Craftsman 917.27077, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...270770 Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip ment For answers to your questions about this product Call 1 800 659 5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 ...

Page 2: ...arranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase Please contact your nearest service center After 30 days from the date of purchase warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman dding equip ment to your nearest Sears Service Center In home warranty service will still be avail able after 30 days from the date of purchase but...

Page 3: ...e of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do nottry to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that chil...

Page 4: ...nother responsible adult Be alert and tum machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing lock behind and down for small children across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid...

Page 5: ...al The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail able on this product Contact your nearest Sears store for details CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintain ing caring for and using your tractor Follow the instruction...

Page 6: ...RTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE i I i I 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hex 13olt 3 8 16 x I 1 Lockwasher 318 1 Hex Bolt 5116 18x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 1 Washer 17 32 x 1o3 16 x 12 Gauge I Knob I 6 ...

Page 7: ...cket separately in carton _m Seat Video Cassette I Mulcher _ Plate Steedng Whee_j_ Steedng t Boot Manual Parts Bag i I I Parts Bag contents not shown full size Washers 2 Shoulder 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Bolts 2 Centedock Nuts 2 Gauge Wheels Steedng Wheel _Hook Adapter Assemblies Steedng Extension Shaft Steedng Wheel Insert 2 Keys 4 Slope Sheet 7 ...

Page 8: ...arts or boxes and remove BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in exten sion and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT 13ghten bolt and nut secure lyto 18 22 ft Ibs torque Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to ...

Page 9: ...height See TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual With mower in desired height of cut position gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropri ate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 Iocknut and tighten securely Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole Gauge Wheel Mounl_ng ...

Page 10: ...see that the brake s properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are propedy inflated For shipp...

Page 11: ... OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED R N H L A I rACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE A T rACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Modelsonly 11 ...

Page 12: ...h ments mounted to your tr_ctor_ UGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THRO rrLE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and start ing the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower cutting hei...

Page 13: ...o slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Tum ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is stand...

Page 14: ...uard TO OPERATE ON HILLS _ CAUTION DO not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope A slope guide at the back of your manual is provided for your use Choose the slowest speed before start ing up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position If stopping is absolutely necessary...

Page 15: ...clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to DISEN GAGED position Move throttle control to fast position Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below Insert key into ignitionand turn ke...

Page 16: ...ill suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used D MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulche...

Page 17: ...ms that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodi cally to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark...

Page 18: ...to highest positio_ to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with o trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole isn blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque Tra...

Page 19: ...ore frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before start ing the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dip stick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine...

Page 20: ...__on of this manUal MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could cre ate a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN UNE FUEL FILTER The fuel filte...

Page 21: ...e pulley Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spdng Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer spdngs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under trac tor IMPORTANT If an attachment other...

Page 22: ...usted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 If links are...

Page 23: ...ut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Conta_ your nearest authorized ser vice _enter department With Parking Brak_ Engaged Nut A am Nut oO_Operating Arm TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assi...

Page 24: ...square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover _ Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener a...

Page 25: ...am in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedures Headlight Wire Connector ENGINE Maintenance repair or repla...

Page 26: ...se 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns FINAL SE I I ING Stad engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in slow posi tion hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw tum idle m...

Page 27: ...l system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel line...

Page 28: ...ead battery Corroded battery termi nals Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fil ter Check all wiring See ToAdjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized ser v...

Page 29: ... wiring Carburetor out of adjust ment Engine valves out of adjustment Worn bent or loose blade Bent blade mandrel Loose damaged part s Set in Higher Cut posi tion reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel ...

Page 30: ...itch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuss Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not Set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST ...

Page 31: ..._ 1It _ J_J_J_ IIW _ UGHTING SYSTEMOUtPt r I SAUp CO_00_IT_ DIOOI ALTERNATOR I I THE LIGHTS ARE NOT _ _P_ J_P_ _ CONNECTED TO THE BA3TERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE HEADLIGHTS BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM ASTHE ENGINE IS POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST...

Page 32: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 ELECTRICAL I I 24 41 26 I I i J I 32 ...

Page 33: ...ight 1156 24 4799J Cable Batten 25 146148 Cable Batter 26 108824X Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps He 1 4 20 Unc 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 121305X Switch Seat 30 140301 Switch Ign 4 Posi_on 31 124211X Nut Ignition 32 141226 Cover Igni0on Switch 33 109310X Key Molded Craltsman 40 156442 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal 43 145673 Solenoid 44 73640400 Nut Ke...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 P 58 12 14 11 4 37 23 54 14 34 ...

Page 35: ... 151287X558 Fend Ftrest 31 139976 Bracket Fender Support 37 174_K 508 ScrewTndrol 5 16 18 x 1i2 38 139e86 P vot Bracket Assembly LH 39 139687 Pivot Bracket Assembly R H 51 73800400 Nut LOC_w Insert 1 4 20 UNC 52 1_91416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 53 145201 Bracket Gdlle Pickoff LH 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 55 145202 Bracket Grille Pickoff RH 57 STD522507 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 UNC x 75 58 14...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 GROUND DRIVE 57 84 58 113 51 5 18 116 50 149 r 150 p_48 _1 _ i _ 150 151 51 37 26 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...elt L H 82 123782X Bolt 83 19171216 Shaft Assembly Foot Pedal 84 145643 Beadng Nylon 85 150360 Washer 86 157480 RollPin 87 19212016 Pulley Idler Flat 88 12000008 Bolt 89 158391X428 Spacer Split 395 x 59 90 124346X Keeper Belt IdlerFool Proof 96 STD624003 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga 112 19091210 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 113 127285X BeUcrankClutchGrad Dr Stl 116 72110610 Retainer Belt 145 7449...

