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Craftsman 917.271131 User Manual

Craftsman 917.271131
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN+
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271131
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to yourquestions
about this product,Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.271131 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.271131
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Two Year Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty

Details the two-year warranty for Craftsman riding equipment parts.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

General guidelines for safe operation of the mower.

Slope Operation Safety

Precautions and instructions for operating on slopes safely.

Children Safety

Safety measures to protect children from mower hazards.

Service Safety

Safety precautions related to servicing and maintenance procedures.

Product Specifications

Tractor Assembly

Setting Up Your Tractor

Procedures for initial setup, including checking the battery.

Pre-Operation Checklist

Know Your Tractor Controls

Steering and Drive Controls

Explanation of steering wheel, gearshift, and clutch/brake pedal.

Attachment Controls

How to use attachment clutch, lift lever, and height adjustment.

Engine Controls

Operation of ignition, throttle, choke, and lights.

Safety and Parking Controls

Understanding parking brake and operator presence system functions.

Tractor Operation Guide

Setting the Parking Brake

Procedure to engage the parking brake for safety.

Using the Throttle Control

Adjusting engine speed for optimal performance.

Moving Forward and Backward

How to control tractor movement using the gearshift lever.

Adjusting Mower Cutting Height

Steps to set the desired grass cutting height.

Adjusting Gauge Wheels

How to properly adjust mower deck gauge wheels.

Operating the Mower

Steps for engaging and using the mower blades.

Operating on Hills

Safety precautions and techniques for mowing on slopes.

Engine Preparation and Starting

Checking Engine Oil Level

How to check and maintain the correct engine oil level.

Adding Gasoline

Instructions for filling the fuel tank with the correct gasoline.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine in various weather conditions.

Maintenance Schedule

Tractor Maintenance

Brake Operation and Adjustment

How to check and adjust the tractor's braking system.

Battery Maintenance

Drive System Maintenance

Engine Maintenance

Service and Adjustments

Leveling the Mower Housing

How to adjust the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

Engine Adjustments and Maintenance

Storage Instructions

Troubleshooting Chart

Wiring Schematic

Repair Parts - Electrical

Engine Components

Mower Deck Components

Peerless Transaxle Components

Kohler Engine: Cylinder Head, Valve, Breather

Kohler Engine: Crankcase Components

Kohler Engine: Ignition/Electrical Components

Kohler Engine: Air Intake/Filtration

Kohler Engine: Starting System Components

Kohler Engine: Engine Controls

Kohler Engine: Oil Pan and Lubrication

Kohler Engine: Crankshaft Components

Kohler Engine: Fuel System Components

Guide for Sighting Slopes

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