Craftsman 917.271060 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

£RAFTSMAN

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271060

e Safety

• Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am- 5 pro, Mon- Sat

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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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

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

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

Assembly .............................................. 7

Operation ............................................ 10

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

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

Storage ............................................... 28

Troubleshooting ................................. 29

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is

maintained, lubricatod and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's

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

matedal or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn dudng normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or

accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions

contained in the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATI'ERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery includedwith this riding

equipment proves defective in matedal or workmanship and our testing determines the

battery 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

dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will

still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard tdp 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, Hoftman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions in the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•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.

•Be sure the area isclear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point itat anyone.

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place.

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always tum off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

2 remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large pementage of riding mower-

related injuries, These operators

should evaluate _eir ability to operate

the dding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

esdous injury.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to Ioes-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injuryor death. All

slopes require extra caution. If you

cannot back up the slope or ifyou feel

uneasy on it,do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, not 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 ob-

stacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you willnot have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•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. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not tum on slopes unless neses-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near dropoffs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of acliff 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.

•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 children will remain where

you lest saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if

children enter the area.

•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.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching

blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other

objects that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They 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 cool 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 heat-

er.

•Never run emachine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

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.

•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 carry passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

•Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

dren enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

A_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precadtions. It means u/_u-

TIONIt! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug.

,_kCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. Tallgrass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that you will nothave to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not tum on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, tum slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. TOOheavy of a load, while

on a slope, is dangerous. "liras can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

_WARNING: The enaine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

CAPACITY

ANDTYPE:

OILTYPE

API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

1.25 GALLONS

UNLEADED

REGULAR

SAE 10W30 (ABOVE

32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°FI

W/FILTER: 4.0 PINTS

W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS

CHAMPION RC12YCSPARK PLUG:

GAP: .030")

VALVE

CLEARANCE: NOT ADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.5

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4

I'IRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

.3HARGING 3AMPS BATTERY

_YSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

_TTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1 R

3LADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

rORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS .on your purchsse

of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible depend-

ability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center. We have competent, well-trained

technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES'.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is

available on this product. Contact your

nearest Sears store for details,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintair

ing, cedng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

AWARNING: This tractor isequipped

with an intemal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-

covered or grass-covered land unless

the engine's exhaust system is equippe_

with a spark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (if any). Ifa spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the opera-

tor.

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/Dapartment (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

=_ Steedng Wheel

Adapter

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Locknut 5/16-10 _(1) Lockwashar 3/8

tSteedng

Extension

Steedng Shaft

Boot

Seat

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Keys Video Cassette

(2) Keys Slope Sheet

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your

tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9116" wrench (1) Pliers

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

(1) 3/4" socket with

ddve ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operafing

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts boxes from shipping carton.

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels fiat.

•Remove mower and packing mated-

als.

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

•Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

•Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

•Remove steemg wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

_Insert

_---..-3/8 Hex Bolt

_---_3/8 Lock Washer

_Large Flat

_Washer

/' Boot

Steedng Wheel ,Tabs

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

•Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift seat pan to raised postion and

open battery box door.

•If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (la-

bel located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-

10 amps. (See =BATTERY" in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for

charging structions.)

Seat

Battery

Door

_rminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit onseat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

*Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob 'securely. Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction below to remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and"raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

*Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(See =TO TRANSPORT" in the Opera-

tion section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

AWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

Be sure the area in front of tractor Is

clear of other people and objects.

•Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

•Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

•Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

•Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

•Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

•Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly ddve tractor oft

skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever in

neutral position.

•Tum ignitionkey to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold

shield when attaching mulcher plate and

allow it to rest on plate while in opera-

lion. Mulchsr

Plate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in a safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or installat'_n of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necesea_ to change

blades: The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and begging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cuffing performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECKOECKLEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See 'I"O

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion and mower bla_e drive 9

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your

tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See =TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

V' CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor, we wish to assure that you re-

ceive the best performance and satisfac-

tion from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist:

,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

•/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

ovednflated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly lev-

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

cutting results. (Tires must be properly

inflated for leveling).

•!Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pul-

leys and inside all belt keepers.

•/ Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

•/Before driving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While leaming how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following im-

portant 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 oper-

ating condition.

4' It is important to purge the transmis-

sion before operating your tractor for .

the first time. Follow proper staking

and transmission purging instructions

(See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op-

eration section of this manual).

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTIONOR

WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTSON OVERTEMP

LIGHT

FUEL CHOKE MOWERHEIGHT PARKINGBRAKE UNLOCKED MOWERLIFT

LOCKED

R N H

ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

CLUTCH ENGAGED LOW PARKINGBRAKE

ATTACHMENT KEEPAREACLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETYRULESSECTION)

DANGER,KEEP HANDSAND FEET AWAY FREEWHEEL

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