Craftsman 917.27582 owner manual To Adjust Gauge Wheels, Operating in Reverse

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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted

when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

1.Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual).

2.With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in ap- propriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

3.Repeat for opposite side, installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

OPERATING IN REVERSE

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direc- tion with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless the ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.

Gauge

Wheel

Mountinc

Locknut

Gauge Wheel

Bolt

_,WARNING: Backing up with the at- tachment clutch engaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in

reverse unless absolutely necessary.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip- ment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

1.Select desired height of cut.

2.Start mower blades by engaging at- tachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

_CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place.

1.Move motion control lever to neutral

(N)position.

2.With engine running, turn ignition key

counterclockwise to ROS "ON" posi- tion.

3.Look down and behind before backing up.

4.Slowly move motion control lever to reverse (R) position to start movement.

5.When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)

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Contents Jcrrftsmrnj Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation IV, Towing ServiceII1. Children Safe Handling of GasolineGeneral Service @@@@@Customer Responsibilities Repair Protection AgreementsKeys Install Seat Tools Required for AssemblyInstall Steering Wheel Carton Unpack CartonCheck Battery To Roll Tractor OFF Skid See Operation section for locationChecktire Pressure ChecklistCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Deck LevelnessReverse Neutral High LOW Slow Ignition Knowyour Tractor ROS onTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height To SET Parking BrakeOperating in Reverse To Adjust Gauge WheelsUsing the Reverse Operation System To Operate Mower Towing Carts and Other Attach Ments To Operate on HillsTo Transport Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission To Start EngineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing Tips General Recommendations Fill in DatesBlade Care TractorOperator Presence System Reverse Operation System ROS Blade RemovalBatt E RY Engine Cooling System Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter IN-LINE Fuel Filter CleaningMuffler To Install Mower To Remove MowerTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Belt RemovalTo Adjust Brake Belt InstallationTo Check and Adjust Brake To Check BrakeMent VER Neutral AdjustmentTransmission Removal Replacement To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Remove Hood and Grill AS Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb Preliminary Setting To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor EngineEngine OIL BatteryFuel System CylindersStart ProblemCause Correction Problemcause Dirty Fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel WaterProblem Cause Correction FastSchematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.275820 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.275820 Steering Assembly J39186093X428 Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Optional EquipmentTractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Part Description Wheels &TIRESKEY Part Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 1718Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Lo2/\ lo2lol RTV 20@ 1266A 305A PTO Kit Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillYour Home
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