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Craftsman 917.272452 User Manual

Craftsman 917.272452
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
21.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.272452
[_] his product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
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, II 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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Craftsman 917.272452 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.272452
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Read and follow all instructions before starting and operating the machine.

SLOPE OPERATION

Exercise extra caution on slopes to prevent tipover accidents and loss of control.

CHILDREN

Keep children out of the mowing area and be alert to their presence.

SERVICE

Handle gasoline safely, maintain equipment, and check safety devices regularly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Lists necessary tools for assembling the tractor and its components.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

Step-by-step guide for attaching the steering wheel to the tractor.

INSTALL SEAT

Instructions for properly installing and adjusting the tractor seat for comfort.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Procedures for safely removing the tractor from its shipping skid.

CHECKLIST

A final review of critical items before operating the new tractor.

OPERATION

SYMBOLS EXPLANATION

Explains the meaning of various symbols found on the tractor and in literature.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

CONTROL LOCATIONS

Identifies and explains the function of major tractor controls and levers.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Steps to engage the parking brake to secure the tractor.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Guidelines for safely mowing on slopes, including speed and turning.

TO START ENGINE

Procedures for starting the engine in both cold and warm weather conditions.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended service intervals for various tractor components.

LUBRICATION CHART

Diagram showing lubrication points and recommended lubricants.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step instructions for draining and refilling engine oil.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

Instructions for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

How to adjust the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Procedure for adjusting the tractor's braking system for proper stopping distance.

REPLACING BATTERY

Steps for safely removing and installing the tractor battery.

STORAGE

ENGINE

Instructions for preparing the engine for storage, including fuel system management.

BATTERY

Recommendations for battery maintenance during storage periods.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Will not start

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

Loss of power

Diagnosing and fixing issues related to reduced engine power during operation.

Poor grass discharge

Solutions for problems with grass clipping ejection or clumping.

SCHEMATIC

WIRING DIAGRAM

Illustrates the tractor's electrical system layout and connections.

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

List of electrical components with part numbers and diagrams.

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Chassis Assembly

Exploded view and part list for the tractor's main frame.

GROUND DRIVE

Transaxle

Exploded view and part list for the tractor's transmission system.

STEERING

Steering Wheel Assembly

Exploded view and part list for the steering mechanism.

ENGINE

Muffler Exhaust

Exploded view and part list for the engine's exhaust system.

DECALS

WHEELS AND TIRES

Tire, Front

Part information for the front tires and related components.

Tire, Rear

Part information for the rear tires and related components.

LIFT ASSEMBLY

Lift Assembly Wire/Spring

Part details for the lift assembly's wire and spring mechanism.

MOWER DECK

Mower Deck Assembly, 42"

Exploded view and part list for the 42-inch mower deck.

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C

Transaxle Cover

Exploded view and part list for the transaxle cover.

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 445777, TYPE NUMBER 0154-E1

Cylinder Assembly

Exploded view and part list for the engine's cylinder assembly.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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