Craftsman 917.20381 User Manual

Operator's Manual
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LAW TRACTOR
19.0 HR* 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.20381
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this manual.
iMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, call:
1-888-331-4569
Craftsman Customer Help Line
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.craftsman.com
* The power rating as declared by the engine manufacturer is the
average gross power output at the specified RPM of a typical
production engine for the engine model measured using SAE
Standards for engine gross power. Please refer to the engine
manufacturer for details.
* La potencia nominal declarada per el fabricante del motor es la
salida media de potencia bruta a las RPM especificadas de un
motor de serie tipico para el modelo de motor, medida segt_n
las normas SAE sobre potencia bruta de moton Para mas
informaci6n, consulte al fabricante del motor.
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Craftsman 917.20381 Specifications

General

Model Number	917.20381
Category	Lawn Mower
Type	Walk-Behind
Engine Type	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	190cc
Cutting Width	21 inches
Cutting Positions	6
Drive Type	Self-Propelled
Speed Settings	Variable
Wheel Size (Front)	8 inches
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge Capability	Yes
Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 inches

Summary

Warranty Information

Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty

Craftsman Full Warranty Terms

Safety Rules and Guidelines

General Operation Safety

Provides essential instructions for safe operation of the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

Children Safety Precautions

Precautions to ensure children's safety around the tractor.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Precautions for handling gasoline safely.

Assembly and Pre-Operation Procedures

Removing Tractor from Carton

Pre-Operation Checks

Rolling Tractor Off Skid

Pre-Operation Checklist

A comprehensive checklist of items to verify before operating the tractor.

Tractor Operation Basics

Understanding Tractor Symbols

Hazard and Safety Symbol Definitions

Defines hazard alert symbols (Danger, Warning, Caution) and their meanings.

Know Your Tractor Controls

Tractor Control Identification

Identifies and describes the location and function of various tractor controls.

Operating Your Tractor

Setting the Parking Brake

Step-by-step instructions for setting the tractor's parking brake.

Stopping Mower Blades and Ground Drive

Procedures for safely stopping the mower blades and the tractor's movement.

Using Throttle and Moving Tractor

How to use the throttle control and move the tractor forward and backward.

Mower Operation and Adjustment

Adjusting Mower Cutting Height

Guide to setting the desired cutting height for the mower.

Adjusting Mower Gauge Wheels

Operating and Stopping Mower Blades

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the mower blades.

Advanced Operation and Transport

Using Reverse Operation System (ROS)

Operating on Hills

Safety guidelines and procedures for operating the tractor on hills.

Engine Starting Procedures

Checking Engine Oil and Adding Gasoline

Steps to check oil level and add fuel before starting the engine.

Starting the Engine

Detailed instructions for starting the tractor's engine.

Weather-Specific Starting Procedures

Maintenance Schedule and General Care

Maintenance Schedule Overview

A table outlining maintenance tasks and their frequency.

General Maintenance Recommendations

Tractor Systems and Components

Brake Operation and Tire Maintenance

Instructions for checking brake function and maintaining tire pressure.

Operator Presence and ROS System Checks

How to verify the operator presence and ROS systems are working correctly.

Blade Care and Removal

Guidelines for maintaining mower blade sharpness and safe removal.

Battery Maintenance

Component Maintenance and Lubrication

Cleaning Battery Terminals

Engine Lubrication and Oil Change

Service and Adjustments

Removing the Mower Deck

Installing the Mower Deck

Mower Installation Details

Attaching Mower Side Suspension Arms

Attaching Front and Rear Lift Links

Mower Leveling Adjustments

Visual Side-to-Side Mower Adjustment

Precision Side-to-Side Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back Mower Adjustment

Belt Replacement and Brake Check

Mower Blade Drive Belt Replacement

Motion Drive Belt Replacement

Checking Brake System Operation

Tractor Storage Procedures

Preparing the Tractor for Storage

Battery and Engine Storage

Troubleshooting Guide: Starting Issues

Engine Will Not Start

Diagnoses and solutions for when the engine fails to start.

Engine Hard to Start

Common causes and fixes for difficult engine starting.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine does not crank.

Troubleshooting Guide: Performance Issues

Loss of Power Issues

Identifies causes and corrections for reduced engine power.

Vibration and Uneven Cutting

Troubleshooting Guide: Operational Issues

Mower Blades and Grass Discharge

Electrical and Charging System Issues

Troubleshooting Guide: Drive and Engine Behavior

Loss of Drive and Engine Backfire

Engine Dies Shifting to Reverse