Craftsman 917.272441 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manuali(:RRFTSMRN°i20.0 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.272441• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance•

. CHECKTIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.I- ;IBATTERY CAUTION ORWARNINGE

KNOWYOURTRACTOR• READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

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

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

2. Pull freewheel control out and downinto the slot and release so it is held inthe disengaged position.• Do not push or tow tractor at more thantwo (

.7. Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to "START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuous

8. Slowlymovemotioncontrolleverforward, after the tractor movesapproximately five (5) feet, slowlymove motion control lever to reverseposition. After

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _e_ s ,_ _ _ ,__o_j_"FILL IN DATES _, _O_ _O_ _;_ _AS YOU COMPLETE _ _ ,4,q; ,-,t"j3 _,'_ ,-4_REGULAR SERVICE __R_

TRACTOR'Always observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at

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

. BATTERY"Your tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automot

•7. Refill engine with oil through oil filldipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do notoverfill. For approximate capacity see"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"s

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER"The fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-tor, repl

,_ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,2, Place motion control lever in ne

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING"Adjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-

MandrelIdler PulleysMandrelPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe side of the transaxle

1. Loosentheadjustmentbolt.'2. Movethe motioncontrollever1/4 to1/2inchinthedirectionit istryingtocreep.3. Tightenadjustmentboltsecurely.4. Start

TerminalHexBoltREPLACING BATTERY_CAUTIQN: Do not short ba.tteryterminals oy allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same

ENGINE= Maintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customersexpense, may be performed

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

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks but_vill not startLoss of power1. Out of

.TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEMLoss of power(continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentcl

, TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEPoor grass 1. Engine speed too slow.discharge2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Travel speed too fast.Wet grass.Mower deck not level.

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441BATTERYAMMETER(OPTIONAL)IGNITIONSWITCHFUSESOLENOIDSEAT SWITCHNOT OCCUPIED)t iFUEL SHUT-OFF _SOLENOID(IF SO

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27244133-_26II2s////J/34

-ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1634652 747604128 15641716 15366421 17568822 4152J24 4799J25 14614726 17515827 73510400

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441"CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2839166208.58208743 _438 420836

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441:CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONI 174619 ChassisStamping2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441GROUND DRIVE5732 30 6252 3616 /_32212701161"2638

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441"GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 ... Transaxle(See Breekdown) 65 S'10551143H

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441STEERING ASSEMBLY_-;_---_30i ... .I-._._ j i '_j/4740

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441=STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 SteeringWheel2 154427 AxleAssemblySTMP DmppadSTL3 169840 S

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27244121_ 1438312981i3733OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark ArresterKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1705462 177204103 ...4 1497235 1605896

'LIFT ASSEMBLY41TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2724413267,8/ // // //' /520 161718 20KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lilt Lever Inner Wire

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441" SEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Seat2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat3 71110616 Bolt4 19131610

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2724419214 13lO162o8KEY PARTNO, NO.1 1568112 1654073 1773564 1773575 1743226 1336447 1773558 1723319 16320410 15643

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441MOWER DECK2122_23 2429 _.1122746

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441M(_NER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.I 165892 Mower DeckAssembly,42" 68 1449592 STD533107 Bo

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

• 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 917.272441BRIGGS AND STRAI"rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3363 I741005332 _) _J 87710o5 72bJ_ = 1851#r

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441BI_IGGS AND STRAI-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272441BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION383 690966 Wrench-Spar

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSIGHTINGGUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLIOperate your Tractor up and down the fac

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDAND TYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY:

Steering WheelSteeringSleeveSteedngWheel Adapter(1) Locknut5/16-18SteeringWheel InsertI teeringExtensionShaft(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1©(1) Lockwasher3/81

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