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Craftsman 917.271641 User Manual

Craftsman 917.271641
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Owner's Manual
ICRnFT MRWI
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271641
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
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

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.271641 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.271641
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

Limited Two Year Warranty

Details warranty coverage for riding equipment parts against defects.

Limited 90 Day Battery Warranty

Covers defects in battery material or workmanship for 90 days.

SAFETY RULES

General and Slope Operation Safety

Instructions for safe operation, including clearing area, avoiding hazards, and operating on slopes.

Children and Service Safety

Precautions regarding children and safety procedures during service and maintenance.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY

Tools, Unpacking, and Basic Setup

Lists tools, unpacking steps, and initial assembly like steering and seat installation.

Final Assembly Checks and Preparations

Covers installing mulcher plate, checking tires, brake system, and final checklist.

OPERATION

Know Your Tractor Controls

Familiarization with tractor controls, levers, and their functions.

Tractor Operation Procedures

Covers starting, stopping, moving, adjusting, operating on hills, and transport.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Pre-Start Checks and Engine Starting

Engine oil check, fueling, and instructions for starting in different weather.

Transmission Warm Up and Purge

Procedures for warming up the automatic transmission and purging air.

MOWING TIPS

General Mowing and Mulching Tips

Advice for optimal mowing performance, including mulching techniques.

MAINTENANCE

General Recommendations and Schedule

Overview of maintenance responsibilities, schedule, and general recommendations.

Pre-Use Checks, Lubrication, and Belt Service

Daily checks, lubrication, belt service, and general maintenance points.

Component Maintenance

Maintenance tasks for brakes, tires, operator presence system, blades, and battery.

V-Belts and Cooling Systems

Information on V-belt inspection, transaxle cooling, and pump fluid.

ENGINE

Engine Lubrication and Oil Change

Guidance on engine oil selection, checking level, and changing oil.

Air, Fuel, and Ignition System Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning air filter, cooling fins, and servicing fuel/spark plug systems.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

General Service Precautions and Mower Servicing

Safety warnings and procedures for mower removal and installation.

Component Adjustments and Belt/Brake Service

Covers mower leveling, belt replacement, brake adjustment, and control adjustments.

Electrical System, Battery, and Hood Service

Procedures for jump-starting, battery, headlights, fuses, and hood removal.

ENGINE

Throttle Control Cable and Carburetor Adjustment

Steps to adjust the throttle cable and carburetor for optimal engine performance.

Acceleration Test

Testing engine acceleration after carburetor adjustments for smooth performance.

STORAGE

Tractor, Battery, and Engine Storage Preparation

Steps for preparing the tractor, battery, and engine for long-term storage.

Fuel System and Cylinder Storage Procedures

Procedures for managing the fuel system and protecting the engine cylinders during storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

Electrical Components

Listing of electrical parts for the tractor, identified by part number.

Chassis, Ground Drive, and Steering Parts

Listing of chassis, ground drive, and steering assembly parts.

Engine, Mower Deck, and Transaxle Parts

Listing of engine, mower deck, and hydro transaxle components.

Seat, Decals, Lift, and Other Parts

Listing of seat, decals, lift assembly, and miscellaneous tractor parts.

SERVICE NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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