Craftsman 917.270412 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

13.5 HP

ELECTRIC START -

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAW TRACTOR

Model No.

917o270412

o Safety

o Assembly

o Operation

Maintenance

o 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:

I=800-659°5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon -Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Warranty ...................................................... 2

Safety Rules ............................................ 2

Product Specifications ................... ........ 5

Operation ............................................... 11

Maintenance Schedule .......................... 17

Maintenance ........................................... 17

Service and Adjustments ........................ 21

Storage,... ............ .................................. 27

Tr0uble'shooting..:.:: ........................... :.....28

Repair Parts .......................................... 34

Parts Ordering ........................ Back Cover

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etco

• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass°

o Repairs necessary because of operator' abuse, negligence, tmproper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

o Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge, in-home warranty

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 riding 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 a standard trip charge will apply)° This

warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to

state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co, D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

GENERAL OPERATION

o Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

o Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and thrown by the blade°

o Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing_ Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

o Never carry passengers.

oDo not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

o Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tion and do not point it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place°

o Slow down before turning,

o Never leave a running machine unat-

tended, Always turn off blades, set park-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

o Turn off blades when not mowing.

o Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute°

o Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs°

o Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

o Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death,, All

slopes require extra caution_ If you cannot

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across°

o Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, eta

o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps Uneven

terrain could overturn the machine,. Tall

grass can hide obstacle&

o Use slow speed., Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

o Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments° These can change

the stability of the machine,,

. Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction_

, Avoid starting or stopping on a slope° tf

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

DO NOT:

Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible_

,Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments° The mower could sud_

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.,

,Do not mow on wet grass.. Reduced

traction could cause sliding..

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground,

oDo 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 children will remain where

you last saw them°

• Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area°

o Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation°

o Never allow children to operate the

machine.

o Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

o Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. "]'hey are flammable and

vapors are explosive,,

- Use only an approved container°

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running° Allow en-

gine to coo! before refueling. Do not

smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors°

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater

o Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

o Never tamper with safety devices,

Check their proper operation regularly_

o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage° Allow machine to cool before

storing°

*Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object,. Repair, if necessary',

before restarting.

Nevermakeadjustmentsorrepairswith

to wear,damage,anddeterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended parts,

when necessary.

° Mower blades are sharp and can cut.

Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

Use extra Caution when Servicing them.

o Check brake operation frequently.

Adjust and service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing, Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

. Never carp] passengers_

, Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

o Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

o Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adulL

o Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area_

oBefore and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

o Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not

across.

,_Look for' this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-,

TtON!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent accidem

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

it cannot contact spark plug.

o 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.

o Use slow speed_ Choose a tow gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope_

o Avoid starting or stopping on a slopes If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

oDo not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible_

•_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm°

PRODUCT SPECIFICATLONS

" AsouNE: GALLO.S

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OlL TYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F)

(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: &0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJI9LM or

GAP: ,030") J19LM

VALVE INTAKE: .O05"-.007"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .009"-..01t"

GROUND SPEED

(MPH): FORWARD:

1sT 1.0

2ND 1,3

3RD 2.t

4TM 3.1

5TM 4 0

6TM 5.1

REVERSE: Io6

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN, CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor° It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor°

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions wil! enab{e 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

oRead and observe the safety rules.,

o Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

,, Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual,.

,_WARNING" This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws ('#any). if a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code)_ Other

states may have similar laws, Federal

laws apply on federal lands_ A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PartsBagcontentsshowr){ull size .....

(2) Sheet

Metal

Screws

#10-16 x 1/2

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut

3/8-24

(1) Knob

t(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/t6-18

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Partspackedseparatelyincarton i :

Seat

-% •.

,,,_,,

Video

Cassette Steering

Wheel

Manual Steering

Boot

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Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

Steering

Wheel

insert

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

__ teering

Bushing -_ Steering Wheel

,_: ............ Adapter

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthosepartsleft

unassembledforshippingpurposes.Toensuresafeandproperoperationofyourtractor

:ali_lSa'_s:ahdhardwareyouassiamblemustbetightenedsecurely.Usethecorrecttoots:_ _:

asnecessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthevideocassettebeforeyoubegin°

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set willmake assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listedbelow_

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) PhillipsScrew driver

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

o Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6).

o Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat,

= Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

o Snap steedng wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

o Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid_

Insert

_ Large Flat Washer

Sheet

StZeering _/f--._ _ -"-Q\ Metal

S" " w_Steering

teenng Bushing

Adapter _ Tabs

BootSteering_b

Steering ,,

(Assembly

Position)

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKiD

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

° Slide the steering bushing over' the

steering shaft,

° Raise steering shaft forward until screw

holes in dash line up with steering bush-

ing_ Install two (2) sheet metal screws

and tighten securely°

o Position steering boot over steedng

shaft.

o Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to secure.

= Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper

steering shaft.

= Position flont wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

o Position steering wheel so cross bars

are hodzonta!.(left to right) and slide

onto adapter,

o Assemble large flat washer and 3/8-24

Iocknut and tighten securely.

Steering Shaft ' '

(Shipping "_"- _//

Position) //"'_'" .......... _ Tab Slot

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

o Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal,

°Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

°Roll tractorforward off skid.

°Remove banding holdingdischarge

guard up against tractor:

:HOWTO SETUPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift seat pan to raised position and open

battery box door.

, If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions)°

Seat

Pan

Ba_e_

Box

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob°

o Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan..

o Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt, Tighten shoulder bolt

securely,

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely, Do not tighten.

o Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat.

o Slide seat until a comfortable position is

reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal al! the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position,

o Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely. Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

Adjustment Knob

Fiat Washer

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled° See "TO

LEVELMOWER HOUSING":in the

Service and Adjustments section of this:: ....

manual,

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replaco

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments sectoin of

this manual° Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you ieam how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual

_"CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,[ A!l:assemblyinstructions 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

shipping pu_oses, the tires were

overinflated at the factory)°

#" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best

cutting results. (Tires must be properly

inflated for leveling).

J Check mower and ddve bett& Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers,

,/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

'TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA,_TTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

#' Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine_

,/" Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition°

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