Craftsman 917.272059 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
16 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272059
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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.corn/craftsman

Craftsman 917.272059 Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement	190cc
Cutting Width	22 inches
Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 inches
Deck Material	Steel
Wheel Size (Front)	8 inches
Wheel Size (Rear)	11 inches

Summary

Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Details Sears' warranty coverage for riding equipment for two years.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Outlines Sears' 90-day warranty coverage for the tractor's battery.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Essential safety precautions for operating the tractor safely.

Slope Operation Safety

Critical safety guidelines for operating the tractor on slopes.

Children and Service Safety

Product Information & Setup

Tractor Assembly Procedures

Step-by-step guide for assembling the tractor, including steering and battery.

Pre-Operation Checks and Installations

Operation

Know Your Tractor - Controls Overview

Identification and function of key tractor controls and levers.

Operating the Tractor and Mower

Guidance on starting, moving, stopping, adjusting height, and using controls.

Mowing, Hills, and Transport Guidelines

Before Starting the Engine

Engine Oil and Fuel Check

Procedures for checking engine oil level and adding gasoline.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine in warm and cold conditions.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Pre-Use Checks

Tractor Component Maintenance

Engine and Drivetrain Maintenance

Service and Adjustments

Tractor and Mower Service

Mower Housing and Belt Service

Brake and Drive Belt Adjustments

Various Adjustments and Repairs

Electrical System Service

Engine Adjustments

Troubleshooting

Engine Starting and Operation Issues

Common problems like engine not starting, hard starting, or not turning over.

Performance and Cutting Issues

Solutions for power loss, excessive vibration, and uneven cut quality.

Other Troubleshooting Topics

Slope Operation Guide

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

Guide on how to measure slopes to ensure safe operation.