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Craftsman 917.275284 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275284
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Owner's Manual
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GARDEN TRACTOR
27.0 HP, 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275284
[_]] This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently 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 pm, 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 917.275284 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.275284
CategoryLawn Mower
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Type4-Cycle
Engine Displacement190cc
Cutting Width21 inches
Cutting Height1.25 - 3.75 inches
Cutting Height Positions6
Drive SystemSelf-Propelled
SpeedUp to 3.5 mph
Wheel Size (Front)8 inches
Wheel Size (Rear)12 inches
Weight85 lbs
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment

Details the 2-year limited warranty for riding equipment, covering parts and labor for defects.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Provides essential safety instructions for operating the tractor and mower safely.

Slope Operation Safety

Details critical safety precautions for operating the tractor on slopes to prevent tipover.

Additional Safety Guidelines

Children Safety

Emphasizes the dangers children pose and how to keep them safe during operation.

Service Safety Precautions

Lists safety instructions to follow when performing maintenance or repairs on the tractor.

Product Specifications and Responsibilities

Assembly and Pre-Operation Procedures

Set Up Your Tractor

Guidance on checking the battery and installing the seat for proper operation.

Tractor Operation

Symbols and Hazard Definitions

Explains the meaning of symbols and hazard alert messages found on the tractor and manual.

Know Your Tractor Controls

How to Use Your Tractor

Set Parking Brake

Details on how to properly set the parking brake, including safety interlocks.

Stopping the Tractor

Instructions for stopping the mower blades, ground drive, and engine safely.

Using Controls

Guidance on operating throttle, choke, and motion control levers for proper function.

Mower Operation and Adjustments

Operate Mower

Steps for engaging and operating the mower blades safely.

Operate on Hills

Critical safety advice and techniques for operating the tractor on sloped terrain.

Engine Starting and Preparation

Check Engine Oil Level

Procedure for checking and filling the engine oil before starting.

Start Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine, including choke usage.

Transmission Procedures

Mowing Tips

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Before Each Use Checks

Routine checks to perform before every operation for safety and performance.

Tractor Maintenance Details

Component Maintenance

Engine Maintenance

Changing Engine Oil

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

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Service and Adjustments

Service Safety Precautions

Crucial safety warnings to follow before performing any service or adjustments.

Mower Adjustments

Level Mower Housing

Instructions for side-to-side and front-to-back leveling of the mower deck.

Belt Replacement Procedures

Replace Mower Drive Belt

Detailed steps for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

Mower Belt and Blade Replacement

Clutch, Brake, and Drive Belt Service

Tractor Adjustments and Repairs

Electrical System Service

Engine Control Adjustments

Engine Adjustment Procedures

Storage Procedures

Tractor Storage Preparation

Steps for preparing the tractor for long-term storage, including cleaning and lubrication.

Troubleshooting Engine Starting

Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for an engine that will not start.

Hard to Start

Troubleshooting steps for an engine that is difficult to start.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Diagnosing issues when the engine fails to crank or turn over.

Engine Clicks But Will Not Start

Troubleshooting common causes for clicking sounds without engine starting.

Troubleshooting Operational Issues

Loss of Power

Identifying causes and solutions for a tractor experiencing a loss of engine power.

Engine Runs When Operator Leaves Seat

Diagnosing safety system faults that allow the engine to run unattended.

Troubleshooting Performance Issues

Mower Blades Will Not Rotate

Diagnosing why the mower blades are not engaging or rotating.

Loss of Drive

Diagnosing causes for loss of forward or reverse drive in the tractor.

Engine Components - Electrical and Air Systems

Engine Internal Components

Engine Systems Overview

Engine External Systems

Slope Operation Guide

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