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Craftsman 917.273761 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273761
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273761
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[_ This product has a low emission engine which operates I
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
I
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 917.273761 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine TypeGasoline
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement190cc
Deck MaterialSteel
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Cutting Width21 inches
Cutting Height1.25 to 3.75 inches
Speed SettingsVariable
Wheel Size8 inches (front), 11 inches (rear)
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled, Front Wheel Drive

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment

Details warranty coverage, exclusions, and home service policies for riding equipment.

Safety Rules Overview

General Operation Safety

General safety guidelines for operating the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety

Safety precautions specific to operating on slopes.

Additional Safety Guidelines

Child Safety

Safety advice regarding children and machine operation.

Service Safety Precautions

Safety precautions related to fuel handling and general maintenance.

Product Specifications and Responsibilities

Product Specifications

Lists technical specifications like capacity, oil type, tire pressure, etc.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Tractor Operation Basics

Safety Symbols and Alert Definitions

Explains tractor symbols and hazard alert definitions.

Getting to Know Your Tractor

Tractor Controls and Adjustments

Identifies and explains the function of various tractor controls.

How to Use Your Tractor

Stopping Procedures

Procedures for stopping mower blades, ground drive, and engine.

Moving Forward and Backward

How to control tractor movement using the motion lever.

Adjusting Mower Cutting Height

Instructions on adjusting the mower deck height.

Advanced Tractor Operation

Operating on Hills

Safety and operational procedures for mowing on slopes.

Transmission and Starting Procedures

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide to starting the engine.

Transmission Warm-up and Purging

Purging the Transmission

Instructions to remove air from the transmission system.

Mowing Techniques

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Maintenance Schedule

Table detailing maintenance tasks and intervals.

Tractor Component Care

Brake Operation and Adjustment

How to check and adjust the tractor's brakes.

Operator Presence System

Explanation of the safety interlock system.

Engine Maintenance and Lubrication

Engine Lubrication Guidelines

Engine oil recommendations and viscosity grades.

Changing Engine Oil

Steps for changing the engine oil.

Engine Component Maintenance

Service and Adjustments

Mower Deck Adjustments and Belt Replacement

Leveling the Mower Housing

Instructions for leveling the mower deck.

Side-to-Side Adjustment

Adjusting mower deck for side-to-side levelness.

Front-to-Back Adjustment

Adjusting mower deck for front-to-back levelness.

Brake and Drive Belt Service

Checking and Adjusting the Brake

Procedures for checking and adjusting the tractor's brake system.

Engine Adjustments

Adjusting the Carburetor

Steps for adjusting the engine's carburetor.

Carburetor Setting and Testing

Preliminary, final settings and acceleration test for the carburetor.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)

Troubleshooting Guide (Final)

Tractor Electrical Schematic

Ground Drive System

Steering Assembly Components

Engine Components

Lift Assembly Components

Mower Deck Components

Hydro Gear Transaxle Components

Briggs & Stratton Engine Parts

Slope Operation Guide

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