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General| Brand | Craftsman |
|---|---|
| Model | 917.276340 |
| Category | Lawn Mower |
| Language | English |
Details the two-year warranty for riding equipment, covering defects in material or workmanship, with exclusions.
Outlines the 90-day warranty for the included battery, covering defects in material or workmanship.
Provides essential instructions for safe operation of the tractor, including pre-operation checks and general usage guidelines.
Details crucial safety precautions and techniques for operating the tractor on slopes to prevent tip-overs and loss of control.
Emphasizes the dangers children pose and the operator's responsibility to ensure their safety around the tractor.
Outlines safety recommendations for towing attachments with the tractor, including weight limits and slope considerations.
Provides essential safety guidelines for handling gasoline to prevent fire and explosion hazards.
Covers safety advice related to general maintenance, including keeping the machine clean, checking fasteners, and servicing safety devices.
Outlines the user's duties in maintaining the tractor and following safety rules for optimal performance and warranty validity.
Offers information on purchasing extended service and protection plans for the tractor.
Provides contact information for Sears installation services for major home items.
Lists the specific tools needed to complete the tractor's assembly process.
Provides instructions on how to safely unpack the tractor from its shipping carton.
Details steps to prepare the tractor for removal from the shipping skid, including attaching the steering wheel.
Instructs on checking and potentially charging the tractor's battery before initial use.
Guides the user on how to properly install and adjust the tractor seat for comfortable operation.
Explains the procedure for manually rolling the tractor off its shipping skid.
Provides instructions for safely driving the tractor off its shipping skid after assembly.
Details the steps for attaching the nose roller assembly to the mower deck.
Guides the user on how to assemble and set the gauge wheels on the mower deck for proper cutting height.
Outlines the process for installing the mower deck and connecting the drive belt system.
Advises on checking and adjusting tire pressure to the recommended levels for optimal performance.
Explains the importance of proper mower deck leveling for cutting performance.
Guides on verifying that all mower and drive belts are routed correctly around pulleys.
Recommends checking the tractor's brake system for proper adjustment and operation.
Provides a comprehensive checklist of items to review and confirm before operating the tractor for the first time.
Defines hazard symbols and their associated meanings to promote safe operation and prevent injury or damage.
Introduces the tractor's controls and adjustments, encouraging familiarization before operation.
Describes the function of various tractor controls, including the ammeter, ignition switch, throttle, and more.
Emphasizes the critical importance of wearing safety glasses during operation and maintenance to protect eyes from thrown objects.
Provides instructions on essential tractor functions like setting the parking brake, stopping, and using controls.
Explains the proper use of the throttle control for optimal engine and mower performance.
Details when and how to use the choke control for starting a cold engine.
Guides the user on operating the motion control lever for forward and backward movement.
Explains how to adjust the mower deck's cutting height using the designated knob.
Provides instructions on adjusting mower gauge wheels to prevent deck scalping and ensure proper terrain following.
Details the steps for engaging and operating the mower blades.
Explains how to safely disengage and stop the mower blades.
Describes the Reverse Operation System (ROS) and its usage, including warnings about mowing in reverse.
Offers critical safety advice and procedures for operating the tractor on slopes, including limitations and turning techniques.
Explains how to disengage the transmission for safely pushing or towing the tractor.
Provides guidelines for safely towing carts and other attachments behind the tractor.
Covers essential pre-start checks, including engine oil level and adding gasoline.
Offers instructions and precautions for adding gasoline to the tractor's fuel tank.
Details the procedures for starting the tractor's engine, including warm and cold weather starting.
Provides specific instructions for starting the engine in warm weather conditions.
Outlines the procedure for starting the engine in cold weather conditions.
Explains how to warm up the automatic transmission, especially in cold weather, for optimal performance.
Details the procedure for purging trapped air from the transmission before initial operation or after service.
Offers practical advice for efficient and effective mowing, including deck leveling, cutting patterns, and grass conditions.
A detailed chart outlining required maintenance tasks at specific hour intervals or time periods.
Illustrates lubrication points and specifies the type of grease required for various tractor components.
Provides overall advice on maintaining the tractor, emphasizing warranty coverage and periodic adjustments.
Lists essential checks to perform before operating the tractor each time for safety and readiness.
Covers general tractor maintenance aspects like brake operation, tire care, and operator presence systems.
Explains how to check and adjust the tractor's braking system for proper stopping performance.
Advises on maintaining proper tire pressure and protecting tires from damage.
Details the function and importance of the operator presence and reverse operation safety systems.
Provides specific checks to verify the correct operation of the operator presence sensing system.
Outlines how to test the functionality of the Reverse Operation System (ROS).
Offers guidance on maintaining mower blades, including sharpening and replacement.
Step-by-step instructions for safely removing mower blades for maintenance or replacement.
