Owner's Manual £RI:IFTSMI:IN 20.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.270830 • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Maintenance Warranty ....: ............................................ 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 2 Product Specifications ........................... 5 Assembly ................................................ 8 Operation .............................................. 12 Maintenance Schedule ......................... 18 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ......................................... 18 Service and Adjustments ...................... 22 Storage .....................
• Turn off blades 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 while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a rriajor factor related to lossof-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
• Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith the enginerunning. • Gras_catchercomponentsare 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.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS CAPACITY AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: GAP: .030"). champion RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCI_: INTAKE: .004"-.006" EXHAUST: .007"-.009" GROUND FORWARD: 1ST SPEED (MPH): 2 ND 3 RD 4TM 5TM 6TM REVERSE: We have competent, well-trained technician.s and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual.
PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Rat Washer (1) Hex _)t 3/8-16 x 1 O (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Hax Bolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge © 6 @ (1) Locknut 5/16-18
PARTS BAG CONTENTS f J, (2) Screws _ SHOWN FULL SIZE _ #10 x 5/8 (2) Lock W_hem #10 i 0 (2)WeldNuts #10 _' , (2) Washers _ 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton / Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Shoulder Bolts @ D (_ "_/ (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 (2) Centerlock Nuts Seat v,.jo (2) Gauge Wheels Cassette Mulcher .
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. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY FOR A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY • Lift hood to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATIERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging ,o ...... instructions). • _ _Label INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.
TO CONVERTTO BAGGINGOR DISCHARGING Simplyremovemulcherplateandstore in a safe place.Yourmoweris nowreadyfor dischargingor installationof optional grasscatcheraccessory. NOTE:It is not necessaryto change blades.The mulcherbladesare designed for discharging and bagging also. 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 preperly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.
CHECKTIREPRESSURE The tires on yourtractorwere overinflated at the factoryfor shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. ,/CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW CHECKLIST: / All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/ No remaining ,I Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied Learn and understand their meaning. with the product.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Switch Choke Contro .-" _ ....
i 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 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
TU ADJUSTMOWERCUTI'INGHEIGHT The cuttingheightis controlledby turning the heightadjustmentknobin desired direction. • Turn knob clockwise ((_) to raise cutting height. • Turn knob counterclockwise (,b) to lower cutting height. The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon so_l conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.
• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed. cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level, if necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainten- NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.
MOWING MULCHING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See ":1"0 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 been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will ms'Irwin a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES DATES FILLMAINTENANCEIN CheCk Brake SCHEDULE Operation II/ Check Tire Pressure CheCk Operator Presence T R Sharpen/Replace I c Lubrication Chart i8 Check Battery and LevelTerminals Clean Battery Mower Check Engine Change Ill_ I_' : iv tl_ li/ II/ I_ Tension Drive Bah(s) I_s Tension Oil Level ll/s if If Engine Oil (l_t_,a Clean Air Alter V';r iN Clean Air Screen 1_2 inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) Clean Engin
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 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole isn blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).
• 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 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. • Remove terminal guard.
• Saturateit in engineoil. Wrapit in clean,absorbentcloth andsqueezeto removeexcessoil. • If very dirty or damaged, replace precleaner. • Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove wing nuts and cartridge plate. • Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
ACAUTION: • • • • • • 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 LEVELMOWERHOUSING 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. 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.
BELTINSTALLATION • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. Idler Pulleys Mandrel Pulley, Mandrel Pulley 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.
TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchesed from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: Washers • Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).
INTERLOCKS "Positi_tive" Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section. (-) TO REPLACE ACAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battePt, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. Positive terminal must be connected first TO REMOVE HOOD ASSEMBLY • Raise hood.
below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position. • Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely. • Reassemble air cleaner.
