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Craftsman 917.273360 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273360
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN'I
LAWN TRACTOR
16.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273360
[_ 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 equipment.
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
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Craftsman 917.273360 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.273360
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty

Limited Warranties

Details coverage for riding equipment and battery, excluding specific items and conditions.

Safety Rules

General Operation and Slope Safety

Covers safe operating practices, including slope use, hazard warnings, and general precautions.

Children and Service Safety

Addresses safety concerning children around the machine and precautions during maintenance and repair.

Product Specifications and Responsibilities

Customer Responsibilities

Outlines user duties for maintaining the tractor and following safety guidelines.

Repair Protection Agreements

Information on purchasing extended service plans and their benefits.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Tools Required and Unpacking

Lists necessary tools and steps for safely removing the tractor from its shipping carton.

Steering Wheel and Seat Installation

Step-by-step guide for attaching the steering wheel assembly and installing the seat.

Final Checks

A checklist of essential checks before initial operation, including tire pressure, belts, and brakes.

Operation

Operator Symbols and Hazard Definitions

Explains tractor symbols and hazard alert definitions for safe operation.

Controls and Basic Usage

Identifies tractor controls and provides basic instructions on their function and use.

Using Your Tractor

Basic Operations

Covers setting parking brake, stopping, throttle use, forward/backward movement, and cutting height adjustment.

Mowing and Transporting Procedures

Guidance on mowing techniques, operating on hills, and transporting the tractor.

Starting Procedures and Warm-up

Instructions for starting the engine in different weather conditions and warming up the transmission.

Maintenance

Schedule and Recommendations

Provides a regular service schedule and general maintenance recommendations for optimal performance.

Engine and Belt Maintenance

Details engine lubrication, oil changes, air filter servicing, and V-belt checks.

Filter, Spark Plug, and Cleaning

Instructions for replacing the fuel filter, spark plug, and general cleaning procedures.

Service and Adjustments

Mower Service Procedures

Steps for removing, installing, and leveling the mower deck.

Brake and Drive System Service

Guidance on adjusting the brake system and replacing the motion drive belt.

Component Adjustments

Covers adjustments for transmission, steering alignment, wheels, and starting with a weak battery.

Electrical Component Service

Instructions for jump-starting, replacing battery, headlights, fuses, and removing the hood.

Engine Adjustments

Throttle and Carburetor Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting the throttle control cable and the engine carburetor.

Storage

Storage Procedures

Guidelines for preparing and storing the tractor, battery, fuel system, and engine components.

Troubleshooting

Starting and Power Issues

Common problems related to engine starting, power loss, and engine clicking.

Operational and Cut Quality Issues

Addresses vibration, cut quality, blade rotation, and grass discharge problems.

Electrical and Drive System Issues

Solutions for headlight, battery charging, drive loss, and engine backfiring problems.

Electrical System

Wiring Schematic

Electrical diagram illustrating the tractor's wiring system and ignition switch functions.

Electrical Component Parts

Illustrated list of electrical components with their part numbers.

Chassis and Enclosures

Chassis and Enclosure Parts

Illustrated list of chassis and enclosure components with their part numbers.

Ground Drive System

Ground Drive Parts

Illustrated list of ground drive system components with their part numbers.

Steering Assembly

Steering Assembly Parts

Illustrated list of steering assembly components with their part numbers.

Engine Components

Engine Component Parts

Illustrated list of engine components with their part numbers.

Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts

Detailed illustrated list of Briggs & Stratton engine parts with their part numbers.

Seat Assembly

Seat Assembly Parts

Illustrated list of seat assembly components with their part numbers.

Decals and Wheels & Tires

Decals

Illustrated list of tractor decals with their part numbers.

Wheels & Tires

Illustrated list of wheels and tires with their part numbers.

Lift Assembly

Lift Assembly Parts

Illustrated list of lift assembly components with their part numbers.

Mower Deck

Mower Deck Parts

Illustrated list of mower deck components with their part numbers.

Hydro Transaxle

Hydro Transaxle Parts

Illustrated list of hydro transaxle components with their part numbers.

Slope Operation Guide

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

A guide on how to use a folded page to visually estimate slope angles for safe operation.

Sears Service Information

Home and Parts Repair Services

Contact information for in-home repairs, parts ordering, and Sears repair centers.

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