Craftsman 917.273481 138017, 185488, 137645, 123713X, 178342, 131494, 140088, 185723, 149848

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273481

MOWER DECK

KEY

PART

 

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

I

182032

Mower Housing

2

STD533107

Bolt

3

138017

BraeketAssembly, SwayBar,

 

 

Front

4

185488

Bracket Sway Bar 38/42

5

STD624008

Retainer Spring

8

178024

Bar Sway Dock

8858857 Bolt, He;<3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

9STD55I 137 Washer, Lock

I8 148298 Washer, Hardened (Thelollowing blades are available)

II134149 Blade, 42" Mulching STD (For mulching mowers only)

--139775 Blade, 42" Mulching Premium

- -

 

(For better wear when mulching)

138971

Blade, 42" Hi-Lift (For bagging or

 

 

discharge)

 

 

I3

137645

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

 

 

(Incl. Key Number

6)

 

I4

128774

Housing,

Mandrel,

Vented

15

118485X

Bearing,

Ball, Mandrel

 

I8

174493

Stripper,

Mower Dock

 

18

72140505

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18

;< 5/8

I9

132827

Bolt, Shoulder

 

 

28

159778

Baffle, Vortex

 

 

2I

STD54143I

Nut, Crownlock5i16-18

unc

23

177583

Bracket,

Deflector

 

 

24

185384X

Cap, Sleeve

 

 

25

123713X

Spring Torsion, Deflector

28

118452X

Nut, Push

 

 

27130988)(428 Shield, Deflector

2819111816 Washer11/32;<5/Sx16Ga.

29131491 Rod, Hinge

38173984 Screw Thdrol Roiling Wsh Hd

3I 129983 Washer, Spacer

32

153535

Pulley, Mandrel

 

33

178342

Nut, Toplock, Flanged

34

STD533717

Bolt

 

 

36

131494

Pulley,

+dler,Flat

37

19131316

Washer

I3/32 ;< I3/I6 x 18 Ga.

48

STD541437

Nut, Crownlock

3/8- I6 une

44

140088

Guard,

Mandrel,

LH.

45

STD624003

Retainer

 

48137729 Screw, Thd. Roll I/4-20 x 5/8

48133944 Washer, Hardened

52139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/18-I8 une

53184907 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake

54

1785I 5

Washer, Hardened

55

155048

Arm, Idler

58

185723

Spacer,

Retainer

59

141043

Guard,

Tuv Idler (94)

67

149848

Knob Custom Oval

88

144959

V-Belt

 

92

STD541437

Loeknut, He;<W/Wsh 3/8-I8 uric

KEY

PART

 

 

 

 

 

 

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

 

 

 

I81

138428

Cover Mulching

42" Black

 

I82

71881810

Screw Truss Hd Phil18-24

x 5/8

I83

19861216

Washer

if I0

 

 

 

 

I84

STD55II18

Washer

Lock

 

 

 

 

I85

188793

Latch Asm Bagger

 

 

I86

2829J

Nut Weld

 

 

 

 

1I3

17060512

Screw

5/16-I

8 ;< 3/4

 

1I6

1842I 9

Bolt, Shoulder

 

 

 

 

1I7

174873

Wheel

Gauge

 

 

 

II8

73938800

Nut, Crownlock

3/8-1

 

II9

19121414

Washer

I3/32

;< 7/8 ;< I4

Ga,

I29

19131312

Washer

I3/32

;< 13/I6 x I2 Ga.

I30

STD523718

Bolt, Fin He;<3/8-I6

une ;< IGr 5

I31

STD533718

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk

3/8- I6 uno ;< I

I34

158941

Pin Head Rivet

 

 

 

I35

159785

Bracket

Asm. Wheel

Gauge

 

 

Rear LH

 

 

 

 

I36

155988

Bar Adj

Gauge

Wheel

 

I38

159783

Bracket

Asm

Wheel

Gauge

 

 

Rear RH

 

 

 

 

I39

159767

Bracket

Asm

Wheel

Gauge

 

 

Front RH

 

 

 

 

I40

159788

Bracket

Asm. Wheel

Gauge

 

 

Front LH

 

 

 

 

I42

185898

Arm Spring Brake Mower

 

I43

157189

Bracket

Arm idler 42

 

 

I44

158634

Keeper

Belt 42

Clutch Cable

I45

185888

Pulley idler Flat

 

 

 

I46

171977

Bolt Carraige

Idler

 

 

I47

131335

Spring

Extension

 

 

I48

189022

Spring

Return

Idler

 

 

I49

185898

Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

I50

19891216

Washer

9/32 x 3/4 x I 8 Ga.

