Craftsman 917.272922 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualIC..FTSMeerILAWN TRACTOR20.0 HI:',42" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.272922I[_ This product has a

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.R N H L I\IREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the Ieyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses Io

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-proximately 2-1/2 inches during the coolseason and to over 3 inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better

Transmission EngagedTransmission DisengagedNOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is clo

WARMWEATHERSTARTING(50° F andabove)8. Whenengine starts,slowly pushchokecontrolin until the engine beginstorunsmoothly.If the enginestarts torun rough

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

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,_,_ _-_ ,_,_ _ _-_. ,_AS YOU COMPLETEREGULARSERV,CE eDATESCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator Presence and

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high

Warranty ... 2 Maintenance Schedule ... 18Safety Rules ...

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive char

Oil Drain ValveClosed and _ _,Lockee AS IPosition_ /"_ dJ ._h "" y -Drain_TubeO24633. Unlock drain valve by pushing inwardslightly and

IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbu-retor, replacemen

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

6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassisbracket and secure with retainerspring.7. Push clutch cable housing guide intobracket, slide collar onto guide ands

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT

4. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor.Carefully remove belt upwards fromtransmission input pulley and overcooling fan blades.5. Remove belt from c

4. Replace washers and snap retainingring securely in axle groove.5. Replace axle cover.NOTE: To seal tire punctures and preventflat tires due to slow

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYSLoose or damaged wiring may causeyour tractor to run poorly, stop running, orprevent it from starting.• Check wiring. See electri

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-_will not be used for 30 days or more.WARNING: Never store the t

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 centerPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notturn o

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMLoss of power(continued)CAUSE3. Build-up of gras

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center_ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION_ower blades will 2. Worn/damag

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922SCHEMATICBATTERY//REDAMMETER(OPTIONAL) WHETEIGNITIONSWITCHtFIGNITION SWITCHPOSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE '_OFF M

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER !117.272922t /2241I IJ/ I26i/25////11\\29IIII////34

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES28395816620820821974208chassis-Laser -It,stlt 1236

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 17499613 172105X0

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922GROUND DRIVE3638

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 71 169183Hydro Gr 314-0510 73 1

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

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922STEERING ASSEMBLYt- - _-------38_ _39, i j)--1I_='-"-'- 4288JJI29464768 67 67J6768isteering..pl.lt 4

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 33

ENGINE231TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2729221438133929\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester23engine-bsintek-twin 28KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1705462 1772040834 149

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922SEAT ASSEMBLY\\\\\\\/III8IIIII...-1617 12seat It.knob 111iiKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 19131610

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922DECALS73 2 2 4111KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1847303 1847284 1847295 1816596 1336447 1864388 1791289 18489911 15681114

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922LIFT ASSEMBLY713413619322O152OIiff-rh,lpiece 3KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.2 15947

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922MOWER DECK157 _/67151 158_ _5_ 5546680,146,%\2117_119 118_ 1615-_56F19 2142 D man*t_pa h stlt 3,21%,\ I2829_18119 j

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Housing 56 1657232 STD533107 Belt 59 1410433 1

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E12e5[_267_J26©525287_/_524 @220 @7501019 LABEL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E135O36 _ 1022102911003824o_ 3o5._73__'- 62

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1695573 _405358 ENGINE GASKET KIT@ 860207 _ 943

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272922BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER 0174-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONu_u_ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15 DEGREES MAX._ ARNING: To avoid serious injury,

Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,no matter who made it, no

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSiGasolineiCapacityand Type:Oil TypeAPI-SF-SJ):3.5 GallonsUnleadedRegularSAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)iOil Capacity: W

Steering Wheel©SteeringWheelAdapterSteering _ SteeringExtensionSleeve ShaftSteering @WheelInsert(1) Locknut 1/2-20(1) Large FlatWasher®(1) Locknut 1/4

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

Label"7 I,,!INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking a