Craftsman 917.273395 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
180 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273395
[_ 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

Craftsman 917.273395 Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Power	6.75 HP
Displacement	190cc
Deck Material	Steel
Drive Type	Self-Propelled
Cutting Positions	6
Speed	Variable
Oil Capacity	20 oz
Cutting Width	21 in
Cutting Height	1.5 to 4 inches

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Covers defects in material or workmanship for two years, including free labor for applicable parts.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Safe practices for operating the lawn tractor, including pre-operation checks and general use.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Precautions for mowing on slopes to prevent tip-overs and loss of control.

CHILDREN SAFETY

Measures to protect children from mower hazards and prevent accidents.

SERVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Safety precautions to follow before performing maintenance or repairs on the tractor.

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Step-by-step instructions for operating the tractor, including starting and moving.

MAINTENANCE

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER DECK SERVICE

MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENTS

DRIVE BELT AND BRAKE SERVICE

ENGINE

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTINGS

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS

Common causes and solutions for engine starting issues like not starting or hard starting.

POWER AND CUTTING ISSUES

Diagnosing and fixing problems related to loss of power or uneven grass cutting.

ELECTRICAL AND OTHER PROBLEMS