Craftsman 917.273638 User Manual

Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMIIN°
18.5 HE 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.273638
i_] his product has a mowemission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
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 o5 pm, Men o Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Craftsman 917.273638 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.273638
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY GUIDELINES

GENERAL OPERATION AND SLOPE SAFETY

Key safety rules for general operation and specific precautions for slopes.

CHILDREN AND SERVICE SAFETY

Safety measures regarding children and precautions before performing service.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND SETUP

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Detailed technical specifications for the tractor and its components.

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

Steps for unpacking, setting up, and preparing the tractor for initial use.

OPERATION AND CONTROLS

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

Identifies and explains the function of all major tractor controls and indicators.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Instructions on basic operation, including starting, moving, and adjusting cutting height.

MOWING TIPS

Advice and best practices for effective and quality mowing performance.

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A comprehensive schedule detailing required service tasks and intervals for the tractor.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step instructions for draining and refilling the engine oil correctly.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for performing various maintenance tasks and adjustments on the tractor.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

A guide to diagnose and resolve common tractor problems with corresponding corrections.