Craftsman 917.271080 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271080
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• 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:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pro, Mort- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman Website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Craftsman 917.271080 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.271080
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Cautionary Notices

Important warnings and precautions for safe operation and setup.

Warranty and Safety Rules

Warranty Information

Essential Safety Rules

Essential rules to follow for safe operation and maintenance.

Advanced Safety Guidelines

Slope Operation and Children Safety

Guidelines for safe operation on slopes and protecting children.

Product Specifications

Tractor Assembly Process

Steering Wheel Installation

Tractor Setup Procedures

Tractor Operation

Understanding Tractor Controls

Core Operation Techniques

Throttle, Movement, and Cutting Height Adjustment

Operational Maneuvers

Hills Operation and Transportation

Pre-Start Procedures

Engine Oil, Fueling, and Starting

Steps for checking oil, adding fuel, and starting the engine.

Engine Starting and Transmission Operations

Cold Weather Start and Transmission Purge

Mowing Best Practices

Maintenance Overview

Schedule, Recommendations, and Pre-Use Checks

Overview of maintenance tasks, frequency, and pre-use checks.

Key Maintenance Checks

Brakes, Tires, Battery, Blades, and Safety Systems

Component Maintenance Procedures

Battery Cleaning, V-Belts, and Engine Oil Change

Engine Component Servicing

Air Filter, Oil Filter, and Spark Plugs

Service and Adjustments

Mower Deck Removal and Installation

Mower Deck Adjustments

Leveling and Blade Belt Replacement

System Adjustments and Calibration

Brake and Transaxle Control Lever Adjustment

Troubleshooting Starting Issues

Component Replacement and Adjustment

Engine Tuning

Carburetor Adjustment

Detailed instructions for adjusting the engine's carburetor.

Seasonal Storage Procedures

Preparing Tractor, Battery, and Engine for Storage

Guidelines for safely storing the tractor, battery, and fuel system.

Troubleshooting Guide

Engine Start Problems

Diagnosing and correcting issues related to the engine not starting.

Troubleshooting Engine Performance

Power Loss, Vibration, and Operator Presence Issues

Addressing problems like power loss, excessive vibration, and safety system faults.

Troubleshooting Mower and Electrical Issues

Cutting Quality, Blade Rotation, and Battery Charging

Kohler Engine Specific Parts

Kohler Engine System Parts

Kohler Engine Functional Parts

Kohler Engine Mechanical Parts

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation