Owner's Manual JCRAFTSMI N°J LAWN TRACTOR 15.5 HP, 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.271550 differently from built engine engines.which Before you start the This product haspreviously a low emission operates engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: For answers Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment.
Maintenance....................................... 17 Serviceand Adjustments....................21 Storage............................................... 27 Troubleshooting ................................. 28 Repair Parts........................................ 32 Sears Service......................Back Cover Warranty ............................................... 2 SafetyRules ......................................... 3 Product Specifications..........................6 Assembly/Pre-Operation............
IMPORTANT: Th scutt ng mach ne s capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety nstructions could result in serious injury or death. ,_l, Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION.II BECOMEALERT!!? YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. CAUTION: In order to prevent acc,idental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. • Never allow children to operate the machine. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. DO: • Mow up and down slopes, not across. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.
PRODUCT REPAIR AGREEMENT SPECIFICATIONS A Repair Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. Gasoline 1.25 Gallons Capacity and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type: IAPI-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F Oil Capacity: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: (Gap: .030") Champion Ground Forward: Speed MPH): CUSTOMER 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 4th 3.4 5th 4.3 6th Reverse: 5.5 1.
Steering Wheel Steering Wheel t Steering Sleeve Adapter © © (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lock washer 3/8 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge _'_! Keys Video Cassette (2) Keys 7 (1)Knob Slope Sheet
Yournew tractor has been assembledat the factorywith the 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. 6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely. 7. Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel. 8.
NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Seat Label INSTALL TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) 1. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. 2. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. 3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 4. Roll tractor forward off skid. 5.
4"CHECKLIST 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" section of this manual. Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructions have been completed.
These symbols may appear on your tractor Learn and understand their meaning. or in literature supplied BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED R N ATFACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED @_(_) IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL ATIACHMENT FORWARD FAST L HIGH LOW CLUTCH DISENGAGED SLOW ! OVER TEMP LIGHT H KEEP AREA CLEAR with the product.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR 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 Ammeter Ignition Switch Lever Plunger Attachment Lift Lever Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/ Brake Pedal "- "- ......
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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.
ADD GASOLINE 5_ • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. A CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
MOWING TIPS • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height. • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material.
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TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. 5. Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated. Always observe safety rules when performing 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.
BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.
ENGINE COOLING FINS AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Remove knob(s) and cover. TO SERVICE 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. 1.
CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. ,_ WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
5. 6. 7. 8. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. Install belt onto engine pulley. TO LEVEL MOWER side.
TO REPLACE BELT MOWER BLADE DRIVE 4. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove mower from tractor (See 'q-O REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION 1. Work belt around 2. 3. Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary.
TO START BELT INSTALLATION 1. Carefully work new belt down between transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley. 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4. Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler. 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers. 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual).
REPLACING TO REPLACE BATTERY FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. ,_WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift seat pan to raised position. 2.
2. FINAL SE'n'ING Check that holes "A" in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. if holes "A" are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw 1. Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running and shift/motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 2. Move throttle control lever to slow securely. Governor Control Plate Governor Control Lever - position.
Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 8.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE Loss_power . 2. 3. . 5. 6. CORRECTION Cutting too much grass/too fast. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water in fuel. 10.Spark plug wire loose. 11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 13.Loose or damaged wiring.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge CORRECTION I1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. i3. Frozen idler pulley. 14. Frozen blade mandrel. 1. Engine speed too slow. 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8.
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TRACTOR ..- MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 18 19 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 47 48 49 KEY PART NO. NO.
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 SEAT ASSEMBLY 5 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PART NO. 140122 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 STD541437 124181X 17000616 19131614 174894 166369 121246X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pvt St Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 Washer Flat 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga Clip Push-in Hinged Locknut Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut Bracket Mounting Switch KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 DECALS 7 6 14 3 3\ / 11 9 13 15- 12 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 6 156867 181563 171704 179128 133644 7 9 10 181412 1632O4 149516 WHEELS DESCRIPTION Decal Dash InstOper English Decat HP Engine Decal Hood Logo Decal Deck Decal Maint Cust Sears Domestic Decal Replcmnt Decal Fender Craftsman White Decal Battery Dngr/Psn Eng Acme KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 LIFT ASSEMBLY 7 8 ./' /' ./ .I .
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 MOWER DECK 157 158 _" 01.67 % 153 154_ 68 _143 159 -._ 144 ' 14 il 47 34 i 2 14 29 18 18 5 6 10--.
TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 40 44 45 46 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 165892 STD533107 138017 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" Bolt Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 16546O Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck STD624008 Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr.
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TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271550 BRIGGS & STRAI-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1112-EI 914_' 71 1026 54_ 761 617 3o7 ........ 27 U 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 866_ _r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION U1 (D 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. 4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
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