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Craftsman 917.276813 User Manual

Craftsman 917.276813
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Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMI:IN°
LAWN TRACTOR
20 HP, 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.276813
Espahol, p. 33
_]] 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

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Craftsman 917.276813 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.276813
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

2-YEAR TRACTOR WARRANTY

Details the limited warranty coverage for the tractor over two years.

90-DAY BATTERY WARRANTY

Outlines the warranty coverage for the tractor battery for ninety days.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Provides essential safety instructions for operating the tractor in general.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Covers critical safety precautions for operating the tractor on slopes.

CHILD SAFETY

Addresses safety concerns and precautions regarding children around the tractor.

TOWING AND SERVICE SAFETY

Specifies safety guidelines for towing and handling gasoline during service.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Lists the owner's duties for maintaining the tractor and ensuring safe operation.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Information on purchasing service agreements for product repair and maintenance.

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

ASSEMBLY PREPARATION

Includes tools required, unpacking, and initial assembly steps like steering wheel and seat installation.

FINAL ASSEMBLY CHECKS

Includes checking the battery and procedures for safely removing the tractor from its shipping skid.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

PRE-OPERATION INSPECTIONS

Covers checks for tire pressure, deck leveling, belts, brakes, and a general operational checklist.

OPERATION OVERVIEW

UNDERSTANDING OPERATIONAL SYMBOLS

Explains the meaning of various symbols used on the tractor and in the manual.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

TRACTOR CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS

Details the function and location of major tractor controls, levers, and safety systems like ROS.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURES

Covers parking brake, stopping, throttle control, movement, and mower height adjustment.

MOWER OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENTS

MOWER ADJUSTMENTS AND OPERATION

Includes adjusting gauge wheels, operating mower blades, and using the Reverse Operation System (ROS).

OPERATING PROCEDURES

HILL OPERATION, TRANSPORT, AND ENGINE STARTING

Covers safe operation on hills, transport, and pre-start engine checks.

STARTING AND MOWING TIPS

ENGINE STARTING AND MOWING TECHNIQUES

Provides guidance on starting the engine in different weather and optimal mowing practices.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION

Outlines required maintenance tasks, lubrication points, and pre-use checks.

TRACTOR SERVICE AND CHECKS

BRAKE, TIRE, AND SAFETY SYSTEM CHECKS

Verifying the functionality of brakes, tires, and safety systems.

MOWER BLADE CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Instructions for maintaining sharp mower blades and safe removal/installation.

BATTERY AND ENGINE MAINTENANCE

BATTERY, TRANSAXLE, BELT, AND ENGINE OIL MAINTENANCE

Details maintenance for battery, transaxle cooling, V-belts, and engine oil changes.

ENGINE COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

ENGINE FILTER AND COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Instructions for servicing oil filter, air filter, air screen, and engine cooling system.

ENGINE PART REPLACEMENT AND CLEANING

MUFFLER, SPARK PLUG, FUEL FILTER, AND CLEANING

Guidance on replacing engine parts and general tractor cleaning procedures.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SERVICE SAFETY AND MOWER HANDLING

Covers safety precautions before service and steps for mower removal/installation.

MOWER HOUSING AND BELT SERVICE

MOWER LEVELING AND DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Instructions for adjusting mower deck leveling and replacing the blade drive belt.

BRAKE AND DRIVE BELT SERVICE

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT AND MOTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Procedures for adjusting the brake system and replacing the motion drive belt.

TRACTOR SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIRS

TRANSAXLE, STEERING, WHEEL SERVICE, AND WEAK BATTERY STARTING

Covers adjustments for transaxle, steering, wheel removal, and starting with a weak battery.

ELECTRICAL AND BATTERY SERVICE

BATTERY, LIGHTING, FUSE, AND HOOD SERVICE

Details battery replacement, headlight bulb/fuse replacement, and hood assembly service.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

THROTTLE CONTROL AND CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Instructions for adjusting the throttle cable and the engine's carburetor.

STORAGE PREPARATION GUIDELINES

TRACTOR, BATTERY, AND ENGINE STORAGE PREPARATION

Guidance on preparing the tractor, battery, and engine fuel system for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE STARTING

ENGINE STARTING AND IGNITION TROUBLESHOOTING

Diagnosing and correcting issues related to the engine not starting or being hard to start.

TROUBLESHOOTING PERFORMANCE AND CUTTING

POWER, VIBRATION, AND STALLING ISSUES

Resolving problems like loss of power, vibration, stalling, and poor cut quality.

MOWER CUTTING AND LEVELING ISSUES

Troubleshooting issues related to poor cut quality or uneven mowing.

TROUBLESHOOTING MOWER AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

BLADE, DISCHARGE, ELECTRICAL, AND ENGINE BACKFIRE TROUBLESHOOTING

Addressing issues with mower blades, grass discharge, lighting, battery charging, and engine backfiring.

SAFE SLOPE OPERATION GUIDE

SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

A visual guide to help users estimate slope angles for safe operation.

SERVICE AND SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION

SEARS REPAIR AND SUPPORT CONTACTS

Information on Sears services for in-home repair, parts, and support contacts.

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