Craftsman 917.271532 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271532• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• Repair Part

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tiros on your tractor were ovednflatedat the fadory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting pe

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BA3-i-E Ry CAUTION OR REVERSE FO

KNOWYOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the igustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yo

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye

The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running. Thes

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon and l

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

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE_S YOU COMPLETEREGUL_,R SERVICE _ERV;CE DATESChe¢_ Blake Oporation _Che_ "_ pmssure V' I/CheCk _ralof prese,_;e a,,,:d]r_

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

BATTERYYour tractorhas a battery charging systemwhich is sufficientfor normal use, How-ever, periodiccharging of the battery withan automotive charger

Warranty...2SafetyRules...3ProductSpecifications...

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressedair to rem

CLEANING• CEeanengine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreignmatter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc,• Protect pai

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjustthe mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPE

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced withouttools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT RE

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steedng wheel crossbam are nothorizontal(left to dght) when wheels arepositionedstraight forward, removesteedng

REPLACING BATTERYJ_I,CAUTION: DOnot short batteryterminals by allowinga wrench or anyotherobject to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before con

2. Check that holes "A" in governor controllever and hole in governor plate line-up.If holes "A" are not aligced, loosen clampscre

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore._CAUTION: Never store the tr

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks butwill not start1. Out of fuel.2. Engine

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORREC_ONLossofpower 1. Cu_ingtoo muchg_s_ooExcessivevibraUonEngine continuesto runwhen operatorleaves seat withwit

MPORTAN'r: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionsc

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMowerbladeswill 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.not rotate mechanism.2. Worn/damaged mower

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532 JilriJ BATTERYAMMETER(OPTIONAL)FUEIGNITION SWITCHOFF _AI N_II=IGHT B+A1 A2+LI++.IDIODE =ALTERNATORNOTE lYOU

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271532ELECTRICALi32

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144925 Battely 12 Volt 25 AMP2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd I/4-20unc X 3/48 156417 Ca

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES3O29263310v 12 2828 25 _*,5 5 53 1 2 SSI353 2S33820834

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174620 Chassis Lt Stamping2 176554 Dmwba#3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532GROUND DRIVE36

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle(SeeBreakdown) 50 _3715 Bolt Hex

STEERINGTRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271532/38

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532KEYNO.123456789lO111315172628293O32363738394O4142434446475154636567687182858891PARTNO. DESCRiPTiON139768 Whee

Ill. CHILDRENTragic accidentscan occurif the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowin

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.27153278<4029OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arresteri 3844O

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION41314162329313_3337384O444546(Y2727881170545 ControlThtch17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140122 Seat 13 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150

DECALSTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,271532973141013KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1568672 1766753 1717044 1791286 1336447 1742109 16320410 14951612DESCRIPTIONDecal Das

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532LIFTASSEMBLY71311__12 62O152O1544

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532LIFT ASSEM BL¥KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT2 159471 Shaft Asm Ult3 105767X Pin

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532MOWER DECK46

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 48 133.9442 STD533107 Bo

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-1402021222736/_8 11.525324313225484959876861 7 _ _ _ 66 2_643*5248

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271532DANA TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER D4360-140KEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION40 120472X Spacer, .633 X

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearsothatyouwill not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose traction,

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271532BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER287707,TYPENUMBER1259-E1"k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 53 .,_TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIRI

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1467_ 9711019 LABEL KITE 1058 OWNER'S

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271532BRIGGS & STRA'rTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1I 1036LABEL-EMISSIONS J 1006s24__33_ 7s_76

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271532BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER287707,TYPENUMBER1259-E1977CA.____RSU___RETORGA_.. SKETSET151_ 1370 276_VALVEGASKET

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271532BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1259-E1KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 496412 G linder As

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.271532BRIGGS&STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER287707,TYPENUMBER1259-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION276

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLI ,_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slop

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOUN r= 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADED_ND TYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)_,PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)OIL CAPACITY

For repairof carry-inproductslike vacuums,lawnequipment,andeleclTon_s,callfor thenearestSears Parts and Repair Center.1-800-488-1222 Any_me,deyo_r_ht(

Steering WheelSteeringWheelAdapter3/8@(1) Hex Bolt (1)5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Locknut5/16-18SteeringWheelInsertSeatt SteedngExtensionShaft(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x

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

_rminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpackingand set asid