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Craftsman 917 User Manual

Craftsman 917
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A(_Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!H BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR
_FETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always
disconnect spark plug wire and place wire
_ere it cannot contact spark plug.
CAUTION; Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
,_YwOUr tractor.
ARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS
CAPACITY UNLEADED
AND TYPE: REGULAR
OILTYPE SAE 30
API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY: 3.0PINTS
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION
GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR J19LM
VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"
ADJUSTMENT EXHAUST: .007"-.009"
GROUND FORWARD: 5.5
SPEED(MPH): REVERSE: 2.4
TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI
PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI
CHARGING 3AMPS BATTERY
SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30
MIN. CCA: 240
CASE SIZE:U1R
BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS
TORQUE:
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase
of a new Tractor. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact
your nearest authorized service center/
department.
We have competent, wel!-trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or
repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
REPAIR AGREEMENT
A Repair Agreement is available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears store
for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
ing, caring for and using your tractor.
Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_,WARNING: This tractor is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest authorized service
center/department (See REPAIR PARTS
section of this manual).
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Craftsman 917 Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Cutting Width21 inches
Weight80 lbs
Mulching CapabilityYes
Bagging CapabilityYes
Side DischargeYes
Cutting Height1.25 to 3.75 inches
Drive SystemSelf-propelled

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