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Craftsman 917.272066 User Manual

Craftsman 917.272066
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Owner's Manual
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272066
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answerstoyour questions
aboutthis product,Call:
1-800-659-5917
Soars 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 917.272066 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine BrandBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Positions6
SpeedVariable
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Cutting Width21 inches
Oil Capacity20 oz
Front Wheel Size8 inches

Summary

Warranty Information

Two-Year Limited Warranty

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

Ninety-Day Battery Warranty

Outlines the ninety-day limited warranty for the included battery.

Safety Rules and Precautions

General Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe operation of the lawn tractor in general.

Slope Operation Safety

Specific safety instructions for operating the tractor on slopes.

Children & Service Safety

Precautions for children's safety and service safety guidelines.

Product Specifications and Setup

Tractor Specifications

Lists technical specs: capacity, type, speed, etc.

Assembly and Initial Setup

Unpacking, attaching parts, and preparing for use.

Pre-Operation Checklist

Checklist to ensure all setup steps are completed correctly.

Operating Your Lawn Tractor

Understanding Tractor Controls

Identifies and explains controls and indicators.

Basic Operation and Adjustments

Parking brake, throttle, cutting height.

Safe Operation Practices

Slope operation, transport, starting procedures.

Mowing and Mulching Tips

Advice for optimal mowing and mulching.

Maintenance and Servicing

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of tasks by hours/time.

Tractor Maintenance Tasks

Brakes, tires, blades, operator presence system.

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Oil, filters, air cleaner, spark plugs.

Service and Adjustments

Mower Deck Service

Removing, installing, and leveling the mower deck.

Belt and Brake Adjustments

Adjusting drive belts and brake system.

Steering and Engine Adjustments

Adjusting steering alignment, throttle, and carburetor.

Storage Instructions

Tractor Storage Preparation

Cleaning, inspecting, and preparing tractor for storage.

Engine Fuel System Storage

Draining fuel and preparing engine for storage.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Engine Starting Problems

Solutions for engine not starting or starting hard.

Operational and Performance Issues

Loss of power, vibration, poor cut, etc.

Diagrams and Parts Identification

Electrical System and Parts

Wiring schematic and electrical component list.

Tractor Component Diagrams and Parts

Chassis, ground drive, steering, seat, lift, mower deck.

Engine and Transaxle Diagrams and Parts

Kohler engine and Hydro Gear transaxle diagrams and parts.

Safe Slope Operation Guide

Sighting Slopes for Safety

Visual guide for safe slope operation, max 15°.

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