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Craftsman 917.271140 User Manual

Craftsman 917.271140
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Owner's Manual
£RAFTZMAN+
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271140
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read andfollow alISafety Rules
and Instructionsbefore operat-
ingthisequipment
For answers toyour 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, II60179
Visit our Craftsman website:w_wsears com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.271140 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement190cc
Cutting Height1.5 to 4 inches
Cutting Height Positions6
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Width21 inches
Drive SystemRear-wheel drive
Wheel Size (Front)8 inches

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Details the two-year warranty for riding equipment, covering defects.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Outlines the 90-day warranty for batteries, covering defects.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Instructions for safe general operation of the tractor, including operator responsibilities.

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes, including precautions.

CHILDREN

Safety measures to protect children from hazards associated with the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Outlines customer duties for maintaining the tractor and adhering to safety rules.

ASSEMBLY

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Lists components for initial assembly, categorized by system.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Lists necessary tools for assembling the tractor.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Instructions for attaching the steering wheel assembly to the tractor.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Procedure for checking and charging the tractor battery before initial use.

INSTALL SEAT

Guide for adjusting and securely installing the tractor seat.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Instructions for safely driving the tractor off its shipping skid.

OPERATION

Understanding Operation Symbols

Explains various symbols used on the tractor and in its literature.

Tractor Controls Explained

Details the location and function of key tractor controls and levers.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Steps to properly engage the parking brake system.

STOPPING

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

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

How to control the tractor's direction and speed using the motion control lever.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Procedure for checking the engine oil level before starting.

ADD GASOLINE

Guidelines for fueling the tractor with the correct type of gasoline.

TO START ENGINE

Steps for starting the tractor's engine for the first time.

MOWING TIPS

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

Best practices for mulching grass clippings for lawn health.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

General advice for maintaining the tractor to ensure warranty coverage and performance.

LUBRICATION CHART

TRACTOR MAINTENANCE & SAFETY

BRAKE OPERATION

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

TIRES

Proper tire maintenance, including pressure and avoiding damage.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Explains the function and importance of the operator presence system.

BLADE CARE

Instructions for maintaining mower blades, including removal and sharpening.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for adjusting the mower deck and drive belt.

TRACTOR SYSTEMS ADJUSTMENTS

Adjustments for brake, transmission, and steering systems.

ENGINE STARTING & ELECTRICAL

Steps for starting with a weak battery, replacing electrical components.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for adjusting the throttle cable and carburetor.

STORAGE

TRACTOR

Procedures for preparing the tractor for storage, including cleaning and lubrication.

ENGINE

Specific instructions for storing the engine's fuel system and oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Engine Will Not Start

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

Loss of power

Diagnosing and fixing problems causing a loss of engine power.

Poor cut - uneven

Steps to correct uneven grass cutting results.

SERVICE NOTES

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS - ELECTRICAL

REPAIR PARTS - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

REPAIR PARTS - GROUND DRIVE

REPAIR PARTS - STEERING ASSEMBLY

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE

REPAIR PARTS - SEAT ASSEMBLY

REPAIR PARTS - DECALS AND WHEELS

REPAIR PARTS - LIFT ASSEMBLY

REPAIR PARTS - MOWER DECK

REPAIR PARTS - TRANSAXLE

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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