Craftsman 917.273260 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273260
[_ This 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.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
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 917.273260 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Gasoline
Engine Power	6.75 HP
Deck Material	Steel
Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement	190cc
Wheel Size	8 inches (front), 11 inches (rear)
Drive System	Rear-wheel drive
Fuel Capacity	1.6 quarts
Fuel Tank Capacity	1.6 quarts

Summary

Warranty

Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty

Details the limited warranty coverage for Craftsman riding equipment.

Battery Warranty

Outlines the limited warranty coverage for the tractor's battery.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Safety guidelines and precautions for general tractor operation.

Slope Operation Safety

Specific safety measures for operating the tractor on slopes.

Children Safety

Important safety precautions regarding children's presence.

Service Safety

Safety guidelines to follow before performing any service or adjustments.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Operation

Safety Glasses and Basic Operation

Importance of safety glasses and basic operating instructions.

Stopping and Moving the Tractor

Procedures for stopping the tractor and controlling its movement.

Mower Height, Gauge Wheels, and Operation

Adjusting mower height, gauge wheels, and operating the mower.

Slope Operation Guidelines

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

Transmission Purging

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Engine Maintenance

Lubrication and Oil Change

Service and Adjustments

Safety Precautions for Service

Mower Deck Removal and Installation

Mower Deck Leveling

Mower Deck Front-to-Back Adjustment

Mower Drive Belt Replacement

Secondary Mower Drive Belt Replacement

Brake System Check and Adjustment

Motion Drive Belt Replacement

Steering and Wheel Alignment

Engine Adjustments

Throttle and Choke Cable Adjustment

Carburetor Adjustment

Carburetor Final Setting and Testing

Troubleshooting

Engine Starting Issues

Engine Power Issues

Vibration and Mowing Performance Issues

Grass Discharge, Lights, and Battery Issues

Drive and Backfire Issues

Engine Components

Cylinder Head, Crankcase, Blower Housing, Air Intake

Lift Assembly

Mower Deck Components

Hydro Gear Transaxle

Crankshaft, Exhaust, and Fuel System Components

Cylinder Head, Breather, and Crankcase Components

Starting System, Engine Controls, and Oil Pan/Lubrication

Slope Sighting Guide