Craftsman 917.271821 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMRN°I19.5HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271821• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• R

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overlnfletedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting

t/CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODU

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BA'FrERV CAUTION OR REVERS

KNOWYOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiadze y

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

These heightsare approximate and mayvary depending upon soil conditions,height of grass and types of grass beingmowed.• The average lawn should be cut

• Do not push or tow tractor at more thantwo (2) MPH.• To reengage transmission, reverseabove procedure.NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transpor

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F andabove)8. When engine starts, slowly pushchoke control in until the enginebegins to run smoothly. If the enginestarts t

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

FILL iN DATESCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator presence andT _InterlockSystemsR CheckforLooseFasteners If 1_7 I_A Sharpe_Replac

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

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

NOTE: The original equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of el

Oil Drain ValveClosed andLocked A_'_ I 41_Position _DrainCap _TubeCLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine

CLEANINGClean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.i of all matter.foreignKeep finished surfaces and wheelsfree of all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect pain

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

Mandrel Idler PulleysMandrelPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjustablebrake system which is mounted on theside of the transaxle.

Motion ControlLeverNeutral Lock GaleAdjustment BoltTRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-MENTShould your transmission requireremoval for service or replacement

Positive terminal must be connected firstto prevent sparking from accidentalgrounding.1. Lift hood to raised position.2. Remove terminal guard.3. Disc

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,loosen casing clamp screw and movechoke cable until choke is completelyclosed. Tighten casing clamp screwsecur

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.• i, CAUTION: Never store th

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notturn overCORRECTIONCAUSE1. Out of fuel.2. Engine not "CHOKED"properly.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE CORRECTION3.PROBLEMLoss of power(continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentc

_ROBLEMPoor grassdischarge"ROUBLESHOO_NG CHARTCAUSEHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)Battery will notchargeLoss of driveEngine "backfir

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821SCHEMATICREDAMMETER(OPTIONAL)_rrEIGNmONSWITCHIGNmDN SWITCHr POS_//ON C/RCUfT "MAKE"OFF M*G+A1 NONERUWLIGHT

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27182126IIII_1IIIII\I I /16 ,I _ I ///i... 4\\ //I \ jl//\1I--T ... •III34

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 760,3,,I Tray, Battery10 145

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2853207556O743371436

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 1559

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821GROUND DRIVE5712662 120_363O26 16 2 /519 _ 6_1 1_38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 65HydroGr 314-0510 668 165866 Rod

III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mow

TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.271821STEERING ASSEMBLY"-----_ 422947ISU4O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1544273 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821ENGINE3929OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ISpark Arrester42

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821ENGINEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170547 ControlThrot Paddle2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T3 ... Engt

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821SEATASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401232 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124131X8 170006169 1913161410 17

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821DECALS73 2 2 4I111422192O1413KEY PARTNO, NO.1 1564392 1772533 1716964 1716975 1766816 1336447 1718099 16320411 1568

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821LIFTASSEMBLY71332/ 8I/ i,I",; /165131913133232192015 161718 20_'_ 1546

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lilt3 105767X Pin Groo

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821MOWER DECK34iIII1614\1821 22_23 242829.112.117,%11162748

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1658922 STD5331073 1380174 1654605 STD6240086 1308328 8508579 STD55113710 14029611 134149

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main H

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917 ")71821BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E15o7_520B359_ 9[_691 O24_] 552A_ 334_2_552

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1842524 0119_441%44%,,414050883_ 54394

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271821BRIGGS & STRATFON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1I_ 6Ol II11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I425 '9682

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821BRIGGS & STRATI'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E174 |_1006197_1005_ 363_513783544304695 T1

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917 ' 71821BRIGGS & STRA'i-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1KEY PARTNO. NO.1 4985832 3992653 39

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271821BRIGGS & STRA'r'I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0147-E1KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION33

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3.5 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)3.0PINTSCHAMPION

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Steering Wheelsd_:ri_gAdapterSteeringExtensionSteeringSleeve Shaft,oi (1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1SWhteeringeelnserto /@(W1)asLarge Flat __',_ L71ck.__

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

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for