Craftsman 917.27499 manual Towing Carts and Other AI-rACH, Ments, ADD Gasoline, To Start Engine

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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'I-rACH-

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with

specificationsof the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing.

Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. "13rescan lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

1.Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

2.Unthread and remove oil fill cap/ dipstick;wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached.

Do not overfill.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oilfor easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte- nance section of this manual).

•To change engine ell, see the Mainte- nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gaseline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in

quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below 32°F(O°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

_,WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. ACAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

When starling the engine forthe f_ time or if the engine has run out of fuel, _tw_lltake extra crankJr_ timeto move fuel from the tankto the engine.

1.Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

2.Piece gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

3.Move attachment clutch to "DISEN-

GAGED" position.

4.Move throttle COntrolto fast position

5.Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control

may not be needed.

NO'I'£:Before starting, read the warm and cold sta_ng procedures belc_v.

6.Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position end

release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

7.When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. 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.

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Contents Icraftsmawi Limited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery General Operation II. Slope OperationWhile on the slope Follow the manufacturersrecommenda Stabilityof the machineNl. Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator IV. ServiceMachine. Tall grass can hide obstacles Safety is Involved Wash hands after handlingProduct Specifications Gasoline 3.5 Gallons RC12YC Ground SpeedReverse FrontSeat MowerTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidAdjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Install SeatPacking and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor Install Mower and Drive Belt Mower suspensionCheck Tire Pressure Shoder Bolt WheelChecklist Check Mower LevelnessFor best cutting results, mower should be Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsNEOENG. ...OFFO,L.RESSUeLIG..SOO%..P T Attachment Reverse Neutral Highlow Clutch EngagedOur tractors conform to the safety standards Knowyour TractorHOW to Useyourtractor To SET Parking Brake StoppingTo USE Choke Control To Move Forward and BACK- WardTo Adjust Gauge Wheels To Operate MowerTo Operate on Hills To TransportTowing Carts and Other AI-rACH MentsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips = Always operate engine at full throttleGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Battery Brake OperationTires Operator Presence SystemCheck Transaxle OIL Level BeltsEngine Lubrication Clean AIR Screen Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasTo Service PRE.CLEANER CleaningTo Install Mower To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment TractorRecheck side-to-side adjustment Mower Drive Belt InstallationBoth Front Links Must be Equal Length Mower Drive Belt RemovalTo Adjust Brake Install Mower and DriveTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt Belt Installation To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentSears or other qualified service center DePulle KeeperRear Wheel To Remove Wheel for Repairs Front WheelReplacing BAI-IERY To Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Replace Fuse To Remove Hood and Grill AS SemblyTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorFinal Setiing Acceleration TestTractor Engine FuelsystemEngineoil CylindersProblem Cause CorrectionTroubleshooting Chart CauseMower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Turn switch onLight switch Check wiring and connecTtAGTOP.oDEL HU6-P9Lt,14990 Tractor - Model Number ElectricalTractor - Model NUM BER KEY Part NO, no DescriptionTRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.274990 Chassisandenclosures KEY Part NO. no TRACTOR- -MODEL Number Chassis and EnclosuresKEY Part Description TRACTOR- Model Numb ER Ground Drive TRACTOR- Model NUM BER Ground Drive KEY Part DescriptionTRACTOR- Model Numb ER Steeringassembly TRACTOR- Model NUM BER Steeringassembly Spark Arrester KIT Tractor - Model Numb ER 917,274990 TRACTOR- Model Numb ER Seat Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONTRACTOR-- Model Number DecalsWheels & Tires IEY Part DescriptionLift Assembly TRACTOR- Model Number Lift Assembly KEY PartTransaxle Nut 3/8-24 42GORCylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CrankcasePage Blower Housing & Baffles IGNITION/CHARGING KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONStarting System Starting System OIL PAN/LUB Rication KEY Part DescriptionCranksha TRACTOR- Model Number Fuel System KEY Part NO. noPage Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 1X-5,33-6937 179079 04.09.01 RH

917.27499 specifications

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