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Craftsman 917.273764 User Manual

Craftsman 917.273764
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Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAWJ
LAWN TRACTOR
18.0 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.273764
This product has a low emission engine which operatesdifferently 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 pro, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck 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 917.273764 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.273764
CategoryLawn Mower
Engine Displacement190cc
Cutting Height Positions6
Deck MaterialSteel
Starting SystemRecoil
Mulching CapableYes
Self-PropelledNo
Engine TypeGasoline
Cutting Height Range1.25 - 3.75 inch
Grass DischargeSide

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

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

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Outlines warranty terms for the tractor's battery.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Provides safety guidelines for safe tractor operation.

SLOPE OPERATION

Details precautions for operating on slopes to prevent accidents.

CHILDREN

Highlights safety measures related to children.

SERVICE

Provides safety instructions for performing maintenance.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Outlines user duties for maintaining the tractor.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Details available extended warranty and service plans.

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Lists the tools needed for assembling the tractor.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

Provides steps for unpacking the tractor from its shipping carton.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

General instructions for setting up the tractor after assembly.

INSTALL SEAT

Step-by-step guide to installing the tractor seat.

CHECK BATTERY

Instructions on how to check the tractor's battery status.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

Procedures for safely driving the tractor off its shipping skid.

CHECKLIST

A final checklist before operating the new tractor.

OPERATION

Symbols

Explains the meaning of various symbols found on the tractor and in literature.

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION definitions

Defines the meaning of hazard alert symbols for safety.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Controls and Adjustments

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

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Steps to correctly set the parking brake on the tractor.

STOPPING

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

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

How to control the tractor's movement using the motion control lever.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Guide on setting the mower deck's cutting height.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety precautions and procedures for operating on slopes.

TO START ENGINE

Detailed steps for starting the tractor's engine.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Table outlining required maintenance tasks and their frequency.

BEFORE EACH USE

Daily pre-operation checks for the tractor.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step guide for changing the engine oil.

AIR FILTER

Maintenance and service intervals for the air filter.

SPARK PLUG(S)

Recommended replacement schedule for spark plugs.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

Step-by-step instructions for detaching the mower deck.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the mower deck.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Procedure for leveling the mower deck for optimal cutting.

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

How to check the brake system for proper function.

REPLACING BATTERY

Step-by-step guide for replacing the tractor battery.

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

Procedure for adjusting the throttle control cable.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Steps to adjust the carburetor for proper engine operation.

STORAGE

TRACTOR

Instructions for preparing the tractor for storage.

FUEL SYSTEM

How to prepare the fuel system for storage to prevent issues.

ENGINE OIL

Engine oil considerations for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Will not start

Causes and corrections for the engine failing to start.

Hard to start

Causes and corrections for the engine being difficult to start.

Loss of power

Causes and corrections for the engine losing power.

Excessive vibration

Causes and corrections for excessive vibration during operation.

Poor cut - uneven

Causes and corrections for an uneven cut quality.

Battery will not charge

Causes and corrections for the battery not charging.

SCHEMATIC

IGNITION SWITCH

Wiring details and terminal connections for the ignition switch.

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

Exploded view of the tractor's electrical system components.

TRACTOR

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

Exploded view of the tractor's chassis and enclosure parts.

TRACTOR

GROUND DRIVE

Exploded view of the tractor's ground drive system components.

TRACTOR

STEERING ASSEMBLY

Exploded view of the tractor's steering assembly components.

ENGINE

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31P777, TYPE NUMBER 0299-E1

Exploded view of specific engine model components.

TRACTOR

SEAT ASSEMBLY

Exploded view of the tractor's seat assembly components.

TRACTOR

DECALS

Exploded view and part numbers for tractor decals.

WHEELS & TIRES

Exploded view and part numbers for wheels and tires.

TRACTOR

LIFT ASSEMBLY

Exploded view of the tractor's lift assembly components.

TRACTOR

MOWER DECK

Exploded view of the mower deck components.

TRACTOR

PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER LTH2000

Exploded view of the Peerless Transaxle components.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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