Craftsman 917.275031 owner manual

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The attachments and ground drive can "now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute

using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below)

7.When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

The attachments can be used during

the engine warm-up period and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to

be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWlNGTIPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor.

Mower should be properly leveled for

best mowing performance. See =TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

Use the runner on the right side of the mower as a guide. The blade cuts approximately an inch outside the runner.

The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have

the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribu-

tion of clippings and more uniform cutting.

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished.

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and

possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by

selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain ahd give best performance of the attachment being used.

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Contents Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm, Mon Sat SEARS, Roebuck and CO., Hoffman ESTATES, ILLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery This Warranty does not coverDo not General Operation II. SlopeNever carry children. They may fall off IV. ServiceIII. Children Page Repair Agreement Product SpecificationsCapacity Unleaded Repair Agreement is available on thisSteering 2Flanged PinsSeat Washer 17/32 x %3/16 x 12 Gauge Mower Retainer Spdngs Etainer SpringsHowto SET Upyourtractor Check Battery Tools Required for AssemblyTo Removetractor from Unpack CartonInstall Seat Checktire Pressure Install Mower and Drive BeltRetainer Spring Outward pointing Deck pins Loop Up Check Mower Levelness ChecklistCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemATrACHMENT Lift Lever Parking Brake Shift Lever KnowyourtractorLift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Control Howto To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightUseyourtractor To SET Parking BrakeTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Stop Mower Blades To Operate on HillsBefore Startingthe Engine Check Engine OIL Level Towing Carts and Other Attach MentsADD Gasoline To Start EnginePage General Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Tie Rod Ball Joints ZerkBrake Operation BatteryTires Operator Presence SystemTransaxle Cooling BeltsCheck Transaxle OIL Level To Change Engine OILClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AIR ScreenTo Service PRE-CLEANER CleaningTo Level Mower Housing To Install MowerSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Remove MowerTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt Removal FRONT-TO-BACK AdjustmentBoth Front Links Must be Equal Length To Adjust Brake To Adjust Attachment ClutchTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt Sway Bar Bracket Idler PulleyFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Belt RemovalReplacing Battery To Start Engine with Aweak BatteryTo Remove Wheel for Repairs Front Wheel Rear WheelEngine Preliminary Setting To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor Engine Fuel System TractorEngineoil CylindersProblem Troubleshooting ChartCause CorrectionReplace blade. Tighten blade bolt Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mowerNot rotatemechanism Battery will NotLow/uneven tire air pressure Place Throttle controlTRACTOR-- Model Number SchematicTRACTOR-- Model NUMBER917.275031 Electrical Eiectrical TRACTOR-- Model NUMBER917,275031Chassis and Enclosures TRACTOR-- Model NUMBER917.275031KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION TRACTOR-- Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresTRACTOR-- Model Number Ground Drive TRACTOR- Model Number Ground Drive TRACTOR-- Model Number Steering Assembly TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.275031 Steeringassembly Spark Arrester KIT J TRACTOR- Model NumberTRACTOR.. Model Number Seat AssemblyDecals Tractor - Model NumberWheels &TIRES LiFT Assembly Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number 917,275031Mower Deck Transaxle KEY Part NO. no XI-7 Description KEY PartBlower Housing and Raffles J Not Illustrated KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONKohler ENGINE-MODEL Number CV674, Type Number =-aiINO. NO. Description Crankshaft J Exhaust Fuel System J Crankshaft Fuel System KEY Part Description Page Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Guide Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation1888SU-HOGAR Parapedirsewiciodere800YERMC