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Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAN'J
16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272060
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emiSsion engine which operates
differently from previously built engines, Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
CAUTION: For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
oper
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Warranty ............................................... 2 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 18 Safety Rules ......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments .................... 23 Product Specifications ..........................6 Storage ............................................... 29 Assembly ..............................................8 Troubleshooting ................................. 30 Operation ............................................ 11 Repair Part
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IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safely instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a ma orfactor relatedto loss. • Read, understand, and follow all of-controland tipoveraccidents,whch instructions in the manual and on the can resultinsevere injuryor death. All machine before starting. slopesrequireextra caution. If you • Only allow responsib
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III. CHILDREN • Never run a machineinsidea closed Tragicaccidentscan occurif the operator area, is notalertto the presenceof children, • Keep nutsand bolts,especiallyblade Childrenare oftenattractedto the attachmentbolts, tightand keep machineand the mowingactivity. Never equipmentin good condition. assumethat children will remain where • Never tamperwithsafetydevices. youlast sawthem. Check their proper operationregularly. • Keep childrenoutof the mowingarea • Keep machinefree of grass, leaves,
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• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If your tractor. Use common sense when tires lose traction, disengage the towing. Operate only at the lowest blades and proceed slowly straight possible speed when on a slope. Too down the slope. heavy of a load, while on a slope, is • If machine s
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR AGREEMENT A Repair Agreementis availableon this SASOLINE 1.25 GALLONS product. Contactyour nearestSears CAPACITY UNLEADED storefor details. _.NDTYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES DILTYPE SAE 10W30{above32°F) • Read and observe the safety rules. _,PI-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 (below32°F) ; • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4,0 PINTS ing, caring for and using your tractor. W/OFILTER: 3.5 PINTS • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- SPARK
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Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lock (1) Hex Bolt washer 3/8 _1_(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 t Stx_:nd;gn Boot Steerin! _ Shaft =_ Steedng Wheel Adapter at (1)Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _(1) Knob Keys € (2) Keys Slope Sheet Video Cassette For Future Use
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Your newtractor hasbeen assembled atthefactory withexception ofthose partsleft unassembled for shippingpurposes.To ensuresafe and properoperationof your tractorall partsand hardwareyou assemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Use the correcttoolsas necessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebefore you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY _ Insert A socketwrenchset will makeassembly _" 3/8 Hex Bolt easier. Standardwrenchsizesyou need !_-----"3/8 Lock Washer are listed below. __La_ge Flat (1)
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NOTE: YOUmay now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Terminal Battery TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Door Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Pressliftlever plungerand raise attachmentliftleverto its highest position. INSTALLSEAT 2. Release parkingbrake by depressing Adjustseat before tighteningadjustment clutch/brakepedal. knob. 3. Place freewheelcontrolin freewheel- 1. Removeadjustmentknob
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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECKBRAKESYSTEM After you learn how to operate your (If previously removed) tractor, check to see that the brake is 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST upright position. BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments 2. Place front of muicher plate over front section of this manual. of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. _CHECKLIST 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of Beforeyou operateand enjoyyour new mower deck. tractor,we w
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT @ ixl MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE LOCKED _r_'m R N H L c®)_ I ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREEWHEEL DANG
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KNOWYOURTRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations withyour tractorto familiarizeyourself withthe locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments. Save thismanualforfuture reference. Light Switch Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Lift Ammeter J Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Attachment Control _ LiftLever Clutch/Brake Height Pedal Adjustment indicator Freewheel Control _ Parking Brake Lever MotionControl Lever Our tractors conform to the sa
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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 repaim. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOURTRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than "OFF" will Your tractor is equipped with an
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• Forbest cutting performance, grass AttachmentClutch Lover Attachemnt over 6 inches inheight should be "Engaged" LiftLever High mowed twice.Make thefirst cut Position relativelyhigh;the secondto desired Position _ height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS n Gauge wheels are propedyadjusted whenthey are slightlyoffthe ground when moweris at the desiredcutting "Dise_ heightin operatingposition.Gauge wheelsthen keep the deck in prober Position _ _'_ positionto help preventscalpingin most terrainconditions. N
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NOTE: Toprotecthoodfromdamage IMPORTANT: When operatingin whentransporting your tractorona truck temperaturesbelow32°F(0°C), use fresh, or a trailer,be surehoodis closed and clean winter grade gasolineto help securedto tractor. Use an appropriate insuregoodcold weatherstarting, _WARNING: Experienceindicatesthat meansof tyinghoodto tractor(rope,cord, etc.). alcoholblendedfuels (called gasoholor usingethanolor methanol)can attract moisture whichleads to separationand formation of acidsduringstorag
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• The attachmentsand grounddrive can 2. Disengage transmissionby placing nowbe used. If the enginedoes not freewheel controlin freewheeling acceptthe load,restartthe engine and position(See =TOTRANSPORT" in allowit to warm upfor one minute thissectionof manual). usingthe choke as describedabove. 3. Sittinginthe tractorseat,start engine. Afterthe engine is running,move COLD WEATHER STARTING( 50° F and throttlecontrolto slowposition,With below) motioncontrollever in neutral(N) 7. When enginestarts
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MULCHING MOWINGTIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, • Mower shouldbe properlyleveledfor keep mowerhousingfree of built-up best mowingperformance.See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe grassand trash. Clean after each use. • The special mulchingblade will recut Serviceand Adjustments sectionof this manual. the grassclippingsmanytimes and • The left hand side of mowershouldbe reduce them insize so that as theyfall onto the lawn they willdisperseintothe usedfor trimming. grassand notbe notic
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES CheCk Brake O_Uorl Check Tire pro'_u_ V _ Check Operator Presence and T Intelt_k Systems II_ CheCk I0¢ LoOSe Fasteners ll_ I_z I_ A Sherper_Replsce MowerBktde= I1_, T Check Battery Level R G lean Battery and Terminals I1_ V r Check Transaxle Cooling li_ Adjust B_de Belt(s) TenSion It#/! Adjust MOUOnDflve Belt(s) Tens)on _a Check Engine OII Level _ Change En_ne Oil _=.: I_' E Clean Air Filter 11_2 N Clean AirScreen I
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer BRAKE OPERATION and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown. stopping distance at high speed in 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. highest gear, then brake must be ad- torque). justed. (See TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 he
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TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BA'I-FERY The transaxle was sealed at the factory Your tractor hasabattery charging system which issufficient fornormal use.How- and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the ever, periodic charging ofthebattery with transaxle ever leak or require servicing, an automotive charger will extend its life. contact your nearest authorized service • Keep battery and terminals clean. center/depedment. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent ho