I51

189678

Bracket

Clutch

 

 

 

Cable Clutch

42_

 

 

I52

189678

 

 

I53

189674

Washer flat 3/8_Type B

 

I54

189675

Spring

Retainer

 

 

 

I55

18967I

Spring

Retention Lever

 

I56

189672

Spacer

 

 

 

 

 

I57

189689

Rod Clutch

 

 

 

 

I58

17728408

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

I59

72140814

Bolt Rdhd Sqn

 

 

 

 

 

3/8-I6

une;< I-3/4

 

 

I84

19131410

Washer 3/8

 

 

 

 

- -

130794

Mandrel Assembly (Includes

 

 

housing, shaft and shaft hard-

 

 

ware only-pulley not included)

- -

186917

Replacement

Mower, Complete

(Std. Deck-Order separately guage wheel and mulching cover components Key Nos 5, 118- 119, and I81 - I86)

NOTE: All _mponent dimensions given in U.S.inehes 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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Contents 20.0 HP, 42 Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Limited Warranty on Battery Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentII. Slope Operation General OperationIII. Children IV. ServiceDo not Across Repair Protection Agreements Product SpecificationsSears Installation Service Customer ResponsibilitiesSteering To Remove Tractor from Howto SET UP Your TractorTools Required for Assembly Check BatteryAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck Install SeatCheck Deck Levelness Install Mulcher PlateCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake System@@@@@ Lift Lever Know Your TractorTo Move Forward Backward Howto USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake EngineTo Operate On Hills To Adjust Gauge WheelsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission Mowing TipsAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mulching Mowing Tips Before Each USE Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Blade Removal BatteryTractor Operator Presence SystemLubrication EngineTransaxle Pump Fluid Spark Plugs To Service PRE-CLEANERClean AIR Screen AIR FilterTo Remove Mower CleaningTractor Ground...J Belt Removal To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Start Engine with a Weak BAT- Tery Transmission Removal ReplacementFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Remove Hood and Grill AS- Sembly To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseEngine To Adjust Choke ControlAcceleration Test Final SettingCylinders BatteryFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Chart Cause ProblemOFF Troubleshooting ChartProblem Cause Correction SlowLlllll Tractor - Model Number SchematicTractor - Model Number Cover, Terminal Tractor - Model Number ElectricalIgnition Tractor - Model Number 917.273481 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.273481 Chassisand Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive 16x 13468319131316 175456Tractor - Model Number 917.273481 Steering Assembly Lock 3645J Tractor - Model Number EngineTractor - Model Number Seat Assembly 175542426 Tractor - Model Number DecalsWheels & Tires 17 175689 Trunnion Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly159466 15947I Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin GrooveTractor - Model Number Mower Deck 1o3 //y,1I123713X 138017185488 137645OE= 170359 170351170352 170357Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breatherj 24-294-13-S Blower Housing and Bafflesj 12-086-14-S Housing, blower545016-S Starting System Linkage, choke Engine Controls KEY Part NO. noCRANKS,AFTIEXHAUST Exhaust Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 6E/AR

917.273481 specifications

The Craftsman 917.273481 is a robust and versatile lawn tractor designed to enhance the efficiency and ease of lawn care tasks. This machine is ideal for homeowners with medium to large yards, providing them with a reliable solution for mowing, mulching, and even towing light loads.

One of the standout features of the Craftsman 917.273481 is its powerful 20 HP Briggs & Stratton engine. This reliable engine ensures smooth operation, excellent performance, and the ability to tackle various terrains with ease. The engine is complemented by a smooth and responsive hydrostatic transmission, allowing for effortless speed adjustments and better maneuverability while navigating lawn obstacles.

The cutting deck on this model is a significant highlight, featuring a 42-inch wide blade system that provides a clean and consistent cut with every pass. The adjustable cutting height, which can be set to various levels, allows users to customize the lawn care according to specific needs and grass types. Additionally, the deck's innovative design promotes better airflow, resulting in enhanced grass clipping dispersion for a healthier lawn.

Another admirable characteristic of the Craftsman 917.273481 is its comfort-driven design. Equipped with an ergonomically designed seat and easy-to-use control panel, it ensures comfort during prolonged use. The tractor’s compact size allows for easy navigation in tight spaces and around flower beds, making it a practical choice for residential gardens.

The Craftsman 917.273481 also incorporates advanced technologies that increase its functionality. Its optional mulching kit allows for efficient grass recycling, potentially reducing the need for bagging clippings. The lawn tractor is also compatible with various attachments, such as snow plows and carts, enhancing its versatility beyond just mowing.

In terms of durability, the Craftsman brand is known for its robust construction, and this model is no exception. The frame is built to withstand the rigors of regular use, while the high-quality materials used in the manufacturing process contribute to its longevity and reliability.

Overall, the Craftsman 917.273481 is an excellent investment for anyone looking to maintain their lawn efficiently. Its combination of power, comfort, and versatility makes it a standout choice in the range of residential lawn tractors. Whether you're mowing, mulching, or tackling other outdoor tasks, this model is designed to get the job done effectively.