Owner's Manual I("nFTSMnN, I LAWN TRACTOR 17.0 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.272650 [_]]] differently from built engines. Beforeoperates you start the This product haspreviously a low emission engine which engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before about this product, Call: operating this equipment.
Maintenance ......................................... 17 Service and Adjustments ...................... 21 Storage ................................................. 27 Troubleshooting .................................... 28 Repair Parts .......................................... 32 Sears Service ......................... Back Cover Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Product Specifications ............................
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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: • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously 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. • 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 obstacles. • Use slow speed.
• 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 absolutely 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.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type _,PI-SF-SJ): Oil Capacity: 1.25 Unleaded and Regular SAE 30 (Above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Champion Tire Pressure: Charging System: Battery: Forward: Reverse: Front: Rear: RC12YC 1st 2rid 3rd 4th 5th 6th 1.1 1.4 2.2 3.3 4.4 4.9 1.4 14 PSI 10 PSI 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Amp/Hr: 28 Min. CCA: 230 Case Size: U1R Blade Bolt Torque: 27-35 Ft. Lbs.
Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert @ (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 F[__ (1) Locknut 1/2-20 I @ (1) Locknut I 1/4-28 Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel _St_eritg Adapter I (1) Large Flat Washer I Seat @ _(1) (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet llIIl (2) Keys 7 Video Cassette
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY FOR _] A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
6. Lower seat into operatingposition and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortableposition is reachedwhich allowsyou to press clutch/brakepedal all the waydown. 8. Get off seat withoutmoving its adjusted position. 9. Raise seat and tightenadjustment knobsecurely. 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.
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 into hole on back of mower deck. Deflector Shield CHECK FOR PROPER OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. R REVERSE ENGINE OFF N H L NEUTRAL HIGH LOW LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED ENGINE ON OIL PRESSURE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED Models only) & Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR 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.
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 while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
• The average lawn should be cut to 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 relatively high; the second to desired height. TO OPERATE • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. • Make all turns slowly.
ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottomof filler neck. Do not overfill. Usefresh, clean, regular unleadedgasoline with a minimumof 87 octane. (Use of leadedgasoline will increasecarbon and lead oxide deposits and reducevalve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchasefuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assurefuel freshness. _CAUTION: Wipe off any spilledoil or fuel. Do not store, spill or usegasoline nearan open flame.
MOWING TIPS MULCHING • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
AS YOU COMPLETE BE OSEBV,CE B Check Check Brake Operation Tire Pressure _ T Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems a Check for Loose and Fasteners T Lubrication 0 Check Sharpen/Replace Battery Level Mower R Clean Battery Check Transaxie Check V-Belts Check Engine _ Blades i3 and Terminals Cooling Oil Level I1_ Engine Oil (with oil filter) E Change Engine Oil (without U Clean Air Filter G clean Air Screen Inspect II_s Chart Change E S "V'OE MuffledSpark _1,
4. TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing 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 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated.
NOTE:The original equipmentbattery on your tractor is maintenancefree. Do not attemptto open or removecaps or covers. Adding or checking levelof electrolyteis not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERYANDTERMINALS Corrosionand dirt on the battery and terminals can causethe batteryto "leak" power. 1. DisconnectBLACKbattery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 3. Cleanterminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 4.
1. Pull up on air filter cover handle and rotate towards engine. 2. Remove cover. 3. Carefully remove air filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. 4. Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 5. Place new pre-cleaner and cartridge firmly in base. 6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover. 7. Hook handle on cover and push down on handle to close.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
4. Connectfront links to mowerdeck and securewith retainersprings. 5. Connectsuspensionarms to rear deck bracketsand securewith retainer springs. 6. Connectanti-swaybar to chassis bracketand securewith retainerspring. 7. Push clutch cable housingguide into bracket,slide collar onto guide and securewith large retainer spring. 8. Placeflat washerand clutchspring on idler pulley bolt and securewith small retainerspring. 9. Install belt onto engine pulley.
BELTREMOVAL1. Removemowerfrom tractor(See "TO REMOVEMOWER"in this sectionof manual). 2. Workbelt off both mandrelpulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt awayfrom mower. BELT INSTALLATION 4. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center. - 1.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Engine Center Clutching TO REMOVE Keeper Transaxle TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position.
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1. Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. 2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO REMOVE ORDER - CABLES, Terminal Cover Hex Bolt Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable REVERSE 1. BLACK cable first from chassis 2.
ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw is turned in too tight. 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 individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST CABLE THROTTLE PRELIMINARY SETTING 1.
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. 3. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. . 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. Dirty fuel filter. 5.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power CAUSE CORRECTION 5. 6. Cutting too much grass/too fast. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug. 7. 8. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water . 2. 3. 4. in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NUMBER 917.272650 28 lO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NUMBER 917.272650 KEY NO. PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 GROUND DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 STEERINGASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 17 26 28 29 30 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 51 54 65 67 68 71 82 85 88 91 Steering Wheel Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL Spindle Assembly, L.H. Spindle Assembly, R.H.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 ENGINE 3 2 72 62 / j 81 13 4 78 14 33 31 33 29 \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 170545 17720408 3 4 13 14 16 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 137352 165291 148456 STD551237 169837 137180 109202X 158990 123487X 137040 181654 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Control, Throttle Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No.
TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY \ \\ - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 \ / J / 5 6 22 21 11 17 12 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Seat Bracket, Pivot, Seat Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge Clip, Push-tn Hinged Nut Spring, Seat Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting 140122 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 182493 166369 121246X KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 DECALS 6 14 11 10 14 13 KEY PART NO. NO. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 184852 184728 179128 184729 133644 184912 138047 156368 148516 156439 184730 WHEELS DESCRIPTION Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, HP Engine Hood RH Deck Hood LH Customer Maintenance Replacement Battery Fender Battery, Dngr/Psn Eng Danger Fender Eng/Span Side Panel &TIRES KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 LIFT ASSEMBLY 5 3 13 2 4 6 4 13 19 20 13 32 13_ 20 19 15 31 32 KEY NO. PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 165892 STD533107 138017 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 -- 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 40 44 45 46 48 49 50 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly_ 42" Bolt Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" eck STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.
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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY NO. PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1096 VALVE GASKET 617 O 868 238 36 63/ ' 1022 6170 99_, 383 192 1029 54_ 664@ 1022 914 616 4o4614_ 0.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 634A_._ e. 118 142_ 1091 117 _-1o6 105 ] 24o,@ 137 947 276 95o_ 121 CARBUREg_ROVERHAf_ET 1266AQ 987_) 51 104 105 _ _ 127_ 137 276@ 231_ 1266 0 1266 0 93e 95e 106 [_ 117_ 142 977 CARBURE_R GASKET SET 50 6170 6a4....
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 305A 30y 643 1267 305 _ 729 801 697 # _ 37 544 74 803_ 310 1 76@ 1070 802 @ 6OlA 310 1 61_® 8o3A 1883 311A NOTE: For Replacement Starter Motor, See Reference 309.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272650 BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 KEY NO. PART NO.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION uq uq _k down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor and slopes greater than 15 degrees, Make turns gradually to up prevent tipping or loss of control, Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2.
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