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Craftsman 917.271652 - User Manual

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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
17 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.271652
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 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Summary

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment

Details coverage for riding equipment defects.

SAFETY RULES

General Operation Safety

Essential safety precautions for operating the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe operation on inclined terrain.

Child Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent accidents involving children near the tractor.

Service Safety Guidelines

Safety measures to follow during maintenance and repairs.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

Tractor Unpacking and Initial Setup

Instructions for removing the tractor from packaging and initial setup.

Pre-Operation Checks and Procedures

Essential checks and procedures before operating the tractor.

OPERATION GUIDE

Tractor Controls Identification

Identification and explanation of tractor controls and indicators.

USING YOUR TRACTOR

Parking Brake Operation

How to engage and disengage the tractor's parking brake.

Mower Operation and Adjustment

How to operate the mower and adjust cutting height.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor engine.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND PROCEDURES

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Recommended service intervals for various tractor components.

Before Each Use Checks

Daily checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

TRACTOR COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Engine Oil Lubrication and Change

Selecting, checking, and changing the engine oil.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Mower Deck Removal and Installation

Procedures for detaching and reattaching the mower deck.

Mower Deck Leveling Procedure

How to adjust the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

Brake System Adjustment

How to adjust the tractor's braking system for proper stopping distance.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Engine Starting Problems

Solutions for issues related to the engine not starting or starting hard.

Engine and Performance Issues

Diagnosing and resolving power loss, vibration, and uneven cuts.

Operational and Electrical Issues

Addressing problems with blades, discharge, lights, and battery charging.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY GUIDE

Slope Angle Measurement Guide

A visual guide to help determine safe slope angles for operation.

Summary

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment

Details coverage for riding equipment defects.

SAFETY RULES

General Operation Safety

Essential safety precautions for operating the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe operation on inclined terrain.

Child Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent accidents involving children near the tractor.

Service Safety Guidelines

Safety measures to follow during maintenance and repairs.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

Tractor Unpacking and Initial Setup

Instructions for removing the tractor from packaging and initial setup.

Pre-Operation Checks and Procedures

Essential checks and procedures before operating the tractor.

OPERATION GUIDE

Tractor Controls Identification

Identification and explanation of tractor controls and indicators.

USING YOUR TRACTOR

Parking Brake Operation

How to engage and disengage the tractor's parking brake.

Mower Operation and Adjustment

How to operate the mower and adjust cutting height.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor engine.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND PROCEDURES

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Recommended service intervals for various tractor components.

Before Each Use Checks

Daily checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

TRACTOR COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Engine Oil Lubrication and Change

Selecting, checking, and changing the engine oil.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Mower Deck Removal and Installation

Procedures for detaching and reattaching the mower deck.

Mower Deck Leveling Procedure

How to adjust the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

Brake System Adjustment

How to adjust the tractor's braking system for proper stopping distance.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Engine Starting Problems

Solutions for issues related to the engine not starting or starting hard.

Engine and Performance Issues

Diagnosing and resolving power loss, vibration, and uneven cuts.

Operational and Electrical Issues

Addressing problems with blades, discharge, lights, and battery charging.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY GUIDE

Slope Angle Measurement Guide

A visual guide to help determine safe slope angles for operation.

Craftsman 917.271652 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.271652
CategoryLawn Mower
Cutting Width21 inches
Cutting Height Positions6
Speed SettingsVariable
Grass Bag Capacity2.4 bushels

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