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Craftsman 917.275034 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275034
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Owner's Manual
II:RAFTSMnN°I
GARDEN TRACTOR
23.0 HP, 50" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed
Model No.
917.275034
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
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, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 917.275034 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.275034
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty on Riding Equipment

Details warranty coverage for Craftsman Riding Equipment, including free repair/replacement of defective parts and free labor.

Limited Warranty on Battery

Covers warranty for defective batteries within 90 days of purchase, including in-home service options.

Safety Rules

General Operation and Slope Safety

Guidelines for safe tractor operation and specific precautions for use on slopes.

Child Safety and Service Safety

Safety precautions for children and guidelines for performing maintenance and repairs.

Product Specifications

Technical Data and Service Agreements

Details on tractor specs, service agreements, and customer responsibilities.

Unassembled Parts Overview

Steering, Mower, and Accessory Components

Lists parts for steering, mower, and included accessories like video and keys.

Assembly and Pre-Operation Steps

Tools, Unpacking, Steering Wheel, and Battery

Guides on required tools, unpacking, steering wheel installation, and battery check.

Seat Installation and Moving Tractor Off Skid

Procedures for attaching the seat and safely removing the tractor from its shipping skid.

Mower Installation and Tire Pressure

Steps for mounting the mower, installing the drive belt, and checking tire pressure.

Mower Leveling, Brakes, and Pre-Operation Checklist

Verifying mower levelness, brake system, and completing a pre-operation checklist.

Understanding Tractor Symbols

Operation Symbol Guide

Explanation of various symbols found on the tractor and in its literature, representing functions and warnings.

Know Your Tractor Controls

Tractor Control Identification and Function

Identifies and describes the function of key tractor controls and levers.

Tractor Operation Guide

Parking Brake, Stopping, Controls, and Mower Height

Instructions on using brakes, controls, and adjusting mower height.

Mower Operation, Gauge Wheels, Slopes, and Transport

Guides for mower operation, gauge wheel adjustment, slope safety, and transport.

Towing, Fueling, and Engine Starting Procedures

Safety advice for towing, adding fuel, and starting the engine.

Mowing Tips and Best Practices

Practical advice for efficient mowing, including conditions and techniques.

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Service Intervals, Lubrication, and General Advice

Chart for service intervals, lubrication points, and general maintenance recommendations.

Brake, Tire, Safety System, Blade, and Battery Maintenance

Checks for brakes, tires, safety systems, blade care, and battery maintenance.

Battery Cleaning, Transaxle, V-Belts, and Engine Oil Maintenance

Procedures for battery cleaning, transaxle checks, V-belt inspection, and engine oil changes.

Engine Filter, Spark Plug, Fuel Filter, and Cleaning Maintenance

Procedures for engine filter, spark plug, fuel filter replacement, and general cleaning.

Service and Adjustments - Mower

Service Safety, Mower Removal/Installation, and Leveling

Safety precautions, mower deck removal/installation, and leveling procedures.

Mower Deck Side-to-Side and Front-to-Back Leveling

Methods for adjusting mower deck side-to-side and front-to-back tilt.

Mower Drive Belt Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

Blade Drive Belt, Attachment Clutch, and Brake Adjustment

Procedures for replacing blade belt, adjusting clutch, and adjusting the brake.

Motion Drive Belt, Steering, and Wheel Alignment

Steps for replacing motion belt, adjusting steering, and wheel alignment.

Wheel Removal, Battery Replacement, and Jump-Starting

Procedures for wheel repair, battery replacement, and jump-starting the engine.

Headlight, Fuse, Hood, and Throttle Cable Adjustments

Procedures for replacing bulbs, fuses, hoods, and adjusting throttle cable.

Choke Control and Carburetor Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting choke control and carburetor for optimal engine performance.

Tractor Storage Procedures

Preparing Tractor, Fuel System, Engine, and Battery for Storage

Steps for preparing the tractor, fuel system, engine, and battery for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting Guide - Engine Starting Issues

Engine Start Problems and Solutions

Common causes and corrections for engine not starting, hard starting, or not turning over.

Troubleshooting Guide - Operational Issues

Power Loss, Vibration, and Cut Quality Problems

Diagnosing and correcting issues related to power loss, vibration, and poor grass cut.

Mower Blades, Discharge, Electrical, Battery, and Backfire Issues

Diagnosing problems with mower blades, discharge, lights, battery, and engine backfire.

Tractor Electrical Schematic

Wiring Diagram Overview

A wiring diagram illustrating the electrical components and connections of the tractor.

Repair Parts - Electrical System

Electrical Component Diagram and Layout

An exploded view diagram showing the location of electrical parts on the tractor.

Electrical Parts List

A detailed list of electrical components with their corresponding part numbers and descriptions.

Chassis and Enclosure Diagrams

Chassis and Enclosure Component Layout

An illustrated breakdown of the tractor's chassis, frame, and enclosure parts.

Chassis and Enclosure Parts List

A list of part numbers and descriptions for various chassis and enclosure components.

Ground Drive System Diagrams

Ground Drive Component Layout

An exploded view illustrating the parts of the tractor's ground drive system.

Ground Drive Parts List

A list of part numbers and descriptions for components of the ground drive system.

Steering Assembly Diagrams

Steering Assembly Component Layout

An illustrated breakdown of the tractor's steering mechanism components.

Steering Assembly Parts List

A list of part numbers and descriptions for the tractor's steering components.

Kohler Engine Component Diagrams

Cylinder Head, Valve, Breather, and Crankcase Layouts

Illustrated breakdowns of the engine's cylinder head, valve train, breather, and crankcase.

Engine Cylinder Head, Valve, Breather Parts List

A list of part numbers for the engine's cylinder head, valve train, and breather.

Engine Crankcase Parts List

A list of part numbers for the engine's crankcase and related components.

Kohler Engine Sub-Assembly Diagrams

Ignition/Electrical, Blower Housing, and Air Intake Layouts

Illustrated breakdowns of ignition, blower housing, and air intake systems.

Engine Ignition/Charging, Blower Housing, and Air Intake Parts Lists

Parts lists for ignition, blower housing, and air intake systems.

Kohler Engine Controls and Lubrication Diagrams

Starting System, Engine Controls, and Oil Pan Layouts

Illustrated breakdowns of starting system, engine controls, and oil pan components.

Engine Starting System, Controls, and Oil Pan Parts Lists

Parts lists for engine starting system, controls, and oil pan.

Kohler Engine Fuel System and Exhaust Diagrams

Crankshaft, Exhaust, and Fuel System Layouts

Illustrated breakdowns of crankshaft, exhaust, and fuel system components.

Engine Crankshaft, Exhaust, and Fuel System Parts Lists

Parts lists for engine crankshaft, exhaust, and fuel system components.

Slope Sighting Guide for Safe Operation

How to Use the Slope Guide

Instructions on using a guide to assess slopes and operate the tractor safely on inclines.

Sears Service and Support Information

Home Repair, Carry-In Services, Parts, Manuals, and Agreements

Contact info for repairs, parts, manuals, and service agreements.

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