Owner's Manual ICR"mHewl LAWN TRACTOR 17.5 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.272671 L[_ differently from previously built engines. Before you start the his product has understand a low emission operates engine, read and this engine Owner'swhich Manual. IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. about this product, Call: Sears, Roebuck Estates, and Co.
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 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 unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
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 • Remove 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.
REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual.
Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 _ (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Q i (1) Locknut 1/4-28 _j Steering Extension Steering Wheel ig Adapter ' I I Shaft Boot ' Seat @ i_(1) (1) Washer 17/32 x1-3/16 x12 Gauge Knob For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet Video (2) Keys -1 7 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 FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Get off seat without moving its adjusted position. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.
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 Mulcher Plate Latch Hooks ,_ILCAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. TO CONVERTTO DISCHARGING BAGGING OR Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.
These symbols may appear on your tractor Learn and understand their meaning. R N REVERSE H NEUTRAL HIGH LIGHTS OVER TEMP FUEL ON LOW CHOKE 6 ENGINE ON OIL PRESSURE with the product.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S TRACTOR MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR 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 MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. _CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
MOWING TIPS • 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.
REGULAR SERVICE Check Check DATES Brake Operation Tire Pressure _ T Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems a Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace TO Lubrication O Check R Mower V' ik## Blades 1_5 V _ _3 Chart Battery V' Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Check V-Belts Check Engine Change Cooling Oil Level O11(with oil filter) Engine Oil (without E Change Clean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen Inspect _ Engine N E and V_I,; oil filter)
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 • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 3.
4. Clean base carefully to preventdebris from falling into carburetor. NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge. 5. Place new pre-cleanerand cartridge firmly in base. 6. Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housingand replace cover. 7. Hook handleon cover and push down on handleto close. IMPORTANT- Petroleumsolvents,such as kerosene,are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may causedeteriorationof the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurizedair to clean cartridge.
A WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY 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 to "STOP" 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. TRACTOR 9.
7. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and securewith large retainer spring. 8. Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring. 9. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
BELT INSTALLATION - With Parking Brake "'Engaged" 1. Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. 3. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of this manual). Nut "A" Mandrel Jam Nut Idler Arm TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER Engi The front wheel Center Clutching Keeper 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. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS Stationary Idler Transaxle Pulle 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 CABLES, REVERSE ORDER 1. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. 2. RED cable last from both batteries.
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 individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. TO ADJUST CABLE THROTTLE CONTROL The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable.
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. TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. . . . 5 6: 7 Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. . 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter, 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. . Dirty fuel filter. 5. Stale or dirty fuel. .
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service _ROBLEM Loss of power CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4. Dirty air filter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10. Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13. Loose or damaged wiring. f 4.
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.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 8 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 45 52 90 Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4 Box Battery Fender Switch, Interlock Harness Asm Light W/4152j Bulb Light #1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red Fuse 20 AMP Nut, Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign Key Ign Molded Craftsman Harness Ign Bolt BIk.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 917.272671 28 39 166 209. 2O8 2O8 13 3 • 2O8 74 S m° 3 chassis-Laser-It.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 5 9 10 11 13 14 17 18 26 28 29 30 31 37 38 39 60 64 74 142 143 144 145 166 206 207 208 209 212 -NOTE: DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stamping Drawbar 176554 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 17060612 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel. Dash, LH. 172105X010 Panel, Dash, R.H.
TRACTOR-GROUND MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 DRIVE 57 26 27 drive-fender.
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TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER KEY PART NO. NO. 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 139768 175131 169840 169839 6266H 121748X 19272016 12000029 3366R 175121 10040600 73940800 136518 145212 180641 126847X 19131416 17060612 STD561210 130465 155099 152927 139769 19183812 7810H 100711L 145054x428 t21749X 180640 121232X 183226 73540400 71130420 160367 72110618 169827 175146 169835 133835 175118 175553 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 ENGINE 3 2 1 81 13 4 78 33 31 40 33 29 23 OPTIONAL ,_ EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs, lcyl KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 170545 17720408 3 4 13 14 16 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 137352 165291 148456 STD551237 169837 137180 184900 140527 123487X 137040 181654 KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 I i seat It.knob_ 1 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-In Hinged Nut Spring. Seat Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 x ! x 14 Gauge Pan, Seat Knob Seat Bracket, Switch Mounting 140116 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 182493 166369 121246X KEY PART NO. NO.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 DECALS 6 14 3 14 11 10 8 12 11 13 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, Decal, 186377 184728 179128 184729 133644 186800 138047 184899 149516 156439 184730 WHEELS KEY PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 5 3 13 2 4 6 11 13 19 20 2O 13 19 15 32 lifl-rh.1piece_3 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 31 32 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly Shaft Assembly, Lift Pin, Groove E-Ring Washer 21/32 x 1 x21 Gauge Bearing, Nylon Grip, Handle, Fluted Button, Plunger, Red Link, Lift, LH. Link, Lift, R.H.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272671 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 165892 STD533107 138017 4 5 6 8 9 10 tl 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 33 34 36 37 40 44 45 46 48 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt Bracket Assembly, Sway Ba r, 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 917.272671 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C KEY PART NO. NO.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ol ol 15 DEGREES t _ "A WARNING: To down the face slopes greater tipping or loss MAX. avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent of control, Exercise extreme caution when 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3.
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