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Craftsman 917.270412 User Manual

Craftsman 917.270412
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Owner's Manual
®
13.5 HP
ELECTRIC START -
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAW TRACTOR
Model No.
917o270412
o Safety
o Assembly
o Operation
Maintenance
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
I=800-659°5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.270412 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.270412
CategoryLawn Mower
Engine TypeGasoline
Engine BrandBriggs & Stratton
Engine Power6.75 HP
Engine Displacement190cc
Cutting Width21 inches
Cutting Height1.25 - 3.75 inches
Cutting Positions6
Oil Capacity20 oz
Wheel Size8 inches (front)

Summary

Owner's Manual

Safety

Safety guidelines for operating the tractor.

Operation

How to operate the lawn tractor.

Maintenance

Regular maintenance procedures for the tractor.

Warranty

Limited Warranties

Details of the limited warranties for the equipment and battery.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

General operating safety precautions.

Slope Operation and Children Safety

Guidelines for safe operation on slopes and regarding children.

Slope Operation Visual Guide

Visual guide and rules for slope operation.

Product Specifications

Maintenance Agreement and Customer Responsibilities

Contents of Hardware Pack

Contents of Hardware Pack (continued)

Assembly

Assembly Tools and Procedures

Tools required and steps for assembling the tractor.

Tractor Setup

Battery and Seat Installation

Instructions for battery check and seat installation.

Pre-Operation Checklist

Important Items During Use

Operation Symbols

Know Your Tractor

Controls and Adjustments Overview

Location and function of key tractor controls.

How to Use Your Tractor

Stopping Procedures, Movement, and Height Adjustment

Procedures for stopping, moving, and adjusting mower height.

Mower Operation and Transport

Engine Start Preparation

Checks and preparations before starting the engine.

Starting the Engine

Weather-Specific Starting Procedures

Starting procedures for warm and cold weather.

Mowing Tips

Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Lubrication Chart

Diagram and guide for lubricating tractor components.

Tractor Maintenance and Safety

Blade Care and Sharpening

Maintenance, removal, and sharpening of mower blades.

Engine Maintenance

Battery, Belts, and Air Filter Servicing

Maintenance for battery, belts, and air filter.

Engine Maintenance (continued)

Cooling, Muffler, Plugs, Filter, and Cleaning

Maintenance for engine cooling, muffler, plugs, filter, and general cleaning.

Service and Adjustments

Mower Removal and Installation

Steps for removing and installing the mower deck.

Mower Deck Leveling and Belt Replacement

Belt Replacement and Brake Adjustment

Steering and Starting Procedures

Steering Adjustment and Jumper Cables

Adjusting steering and starting with jumper cables.

Electrical and Engine Adjustments

Carburetor Adjustment

Carburetor Setting and Testing

Carburetor adjustment, setting, and acceleration testing.

Storage Procedures

Tractor and Engine Storage Preparation

Preparing the tractor and engine for storage.

Troubleshooting Chart

Starting Issues Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for starting problems.

Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Power, Vibration, and Cut Quality Issues

Troubleshooting power loss, vibration, and cut quality.

Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Operation and Electrical Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting blade rotation, discharge, lights, and battery.

Schematic

Ignition Switch Function

Diagram and function of the ignition switch positions.

Repair Parts - Electrical Diagram

Electrical Parts List

Chassis and Enclosures Diagram

Chassis and Enclosures Parts List

Ground Drive Diagram

Ground Drive Parts List

Steering Assembly Diagram

Steering Assembly Parts List

Engine Diagram

Engine Parts List

Seat Assembly Diagram

Decals and Wheels & Tires

Lift Assembly Diagram

Lift Assembly Parts List

Mower Deck Diagram

Mower Deck Parts List

Peerless Transaxle Diagram

Peerless Transaxle Parts List

Briggs & Stratton Engine Diagram

Briggs & Stratton Engine Components

Briggs & Stratton Engine Electrical Components

Briggs & Stratton Engine Kits and Parts

Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts List

Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts List (continued)

Slope Operation Guide

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