Craftsman 917.271140 Bedienungshandbuch

Owner's Manual£RAFTZMAN+16.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No917.271140• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• Rep

CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.r:-aABATTERY CAUTION ORWARNINGE

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize y

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

• The averagelawnshouldbe cuttoapproximately2-1/2 inchesduringthecool seasonand to over 3 inchesduringhot months. For healthierand betterlooking lawns

NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transporting your tractor on a truckor a trailer, be sure hood is closed andsecured to tractor. Use an appropria

• Insert key into ignition and tum keyclockwise to =START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuously for m

MOWINGTIPS• Mowershouldbeproperlyleveledforbestmowingperformance.See"TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section of thisman

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATESCheck Brake OperstionCheck Tire Pressure _Check _lor presence andT : Inte

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high s

Warranty... 2Safety Rules ... 2Product Specifications ...

NOTE: The odginal equipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of ele

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to re

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motion control lever in neutral

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT• Raise mower to its highest position.• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,measure height from bottom edge ofmower to groun

MandrelPulley IdlerelTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe side of the transaxle.If tractor

• Move motion control lever to the neutral(N) (lock gate) position.• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.NOTE: If additional clearance is neededto get to

PositiveTerminal Negative TerminalgedBatteryPositive Terminal Negative TerminalREPLACING BAI-rERY_CAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a

manufacturer's service outlet.TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLEThe throttle control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not beneces

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.CAUTION: Never store the tra

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTCAUSEPROBLEMWllln_ertHerd to stertEnginewill notturn overEngine clicks but_'III not startLoss of power• Out of fuel.• Engine

• Slow downbefore turning.• Never leave a running machineunattended. Always turn off blades, setparking brake, stop engine, and removekeys before dism

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMLoss of power(Continued)ExcesslvevibrationEnglne contlnuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachment: clutch engagedPoo

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMPoor grassdlschargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)Battery will notchargeLoss of driveEngine "backfires"w

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SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140[RB_BATTERY SOLENOIDAMMETERvrdrns._NI" IN)'WI' H• t-.- iIFUELUNEl ii _ SPARK •' IGNITI

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 156417 Case Battery16 161343

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES12315574$736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1698302 1690613 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 15592

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140GROUND DRIVE• 52162638

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEYNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 ... Transaxle (See Breekdown) 65HydroGr 314-0510 668 165866 Rod S

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially bladeattachment belts, tight and keepequipment in good condition.• Never tamper with safety devices.Check their prop

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140STEERINGASSEMBLY-----'--|3"," _ :'-'_'- 147134O

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1234567891011131517181922232526272829303236373839404142434446475154626365

ENGtNETRACTOR'" MODEL HUMBER 9t7.27114042

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140ENGINEKEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 1621522 177204103 ...4 15942013 12-041-0314 1328032815 1320030016 STD5512312

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140SEATASSEMBLY21KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401232 1405513 711106164 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 170006169 1913161410

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,2711402674111 2KEYNO.12345679111420PARTNO. DESCRIPTION171765163204156811156439 Decal FenderDanger Sears163205 Decal

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER917.271140LIFTASSEMBLY2775 4913__12 1311303;o8/ // // // /52O46

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift3 105767X PinGroo

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140MOWERDECK, ,,, c_-°' 5---,0I:Isg--_ 1441619391929021 22_/3 242520 292748

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 MowerHousing 92 STD5414372 STD533107 Bolt3 138017 Br

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONSGASOUNECAPACITYAND TYPE:OILTYPEAPI-SF/SG/SH):1.25 GALLONSUNLEADEDREGULARSAE 10W30(ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: 4

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TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main H

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I1012 11t,_ \131418CRANKCAS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO.

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16S,TYPENUMBERPS-43520IGNITION / ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I_D 2_--2322 _--6/i

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520IGNITION/ELECTRICALBLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PAR

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16S,TYPENUMBERPS-43520STARTING SYSTEM IoOi8--ENGINE CONTROLS I1101L PAN / LUBRICATION13&q

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLSKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCR

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV16S,TYPE NUMBERPS-43520CRANKSHAFT_j6FUELSYSTEM I58

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271140KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43520FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFTKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSIGHTINGGUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL__A erate your Tractor up and down the fa

For in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663)Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domici

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper oper

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCHECK BATTERY• Liftseat pan to raised position andopen battery box door.• If this battery is put into service aftermonth and

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were ovednflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting p