 3/48 176689Box Battery Fender1

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

TRACTOR -CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESMODEL NUMBER 917.272670KEYNO.PARTNO.1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 17499613 17210

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670GROUND DRIVE36

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1Transaxle (See Breakdown)64 71170764Bolt Hex 7/16

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670STEERING ASSEMBLY-28-12-29id.', ^ 138

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DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670ENGINEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1170545 Control, Throttle 40124028XBushing Snap217720408Scr

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 140122Seat 13121248XBushing, Snap2140551Bracket, P

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670DECALSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1156368Decal, Fender Opr, Inst.12184730 Decal, Side Pane

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670LIFT ASSEMBLYKEYNO.PARTNO.DESCRIPTION1159460 Lift Lever inner Wire Assembly2 159471Shaft Assembly, Lift3105767XPin, Gr

TRACTOR--MODEL NUMBER 917.272670MOWER DECK44

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1 165892Mower Deck Assernbly, 42”53184907 Arm Assemb

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140"e -6646

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140KEY PARTKEY PARTNO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.DESCRIPTION1170981Housing, Upper4

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-El291019 LABEL K!T1058 OWNER’S MANUAL 1036 EMISSION LABEL I15 S2

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-El010294741119_334 '3338S178949

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.Never carry passengers or children even with the blade

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-El11824018750

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-El304305A104012791265305107051

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-ElKEY PARTNO. NO.1 69717423992653 391086•4697106569814776924109

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272670BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707.TYPE NUMBER 0230-ElKEY PART NO. NO.38340443144546247450350551051OA513523524525 5

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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 cooli

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25Capacity and Unleaded andType:RegularOil TypeSAE 30 (above 32°F)(API-SF-SJ);SAE 5W-30(below 32°F;Oil Capacity;3.0 P

steering WheelSteering Wheel Insert(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28x1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/2-20tr-i=i-i=rSteering Wheel AdapterT J(1) Large Fiat Washer(1) Locknut 1/

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

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in