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Craftsman 917.277131 User Manual

Craftsman 917.277131
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Owner's Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
13.5 HP, 38" Mower
Electric Start
5 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.277131
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, 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 917.277131 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.277131
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

Explains warranty terms for riding equipment, including parts and labor.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

Details warranty coverage for the tractor's battery, including replacement terms.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Provides essential instructions for operating the tractor safely during normal use.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Outlines critical safety precautions for operating the tractor on slopes.

CHILD SAFETY

Addresses safety concerns and precautions regarding children around the tractor.

SERVICE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Covers safety measures to follow when performing service or maintenance on the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED

Lists the necessary tools for assembling the tractor components.

TRACTOR UNPACKING AND SKID REMOVAL

Instructions on unpacking the tractor and removing it from its shipping skid.

STEERING WHEEL AND SEAT INSTALLATION

Detailed steps for attaching the steering wheel and installing the seat.

BATTERY CHECK AND SKID REMOVAL

Guide on checking the battery and procedures for rolling or driving the tractor off the skid.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Checks for tire pressure, deck levelness, belts, and brake system before operation.

FINAL ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST

A final checklist to ensure all pre-operation tasks are completed successfully.

OPERATION

SYMBOL AND HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Explains the meaning of tractor symbols and hazard indicators like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

Familiarizes the user with the tractor's controls and their functions.

OPERATING THE TRACTOR

Guides on using the parking brake, throttle, and moving the tractor forward/backward.

STOPPING PROCEDURES

Detailed steps for safely stopping mower blades, ground drive, and the engine.

MOWING GUIDELINES

Advice for optimal mowing performance, cutting patterns, and grass conditions.

SLOPE AND TRANSPORTATION SAFETY

Crucial safety guidelines for operating the tractor on slopes and safely transporting it.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE AND FUELING

Essential checks before starting the engine, including oil level and proper fueling.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Detailed instructions for starting the engine in various weather conditions.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION

A schedule outlining maintenance tasks, intervals, and lubrication points.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS AND PRE-USE CHECKS

General advice for maintenance and daily checks before operation.

TRACTOR AND BLADE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for tractor chassis, brakes, tires, operator presence system, and blade care.

BATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Guidance on battery maintenance, charging, and general care.

TRANSAXLE COOLING AND V-BELTS

Ensuring transaxle cooling and checking V-belts for wear.

ENGINE OIL AND AIR FILTER SERVICE

Details on engine lubrication, changing oil, and servicing the air filter.

ENGINE COMPONENTS MAINTENANCE

Maintenance for air screen, cooling system, muffler, spark plug, and fuel filter.

TRACTOR CLEANING

General cleaning procedures for the tractor's exterior and components.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SERVICE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Critical safety steps to take before performing any service or adjustments on the tractor.

MOWER DECK SERVICE

Instructions for removing and installing the mower deck assembly.

MOWER HOUSING LEVELING

Procedures for adjusting mower housing for side-to-side and front-to-back levelness.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Steps for replacing the mower blade drive belt and motion drive belt.

BRAKE SYSTEM CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT

Procedures for checking and adjusting the tractor's brake system.

STEERING AND BATTERY SERVICE

Adjusting steering alignment, jump-starting with a weak battery, and front wheel alignment.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SERVICE

Service for battery cables, headlights, fuse, hood, and throttle cable adjustment.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

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

STORAGE PROCEDURES

TRACTOR AND ENGINE PREPARATION FOR STORAGE

Steps for preparing the tractor, fuel system, and engine for storage.

BATTERY AND OTHER STORAGE TIPS

Proper procedures for storing the battery and other general storage considerations.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE STARTING AND CRANKING ISSUES

Common causes and corrections for engine start failures and cranking problems.

ENGINE POWER, VIBRATION, AND CUTTING QUALITY

Diagnosing and resolving issues with loss of power, vibration, and poor mowing cut.

MOWER AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ISSUES

Troubleshooting mower operation, grass discharge, headlights, and battery charging.

SCHEMATIC AND ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM

A detailed diagram showing the tractor's electrical system connections.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

ELECTRICAL PARTS DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of electrical components with part numbers.

ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST

A list of electrical parts with their corresponding part numbers and descriptions.

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of chassis and enclosure parts.

CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PARTS LIST

A list of chassis and enclosure parts with numbers and descriptions.

GROUND DRIVE SYSTEM

GROUND DRIVE SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of the ground drive system components.

GROUND DRIVE PARTS LIST

A list of ground drive system parts with numbers and descriptions.

STEERING SYSTEM

STEERING SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of the steering system components.

STEERING SYSTEM PARTS LIST

A list of steering system parts with numbers and descriptions.

ENGINE COMPONENTS (Briggs & Stratton)

ENGINE PARTS DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of engine components.

CARBURETOR COMPONENTS DIAGRAM

Diagram and parts for the engine's carburetor assembly.

ENGINE PARTS LIST

List of engine parts with numbers and descriptions.

ENGINE PARTS LIST CONTINUED

Additional list of engine parts with numbers and descriptions.

SEAT ASSEMBLY

SEAT ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of the seat assembly components.

DECALS AND WHEELS/TIRES

DECALS PARTS LIST

List of decals with part numbers and descriptions.

WHEELS AND TIRES PARTS LIST

List of wheels and tires with part numbers and descriptions.

LIFT ASSEMBLY

LIFT ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of the lift assembly components.

MOWER DECK

MOWER DECK DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of mower deck components.

MOWER DECK PARTS LIST

List of mower deck parts with numbers and descriptions.

DANA TRANSAXLE MODEL D4360-139

TRANSAXLE DIAGRAM

Exploded view illustration of the Dana transaxle components.

TRANSAXLE PARTS LIST

List of Dana transaxle parts with numbers and descriptions.

SLOPE OPERATION GUIDE

SAFE SLOPE OPERATION

Visual guide and instructions for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

SEARS SERVICE AND SUPPORT

IN-HOME REPAIRS AND PARTS

Information on scheduling in-home repairs and ordering parts.

CARRY-IN REPAIRS AND PARTS

Information on finding local Sears repair centers for carry-in services.

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Details on purchasing protection or maintenance agreements.

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