Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 917.270512 Craftsman
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Owner's Manual [RAFTZMAN + 14.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Model NO. 917.270512 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equip- ment.
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•Tum 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.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 1.25 GALLONS UNLEADED GASOUNE CAPACITY AND TYPE: REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC (GAP: .030") VALVE INTAKE: .003"-.005" CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .
Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Sheet Metal Screws #10-16 x 1/2 _ (1) Locknut 3/8-24 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18.
Parts packed separately in carton Seat D Video Cassette Steedng Wheel Manual Steering Boot I Parts Bag Parts Bag contents not shown full size Steering Wheel Insert Slope Sheet (2) Keys __ teering Bush.
Your new tractor hasbeen assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation ef_youfdk_t6i" all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR-TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge bat- tery for minimum of one hour.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with _ p_.,_ Leam and understand their meaning. t BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESS.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR . ._3t._'; "_ , • __ Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the loc_.hons_T" various controls and adjustments.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass- es or eye shields while operating your tractor or perfor_m._g.an_just- ments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety _ask'b_-"_-r the spectacles, or standard safety glasses.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut rela- tively high; the second to desired height.
See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carbure- tor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per- anent damage may occur. CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel.
MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBlUTIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE " _ _ ,e_./_.. _ -_ ^eVOUCOM ETE • REGUI./_R SERVlCE , .._"d _/'€'t_'_-'_/_'_"I,,";'_'_[ERVICE .
TRACTOR k Always observe safety rules when per- forming 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 of this manual).
However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight.
• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre- cleaner. • Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge. • Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s). TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE • Remove cartddge nut. ,, Carefully remove cartddge to prevent debds from entering carburetor.
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. Tum ignition key "OFF" and remove key.
TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"). If tires are over or underinflated,you will not propedy adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT • Raise mower to its highest position.
BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. Mandrel Pulley • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hori- zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- tioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor.
Seat Pan Battery Box Door Keps Hex Bolt Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIG.HT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap.
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. '&CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start CAUSE • Out of fuel. • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. • Engine flooded. • Bad spark plug. • Dirty air filter. • Dirty fuel filter. • Water in fuel. Engine will not turn over Engine clicks Dut will not start • Loose or damaged wiring.
PROBLEM Engine clicks but will not start (cont'd) TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE • Loose or damaged Wiring. • Faulty solenoid or starter. Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too fast. • Throttle in =CHOKE" posi- tion. • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Poor cut - uneven (cont'd) Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass dis- charge • Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Engine =backfires" when tuming engine =OFF" CAUSE • Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
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SCHEMATIC TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 " BATTERY AMMETER (OPTIONAL) ,G L BNmON SWITCH | ! L- J CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) 1 I FUSE 30 AMP. ; _ , | , _ Ill _ 'C) ' _ SOLENOID RED w.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 ELECTRICAL t I | I I I I 7O I I I L I i I I I I 34.
ELECTRICAL TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 19 STD551125 20 -.-73350400 21 136850 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 108824X 27 73510.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 17 26 31 '_ 14 26 S I 26 I 29 19 28 10 34 26 36.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 160393 2 14O356 3 17490612 4 STD551025 5 155272 6 155924X012 7 126842X 8 155138 9 161914X012 10 STD_33710 11 1.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 GROUND DRIVE 34 38.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 48 154407 Peerless Model 206-506B 49 123205X 2 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 STEERING ASSEMBLY M / i L 27 II ' M 43 40.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 139768 2 154427 3 156483 4 157473 5 6266H 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366R tO 156438 11 10040600 13 154779 1.
ENGINE TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 81 38 78 '33 7 4 s_ _ -% ! •_.• E) o L=, 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 23 42.
ENGINE TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 35 37 38 4O 44 46 62 72 78 81 NOTE: PART NO. DESCRIPTION 162144 17720410 137352 _- 165291 1 3280324 13200300 STD55.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 SEAT ASSEMBLY 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PART KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 140122 Seat 13 121248X 140551 Bracket Pvt St 14 72050412 STD523710 Bolt Fi.
DECALS 9 16 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 14 6 3 21 4 14 11 lO 12 15 2 13 1 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 156867 2 165393 3 163990 4 163991 5 133179 6 133644 9 1632O4 10 149516 11 156439 DESCRIPTION Decal .
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 8 5 ! i / i ! / ! i / / 13 12 13 20 6 5 20 15 4 20 46.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159474 Shaft Asm Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 MOWER DECK 76 77 68 _132 _84 40_36 34 33 32 31 2 16 18 18 29 21 22 28 _. 27 48.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 164961 Mower Housing 48 133944 2 STD533107 Bolt 49 155066 3 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, 50 131340 .
TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-508B 35A 157 ! I 1' 83 47 13 NUMBERS HERE 5O.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-508B REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 2 780086A Needle Beefing 5/8" 42.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 718 552 I1 562 40 1022 166 1029 1034 1026 23O 230 634A REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 127 138 106 987 95 117 634 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 52 164 _123 • A' REQUIRES SPECIA.
TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E1 3O4 524 _634A 842 524 868 868A 1006 358 GASKET SET 1= 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 467 445 3O5 668.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE N_lBF_255-E1 2O9 728 663 265 1019 LABEL KIT I 240 11036 LABEL KIT- EMISSIONS I .
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E KEY PART NO. NO. 1 496412 2 399265 3 391086 4 494238 5 495858 7 272614 8 495735 9 278O3 10 9462.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270512 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 287707, TYPE NUMBER 1255-E" KEY PART NO. NO. 284 94704 294 810068 304 496318 305 94786 306 225020 307 94930 309 49759.
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