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Craftsman 917.289244 User Manual

Craftsman 917.289244
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Operator's Manual
1
®
LAW TRACTO
21.0 HR* 46" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28924
EspaSol, p. 33
03070
This 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, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer
435018 Rev. 1

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Craftsman 917.289244 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.289244
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Craftsman Lawn Tractor Overview

Important Safety Reminder

Crucial safety instructions before operating the equipment.

Warranty Information

Craftsman Full Warranty Details

Explains the two-year warranty for riding equipment and five-year for frame/axle.

Safety Rules and General Operation

General Operation Safety Guidelines

Instructions for safe operation, handling of objects, and operator responsibilities.

Critical Safety Warnings

Dangers and warnings (DANGER, WARNING) regarding operation, chemicals, and battery.

Safety Rules: Slopes, Children, Towing, and Fuel

Slope Operation Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation on inclines to prevent accidents.

Children, Towing, and Gasoline Safety

Rules for children's safety, towing, and handling gasoline.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Tools and Initial Tractor Setup

Required tools for assembly and initial tractor unpacking/setup.

Pre-Operation Checks and Checklist

Pre-Operation Checklist

A comprehensive list of items to verify before operating the tractor.

Operation: Controls and Symbols

Hazard Alert Symbols and Meanings

Identifies DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION symbols and their meanings.

Know Your Tractor Controls

Control Identification and Function

Detailed explanation of each control lever, switch, and pedal.

Operation: Movement and Mower Settings

Adjusting Mower Cutting Height and Gauge Wheels

Steps to set cutting height and adjust mower deck gauge wheels.

Operating and Stopping the Mower

How to engage, operate, and disengage the mower blades safely.

Operation: Reverse, Hills, and Transport

Reverse Operation System (ROS)

How to use and enable reverse operation with the attachment engaged.

Operating on Hills and Transporting

Safety guidelines for slopes and procedures for transporting the tractor.

Engine Preparation and Starting Procedures

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Service and Adjustments: Mower Removal and Installation

Service and Adjustments: Mower Attachment Procedures

Service and Adjustments: Mower Leveling

Mower Deck Leveling Adjustments

Detailed steps for adjusting deck side-to-side and front-to-back.

Front-to-Back Deck Adjustment

Specific procedure for setting the front of the deck lower than the rear.

Service and Adjustments: Belts, Brakes, and Wheels

Service and Adjustments: Wheels, Battery, and Jump-Starting

Component Replacement and Engine Adjustments

Storage Procedures

Troubleshooting: Starting Issues

Engine Will Not Start or Is Hard to Start

Common causes and corrections for an engine that won't start or is difficult to start.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Solutions for when the engine starter motor does not engage.

Troubleshooting: Power, Vibration, and Cutting Issues

Engine Power Loss and Vibration Problems

Diagnosing issues with engine power loss, excessive vibration, and safety system faults.

Troubleshooting: Mower and Electrical Issues

Mower Blades and Grass Discharge Problems

Reasons why mower blades may not spin or grass discharge is poor.

Troubleshooting: Drive and Engine Operation Issues

Loss of Drive and Engine Backfiring

Causes and solutions for the tractor losing drive or engine backfiring.

Safe Slope Operation Guide