Craftsman 917.272074 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's ManualJCRnFTSMAN'JLAWN TRACTOR17 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.272074This product has a low emission

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.,-;,A ,=BATTERY CAUTION OR REVE

KNOWYOUR 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

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe engine in your tractor has beenshipped, from the factory, already filledwith summer weight oil.1.

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

AS YOU COMPLETEREGULARSERVICE /_._/¢_¢_./¢P/_ -/s ERVICE DATESl/ / //WCheck Operator Presence andT Intedock Systems V'R Check for LOOSe Fasteners

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

• Keep battery and terminals clean.• Keep battery bolts tight.• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.NOTE: The original eq

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

AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using adirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleanerafter every 25 hours of operation or everyseason. Servi

[_lb WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS BEFOREINJURY,PERFORMINGANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,2. Place gea

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

MandrelPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe right side of the transaxle.If tractor re

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

Weak or Dead Fully ChargedBattery BatteryREPLACING BATTERY_WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact b

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.,_ILCAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start 1. Out of fuel.2.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerCAUSE CORRECTIONPROBLEMLossofpowerExcessivevibrationEngi

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTSee appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will 1. Obstruction

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074SCHEMATIC"° -BATTERY SOLENOIDFUSE STARTERREDMM_E_I'ERPTIONAL) wwnE_G _IGNITIONSWITCH\!_ _JLJ,'J,IGNI

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/48 176689 Box Battery16 17

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES2831_/5208 • \391666O7420834

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074CHASSISANDENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 15527

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074GROUND DRIVE5726 2736

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 64Peedess206-545C 652 146682 Spr

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074STEERING ASSEMBLYf 11 •... oi... !----,\473O88

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 12OOOO299 33

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could overtu

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074ENGINE314OKEY PARTNO. NO,1 1705482 177204083 ...4 17466713 12-041-0314 14845616 STD55123723 16983729 13718031 109

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074SEATASSEMBLY1211KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONI 180597 Seat2 180166 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk)3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074DECALS20KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563682 1814233 1773334 1773345 1380476 1336447 1773678 1723319 16320410 156439KEY PARTDES

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074LIFTASSEMBLY1319 I6132320 161718 20KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger2 159471 Sha

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074MOWER DECK157 ,(_,_. 67158151152 - _.lS33418i44

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074MOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO.1 1658922 STD5331073 1380174 16546O5 STD6240086 1780248 8508579 STD55113710 14029611 13414

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074PEERLESSTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C47,%1315746

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transa

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV490,TYPENUMBER27508CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I911s914CRANKCASEJ1916---_18\lO48

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DE

• Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508i IGNITIONIELECTRICAL%,15-- 9BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I121011\

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508IGNITION/ELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTNO

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508STARTING SYSTEM1IENGINE CONTROLSt/08O1716 _T _Jm \ Io m,t_--_/l_

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV490,TYPENUMBER27508STARTING SYSTEMENGINE CONTROLSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508CRANKSHAFT2"-"" 8]EXHAUSTFUEL SYSTEM I,-, 6 --9

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272074KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV490, TYPE NUMBER 27508FUEL SYSTEMKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION123456 12-041-01-S7 12-265-

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONO11. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that its left e

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline 1.25Capacity and Unleaded andType: RegularOil Type SAE 10W30API-SF-SJ): (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)Oil Capacity:

1-800-488-1222For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manualsthat you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM!1-800-366-PART

SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4O(1) Locknut 5/16-18(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Lockwasher 3/8,=_ Ste

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

LabelTerminalINSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and fiatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and s