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Craftsman 917.276911 User Manual

Craftsman 917.276911
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Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMIIN°
GARDEN TRACTOR
26.0 HP, 54" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.276911
Espahol, p. 35
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before start the
you
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, Mort - 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 917.276911 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.276911
CategoryLawn Mower
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Positions6
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side Discharge CapabilityYes
Cutting Height1.25 to 3.75 inches
Drive SystemRear-wheel drive

Summary

WARRANTY

2-YEAR ON TRACTOR

Covers defects in material or workmanship for the tractor within two years from the date of purchase.

90-DAYS ON BATTERY

Covers defects in material or workmanship for the battery within ninety days from the date of purchase.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Provides essential instructions for safe operation of the tractor, covering general usage guidelines.

SLOPE OPERATION

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

CHILDREN

Highlights safety risks associated with children around the operating tractor and necessary precautions.

TOWING

Outlines safety guidelines and recommendations for towing attachments with the tractor.

SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

Provides essential safety information and precautions for handling gasoline, including fire and explosion risks.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Familiarizes the user with the tractor's controls and adjustments through diagrams and labels.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Provides instructions on how to operate various functions of the tractor.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Detailed steps on how to properly set the parking brake on the tractor.

STOPPING MOWER BLADES

Instructions for safely stopping the mower blades, including disengaging the clutch.

GROUND DRIVE

Procedures for stopping the tractor's ground movement, including pedal and gearshift operations.

ENGINE

Steps for safely shutting down the tractor's engine, including throttle and ignition key usage.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL

Guidance on using the throttle control for optimal engine speed and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL

Instructions on when and how to use the choke control for starting a cold engine.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Explains how to control the tractor's movement using the gearshift lever.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

Steps for adjusting the mower deck to the desired cutting height for lawn maintenance.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Instructions on adjusting mower gauge wheels for proper deck leveling and scalping prevention.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Steps for operating the mower attachment, including engaging and disengaging blades.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Explanation and operation of the Reverse Operation System (ROS) for mowing in reverse.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety guidelines and procedures for operating the tractor on slopes, including angle limitations.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Procedure for checking the engine oil level and adding oil if necessary.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A schedule outlining routine maintenance tasks for the tractor and engine based on usage hours and seasons.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Will not start

Diagnoses common causes and provides corrections for when the tractor engine fails to start.

Hard to start

Identifies reasons for difficult engine starting and offers solutions for improvement.

Engine will not turn over

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine does not crank or turn over when the ignition is activated.

Engine clicks but will not start

Addresses issues where the engine makes clicking sounds but fails to start, often battery or starter related.

Loss of power

Diagnoses causes for reduced engine power and suggests corrective actions.

Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse

Troubleshooting steps for instances where the engine shuts off when shifting into reverse.

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

Addresses safety system failures where the engine does not shut off when the operator leaves the seat.

Poor cut - uneven

Troubleshooting guide for uneven or poor quality lawn cutting performance.

Mower blades will not rotate

Diagnoses reasons why the mower blades are not spinning and provides corrective actions.

Poor grass discharge

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to inadequate grass clippings discharge during mowing.

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