Craftsman 917.27499 manual Troubleshooting Chart, Cause

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

LOSSof power

Excessive vibration

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat with with attachment

clutch engaged

CAUSE

1.Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2.Throttle in "CHOKE" position.

3.Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4.Dirty air filter.

5.Low oil level/didy oil.

6.Faulty spark plug.

7.Dirty fuel filter.

8.Stale or dirty fuel.

9.Water in fuel.

10.Spark plug wire loose.

11 ,Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12,Didy/clogged muffler. 13,Loose or damaged wiring. 14,Carburetor out of

adjustment.

15,Engine valves out of adjustment.

1.Worn, bent or loose blade.

2.Bent blade mandrel.

3.Loose/damaged part(s).

1, Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

CORRECTION

1.Set in "Higher Cut" position/ reduce speed.

2.Adjust throttle control.

3.Clean underside of mower housing.

4.Clean/replace air filter.

5.Check oil _evel/change oil.

6.Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7.Replace fuel filter,

8.Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9.Drain fuel tank and carbure tor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10,Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11 .Clean engine air screen/fins. 12.Clean/replace muffler. 13.Check all wiring.

14.See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

15.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1.Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2.Replace blade mandrel.

3.Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged pads.

1.Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2.Mower deck not level.

i3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

,4. Bent blade mandrel.

5.Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup ot

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1.Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2.Level mower deck.

3.Clean underside of mower

housing.

4.Replace blade mandrel.

5.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

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Contents Icraftsmawi Limited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Stabilityof the machine General OperationII. Slope Operation While on the slope Follow the manufacturersrecommendaNl. Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator IV. ServiceMachine. Tall grass can hide obstacles Wash hands after handling Safety is InvolvedFront Product Specifications Gasoline 3.5 GallonsRC12YC Ground Speed ReverseMower SeatBefore Removing Tractor from Skid Tools Required for AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Tractor To Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonAdjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Install SeatPacking and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor Shoder Bolt Wheel Install Mower and Drive BeltMower suspension Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts ChecklistCheck Mower Levelness For best cutting results, mower should beAttachment Reverse Neutral Highlow Clutch Engaged NEOENG. ...OFFO,L.RESSUeLIG..SOO%..P TKnowyour Tractor Our tractors conform to the safety standardsTo Move Forward and BACK- Ward HOW to Useyourtractor To SET Parking BrakeStopping To USE Choke ControlTo Transport To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate Mower To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Towing Carts and Other AI-rACHMents Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level= Always operate engine at full throttle Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Operator Presence System BatteryBrake Operation TiresCheck Transaxle OIL Level BeltsEngine Lubrication Cleaning Clean AIR ScreenClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas To Service PRE.CLEANERTractor To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentMower Drive Belt Removal Recheck side-to-side adjustmentMower Drive Belt Installation Both Front Links Must be Equal LengthTo Adjust Brake Install Mower and DriveTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt DePulle Keeper Belt InstallationTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Sears or other qualified service centerRear Wheel To Remove Wheel for Repairs Front WheelReplacing BAI-IERY To Remove Hood and Grill AS Sembly To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseAcceleration Test To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor Final SetiingCylinders TractorEngine Fuelsystem EngineoilCause Correction ProblemCause Troubleshooting ChartCheck wiring and connec Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installedTurn switch on Light switchTtAGTOP.oDEL HU6-P9Lt,14990 Electrical Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO, no Description Tractor - Model NUM BERTRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.274990 Chassisandenclosures KEY Part NO. no TRACTOR- -MODEL Number Chassis and EnclosuresKEY Part Description TRACTOR- Model Numb ER Ground Drive KEY Part Description TRACTOR- Model NUM BER Ground DriveTRACTOR- Model Numb ER Steeringassembly TRACTOR- Model NUM BER Steeringassembly Spark Arrester KIT Tractor - Model Numb ER 917,274990 KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION TRACTOR- Model Numb ER Seat AssemblyIEY Part Description TRACTOR-- Model NumberDecals Wheels & TiresLift Assembly KEY Part TRACTOR- Model Number Lift AssemblyTransaxle 42GOR Nut 3/8-24Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather Crankcase HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERPage IGNITION/CHARGING KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Blower Housing & BafflesStarting System OIL PAN/LUB Rication KEY Part Description Starting SystemCranksha Fuel System KEY Part NO. no TRACTOR- Model NumberPage Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 179079 04.09.01 RH 1X-5,33-6937

917.27499 specifications

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