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Craftsman 917.275287 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275287
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Owner's Manual
CRI FTSMRN°
27.0 HE 48" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917,275287
This 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 =5 pm, Men =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 917.275287 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Displacement190cc
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled
Cutting Positions6
Starter TypeRecoil
Cutting Height1.25 to 3.75 inches
Drive SystemRear Wheel Drive
Engine TypeBriggs & Stratton Intek V-Twin

Summary

Owner's Manual Introduction

Important Safety Notice

Highlights critical safety instructions before operating the equipment.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty on Riding Equipment

Details the warranty coverage and terms for the riding equipment.

Limited Warranty on Battery

Outlines the specific warranty terms for the included battery.

Safety Rules

General Operation and Slope Safety

Covers essential safety practices for operating the tractor and navigating slopes.

Child Safety and Service Precautions

Details safety considerations regarding children and performing service.

Advanced Slope Safety and Responsibilities

Provides further guidance on slope operation and customer duties.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Pre-Operation Procedures

Operation Overview

Safety Alert Definitions

Defines the hazard levels indicated by DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and HOT SURFACES alerts.

Know Your Tractor Controls

Tractor Control Identification

Illustrates and describes the location and function of all tractor controls and adjustments.

Operating Your Tractor

Setting the Parking Brake and Stopping Procedures

Instructions for engaging the parking brake and safely stopping the mower and engine.

Using Controls for Movement and Height Adjustment

Guidance on using throttle, choke, motion control, and adjusting mower height.

Mower Operation and Slope Handling

Operating the Mower and on Hills

Procedures for engaging the mower and operating the tractor safely on slopes.

Pre-Start and Starting Procedures

Engine Oil, Gasoline, and Starting

Instructions for checking oil, adding fuel, and starting the engine for the first time.

Engine and Transmission Warm-up

Engine Starting Procedures

Detailed steps for starting the engine in both warm and cold weather conditions.

Transmission Warm-Up and Purge

Procedures for warming up the transmission and purging air for optimal performance.

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Maintenance Schedule

A table outlining required maintenance tasks based on operating hours or time intervals.

Tractor Component Maintenance

Drivetrain and Engine Maintenance

Engine Lubrication and Oil Change

Details on engine oil type, viscosity, and the process for changing the engine oil.

Engine Air and Fuel System Maintenance

Service and Adjustments

Mower Housing Adjustments

Blade and Belt Service Procedures

Secondary Mower Drive Belt Service

Clutch, Brake, and Motion Drive Belt Service

Component Adjustments and Troubleshooting Aids

Electrical System and Component Service

Engine Control Adjustments

Throttle, Choke, and Carburetor Adjustments

Detailed steps for adjusting the throttle cable, choke control, and carburetor settings.

Tractor Storage Procedures

Troubleshooting Guide - Starting and Power Issues

Troubleshooting Starting Problems

Diagnoses and corrections for issues like 'Will not start', 'Hard to start', and 'Engine clicks'.

Troubleshooting Guide - Performance and Cut Quality

Addressing Power Loss and Vibration Issues

Solutions for problems like loss of power, excessive vibration, and poor cut quality.

Troubleshooting Guide - Operational Issues

Resolving Operational and Electrical Problems

Diagnoses for issues like blades not rotating, poor grass discharge, and electrical faults.

Wiring Schematic and Diagrams

Engine Components - Ignition, Housing, and Air Intake

Engine Components - Cylinder Head and Crankcase

Engine Systems - Starting, Controls, and Lubrication

Engine Components - Crankshaft, Exhaust, and Fuel System

Slope Operation Guide

Safe Slope Sighting Technique

Provides a method for sighting and measuring slopes to ensure safe operation.

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