Craftsman 917.275632 manual Problem, Correction

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted into reverse

Engine continues to run when

operator leaves seat with attach- ment 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/dirty 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.Dirty/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.Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged.

1.Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

CORRECTION

1.Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2.Adjust throttle control.

3.Clean underside of mower housing.

4.Clean/replace air filter.

5.Check oil level/change oil.

6.Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7.Replace fuel filter.

8.Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

9.Empty fuel tank and carbure- tor, refill tank with fresh gas- oline 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 and Adjustments section.

15.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

1.Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

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

1.Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See Operation section.

1.Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected. contact Sears or other

qualified service center.

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

2.Mower deck not level.

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

4.Bent blade mandrel.

5.Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1.Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2.Level mower deck.

3.Clean underside of mower housing.

4.Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

5.Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

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Contents Crrftsmrn Limited Warranty on Battery Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentGeneral Operation IV, Towing Service Safe Handling of GasolineII. Slope Operation II1. ChildrenGeneral Service Repair Protection Agreements Customer ResponsibilitiesCheck Battery Adjust SeatUnpack Carton To Drive Tractor OFF Skid Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemFast Reverse Tractor To Move Forward and Backward To SET Parking BrakeTo USE Throttle Control StoppingTo Operate Mower Using the Reverse Operation SystemOperating in Reverse ROS onADD Gasoline MentsMowing Tips General Recommendations OATBlade Care Blade RemovalTo Sharpen Blade Battery Muffler Clean AIR ScreenEngine OIL Filter AIR FilterService or Adjustments To Install MowerTo Remove Mower To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Motion Drive Belt To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake To Check BrakeTo Remove Wheel for Repairs MentTo Remove Hood and Grill AS- Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysEngine To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Final SettingFuel System Engine OILCylinders Start Engine ProblemCause 3ORRECTIONCorrection ProblemOFF Problem CauseTractor - Model Number SchematicElectrical Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917,275632 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.275632 Chassis and EnclosuresPage 875 Tractor - Model Number 917,275632 Ground DriveSteering KEY Part Description Spark Arrester Optional EquipmentKEY Tractor - Model Number Seat AssemblyDecals Wheels & TiresKEY Part NO. no Tractor - Model Lift AssemblyTractor - Model Number 917,275632 Mower Deck 4oi€850857 Tractor - Model Number Mower DeckNumbers Here Description KEY Part NO. no144I 24o Manual 697127 Crankshaft Choke 690947 Seal-Oil KEY Part Description Page Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationYour Home

917.275632 specifications

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