Craftsman 917.272921 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.272921
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This product has a low emission engine which operates I
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
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, IL 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Craftsman 917.272921 Specifications

General

Model Number	917.272921
Category	Lawn Mower
Power Source	Gasoline
Engine Type	Briggs & Stratton
Cutting Width	21 inches
Deck Material	Steel
Cutting Height	1.25 to 3.75 inches
Wheel Size	8 inches
Drive System	Rear Wheel Drive

Summary

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Instructions for safe operation, including adult supervision and clearing the area.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes to prevent tip-overs.

Children and Service Safety

Precautions for child safety and safe maintenance practices.

Operating Your Tractor

Controls and Functions

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for starting, stopping, and using the parking brake.

Safe Operation on Hills

Guidelines for safe operation of the tractor on inclines and slopes.

Mowing and Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication

A schedule outlining required maintenance tasks and lubrication points.

Engine and Blade Maintenance

Service and Troubleshooting

Service Adjustments

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Slope Operation Guide

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation