Craftsman 917.271643 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

[CRAFTSMAN'[

16.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.271643

• Safety

•Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Foranswers to your questions

about thisproduct,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sear= Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mort - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

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

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

Assembly .............................................. 8

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

Maintenance ....................................... 18

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18

Service and Adjustments .................... 22

Storable ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting ................................. 30

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

maintained, lubdcatad 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

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

Craftsman dding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty

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

product is in the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:.

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts and oil filters.

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

thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but 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, faiture to keep the deck clear of flammabTe

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 profit is made.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BA'I-]'ERY

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

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

battery will not hold a charge, 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 available but a tdp

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 1-800-4-MY-HOME

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

may vary from state to state.

Seam, Roebuck and Co., [3/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

throwing objects. Failure to observe the tallowing sarsty instructionscould resultin

safious injury or death.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all

instructionsin the manual and on the

machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiarwith 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 is clear of other people

before mowing. 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 of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Alwaysturn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and 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 fortraffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine intoatrailer or truck.

•Data indicatesthat operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a large

percentage of riding mower-related

injuries. These operators should evaluate

their abilityto operate the ridingmower

safely enough to protectthemselves and

othersfrom serious injury.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves or

other debris build-upwhich can touch

hot exhaust /engine partsand bum. Do

notallow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-up

to occur.Clean any oil orfuel

spillagebefore operating or storingthe

machine. Allow machine to coolbefore

storage. 3

I1oSLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are amajorfactor related to loss-of-

control and tipover accidents, which can

rasult in severe in ury or death. All slopes

requireextra caution, f you cannot backup

the slope or if you 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 alow 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 neces-

sary, and then, rum slowlyand gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

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

embankments. The mower could

suddenly turn over if awheel 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.

• DOnot use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

IILCHILDREN

Tragcaccidentscanoccuriftheoperator

isnotaledtothepresenceofchitdren.

Childrenareoftenattractedtothe

machineandthemowingactivity.Never

assume that chitdren witi remain where

you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchtul care of another

responsible adult.

•Be aled and turn machine off if children

enterthe area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

•Never carry children.They may fail off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

•Never arrow chitdrento operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when apprOaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handting 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. Altow

engine to coot before refueling. Do

notsmoke.

-Never refuel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fual

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a dosed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operalJonregularly,

•Keep machine free of grass, _eaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

stofin9.

•Stop and inspect the equipment ifyou

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subiect

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving pads or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

manufaoturer's recommended pads,

when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and Gancut.

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 isclear 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 ifchildren

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for smalt children.

•Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),

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 obstacles.

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearso

thatyouwillnothavetostoporshift

whileontheslope.

•Avoid starting or stoppingon aslope. If

tiros 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 clownslowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_J-ook for this symbol to point out

importantsafety precautions. It means

CAUTIONll! BECOMEALERT!II YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In orderto prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where It cannot contact spark

plug.

•l_CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate onlyat the lowest

possiblespeed when on a slope. Too

heavy of aload, while on aslope, is

dangerous. "i3rescan lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

o! your tractor.

_I_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of Caiifomla to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

_I_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling,

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE ShE30(ABOVE32°F

(API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30

(BELOW32°F)

DILCAPACITY:3.0PINTS

;PARKPLUG: CHAMPIONRC12YC

SAP:.030")

SROUND SPEED FORWARD:5.2

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.7

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12PSI

CHARGING 3AMPS BA'I-['ERY

SYSTEM: 5AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BA'I-I'ERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and

pedormance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact a

Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retainthis manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor propedy.

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES!.

REPAIR AGREEMENT

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.

•Foltowthe instructionsunder NMainte-

nance" and =Storage" sectionsof this

owner's manual

,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal 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 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 availabte

through your nearest Sears service

center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

1) Hex Bolt

3/6-16 x 1

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

1) Lockwasher 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

=_ Steering

Wheel Adapter

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x12

Gauge

_(1) Knob

(1) Large Flat Washer

/1) Hex Bolt

16-18 x 1-1/4

tteering

Extension

Shaft

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Keys

Video Cassette

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

unasssmb{ed 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) 9/16"wrench (1) Pliers

(2) 1i2"wranch (1) Utility knife

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your pointof

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessible loose parts

and parts cartons from carton.

2. Cut, from topto bottom, along lines

on all four comers of carton, and lay

panels flat.

3. Check for any additional loose parts

or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR

FROM SKID

ATTACHSTEERINGWHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. Slide extension shaft onto lower

steedng shaft. Align mounting holes

in extension and lower shafts and

instaU5/16 hex boltand Iocknut.

Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: "Rghtanbolt 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. Positionfront wheels of the tractor so

they are pointingstraight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter

onto steering shaft extension.

5. Positionsteering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) end slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

secureiy.

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.

-_ _ insert

3/8 HexBolt

3/8 LockWasher

_Large Rat

Washer

Shaft

5/16 ex Bolt

Lower

Steering

Shaft Slots

HOW TO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

1. Uft seat pan to raised positionand

open battery box door.

NOTE: Ifthis battery isput intoservice

after month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals) charge

battery for minimum ofone hourat 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

Labe_

Battery

Door

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 positionedover 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 toosely. 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.

Seat Pan_%ulder

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 end

function of controls)

1. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment riftlever to its highest

position,

2. Retease parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal,

3. Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing positionto disengage transmis-

sion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

4. Rolltractor forward off skid.

5, Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

_k WARNING: Before starting,road,

understand and follow all instructionsin

the Operation section ofthis manual. Be

sure tractor is in awell-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. Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

4. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutcl'dbrakepedal and set

the parking brake.

5. Place motion control lever in neutral

(N) position.

6. Press liftlever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

7. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttlecontrolto idle

position.

8. Release parking brake.

9. Slowly move the motion control lever

forward and slowly ddve tractor off

skid.

10.Apply braketo stop tractor, set parking

brake and place motion control lever

in neutral position.

11.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. Place 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 intohole on back of

mower deck.

Plate

Shield

Latch

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 operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

e safe place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installation of optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE; It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Thetiresonyourtractorwereovednflated

at thefactory for shippingpurposes.

Correcttirepressureisimportantforbest

cuttingperformance.

• Reducetirepressureto PSishownin

=PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"section

ofthismanual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting resultS, mower housing

shoutdbe propedy leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figuresthat are shown for

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

sectionof this manual. Verify that the

belts are muted correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou leam how to operate your

tractor,check tosee that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new

tractor,we wish to assure that you receive

the best performance and satisfaction

from this qualityproduct.

Please review the following checklist:

/All assembly instructionshave been

completed.

/No remaining loose pads in carton.

/Battery is propedy prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

4" 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-raar for best cutting

results. (13res must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sum

they are routed properly around pulleys

and inside all belt keepers.

JCheck widng. See that all connections

are stillsecure and wires are propedy

clamped.

,/Before ddving tractor, be sure free-

wheel control is in drive position.

While learning how to use your tractor,

pay extra attention to the following

importantitems:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filledwith fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

/Become familiar with all controls -their

locationand function. Operate them

before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operat-

ing condition.

,/It isimportant to purge the transmission

before operating your tractor for the first

time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions(See

"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation

section of this manual).

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