Craftsman 917.273521 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
21.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273521
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differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
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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 917.273521 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.273521
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

WARRANTY

Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty

Details the warranty terms and coverage for the riding equipment.

SAFETY RULES

General Operation Safety Rules

Covers essential safety practices for operating the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety Rules

Provides critical safety guidelines for operating on inclines.

Child Safety Precautions

Specific safety precautions regarding children's interaction with the tractor.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

Tractor Assembly Guide

Detailed instructions for assembling the tractor from its shipping state.

Pre-Operation Checklist

Essential checks and preparations before the first use of the tractor.

OPERATION

Tractor Controls and Adjustments

Identifies and explains the function of all tractor controls and adjustments.

Starting and Stopping Procedures

Step-by-step guide for starting and safely stopping the tractor.

Safe Operation on Slopes

Guidelines for operating the tractor safely on inclines.

Mowing Tips and Techniques

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule

General Tractor Maintenance

Instructions for servicing key tractor components like brakes, tires, and blades.

Battery and Transaxle Maintenance

Guidance on maintaining the battery, transaxle cooling, and V-belts.

Engine Maintenance Procedures

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Mower Removal and Installation

Mower Housing Leveling

Belt Replacement and Brake Adjustment

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Starting and Power Issues

Operation and Cut Quality Issues

Drive and System Function Issues

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SLOPES

Slope Sighting Guide