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Craftsman 917.273380 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273380
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRN°I
LAWN TRACTOR
17.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273380
1_ his product has a low emission engine which operates I
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
IMPORTANT:
Read and fellow 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, R_ebuck 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 917.273380 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Displacement190cc
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled
Deck MaterialSteel
Oil Capacity20 oz
Engine TypeBriggs & Stratton
Wheel Size (front)8 inches
Wheel Size (rear)11 inches
Drive SystemRear-wheel drive
Cutting Width21 inches

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Covers defects in material/workmanship for 2 years, including free labor.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Covers battery defects for 90 days, with options for in-home service.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Read manual, adult operation, clear area, no passengers, avoid reverse.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY DOs

Mow up/down slopes, remove obstacles, watch for terrain, use slow speed.

SLOPE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Mow up/down slopes (15° Max), remove obstacles, watch for terrain.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Caution on slopes, risk of tipover and severe injury.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY DON'Ts

Don't turn on slopes, don't mow near drop-offs, don't mow wet grass.

CHILD SAFETY GUIDELINES

Keep children away, be alert, never carry children.

CHILD SAFETY

Keep children away, be alert, never carry children.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

OPERATION

TRACTOR SYMBOLS AND HAZARDS

Explains tractor symbols and defines hazard levels (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION).

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

TRACTOR CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

Identifies and describes key controls like ignition, throttle, and levers.

OPERATION

PARKING BRAKE AND STOPPING PROCEDURES

How to set the parking brake and stop the tractor's ground drive and engine.

MOWING AND TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES

Safe mowing practices, operating on hills, and tractor transport instructions.

STARTING THE ENGINE AND FUELING

Procedures for fueling, checking oil, and starting the engine.

TRANSMISSION AND COLD WEATHER STARTING

Warm-up, purging, and cold start procedures for the automatic transmission.

MOWING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION

Table of service intervals and lubrication points for regular maintenance.

TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

BRAKE, TIRE, AND SAFETY SYSTEM CHECKS

Procedures for checking brakes, tires, and operator presence system.

TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER DECK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Steps to detach and reattach the mower deck from the tractor.

MOWER DECK LEVELING AND BELT REPLACEMENT

Adjusting deck level and replacing the mower drive belt.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

THROTTLE CABLE AND CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting throttle cable and carburetor for optimal performance.

STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE STARTING AND POWER ISSUES

Diagnosing and fixing engine starting and power loss problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SCHEMATIC

ENGINE

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE

SLOPE MEASUREMENT GUIDE

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