Craftsman 917.273180 manual Install Mulcher Plate, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

(If previously removed)

1.Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

2.Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

3.Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

4.Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

Mulcher

DeflectorPlate

Shield

Latch

Hooks

_k CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower.

TO CONVERTTO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulching blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn howto operate yourtrac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual.

o/CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist: •/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

4Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly

clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in "transmission engaged" position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper- ating condition.

/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See 'q'O START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS- MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents JCRnFTSMANI Limited Warranty on Battery StorageGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationDo not IV. ServiceIII. Children Page Repair Protection Product SpecificationsSears Installation Service AgreementsOil Drain To Remove Tractor from Carton HOW to SET UP Your TractorBefore Removing Tractor from Skid Attach Steering Wheel Check Battery Function of controlsCheck Deck Levelness Install Mulcher PlateCheck Brake System H L I\1 Motion Control Know Your TractorFreewheel Control Stopping Mower Blades HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake To Move Forward and BackwardTo Operate on Hills To Adjust GaugewheelsTo Operate Mower To TransportCheck Engine OIL Level Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsBefore Starting the Engine ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Tractor Engine AIR Filter Tractor To Install MowerTo Remove Mower Belt Installation To Level MowerhousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check Brake To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing BatteryTo Remove CABLES, Reverse Qrder Interlocks and RelaysEngine To Adjustthroifle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor Acceleration TestEngine Fuel System BatteryTractor Engine OILCause Troubleshooting ChartProblem CorrectionCause Troubleshooting ChartProblem CorrectionTroubleshooting Chart Blades improperlyinstalled 10oImproper blades usedPage Tractor - Model Number Schematic Regu *ORTractor - Model Number Electrical Tractor - Model Number 917,273180 Electrical KEY Part DescriptionTractor -- Model Number 917.273180 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.273180 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part NO, NO.DESCRIPTIONTractor - Model Number 917.273180 Steering Assembly Tractor -- Model Number 917,273180 Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number Engine Optional EquipmentTractor - Model Number 917.273180 Seat Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONDecals Tractor - Model NumberWheels & Tires Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 13 \Tractor - Model Number Mowerdeck Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck€o111 Spacer Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather J Crankcas Crankcase Cyunder HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER Ignitionielectricali Blowerhousing & Baffles OIL PAN I Lubrication Control,speedassembly Crankshaft J Exhaust Fuel System Fuel System Crankshaft KEY Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Ears