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Craftsman 917.275685 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275685
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
24 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275685
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 prn, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.275685 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.275685
CategoryLawn Mower
Cutting Width21 inches
Drive TypeSelf-Propelled
Deck MaterialSteel
Engine TypeBriggs & Stratton
Height Adjustment6 positions
TypeGas-powered push mower

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty on Riding Equipment

Details the two-year warranty on riding equipment for defects in material or workmanship.

Limited Warranty on Battery

Outlines the ninety-day warranty for defective batteries included with the equipment.

Safety Rules

Safety Rules (Continued)

Slope Operation Safety

Safety procedures for operating the tractor on slopes to prevent tip-overs and loss of control.

Child Safety

Safety measures to protect children from potential hazards associated with tractor operation.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Tractor Operation Basics

Using Your Tractor Controls

Mower Operation

Reverse Operation System (ROS)

Explanation and usage of the Reverse Operation System.

Operation Guidelines

Operating on Hills

Critical safety guidelines for operating the tractor on slopes.

Engine Starting Procedures

Transmission and Mowing

Purging the Transmission

Procedure to purge trapped air from the transmission before operation.

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication

Tractor Maintenance and Safety Systems

Operator Presence and ROS Systems

Overview and checks for the operator presence and ROS safety systems.

Tractor Component Maintenance

Engine Maintenance

Changing Engine Oil and Filter

Step-by-step guide for draining and refilling engine oil and replacing the filter.

Engine Component Care

Service and Adjustments Overview

Tractor Steering and Battery Service

Starting with a Weak Battery

Procedure for starting the tractor with a weak battery using jumper cables.

Replacing the Tractor Battery

Instructions for safely replacing the tractor battery.

Troubleshooting: Engine Start and Power Issues

Engine Not Starting or Hard to Start

Causes and solutions for engine starting problems.

Engine Not Turning Over or Clicking

Troubleshooting for engine crank issues and clicking sounds.

Loss of Engine Power

Reasons and fixes for reduced engine power.

Troubleshooting: Performance and Cut Quality

Engine Power Loss and Vibration Issues

Further causes for power loss and solutions for excessive vibration.

Engine Stalling and Poor Cut Quality

Diagnosing engine stalls and fixes for uneven grass cutting.

Troubleshooting: Drive, Lights, and Blades

Mower Blade and Drive Issues

Causes and solutions when mower blades won't rotate or drive is lost.

Ground Drive System Parts

Ground Drive System Parts List

Engine Parts Diagram

Mower Deck Parts Diagram

Mower Deck Parts List

Peerless Transaxle Parts Diagram

Peerless Transaxle Parts List

Briggs Engine Parts Diagram

Briggs Engine Parts List

Briggs Engine Replacement Parts

Briggs Engine Parts List (Continued)

Slope Sighting Guide

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