Craftsman 917.270682 User Manual

Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAN'I
16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270682
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsmen Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
Seam, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Craftsman 917.270682 Specifications

General

Model Number	917.270682
Category	Lawn Mower
Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Displacement	190cc
Drive System	Self-Propelled
Cutting Positions	6
Drive System Type	Rear-Wheel Drive
Oil Capacity	20 oz
Cutting Width	21 inch
Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 inch
Warranty	2 years limited

Summary

Warranty

Safety Rules

General Operation

Instructions for safe operation of the tractor.

Slope Operation

Guidelines for safe mowing on inclines and slopes.

Children

Safety precautions regarding children around the tractor.

Assembly

Operation

How to Use Your Tractor

To Set Parking Brake

To Operate on Hills

Specific safety and operating instructions for mowing on hills.

Before Starting the Engine

To Start Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor engine.

Mowing Tips

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended schedule for regular tractor maintenance tasks.

Service and Adjustments

To Level Mower Housing

To Adjust Brake

To Start Engine With a Weak Battery

Engine Adjustments

Storage

Troubleshooting Chart

Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for an engine that fails to start.

Loss of Power

Poor Grass Discharge

Engine Components

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes