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Owner's Manual
£RAFTZMAN o
20.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270961
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
1-800-659-5917
and Instructionsbefore operat-
Sears Craftsman Help Line
ing this equipment.
5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.comlcraftsman
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Warranty................ :............. _.................. 2 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Safety Rules ......... i ...... ...... _.................. 2 Service and Adjustments .................... 22 Product Specifications ......._...._ ............. 5 Storage ............................................... 29 Assembly ....... :......_ ...... _ 'o ...... 7 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Operatio n ....... .i...... ....... _......_............... 11
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blades and proceed slowly straight • Slow downbeforeturning. down the slope. • Never leave a running machine DO NOT: unattended. Always tum off blades, set • Do not turn on slopes unless neces- parking brake, stop engine, and sary, and then, tum slowly and remove keys before dismounting. • Tum off blades when not mowing. gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • Stop engine before removing grass embankments. The mower could catcher or unclogging chute. suddenly
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• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade • Never make adjustments or repairs attachment bolts, tight and keep with the engine running. equipment in good condition. • Grass catcher components are subject • Never tamper with safety devices. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Check their proper operation regu- which could expose moving parts or al- larly. low objects to be thrown. Frequently • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or check components and replace with other debris build-up. Clean oil
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS available on this product. Contact your CAPACITY UNLEADED nearest Sears store for details; AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety rules. API-SF/BG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F) • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- SAE 5W-30 ing, caring for and using your tractor: (BELOW 32°FI • Follow the instructions under =Mainte- OIL CAPACITY: 3.0PINTS nance" and "Storag
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Steering Wheel © Extension Steering Shaft Steering Sleeve t teering Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Wheel Insert (1) Lock 0 washer 3/8 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 @ (1) Large Flat (1) Washer Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 sher Seat 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob j_ (T,-J Video Cassette Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys 6
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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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock A socket wrench set will make assembly washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten easier. Standard wrench sizes you need securely, are listed b
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: You may now roll or drive you CHECK BATTERY tractor off the skid. Follow the appropri- ate instruction below to remove the • Lift hood to raised position. tractor from the skid, • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See (label located between terminals) Operation section for location and charge battery for minimum of one function of controls) hour at 6-10 amps. (See =BATTERY" • Press lift lever plun
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• Slowly move the motion control lever INSTALL MULCHER PLATE forward and slowly drive tractor off (If previously removed) skid. • Raise and hold deflector shield in • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking upright position. brake and place motion control lever • Place front of mutcher plate over front in neutral position. of mower deck opening and slide into ° Turn ignition key to "OFF" position. place, as shown. Continue with the instructions that follow. • Hook front latch into hole on front
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WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUF _CHECKLIST TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TC BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE / Engine oil is at proper level. •/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY regular unleaded gasoline. ,/Become familiar with all controls - th_ PRODUCT, location and function. Operate them PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING before you start the engine. CHECKLIST: ,/
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON OIL PRESSURE 6 FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CLUTCH ENGAGED PARKING BRAKE ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEE'[" AWAY (A
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Ammeter .... .. • • • Lever Choke Plunger Throttle Lift Lever Clutch/ Height Adjustment Knob Free Wheel Brake Lever Moron Control Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Sta
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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 • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition TO SET PARKING BRAKE switch in any position other than "OFF" Your tractor is equipped with an
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The cutting height range is approxi- • Lower mower with attachment lift mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are control. measured from the ground to the blade • Start mower blades by engaging tip with the engine not running. These attachment clutch control. heights are approximate and may vary • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- depending upon soil conditions, height gage attachment clutch control. of grass and types of grass being CAUTION: Do not operate the mower mowed. without either the entire gras
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• Pull freewheel control out and down ADD GASOLINE into the slot and release so it is held in • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular the disengaged position. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of • Do not push or tow tractor at more 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide than two (2) MPH. • To reengage transmission, reverse deposits and reduce valve life). Do above procedure. not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used NOTE: To prote
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• Insert key into ignition and turn key • The attachments can be used during clockwise to =START" position and the engine warm-up period after the release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed up Do not run starter continuously for and may require the choke control be more than fifteen seconds per minute. pulled out slightly. If the engine does not start after NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 several attempts, push choke control feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32
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• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately live (5) feet, slowly MULCHING MOWING TIPS move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves IMPORTANT: For best perton'nance, approximately five (5) feet return the keep mower housing free o
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation _ _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems I_ Check for Loose Fasteners I_ 1_7 Id_ T Lubrication Chart _ V _ 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminels I_ Check Trarmaxle Cooling I_ Adlust Blade Belt(e) Tension II_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension ll_s Check Engine Oil Level V _ I_ Change Engine Oil _1,2,._ I_ E Clean Air Rlter _: N Clean Air S_reen I I
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TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 R. Lbs. torque). Always .observe safety rules when IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heal pedormmg any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION Mandrel Assembly If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Trailing Edge Up _ _/ Blade Center p_ stopping distance at high speed in highestgear, then brake must be , adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of Flat Washer_..._ this manual). TIRES Lock Washe,_"__ar • Maintain proper air pr
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NOTE:The odginalequipmentbatteryon yourtractoris maintenancefree, Donot attemptto openor removecapsor covers.Addingor checkinglevelof electrolyteis not necessary. TOCLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils Corrosionand dirt onthe batteryand (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting m terminalscan causethe batteryto "leak" cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils power. will result in increased oil consumption Remove terminal guard, i when used above 32°F. Check your Disconnect BLA
