Craftsman 917.271634 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

ICRAFTSMAN°I

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271634

• Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to yourquestions

about this product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am o5 pm, Mort - Sat

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

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

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

SafetyRules..........................................3

ProductSpecifications...........................6

Assembly...............................................6

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

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

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

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

Storage ................................................ 27

Troubleshooting .................................. 28

Repair Parts ......................................... 32

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

LIMITED TWOYEARWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

maintained, 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

matedal or workmanship. Warranty service is available free of charge by returning your

Crattsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

service is available but a trip charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this

productis in the United States.

ThLsWarranty does not cover:

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, includingbut not limited to, damage

caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the dding equipment, impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over speeding the engine.

• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limitedto,

electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the

proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable

debris, or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

•Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. A product is "used for

commercial purpose" if is used for any purpose other than single family household

dwellings or in usage where prot]t is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

battery will not hold acharge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty

service is available free of charge by returning your Craftsman dding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is avaLlable but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-HOME

WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-600-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which

may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., [:)/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in

serious injuryor death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsinthe manual and on the

machine beforestarting.

•Only allow responsibleadults, who are

familiar with the instructions,to operate

the machine.

•Clear the area ofobjectssuch as rocks,

toys,wire, etc., whichcould be picked

up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area isclear of other people

beforemowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware ofthe mower discharge

directionand do not pointit at anyone.

Do not operate the mowerwithouteither

the entire grass catcheror the guard in

place.

• Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parkingbrake, stopengine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removinggrass

catcher or uncloggingchute.

•Mow onlyin daylightor good artificial

light.

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influenceof alcoholor drugs.

•Watch for trafNcwhen operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machineinto a traileror truck.

•Data indicatesthat operators, age 60

years and above, are involvedin a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should

evaluate their abilityto operate the riding

mower safely enoughto protect them-

selvesand others from serious injury.

•Keep machinefree ofgrass, leaves or

other debds build-upwhich can touch

hotexhaust /engine partsand bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-

up to occur. Clean any oil or fuel

spillage before operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to coct before

storage. 3

I1.SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a majorfactor related toloss-of-

control and tipoveraccidents,which can re-

sult in severe in ury or death. All slopes

requre extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up

the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not

mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overturnthe machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

thatyou willnot have to stop orshift

while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommenda-

tions for wheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stabilityofthe machine.

Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changesin speed or direction.

Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straightdown the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,

and then, turn slowlyand gradually

downhill,if possible.

•Donotmow near drop-offs,ditches,or

embankments. The mower could

suddenlyturnover if a wheel is overthe

edge ofa cliffor ditch, or ifan edge

caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced

traction could cause sliding.

•Do not try to stabilizethe machineby

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Donatusegrasscatcheronsteep

slopes.

III.CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccurif 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 lastsaw them.

•Keep childran out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small childran.

• Never carry children. They may fall off

and be sedously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation,

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision,

IV. 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

engine 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 heater.

• Never run a machine inside aclosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

• Never tamperwith safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Anow machine to cool before

stodng.

•Stop and inspectthe 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 children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15 °Max),

notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rooks, 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 shill

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. 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 notturn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, tum slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_Look for this symbolto point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!H BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_LCAUTION: in order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, transport-

ing, adjustingor making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

_I, CAUTION: Do not coast down ahill in

neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

_CAUTION: Towonlythe attachments

that are recommendedby and comply

with specificationsof the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

_WARNING: Engine exhaust some of

ts const tuents, and certa n vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_kWARNING: Battery posts,terminals

and related accessones contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of Californiato cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OlLTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32_F)

API-SF - SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OiL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

GROUND SPEED (MPH):

FORWARD: 1ST 1.1

2ND 1.4

3RD 2.2

4TH 3.4

5TN 4.3

6TH 5.5

REVERSE: 1.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

,YSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

3ATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 27-35 FT.LBS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. Ithas 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 a

Sears or other qualifiedservice 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

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AG REEMENT

A Repair 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 maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual

_I,WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should notbe used on or near any

unimproved 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 (if 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 similarlaws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands. A

spark arrester for the muffler is available

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steedng

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

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

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

_Steedng Wheel

Adapter

Seat

(1) Large Flat Washer

°t

(1) Lockwasher 3/8

Steering

Extension

Steering Shaft

Boot

(1) Washer

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

_(1) Knob

For Future Use

Keys

€(2) Keys

Slope Sheet Video Cassette

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception ofthose 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 wilt make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

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

(2) l/2"wranch (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When dght or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in the

operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four corners of carton, and lay

panels fiat,

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1, Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and tower shafts and

install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securelyto 18-22 ft. Ibs torque.

2. Place tabs of steering boot over tab

slotsin dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3. Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

4. Remove steedng wheel adapter from

steedng wheel and slide adapter onto

steering shaft extension.

5. Position steenng wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

-_ _Insert

_3_/8HeoXpewt asher

_Large Flat

Adapter-------'-_

.__ Extension Shaft

5/16 Locknut -,-., 5/16 HexBolt

Lower

Steering ,..

Shaft ,,

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. 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.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Liftseat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery is putinto service

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Battery

Door

Terminal

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

SeatPan_ulder

Flat W__

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 ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor,

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_kWARNING: Before starting, read,

understand and follow all instructions in

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.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress clutch/brake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignitionkey to "OFF" position,

Continue with the instructionsthat follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(if previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Placa front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

Deflector

Shield

.F_ Mulcher

Plate

Latch

Hooks

A_)_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.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store

in e safe place. Your mower is now ready

for discharging or instanation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovedn-

fiated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cuttingperformance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that ere shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou learn how to operate your

tractor,check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See =TOADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

/CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY

YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO

ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVETHE BEST

PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION

FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

,/All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

•/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortablyand

tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For

shipping purposes, 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).

,I Check mower end drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections

are still secure end wires are properly

clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

•/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

dBecome 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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