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. ,ACAUTION: 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. This will allow you to clean it thoroughly. Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start • Out of fuel. CORRECTION • Engine not =CHOKED" propedy. • Engine flooded. Fill fuel tank. • See =TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • • • • • • • • Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. • Loose or damaged wiring. • Carburetor out of adjustment. • Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start • • • • • Dirty air filter. Bad spark plug. Weak or dead battery. Dirty fuel filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Engine clicks but will not start (cont'd) Loss of power • Loose or damaged wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. 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. • Dirty fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Spark plug wire loose. Dirty engine air screen/fins. Dirty/clogged muffler. Loose or damaged wiring.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHART CAUSE Poor cut - uneven grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. (cont'd) Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CORRECTION • Obstruction in clutch mechanism. • Remove obstruction. • Worn/damaged drive belt. • Replace mower drive belt. mower • Frozen idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace idler pulley. • Replace blade mandrel. • Engine • Place throttle control in "FAST" position. • Shift to slower speed. • Allow grass to dry before mowing.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 SCHEMATIC BLACK RED 1 BATTERY RED RED FUSE 30 AMP. AMMETER (OPTIONAL) STARTER 9L4C.K W_TE L ....... G J CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) IGNITION SWITCH I AmAE CLUT H"' (CLUTCH OFF) _ CONNECTOR GROUNDING (OPTIONAL) I UGHTING CRM_ SY$'_M OUTPUT sp_PAc• _loDP_M DIODE \ 14 VOLTS/a3 I ALTERNATOR MI_ O 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF) HEADLIGHTS NOTE IS YOUR TRACTOR EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL IGNITION SWITCH ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 20 23 25 26 28 29 30 31 37 38 39 51 52 53 54 55 57 58 60 64 74 114 115 116 140 142 143 144 145 159 NOTE: PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 GROUND DRIVE 57 !_1 1 " 72 70 .66 116 150 39...
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO. 1. 2" 162152 17720410 3 ...... 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 23 25 26 27 29 31 32 33 34 35 37 149723 144069 144068 138129 150176 145552 STD551125 STD522507 165287 13280336 13200300 STD551237 17490624 169880 145996 73920600 152927 137180 157103 161696 123487X 106082X 17490512 8543R 38 ....... 39 81 109227X 128861 DESCRIPTION Control, Throt Paddle 32 22 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, B&S, (See Breakdown)No.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270830 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY NO, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PART NO. 140123 140551 STD523710 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17490616 19131614 155925 166369 121246X - KEY NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 DECALS 8 6 3 1 4 7 11 7 19 13 5 5 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 156439 163200 163202 163207 133644 166927 167180 163204 156368 13 146046 WHEELS 2 _ KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Decal, Fender Danger Sears Decal, Hood, R.H. Craftsman Decal, Hood, LH, Craftsman Decal, Fender Decal, Maintenance Decal, Panel Dash B&S Decal, Rplcmnt Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst FJS Decal, V-Belt Dr Sch Tractor 15 19 20 22 ------ KEY NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 LIFT ASSEMBLY 28 27 25 24 23 i 7 , 5 ;// ,I ,I 49 .8 l i 30 3 5 _0 46 ,_ _.._ _,.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 5A 7 7A 8 498583 399265 91086 493304 214517 214518 271867 271868 495754 9 10 10A 11 27803 94382 94380 280225 273390 13 15 16 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 271188 271189 94565 94239 690666 399264 291675 491180 222698 499180 499181 499182 499183 499184 499285 499186 499187 263129 498319 498320 DESCRIPTION NUMBER 917.270830 NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 KEY NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL KEY NO. PART NO. 122 125 130 133 146 147 161 163 177 187 281411 693479 693504 693512 94196 693508 496599 271411 271170 299146 197 202 203 205 209 21t 212 215 219 220 222 227 235 240 244 258 267 278 297 304 305 306 306A 307 309 310 311 95063 262683 280997 93971 262352 261563 693985 224816 394348 222773 491282 491297 224995 394358 230318 94930 93897 94942 94289 691390 690960 222846 223734 94930 497596 94003 497608 NUMBER 917.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E1 KEY NO. PART NO. 615 615A 616 634 634A 635 637 643 689 697 725 726 741 783 797 797A 801 802 803 807 822 847 851 859 861 94296 93898 491530 491287 271013 66538 693510 496700 262337 93585 280866 91362 262989 693059 94010 693167 394860 497607 497604 693511 693497 495715 493880 693488 393397 Retainer (Governor Crank) Retainer-GovernorShaft Crank-Governor "/r Seal-Governor Shaft Washer.Foam Boot.
SUGGESTED _r _ GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ol _0 J I_ I greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up direction and downonthe face of slopes (not I caution when changing slopes.
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