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Craftsman 917.273221 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273221
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Owner's Manual
ICRAFTSMAN°I
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273221
s Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
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
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.273221 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.273221
CategoryLawn Mower
Engine Displacement140cc
Cutting Height Positions6
Deck MaterialSteel
Cutting Width21 inch
Cutting Height Range1.25-3.75 inches
Starter TypeRecoil
Wheel Size (Front)8 inch

Summary

Safety Rules

Safety Rules Continued

Assembly Procedures

Assembly Procedures Continued

Mower and Drive Belt Installation

Instructions for installing the mower deck and drive belt.

Pre-Operation Checks

Final checks for tire pressure, brakes, and general readiness.

Operation

Operation Continued

Know Your Tractor Controls

Overview of all tractor controls, switches, and indicators.

How to Use Your Tractor

Setting Parking Brake and Stopping

Procedures for setting the parking brake and stopping the tractor and blades.

How to Use Your Tractor Continued

Slope Operation and Transport Preparation

Guidelines for operating on slopes and preparing for transport.

Adding Fuel and Starting Engine

Instructions for adding gasoline and starting the tractor's engine.

Transmission Warm Up and Purging

Procedures to warm up and purge the transmission before operation.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

A schedule outlining regular maintenance tasks and general advice.

Pre-Use Checks and Lubrication

Daily checks before operation and the lubrication chart.

Maintenance Continued

Brake, Tire, and Safety Systems Maintenance

Checking brakes, tires, and operator presence systems.

Engine Oil and Lubrication Procedures

Procedures for engine lubrication and oil changes.

Service and Adjustments

Mower Housing Leveling Adjustment

How to adjust the mower housing for optimal cutting results.

Service and Adjustments Continued

Mower Deck Leveling Adjustments

Adjusting mower deck for side-to-side and front-to-back levelness.

Mower Blade Drive Belt Replacement

Procedures for replacing the mower blade drive belt.

Attachment Clutch and Brake Adjustment

Adjusting the attachment clutch and tractor brake systems.

Interlocks, Fuses, and Lift Spring Adjustment

Checking interlocks, replacing fuses, and adjusting lift spring tension.

Choke Control and Carburetor Adjustment

Adjusting choke control and the engine carburetor for optimal performance.

Mower Drive Belt Service

Procedures for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

Motion Drive Belt Service

Procedures for removing and installing the motion drive belt.

Front Wheel Alignment and Repair

Adjusting front wheel toe-in and removing wheels for repair.

Jump Starting and Headlight Bulb Replacement

Using jumper cables and replacing headlight bulbs.

Storage Procedures

Engine Fuel System and Oil Storage

Preventing fuel system issues and preparing engine oil for storage.

Troubleshooting Chart

Engine Starting Problems

Causes and corrections for engine not starting or turning over.

Engine Click/No Start Issues

Causes and corrections for clicking sounds without engine starting.

Troubleshooting Chart Continued

Power, Vibration, and Safety Interlock Issues

Causes and corrections for loss of power, vibration, and safety interlock failures.

Schematic Diagram

Repair Parts

Repair Parts Continued

Kohler Engine Breakdown

Kohler Engine Breakdown Continued

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes

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