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Craftsman 917.273280 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273280
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
21.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273280
[1_ 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, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.273280 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.273280
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Details the 2-year warranty for riding equipment, covering defects in material or workmanship.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Covers the battery for 90 days against defects in material or workmanship.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Essential instructions for safe operation, including clearing the area and operator responsibilities.

SLOPE OPERATION

Advises caution on slopes, recommending mowing up/down and avoiding sharp turns.

CHILDREN

Emphasizes keeping children away from the machine and being alert to their presence.

SERVICE

Covers safe handling of fuel, maintenance checks, and general service precautions.

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

Step-by-step guide for unpacking the tractor from its shipping carton.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

Instructions for checking the battery and adjusting the seat for proper operation.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

Procedure for safely rolling the tractor off its shipping skid using the lift lever.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Steps to safely drive the tractor off the shipping skid, including safety checks.

OPERATION

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS

Explains the meaning of danger, warning, caution, and hot surfaces symbols for safe tractor use.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Control Descriptions

Identifies and explains the function of various tractor controls and their locations.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Instructions for checking the engine oil level before starting the tractor.

ADD GASOLINE

Guidance on adding the correct type and amount of fresh, clean gasoline.

TO START ENGINE

Detailed procedure for starting the tractor engine, including warm and cold weather.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A table outlining recommended maintenance tasks at various intervals for optimal performance.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Advises on maintaining the tractor to preserve warranty and ensure longevity.

BEFORE EACH USE

Lists crucial checks to perform on the tractor before starting operation.

LUBRICATION CHART

Details lubrication points and recommended lubricants for various tractor components.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

Step-by-step instructions for safely detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Procedure for correctly reattaching the mower deck to the tractor.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Guide to adjusting the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

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

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

Guidance on adjusting the choke control for cold engine starting.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Advises contacting service for carburetor issues as it's not user-adjustable.

STORAGE

TRACTOR

Procedures for cleaning and preparing the tractor for storage.

BATTERY

Instructions for charging and disconnecting the battery for storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM

Guidance on emptying the fuel system to prevent gum deposits during storage.

ENGINE OIL

Steps for draining and replacing engine oil before storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Will not start

Lists common causes and corrections for the engine failing to start.

Hard to start

Identifies issues and solutions when the engine is difficult to start.

Engine will not turn over

Explains why the engine may not crank and how to fix it.

Loss of power

Addresses causes for reduced engine power and their resolutions.

SCHEMATIC

Wiring Diagram

Visual representation of the tractor's electrical system components and connections.

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

Diagram and list of electrical components for repair and replacement.

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the tractor's chassis and enclosure parts for identification.

GROUND DRIVE

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the ground drive system parts for identification and assembly.

STEERING ASSEMBLY

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the steering system components for identification and assembly.

SEAT ASSEMBLY

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the seat assembly parts for identification and repair.

MOWER DECK

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the mower deck components for maintenance and repair.

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE

Component Diagram

Exploded view of the hydro gear transaxle parts for servicing.

BRIGGS ENGINE

Component Diagrams

Exploded views of engine components, including carburetor and gasket sets.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Slope Angle Measurement

Instructions on how to use a provided guide to measure slope angles for safe operation.

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