Owner’s Manual 16 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.271030 ® Safety ® Assembly ® Operation ® Maintenance ® Repair Parts This product has a low emission engine which operates differenlfy from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION“ Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip ment.
Warranty............................. Safety Rules............. Assembly........ ........... . Operation................... . Maintenance Schedule..... Maintenance................... .........2 Product Specifications .... ..................... ,...5 ........ 2 Service and Adjustments,......... ............. ...,.„22 .........8 Storage.,.. ................................. ........27 .......12 Troubleshooting................................ ...28 ......18 Repair Parts.......... ........ ..................
« Turn off biades 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 white under the influence of alcohol or drugs, » Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. « Use extra care when loading or unload ing the machine into a trailer or truck. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
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.
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 10W-30 (above 32° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service 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 instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor property. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”. OIL CAPACITY: 4.
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Steering Boot Seat Video Muicher Plate f' £3 SMSCtiiEl Steering Wheel Parts Bag Manual (2) Center lock Nuts (2) Shoulder Bolts {2) Washers 3/8 x7/8x HOauge Parts Bag contents not shown full size Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Insert o (2) Gauge Wheels Slope Sheet (2) Keys Steering Wheei Adapter (2) Latch Hook Assembiys
! 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. inside boot and onto adapter.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY Seat Pan AcAUTION: Do not short battery termi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, re move metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be con nected first to prevent sparking from acci dental grounding. » Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat pan to raised position. » Open battery box door and remove pro tective plastic.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. ® Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 5 of this manual. niiii*Kl Itou'Til* 1^- luiiT tG ni,i* It. Ir.tT.t. mnM' 'V nroff. Iim IT^ Biiui For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See ‘TO level mower HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are proper ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per formance. « Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. ® Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See ‘TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT’ in the Operation section of this manual). ® With mower in desired height of cut po sition, gauge wheels should be assem bled so they are slightly off the ground.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
KNOW YOUB TRÄCTOB READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Attachment Light Switch Position National Standards Institute, ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attach ments mounted to your tractor. LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields white operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles, or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth, « For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut rela tively high; the second to desired height. TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor Is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
o When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position. » The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.
best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. For best results, adjust the mower cut ting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow siowly. ■» Jf grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce toad and possi ble fire hazard from dried clippings.
CUSTOWIER rísponsibiuties MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake Operation | ^ T R A c T 0 R 1/ Check Tire Pressure ✓ Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems ✓ Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ 1/ 1 \^ 7 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1 4 /' Lubrication Chart ✓ 1 Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Termlnals/Rooharge Check Transaxle Cooling L/'s Adjust Biade 0®it(s) Tension Adj'ust Motion Drive Bett|s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level 1 |l^5 ✓ Change Engine Oi! | ✓
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See 'TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES « Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 5 of this manual), o i^eep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub ber.
■ Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. ® Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. ® Reinstall battery (See “CONNECT BAT TERY” in the Assembly section of this manual). V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE. Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car tridge. NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge. * Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. ® Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely. CLEAN AIR INTAKeCOOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
ANPADJUST ^CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: « Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. » Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, » Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key, ® Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. « Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. ® Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs.
TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infiated (See “PROD UCT SPECiFICATiONS”). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT ® Raise mower to its highest position. ® At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4” of each other.
and inside all belt guides. Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. BELT INSTALLATION » Install new belt in reverse order of removal. dier Pulley Mandrel Pulley » Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. » Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers, 9 Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley. * Install new belt by reversing above pro cedure.
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS » Block up axle securely. * Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). “ Repair tire and reassemble. “ On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. « Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. ® Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer.
ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or indi vidual. Warranty repairs must be per formed by an authorized engine manufac turer's service outlet TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasoho! or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam age the fuel sykem of an engine while in storage- f .. ® Drain the fuel tank. ® Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. « Never use engine dr carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
TROUBLESHbOTING CHART PROBLEM Wiil not start CORRECTION CAUSE • Out of fuel » Engine not “CHOKED” propeHy. » Engine flooded* « Bad spark plug* • Dirty air filter. • ftrty fuel filter, • Water In fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment Hard to start * Engine valves out of adjust ment » Dirty air filter. • Bad spark plug. • Weak ortdead battery. • Dirty fuel filter. 0 stale or dirty fuel. « Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART *• i* 1 • Clean underside of mower hous Loss of power (cont’d) * Build-up of grass, leaves and ing.“ trash under mower. * Clean/repiace air filter. « Dirty air filter. * Check oil levef/change oil. • Low oil level/dirty oil. * Clean and regap or change • Faulty spark plug. spark plug. » Replace fuel filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with * Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline. • Drain fuel tank and carburetor, • Water in fuel.
;^; TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM OAMSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge (confd) • Mower deck not level. » Lqw/uneven tire air pressure. • Level mower deck. • Check tires for proper air pres sure. » Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt » Clean underside of mower hous ing. * Replace mower drive belt » Reinstall blades sharp edge down. * Replace with blades listed in this manual. ® Clean around mandrels to open vent holes. » Wbrn, bent or loose blade.
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TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.271030 DECALS KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 156368 163262 163200 163202 163207 133644 163203 163204 156439 DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. 12 14 20 21 Decal, Oper. Instr, Decal, Dash Pnl Kohier Decal, Hood, R,H Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, Fend Sd Sht Decal, Customer Maintenance Decal, Deck Mower EZ Decal, Fender, Craftsman Decal, Fender Danger WHEELS & TfRES .. .. .. 146046 160396 149516 138047 138311 154515 154516 163473 163474 KEY PART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271030 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 125631X 122365X 139B6S 139886 STD624008 127218 73350800 130171 738Q0800 139868 STD624008 110807X 19131016 2876H 76020308 126971X •lO /oDovOUv 29 30 31 32 49 50 13S057 160233 140302 73540600 145212 110452X D ESCRI PTiON Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/PiungerLT Shaft Asm , Lift Pin Groove ERing #5133-62 Washer 21/32x1 x21 Ga.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271030 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-122 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 160955 2274J 134400 105904X 160940 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 134788 108727X 120951X 148266 2225J 134793 143697 120415X 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 142674 161563 161564 105909X 10591OX 148269 160943 138246 •i1 i30ii»i30 148268 143673 2244J 105916X 120470X 110070X 142677 142681 124644X 108980X 120406X 134796 105926X 36 2228J 1^ NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271030 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43514 STARTING SYSTEM NO. PART NO. 1 M-0839070 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 25-098-05 12-755-54 12-227-06 12-170-05 12-221-01 12-227-13 12-211-01 DESCRIPTION ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART NO. NO. Screw, hex. flange M8x1,25x70 (2) Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) Kit, drive end Cap, drive end Armature Kit, brush & spring Cap, commutator end Bolt, hex. flange 1/4-20x4-5/8 (2) OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART NO. NO.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION T SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Ü1 C0 'Vvvmv»>vvnvvv»vmftVVvmvvvvvvvv»vvvvvvvv»»v»vvwwwvHnv»vvvy»mYwmvY,tmy>mtmnmnymnnnmmm«a,i,mimnmi1:W: Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15“), never across the face. Make turns gradu« ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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