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Craftsman 917.275684 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275684
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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSMIIN°
LAWN TRACTOR
24 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275684
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 917.275684 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.275684
CategoryLawn Mower
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement190cc
Cutting Width21 inches
Cutting Positions6
Weight80 lbs
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Wheel Size8 inches (front), 11 inches (rear)

Summary

Warranty Information

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Details the 2-year limited warranty for riding equipment, exclusions, and terms.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Covers the 90-day warranty for the included battery and its terms.

Safety Rules and Precautions

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

General instructions for safe operation, keeping clear of parts, and adult supervision.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Guidelines for safe operation on slopes, including speed, direction, and terrain.

CHILDREN AND TOWING SAFETY

Precautions regarding children and safe towing practices.

GASOLINE HANDLING AND GENERAL SERVICE SAFETY

Safety precautions for gasoline handling and general maintenance.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

UNPACKING AND INITIAL SETUP

Instructions for unpacking the tractor and initial setup procedures.

SKID REMOVAL AND SYSTEM CHECKS

Procedures for removing the tractor from its skid and initial system checks.

Tractor Operation

OPERATIONAL SYMBOLS AND HAZARDS

Explanation of tractor symbols, hazard definitions, and safety alerts.

KNOWING TRACTOR CONTROLS

Familiarization with tractor controls and adjustments for safe operation.

STARTING, STOPPING, AND DRIVING

Procedures for starting, stopping, driving, and using controls.

SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

Adjusting height, using ROS, operating on hills, and towing.

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

Table outlining maintenance tasks based on operating hours and seasons.

LUBRICATION CHART AND PRE-USE CHECKS

Lubrication points, recommendations, and pre-use checks for the tractor.

Service and Adjustments

BRAKE, TIRE, AND SAFETY SYSTEM CHECKS

Procedures for checking brakes, tires, operator presence, and ROS systems.

BLADE CARE AND DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Instructions on mower blade care and replacing drive belts.

ENGINE OIL AND AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Procedures for changing engine oil, filter, and servicing the air filter.

MOWER DECK AND STEERING ADJUSTMENTS

Steps for servicing the mower deck and adjusting the steering.

BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENT SERVICE

Procedures for battery replacement and servicing electrical components.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS AND STORAGE PREPARATION

Adjusting engine controls and preparing the tractor for storage.

Troubleshooting Guide

ENGINE STARTING AND POWER ISSUES

Common causes and solutions for engine starting problems and loss of power.

DRIVE AND MOWER PERFORMANCE ISSUES

Diagnosing and fixing problems related to drive system and mower cut quality.

Schematics and Component Diagrams

TRACTOR WIRING DIAGRAM

A visual representation of the tractor's electrical system and component connections.

REPAIR PARTS DIAGRAMS

Diagrams showing locations of various tractor components with part references.

Component Parts Lists

ELECTRICAL AND CHASSIS PARTS

Lists of electrical, chassis, and enclosure parts with their corresponding part numbers.

GROUND DRIVE, STEERING, AND ENGINE PARTS

Parts lists for ground drive, steering, and engine components.

MOWER DECK AND TRANSAXLE PARTS

Parts lists for mower deck and Hydro Gear transaxle components.

Slope Operation Safety Guide

HOW TO USE THE SLOPE GUIDE

Instructions for using the provided guide to measure slope angles safely.

Sears Services and Support

REPAIR AND PARTS SERVICES

Contact information for various Sears repair and parts services.

PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS

Information on purchasing protection and maintenance agreements.

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