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Craftsman 917.270732 User Manual

Craftsman 917.270732
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Owner's Manual
ICRIIFTSMIIH°i
17 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.270732
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 Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.270732 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Displacement190cc
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled
Engine TypeBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Height1.5 to 4 inches
Cutting Height Positions6
Speed SettingsVariable
Weight80 lbs
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Wheel Size11 inches (front)
Cutting Width21 inches

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

Details the two-year warranty for riding equipment parts.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Outlines the 90-day warranty for the included battery.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Essential safety precautions for operating the tractor.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Guidelines for operating the tractor safely on slopes.

CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety measures related to the presence of children.

SAFETY RULES (CONTINUED)

SERVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Safety precautions for servicing the equipment.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Lists necessary tools for assembling the tractor.

TRACTOR REMOVAL FROM CARTON

Instructions for safely removing the tractor from its shipping carton.

ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED)

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

TRACTOR CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

Identifies and explains tractor controls and adjustments.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

PARKING BRAKE OPERATION

Instructions for engaging and using the parking brake.

STOPPING PROCEDURES

Procedures for stopping mower blades, ground drive, and engine.

OPERATION AND MOWING TIPS

STARTING THE ENGINE

ENGINE OIL AND GASOLINE CHECK

Procedure for checking engine oil and adding gasoline.

ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES

Steps for starting the engine, including weather considerations.

OPERATION AND MOWING TECHNIQUES (CONTINUED)

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Schedule outlining required maintenance tasks and intervals.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BRAKE, TIRE, AND OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Checking brakes, tires, and operator presence system.

ENGINE AND BATTERY MAINTENANCE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS (CONTINUED)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SERVICE

Essential safety steps before performing service.

MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENTS

LEVELING THE MOWER HOUSING

How to adjust the mower deck for optimal cutting.

BELT AND BRAKE SERVICE

STEERING, WHEEL, AND BATTERY SERVICE

ELECTRICAL AND ENGINE SERVICE

ENGINE CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR

Detailed steps for adjusting the engine's carburetor.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

TRACTOR AND MOWER PREPARATION FOR STORAGE

Steps to prepare the tractor and mower for storage.

FUEL SYSTEM, BATTERY, AND ENGINE STORAGE

Preparing fuel system, battery, and engine for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS

Solutions for engine not starting or being hard to start.

ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER ISSUES

Diagnosing and fixing problems when the engine won't turn over.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

ENGINE PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY FAULTS

Addressing engine power, vibration, and safety system faults.

MOWER CUTTING AND DISCHARGE ISSUES

Solutions for uneven cuts and poor grass discharge.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC

SLOPE OPERATION GUIDE

SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Visual guide and advice for safely operating on slopes.

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