Craftsman 917.271815 Bedienungshandbuch

Owner's ManualCRAFTSMIIH°I9.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271815• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Mainte

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frontof mower d

o/CHECKLISTBefore you operate and enjoy your newtractor, we wish to assure that you receivethe best performance and satisfactionfrom this quality prod

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product,Learn and understand their meaning.I- _1BATTERY CAUTION ORWARNINGE

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize

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

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHTThe position of the attachment lift leverdetermines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with thumb and

TO TRANSPORT• Raise attachment lift to highest positionwith attachment lift control.• When pushing or towing your tractor,be sure gearshift lever is i

TO START ENGINEWhen starting the engine for the first time or ifthe engine has run out of fuel, itwill take extracrankingtime to move fuel from the ta

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___ ._-_yF,LL,.OATESAS YOU COMPLETE ._'__._f ...REGULAR SERVICE _'__: J_.4_-_" S E RV iC EDATESII _///::kkCheck

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

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

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive char

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

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect p

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCTSPEC

BELT INSTALLATION -4. Install new belt in reverse order ofremoval.5. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.6. Install mowe

Gearshift LeverNeutralLock GateAdjustmentBoltTO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when whe

REPLACING BATTERY_CAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same time. Before con

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROLThe choke control has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as de-scribed below bef

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

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions coul

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEngine will notturn overEngine clicks butwill not start.2...5.6.7.9.CAUSE CORRECTIONOut of fuel

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE1. Cutting too much grass/toofast.2. Throttle in "CHOKE"position.3. Build-up of grass, leavesand trash under mower

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdischargeCAUSE1. Obstruction in clutchmechanism.12. Worn/damaged mowerdrive belt.3. F

SC|ILIVIA I-ICTRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815RED;tlll BATTERYBtJ_CK//AEDAMMETER(OPTIONAL)WHITE)G AllIGNITIONSWITCHFUSE: © : C_,'--_LUTCR/RRAZ

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL N UMB ER 917.27181522[_ IIIIIII2629Ii Ii Ii I/IIIII16 t\\\t/34

ELECTRICALTRACTOR -- MODEL NU MB ER 917.271815KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/48 7603J

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271815CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES5828123120753207556O743 37_336

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1746192 1765543 170606125 1552729 168337X01310 STD53371011 15592

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815GROUND DRIVE262738

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62 8883RPeerless 206-545C 63 175

SAFETY RULESDO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain

STEERINGTRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815/\\",'--. 2.- ='- :'. -"_----- 41i _- ,4451 54 H°'43---_ . 71/J"/J ,/&apos

STEERINGTRACTOR -- MODEL N UMBER 917.271815KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1751313 1698404 1698395 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3366R10 17

ENGINETRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.2718152_14'_'_"'_ 2638,, 2739 _ 332329\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester42

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.271815KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1705472 1772040834 1497235 1440696 1440687 1381298 17187710 14555211 STD55112512

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815SEAT ASSEMBLY12511IIIIIi521KEYNO.123456789101112PARTNO.1805971801667111061619131610145006STD541437124181X17000616191

DECALSTRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.27181568 71157m1513KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1766813 1716964 1716975 1772536 1336447 1772658 1718089 16320411 156368

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815LIFT ASSEMBLY19135619131620 _,_ 161718 2046

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767

MOWER DECKTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2718154644_52 55,i3451118619F 21\216212748

MOWER DECKTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1658922 STD5331073 1380174 1654605 STD6240086 1308328 8508579 STD55113710 14029611 134149

• Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C35A6/ 87O 8A157#47O_-71B8B311NUMBERS HERE4415742A293550

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMB ER 917.271815PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 772147 Transaxle Cover 39 786

TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.271815BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E152

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1643(297_3341 3331_267 _53

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1697_309178311051_y 80354451310901 802_,797A&quo

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271815BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 2275-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DE

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so that its left edg

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE ;_ _iI _ ,_ONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY

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SteeringWheel Insert(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4Steering Wheel(1) Locknut 5/16-18(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 xO(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Lockwasher 3/8_ Steerin

unassembled for shipping purposes. [o ensure safe and proper operation of yourtractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.

... ,a e,INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set