Page 38: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 STEERING ASSEMBLY t t i_1 o p _s O2 44 47 IS 38 ...

Page 39: ...6 Gauge Washer 27 32 x 1 114x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Bearing SteeringColumn DraglinkExtendedStamped Washer Lock BearingAxleSTLT GT Nut Lock Range 518 11UNC ShaftAssembly Steering Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Washer Shim 1 4 x 5 8 x 062 Screw Hex Socket 1 4 20 x 5 8 PitlmanShaftAssernd_ Bracket Steedng Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw Thd Roll 3 6 16 x 3 ...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 11 39 31 32 34 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENqT Spark Arrester 4O ...

Page 41: ...ems Heat Shield Lt WasherLock Hvy Helical 114 Bolt Rr_Hex 1 4 Gasket Muffler Nipple Pipe 4 1 2 Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT STD551237 WasherLock ExtTooth3 8 17490624 159880 145996 73920600 152927 137180 157103 16_ _ r 123487X io oe2x 17490512 8543R 109227X 128861 Screw Thdrol3 8 16xl 1 2 Tytt Shield Bm Dbr Guard gon_ r_ Cr_oke NtJt Keps3 8 24 Unf Screw Tr 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange Arrestor Spark Tap ...

Page 42: ... Hinged 17 123976X Nut Hex Lockw ins 3 8 16 Unc 21 153236 SpringSeat Cprsn2 250 BIkZi 22 STD541431 ScrewThdrol3 8 16 X 1Ty4t 24 19171912 Washer 13 32X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Pan PntSeat blk Knob Seat lf2 13 Unc BIk BracketPet MountingSwitch DESCRIPTION BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id BoltRdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc SpdngCprsn 127 BIk Pnt NutLock 1 4Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc BoltShoulder5 16 1...

Page 43: ... DESCRIPTION Decal Battery Diehard Seam Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Mulching Decal Battery Decal Replacement Decal Uft Handle Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT OwneCsManual English OwneCsManual Spanish WHEELS TIRES 11 KEY NO 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 NOTE PART NO DESCRIP11ON 59192 ValveCap nre 65139 Stern Valve 106222X 13m Front 59904 Tube Front nre Not Provided Service Item One 106732X427 Rim Front 2781 1...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 13 5 4 6 19 13 31 32 13 19 2O 15 44 ...

Page 45: ...ing Nylon 7 125631X Grip Handle Ruted 8 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865 Link Uft LH 12 139866 Link Oft R H 13 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 15 127218 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 UNC 17 130171 Trunnion 18 73680800 Nut Lock 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 140302 Bearing Pvt LiftSpecial 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE Allcomponentdimensionsgiv...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 MOWER DECK _132 17 _ 21 21 5 4 6 21 27 46 ...

Page 47: ...olt 118 73930600 133835 Fastner ChristmasTrae 119 STD551037 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 121 143723 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 128 153390 Gauge 129 19131312 _rD541437 Nut Crowaiock 3 8 16 UNC 130 STD523710 133551 Rod Piyot with Nibs 140083 Rod ClUtch Secondary with 131 STD533710 Nibs 140088 Guard Mandrel LH 132 19132203 STD624003 Retainer 137729 Screw Thd Roll 114 20x 5 8 141 6266H 133944 Was...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C 157 o 71B 11 150 13 48 ...

Page 49: ...627 ID x 031W 77 788078A 29A 780160 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 031W 79 792144 29B 780051 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 031W 82 778333 29C 780199 Anti RotationWasher 632 30 780108 Cup Washer 1 127 ID x 032W 83 778338 31 780001 FlatWasher 750 ID x 056W 85 792154 Use As Needed 67 788089A 31A 780195 FlatWasher 750 ID x 062W 150 788093A 32 788083 Oil Seal 5 6 157 788088A 34 780194 Bushing 563 180 730229A 35 78019...

Page 50: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2631 E1 601 523 842 422 2_A 528 524 0 535 445 537 5O ...

Page 51: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2631 E1 1358 GASKET SET J 51 61 ...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR o MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 BRIGGS STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2631 E1 653 615A 783 801 802 803 544 S92 52 ...

Page 53: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270770 BRIGGS STRA rTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 42E707 TYPE NUMBER 2631 E1 5 8A__2 9 10A 244 3 881 5A IO 9 13 I 1019 LABEL KITI 306A 53 ...

Page 54: ...20 291675 Seal Oil 121 491539 CarburetorKit 22 94724 Screw Seres 125 19306 Carburetor 23 491180 Flywheel 127 223472 Plug Welch 24 222698 Key Flywheel 147 497684 Jet Pilot 25 498584 PistonAssembly Standard Size 161 496599 Base Air Cleaner 498585 PistonAssembly 010 165 94289 Nut Wing Oversize 187 299146 Une Fuel 28 Long Cutto 498586 PistonAssembly 020 Suit Oversize 188 94627 Screw 498587 PistonAssem...

Page 55: ...Cable 358 495868 Gasket Set 858 270989 Diaphragm Carburetor 353 19203 Rywheel Puller 859 271025 Gasket Pump 383 89838 Wrench Spark Plug 860 261358 Spdng Diaphragm 391 280197 Body Pump 861 393397 Repair Kit Pump 392 261395 Spdng Diaphragm 868 497212 Seal Valve 394 272638 Diaphragm Carburetor 869 261463 Seat Valve Intake 414 220680 Washer 870 213316 Seat Valve Exhaust 422 222875 Bracket Oil Fill 871...

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Page 59: ... ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL ol _D 15 MAX I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not I greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu f ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme ceutlon when changing direction on elopes ...

Page 60: ...eparaci6n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on pumhasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 mmmmmm mmmmnm When requesting service_ or ordering parts always provide the_following information Prod...