Craftsman 917.271635 Manuel du propriétaire

Qwner's ManualJCRIIFTSMRN°J16.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271 635• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Mai

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frontof mower d

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.I- _1BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

• The average lawn should be cut toapproximately 2-1/2 inches during thecool season and to over 3 inchesduring hot months. For healthier andbetter loo

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon and l

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ./___/':/'_'_//_ _/i_'_e,'f"FILL IN DATES _£REGULAR SERVICE _:As COMPLET DATESCheck Brake Operation

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high s

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive char

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to re

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheelsfree of all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect p

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SP

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT R

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVERNEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxle should be in neutral whenthe gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lockgate) position. The adj

Positive Terminal Negative TerminalChargedBatteryPositive TerminalNegative TerminalREPLACING BATTERY_CAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowin

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems, whichare being done at the customers expense,may be performed by

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.A01LCAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks butwill not start1. Out of fuel.2. Engine

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of power1. Cutting too much grass/toofast.2. Throttle in "CHOKE"position.3. Build-up of gr

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions coul

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdischargeCAUSE1. Obstruction in clutchmechanism.Headlight(s) notworking(if so equippe

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BATTERY/7IGNITIONSWITCHWHITEJL ... JCLUTCH / BRAKE(PEDAL UP)BLACKBLACKOPTIONAL)'_ SPARK(_ _ PLUGGAPa_

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ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1449252 747604128 15641716 15366421 17568822 4152J24 4799J25 14614726 1751582

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES212281220820720853515554576O206 374320834

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 15592712 14566013

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635GROUND DRIVE5336

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64 711707642 1466823

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635STEERING ASSEMBLY"'-22-2;-"' q_'_- 42i37 I36.J29881747656867 6767\923O43/8\ I 11 /38

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3366R10 175121

III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mow

ENGINETRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635314O333329OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark ArresterI38114237262I134JKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION123170545 Control Thrott

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271635LIFT ASSEMBLY713 _ _313256132OKEY PARTNO, NO.1 1594602 1594713 105767X4 120000025 192116216 120183X7 125631X8 12236

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635SEAT ASSEMBLYIii17 122511KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 170006169

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.27163567427lO2011413KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563682 1742103 1716964 1716975 1766776 1336447 1772538 1723319 16320410 156439

MOWER DECKTRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635/153 1543736155 _143159 "_ 144 ___,.1;540-.-'_ 37._145I,14634/.,_ 105106"_ 102 _103 I102j>

MOWER DECKTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271635KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 52 1398882 STD533107 B

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-14054/4546i6575956,/P474849506170465962// 63// 64/ //6O/6643*/i/ 52• /i ,I ,/

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635DANA TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER D4360-140KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170981 Housing, Upp

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E14r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLSTO INSTALL. SEE REPAI

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1467_ 971968967 _"I 1019 LABEL KIT I[ 1058 O

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope,• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1729A _30411334 I 1036 LABEL-EMISSIONS I5238425

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET51 '_ _s_ 276109

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1KEY PARTNO. NO.1 6901562 3992653 3910864 4942385

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271635BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 311707, TYPE NUMBER 0125-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION(31SIGHTING ""ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 1.25CAPACITY UNLEADED_,ND TYPE: REGULAR31LTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)API-SF - SJ): SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)3.0 PINTSCHAMPION

Steering•Wheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Large Flat Washer(1)HexBolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1)Locknut 5/16-18_ (1)Lockwasher 3/8[[[[[_ll[

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper oper

SeatBatteryDoorTerminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpac