Craftsman 917.20383 User Manual

Operator's Manual
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LAW TRACTOR
19 HR* 46" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.20383
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_] his product has a low emission engine which operates
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 detaits.
* 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 917.20383 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	190cc
Cutting Width	21 inches
Cutting Positions	6
Oil Capacity	20 oz
Weight	80 lbs
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge Capability	Yes
Engine Type	Briggs & Stratton
Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 inches
Drive Type	Rear-wheel drive
Speed Settings	Variable

Summary

Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage Details

Outlines full, battery, and additional limited warranties for the tractor's parts.

Safety Rules

General Operation and Slope Safety

Essential safety guidelines for operating the tractor, including specific rules for slopes.

Children, Gasoline, and General Safety

Safety precautions regarding children, gasoline handling, and general service.

Operating Your Tractor

Understanding Tractor Controls and Symbols

Explains tractor controls, symbols, and basic operational functions.

Basic Operation: Starting, Moving, Stopping

Guides on setting brake, moving, stopping, and using throttle controls.

Mower Operation and Adjustments

Refueling and Engine Starting

Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance Schedule and Before-Use Checks

Engine Oil, Lubrication, and Filters

Service and Adjustments

Mower Deck Service and Belt Replacement

Brake System and Control Lever Adjustments

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Engine Starting and Performance Problems

Solutions for engine not starting, hard starting, loss of power, and vibration.

Mower, Drive, and Electrical System Issues

Slope Operation Guidance

Measuring and Operating on Slopes