Craftsman 917.272075 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMRWILAWN TRACTOR17 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272075I_ his 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.BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORW

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yo

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

FELL IN DATESRE O RSERV,CE ERV'CEDATESch.:or.oger=o.Check Ti_ PressurBI Check Operator Presence andT Interlock Systems ifR Check for Loose Fastep

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 I hour.NOTE: The original eq

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

AIRFILTERYourenginewill not runproperlyusingadirtyairfilter. Cleanthe foam pre-cleanerafter every 25 hours of operation or everyseason. Service paper

_ WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place gea

TOLEVELMOWERHOUSINGAdjustthe mowerwhiletractor is parkedon levelgroundor driveway.Makesuretiresare properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPECIFICATION

MandrelMandrel'PulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe right side of the transaxle.

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 BATTERY,_WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact

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.,_LCAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start 1. Out of fuel.2.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerCAUSEPROBLEMLossofpowerExcessivevibrationEngine continue

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 917.272075SCHEMATICREDBATTERY SOLENOIDREDmAMM_ETER(OPTIONAL)RED _tBSMIGNITIONSWITCH/7FUSE STARTER_CKFUELB-UE C LINE'- -

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075ELECTRICAL25III32

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/48 176689 Box Battery16 17

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES28208316074143820834

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 1552

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075GROUND DRIVE2536

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 71t70764 Bolt, He

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075STEERINGASSEMBLY.f.,, ,_---42.JJ473O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 SteeringWheel2 175131 AxleAssembly STMP DroppedSTL3 169840 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 917.272075ENGINE31/4OKEY PARTNO. NO.1 17O5482 177204083 ...4 17466713 12-041-0314 14845616 STD55123723 16983729 13718031 1

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075SEATASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1805972 1801663 711106164 191316105 145oo66 STD5414,377 124181X8 170006169 1913161410 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075DECALS913 63 11112 13 102O15127814KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563682 1814233 1773334 1773345 1380476 1336447 1773678 1723319

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075LIFT ASSEMBLY7513326/i /' _8 ;I l" 11_515KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Washer Asm Inner SpringW! 13P

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075MOWER DECK113 111 11\41 J'- iI 106"_ 102 103 105\16118114"_. ,++ i,21 115_+_/_1122123 2426,\282729_1

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly,42, 592 S]D533107 Bol

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER206-545C11I15047157AIA46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transa

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I1t 10D _ 1620 19 18CRANKCASE_

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV490,TYPENUMBER27508CYLINDER HEADNALVF-JBREATHERKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONCRANKCASEKEY PART

• 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 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508|GNITION/ELECTRICAL J7AIR INTAKE JBLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I10

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508IGNITION/ELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTN

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV490,TYPENUMBER27508STARTING SYSTEM1I0galENGINE CONTROLSt/11OIL PAN I LUBRICATION I_*_1021&

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508STARTING SYSTEMENGINE CONTROLSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTI

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508CRANKSHAFT0EXHAUSTFUEL SYSTEM I54

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272075KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508FUEL SYSTEMKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1236 12-041-01-S7 12-265-0

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that its left edg

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

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Steering WheelSteeringWheel Insert(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 _(1) Locknut(1) Locknut 1/4-28_ Steering WheelAdapter1/2-20SteeringBoot(1) Large Flat Wa

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those partsleft unassembled 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