Craftsman 917.27306 AIR Filter, To Service PRE-CLEANER, To Service Cartridge, Spark Plugs

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CLEANAIR INTAKE/COOLINGAREAS

Toinsurepropercooling,makesurethe grassscreen,coolingfins, and other

external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and extemal surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every

100hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

•Loosen knob and remove cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car- tridge.

Foam Cartridge

proper position around stud. Replace if necessary.

•Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut.

•Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure

by tightening knob.

ENGINE OIL RLTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or with every second oil change if the trac- tor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arraster (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure- tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel

line with arrow pointing towards carbu- retor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are propedy positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- line.

Rubber

Seal

Knob

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use preasudzed air, as this will damage the cartddge.

•Remove nut and cartridge plate.

•R_n_sta-II the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

•Check rubber seal for damage and

CLEANING

of all foreign matter.

i lean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- tor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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917.27306 specifications

The Craftsman 917.27306 is a standout lawn mower known for its reliability, performance, and advanced features. This gas-powered, walk-behind mower is designed for homeowners who demand quality and efficiency in their lawn care routine.

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In summary, the Craftsman 917.27306 is a reliable and feature-rich lawn mower that caters to the needs of homeowners. Its powerful engine, self-propelling design, adjustable cutting height, and efficient mulching system make it an ideal choice for maintaining a beautiful lawn with minimal effort. With its combination of performance, technology, and user-friendly features, the Craftsman 917.27306 stands out as an excellent investment for lawn care enthusiasts.
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