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Craftsman 917.275764 User Manual

Craftsman 917.275764
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.275764
[_ his 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 917.275764 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.275764
CategoryLawn Mower
Engine Type4-Cycle
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Power6.75 HP
Cutting Width21 inches
Deck MaterialSteel
Fuel TypeGasoline
Oil Capacity20 oz
Weight80 lbs
TypeWalk-Behind
Drive SystemSelf-propelled

Summary

Warranty

Safety Rules

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY GUIDELINES

Provides general safety instructions and guidelines for operating the tractor.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Covers critical safety precautions and procedures for operating the tractor on slopes.

CHILDREN SAFETY RISKS

Highlights safety risks associated with children around the operating tractor.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Operation

OPERATOR SAFETY SYMBOLS DEFINITIONS

Defines hazard alert symbols and their meanings for safety.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

Introduces the tractor's controls and adjustments for familiarization.

ADJUSTING MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Guide to adjusting the mower deck to the desired cutting height.

OPERATING THE TRACTOR ON HILLS

Critical safety and operational procedures for mowing on slopes.

STARTING THE TRACTOR ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine in various conditions.

Mowing Tips

Maintenance

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

A schedule outlining regular maintenance tasks and their frequency.

OPERATOR PRESENCE & ROS SYSTEM CHECKS

Instructions for ensuring the operator presence and ROS systems function correctly.

MOWER BLADE CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Guidelines for caring for mower blades, including replacement and sharpening.

ENGINE OIL LUBRICATION GUIDELINES

Guidance on selecting and using engine oil based on temperature.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for changing the engine oil.

Service and Adjustments

LEVELING THE MOWER HOUSING PROCEDURE

Detailed procedure for leveling the mower housing side-to-side and front-to-back.

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE BRAKE SYSTEM

Steps to check and adjust the tractor's brake system for proper stopping.

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT FOR MOTION CONTROL LEVER

Procedure to adjust the neutral position of the motion control lever.

ATTACHING JUMPER CABLES FOR STARTING

Step-by-step instructions for jump-starting the tractor battery.

REPLACING THE TRACTOR BATTERY PROCEDURE

Detailed procedure for replacing the tractor battery.

Engine

ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR FOR PERFORMANCE

Detailed instructions for adjusting the engine's carburetor for optimal performance.

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE PARTS LIST

List of engine parts with key numbers and descriptions.

Storage

ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM STORAGE PREPARATION

Steps for preparing the engine and fuel system for storage.

Troubleshooting

ENGINE WILL NOT START ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for the engine not starting.

ENGINE HARD TO START ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for the engine being difficult to start.

ENGINE WILL NOT TURN OVER ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections when the engine fails to crank.

ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections when the engine only clicks.

LOSS OF ENGINE POWER ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for the tractor experiencing a loss of power.

CONTINUED LOSS OF ENGINE POWER

Continues troubleshooting steps for loss of engine power.

EXCESSIVE VIBRATION ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for excessive vibration.

ENGINE DIES WHEN SHIFTING TO REVERSE

Lists causes and corrections when the engine shuts off in reverse.

ENGINE RUNS WHEN OPERATOR LEAVES SEAT

Lists causes and corrections if the engine doesn't stop when the operator leaves the seat.

POOR OR UNEVEN CUT QUALITY ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for an uneven or poor quality cut.

MOWER BLADES WILL NOT ROTATE ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections if the mower blades fail to spin.

POOR GRASS DISCHARGE ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for issues with grass discharge.

BATTERY NOT CHARGING ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for the battery not charging.

LOSS OF DRIVE POWER ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for the tractor losing drive power.

ENGINE BACKFIRE WHEN SHUT OFF ISSUES

Lists causes and corrections for engine backfiring when turned off.

Ground Drive

Steering Assembly

Lift Assembly

Mower Deck

MOWER DECK COMPONENTS DIAGRAM

Exploded view diagram of the mower deck components.

MOWER DECK PARTS LIST

List of mower deck parts with key numbers and descriptions.

Peerless Transaxle

Briggs & Stratton Engine

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE DIAGRAM

Exploded view diagram of the Briggs & Stratton engine components.

BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE COMPONENTS LIST

Lists carburetor overhaul and gasket set components.

Slope Operation Guide

SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Instructions for using a guide to assess slope angles for safe operation.

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