Craftsman 917.27631 To Start Engine with Aweak BAT- Tery, To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment

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Clutching Flat

Clutchin

TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BAT- TERY

Engine Belt Kee

eper

_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

Transaxle

Twists Belt

Pulley

If your battery is too weak to start the

engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

Keeper

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL -

1.Block up axle securely.

2.Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.

3.Repair tire and reassemble.

4.Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

5.Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

1.Block rear axle securely.

2.Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

3.Repair tire and reassemble. Replace

and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts

dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Retaining Washers

Ring

X

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Axle Cover \

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TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

this manual).

If "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

1.Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

2.Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

3.Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE

ORDER -

1.BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

2.RED cable last from both batteries.

Weak or Dead Fully Charged

BatteryBattery

REPLACING BATTERY

_WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1.Lift hood to raised position.

2.Remove terminal guard.

3.Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully

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Contents ICHFT=MeN Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation Service Safe Handling of Gasoline II. Slope OperationII1. Children IV. TowingGeneral Service Product Specifications Sears Installation ServiceCustomer Responsibilities Repair Protection AgreementsCheck Battery Adjust SeatTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonChecklist To Drive Tractor OFF SkidChecktire Pressure Check Deck Levelness===m Know YOU R Tractor LeverLift Lever LightTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height Howto UseyourtractorStopping To SET Parking BrakeTo Adjust Gauge Wheels Using the Reverse Operation SystemTo Operate Mower Reverse Operation System ROSBefore Starting the Engine To TransportCheck Engine OIL Level Mowing Tips Chart General RecommendationsBefore Each USE Check engine oil level Check brake operationTractor Brake OperationTires Operator Presence SystemBattery EngineTransaxle Cooling Check Transaxle OIL LevelClean AIR Screen AIR FilterMuffler Cleaning Vice or AdjustmentsFlanged Pins TractorTo Install Mower To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment FRONT-TO-BACK AdjustmentBoth Front Plate Links Must be Equal in Length To Replace Mower Drive BeltMower Drive Belt Removal To Replace Mower Blade SEC Ondary Drive Belt To Adjust Attachment Clutch To Check and Adjust BrakeLocknut With parking brake EngagedTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Replacing BatteryTo Start Engine with Aweak BAT- Tery To Remove Wheel for Repairs Front WheelTo Adjustthrottle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseTo Adjust Carburetor Fully charge the battery for storage Fuel SystemEngine OIL CylindersTroubleshooting Chart ProblemHard to start Engine will not turn over CauseProblem Cause 3ORRECTIONWhen turning engine OFF Mower blades willNot rotate CorrectionSchematic TRACTOR- Model NumberTractor - Model Number ElectricalKEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures TRACTOR- Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive TRACTOR- Model Number Ground Drive 7563RTractor - Model Number Steering Assembly TRACTOR- Model Number Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. no21 J Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly KEY PartDescription Decals WheelsLift Assembly 121006X Red Asm,, LeverTractor - Model Number Mower Deck TRACTOR- Model Number Mower Deck ReliefTransaxle Transaxle 174731265 48m 3o3 Tractor Model Number Briggs & Stratton ENGINE-MODELNumber 446677-0470-E1 Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Your Home 11-800-469-4663

917.27631 specifications

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In summary, the Craftsman 917.27631 is a versatile, powerful, and easy-to-use lawn mower that caters to a wide array of lawn maintenance needs. With its self-propelling capabilities, adjustable cutting height, and efficient 3-in-1 cutting options, it represents a solid choice for any homeowner looking to maintain a pristine lawn with minimal effort.