Craftsman 917.273322 - User Manual

Owner's Manual
£RAFTZMIIN+
260 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273322
• 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

Summary

WARRANTY

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Instructions for safe operation and precautions.

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for operating the tractor safely on slopes.

CHILDREN

Safety warnings regarding children in the operating area.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Owner's duties for maintaining and operating the tractor safely.

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

List of tools needed for tractor assembly.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

Steps for unpacking the tractor from its shipping carton.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Procedure for attaching the steering wheel to the tractor.

INSTALL SEAT

Instructions for securely installing the tractor seat.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Procedure for installing the mower and its drive belt.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Familiarization with tractor controls and adjustments.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Detailed instructions on operating various tractor functions.

TO START ENGINE

Procedures for starting the tractor's engine.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

Procedure to remove air from the transmission.

MOWING TIPS

Advice for effective and safe lawn mowing.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended service intervals for tractor upkeep.

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Guidance on engine oil type and changes.

STORAGE

Steps for preparing the tractor for storage.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Instructions for properly leveling the mower deck.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

Steps for adjusting the tractor's brake system.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Instructions for aligning the steering wheel.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

Part numbers and diagrams for electrical components.

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Part numbers and diagrams for chassis components.

STEERING

Part numbers and diagrams for steering components.

ENGINE

Part numbers and diagrams for engine components.

MOWER DECK

Part numbers and diagrams for the mower deck.

TRANSAXLE

Part numbers and diagrams for the transaxle.

KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV25 S, TYPE NUMBER 69526

Part numbers and diagrams for the Kohler engine.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Craftsman 917.273322 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	190cc
Cutting Height	1.25 - 3.75 inches
Number of Cutting Positions	6
Mulching Capability	Yes
Side Discharge	Yes
Rear Bag	Yes
Cutting Positions	6
Deck Material	Steel
Starter Type	Recoil
Wheel Size (Front)	8 inches
Engine Power	6.75 ft-lbs
Drive System	Rear-wheel drive
Warranty	2 years limited