Provides instructions and precautions for sharpening mower blades, emphasizing balance.
Covers battery maintenance, charging, and cleaning of terminals to ensure reliable operation.
Advises on keeping the transaxle clean for proper cooling and preventing damage.
States that transaxle fluid maintenance is not typically required unless a leak occurs.
Guides on inspecting V-belts for wear and replacing them if necessary.
Details the recommended engine oil types, viscosity grades, and checking procedures.
Provides step-by-step instructions for draining and refilling the engine oil.
Explains how to service the air filter (pre-cleaner and cartridge) for optimal engine performance.
Advises on when to replace the engine oil filter.
Emphasizes the importance of keeping the air screen clean to prevent engine overheating.
Guides on cleaning cooling fins and shrouds to ensure proper engine cooling.
Recommends inspecting the muffler and spark arrester for corrosion and potential hazards.
Advises on replacing spark plugs at the beginning of the mowing season or after specific usage.
Explains the need to replace the in-line fuel filter seasonally or when clogged.
Covers general tractor servicing procedures.
Provides detailed instructions for safely removing the mower deck from the tractor.
Refers back to assembly instructions for reinstalling the mower deck.
Details the procedure for leveling the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.
Explains how to adjust the mower deck for side-to-side levelness.
Guides on adjusting the mower deck for front-to-back levelness, affecting cutting quality.
Covers the removal and installation process for the mower drive belt.
Provides instructions for correctly installing the mower drive belt onto the pulleys.
Explains how to adjust the electric clutch for proper engagement and stopping of mower blades.
Details procedures for checking and adjusting the tractor's brake system for safety.
Covers the removal and installation of the motion drive belt for the tractor's propulsion system.
Provides instructions for adjusting the steering wheel's alignment for straight-line tracking.
States that front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable and directs users to service centers for related issues.
Guides on removing front and rear wheels for tire repair or replacement.
Offers guidance on safely starting the tractor engine using jumper cables with a weak battery.
Provides instructions and safety precautions for replacing the tractor's battery.
Details the process for replacing a burnt-out headlight bulb.
Mentions the importance of checking wiring for interlocks and relays affecting tractor operation.
Explains how to locate and replace a blown fuse.
Provides instructions for removing the tractor's hood and grill assembly for access.
Explains how to check and adjust the throttle control cable for proper operation.
Details how to check and adjust the choke control cable for correct engine starting.
States that the carburetor is not user-adjustable and recommends professional service for issues.
Covers general storage preparation for the tractor itself, including cleaning and lubrication.
Offers specific advice on preparing the battery for storage to maintain its charge and prevent corrosion.
Details procedures for preparing the fuel system for storage to prevent gum deposits and fuel degradation.
Instructs on draining and refilling the engine oil before storage.
Guides on adding oil to the cylinders and replacing spark plugs for storage.
Provides additional storage tips, including fuel can maintenance and tractor covering.
Lists potential causes and corrections for the tractor failing to start.
Provides troubleshooting steps for when the tractor is difficult to start.
Addresses issues where the engine does not crank when the ignition key is turned.
Helps diagnose problems when the engine makes a clicking sound but won't start.
Offers solutions for scenarios where the tractor experiences a loss of power during operation.
Continues troubleshooting steps for loss of power, including cleaning and adjustments.
Provides causes and corrections for excessive vibration during tractor operation.
Addresses engine stalling issues related to shifting into reverse while attachments are engaged.
Troubleshoots the safety system failure where the engine doesn't shut off when the operator leaves the seat.
Offers solutions for problems resulting in an uneven or poor quality cut from the mower deck.
Helps diagnose why the mower blades are not rotating, checking for obstructions and belt issues.
Provides solutions for issues related to poor grass discharge, such as engine speed and deck leveling.
Guides on troubleshooting and fixing non-functional headlights.
Addresses problems related to the battery not charging, checking connections and components.
Troubleshoots issues causing a loss of drive, including freewheel control and belt problems.
Explains the cause and correction for the engine backfiring when shut off.
Details the different positions and circuits of the ignition switch.
Provides a note regarding the proper replacement of wiring insulated clips after servicing.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for various electrical components of the tractor.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for various chassis and enclosure components of the tractor.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for various components of the tractor's ground drive system.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for various components of the tractor's steering system.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for the tractor's seat assembly components.
Displays an exploded view of the tractor's wheels and tires for identification.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for the tractor's lift assembly components.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for the mower deck components.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for the tractor's transaxle components.
Illustrates the components included in the carburetor overhaul kit.
Illustrates the gaskets included in the carburetor gasket set.
Shows components related to engine replacement and associated kits.
Illustrates the components included in the engine gasket set.
Indicates the availability of a separate repair manual for the engine.
Illustrates the components included in the valve gasket set.
Lists part numbers and descriptions for the Briggs & Stratton engine components.
