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Craftsman 917.273090 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273090
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Owner's Manual
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22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARD
TRACTOR
Model No.
;_17.273090
, Safety
, Assembly
, Operation
, Maintenance
, Repair Parts
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.
,'AUTION:
_ead and follow all Safety
_ules and Instructions before
_perating 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
;EARS, ROEBUCKAND CO,, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
isit our Craftsman website:www sears,corn/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.273090 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.273090
CategoryLawn Mower
Cutting Width21 inches
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Height Positions6
Deck MaterialSteel
Speed ControlVariable Speed
Oil Capacity20 oz
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Starter SystemRecoil
TypeWalk-Behind Mower

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

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

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Outlines the 90-day warranty period for the included battery.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER

Provides instructions on finding a service center for warranty work.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Covers essential safety guidelines for operating the tractor in general.

SLOPE OPERATION

Details critical safety precautions for mowing on slopes.

CHILDREN

Highlights safety measures to protect children during operation.

SERVICE

Provides safety instructions related to servicing the tractor and its components.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

Information regarding the availability of a repair agreement for the product.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Outlines the operator's duties for maintaining the tractor.

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Lists the necessary tools for assembling the tractor.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

Step-by-step guide for safely removing the tractor from its packaging.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

Important checks before detaching the tractor from the shipping skid.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Instructions for securely attaching the tractor's steering wheel.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

Guides on initial setup procedures, including battery check.

INSTALL SEAT

Details on how to properly install and adjust the tractor seat.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

Procedure for safely rolling the tractor off its shipping skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Instructions for driving the tractor off its shipping skid.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Steps for attaching the mower deck and its drive belt.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Guidance on checking and adjusting tire pressure for optimal performance.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

Procedure for ensuring the mower deck is properly leveled.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

Verification of correct routing for all drive belts.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Instructions for verifying the tractor's brake system is functional.

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Steps to engage and ensure the parking brake is securely set.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Explanation of how to operate the engine's throttle control.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Guidance on using the choke control for starting a cold engine.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Instructions on controlling the tractor's movement and direction.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Procedure for setting the desired cutting height for the mower.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Steps to correctly adjust the mower deck's gauge wheels.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Instructions for operating the mower deck and blades.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety and operational guidance for mowing on inclines.

TO TRANSPORT

Procedures for safely transporting the tractor.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Checks and preparations required before starting the tractor's engine.

TO START ENGINE

Detailed steps for starting the tractor's engine, including cold/warm starts.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A schedule outlining regular maintenance tasks and intervals.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Overall advice for maintaining the tractor and ensuring longevity.

BEFORE EACH USE

Essential checks to perform before operating the tractor.

LUBRICATION CHART

Diagram and guide for lubricating various tractor components.

BATTERY

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Instructions for cleaning the tractor's battery and terminals.

V-BELTS

Guidance on inspecting and replacing V-belts.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Information on maintaining the transaxle cooling system.

CHECK TRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL

Procedure for checking and maintaining the transaxle oil level.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Details on engine oil types, grades, and viscosity for proper lubrication.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step instructions for changing the engine oil.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

Procedure for adjusting the throttle control cable for proper engine speed.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

Procedure for adjusting the choke control cable.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Instructions for adjusting the carburetor for optimal engine performance.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

Instructions for cleaning engine cooling areas to prevent overheating.

AIR FILTER

Guidance on servicing and replacing the air filter and pre-cleaner.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Information on when and how to replace the engine oil filter.

MUFFLER

Inspection and replacement advice for the muffler and spark arrester.

SPARK PLUGS

Recommendations for replacing spark plugs.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

Instructions for replacing the in-line fuel filter.

CLEANING

General cleaning recommendations for the tractor's exterior.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

Procedure for safely removing the mower deck from the tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Steps for installing the mower deck onto the tractor.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Instructions for adjusting the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the mower deck for side-to-side levelness.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the mower deck's front-to-back level.

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

Detailed steps for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

Instructions for replacing the mower blade drive belt.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

Procedure for adjusting the tractor's attachment clutch.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Steps for adjusting the tractor's braking system.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

Instructions for replacing the tractor's motion drive belt.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Procedure for aligning the tractor's steering wheel.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

Information regarding front wheel camber, which is not adjustable.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

Steps for removing front or rear wheels for repair.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

Guidance on starting the engine with a weak battery using jumper cables.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES

Procedure for connecting jumper cables for emergency starting.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER

Steps for safely disconnecting jumper cables.

REPLACING BATTERY

Instructions for safely removing and installing the tractor battery.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

Procedure for replacing a burnt-out headlight bulb.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Information on the tractor's safety interlock system and wiring.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Instructions for replacing the tractor's fuse.

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

Procedure for adjusting the spring tension for the attachment lift.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

Steps for removing the tractor's hood and grill.

STORAGE

TRACTOR

Guidelines for preparing and storing the tractor for extended periods.

BATTERY

Recommendations for battery care and charging during storage.

ENGINE

Instructions for preparing the engine's fuel system and cylinders for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

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