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Craftsman 917.254940 User Manual

Craftsman 917.254940
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.254940
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
[RI;IFTXMI:IN®
14.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER DECK
6 D TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Assembly
° Operation
Maintenance
Service and Adjustment
° Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Coo, Chicago, IL 60684 U.SoA.
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Craftsman 917.254940 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.254940
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Rules for Safe Operation

Product Information and Warranty

Customer Responsibilities and Warranty Details

Outlines user duties, warranty terms, and service availability.

Assembly Instructions

Tractor Assembly Steps

Step-by-step guide for unpacking, preparing, and assembling the tractor.

Operation Guide

Controls, Starting, Mowing, and Hill Operation

Covers tractor controls, starting, stopping, mowing techniques, and safe hill operation.

Maintenance Schedule

Routine Maintenance Tasks

Details regular maintenance tasks and a service schedule for optimal performance.

Repair and Adjustment Procedures

Brake Adjustment and Tire Care

Instructions for adjusting the brake system and maintaining tire pressure.

Blade Care and Battery Maintenance

Guides on sharpening, replacing mower blades, and caring for the battery.

Engine Oil and Filter Service

Procedures for changing engine oil and oil filter.

Air Cleaner and Cooling System Maintenance

Steps for cleaning the air cleaner, air screen, and engine cooling fins.

Engine Starting, Throttle, and Choke Adjustments

Covers starting with a weak battery, throttle and choke cable adjustments.

Carburetor and Spark Plug Service

Procedures for carburetor adjustment and spark plug replacement.

Belt, Fuse, and Mower Servicing

Instructions for replacing drive belts, fuses, and mower removal/installation.

Mower Deck Adjustment and Drive Belt

Details on mower deck leveling and drive belt adjustment.

Tractor and Mower Storage

Instructions for preparing the tractor and mower for storage.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Engine Starting and Performance Problems

Solutions for engine starting, turning over, missing, power loss, and overheating.

Operation and Mower Performance Issues

Addresses issues like no lights, charging problems, and unsatisfactory mower performance.

Service Notes

Repair Parts Identification

Electrical Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the tractor's electrical system.

Chassis Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the main chassis and frame parts.

Drive System Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the tractor's drive system.

Steering and Front Axle Components

Diagrams and part numbers for steering and front axle assemblies.

Lift Adjustment Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the mower lift adjustment mechanism.

38" Mower Deck Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the mower deck assembly.

Transaxle Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the transaxle unit.

Engine Components

Diagrams and part numbers for the Briggs & Stratton engine.

Attachment Guide

Slope Operation Safety

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