Craftsman 917.27582 owner manual Problem Cause Correction, Fast

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center

PROBLEM

 

CAUSE

 

 

 

 

CORRECTION

 

 

 

Mower blades will

1.

Obstruction

in

clutch

1.

Remove

obstruction.

 

not

rotate

 

mechanism•

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Worn/damaged

 

 

mower drive

2.

Replace

mower

drive

belt.

 

 

 

belt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Frozen

idler

pulley•

3.

Replace

idler

pulley.

 

 

 

4.

Frozen

blade

 

mandrel•

4.

Contact

a Sears

or other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

qualified

service

center.

Poor

grass

1.

Engine

speed

too slow.

1.

Place

throttle

control

in

discharge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"FAST"

position.

 

 

 

 

2.

Travel

speed

too

fast.

2.

Shift

to

slower

speed.

 

 

 

3.

Wet grass.

 

 

 

3.

Allow

grass to dry before

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mowing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Mower

deck

not

level.

4.

Level

mower

deck.

 

5.Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air

pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7.Buildup of grass, leaves and 7. Clean underside of mower

 

trash

under

mower.

 

 

housing.

 

 

 

 

8.

Mower

 

drive

belt

worn.

 

8.

Replace

mower

drive

belt.

9.

Blades

 

improperly

installed.

9.

Reinstall

blades

sharp

edge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

down.

 

 

 

 

 

10.

Improper

blades

used.

 

10.

Replace

with

blades listed in

11 • Clogged

 

 

 

 

 

this manual.

 

 

 

mower

deck

vent

11.

Clean

around

mandrels

to

 

holes

from

buildup of

grass,

 

open

vent holes.

 

 

 

leaves,

and

trash

around

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mandrels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Headlight(s)

not

1.

Light

switch

is "OFF".

working

 

2.

Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

(if so equipped)

3.

Faulty

light

switch.

 

 

4.

Loose

or damaged wiring.

 

 

5.

Blown

fuse.

 

Battery willnot

1.

Bad battery

cell(s).

charge

 

2.

Poor

cable

connections.

 

 

3.

Faulty

regulator

 

 

 

(if so

equipped).

 

 

4.

Faulty

alternator.

Loss of drive1. Freewheel control in

"disengaged" position.

2.Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3.Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing.

Engine "backfires' • Engine throttle control not se

when turningbetween half and full speed

engine "OFF"(fast) position before stoppin( engine.

1.Turn light switch "ON".

2.Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3.Check/replace light switch.

4.Check wiring and connections.

5.Replace fuse.

1.Replace battery.

2.Check/clean al/connections.

3.Replace regulator.

4.Replace alternator.

1.Place freewheel control in

"engaged" position.

2.Replace motion drive belt.

3.Purge transmission.

•Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine.

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Contents Jcrrftsmrnj Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation Service II1. ChildrenIV, Towing Safe Handling of GasolineGeneral Service @@@@@Customer Responsibilities Repair Protection AgreementsKeys Tools Required for Assembly Install Steering WheelInstall Seat Carton Unpack CartonCheck Battery To Roll Tractor OFF Skid See Operation section for locationChecklist Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsChecktire Pressure 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 To Operate on Hills To TransportTowing Carts and Other Attach Ments Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission To Start EngineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing Tips General Recommendations Fill in DatesTractor Operator Presence System Reverse Operation System ROSBlade Care Blade RemovalBatt E RY Engine Cooling System Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter IN-LINE Fuel Filter CleaningMuffler To Install Mower To Remove MowerTo Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt Belt RemovalBelt Installation To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake To Check BrakeVER Neutral Adjustment Transmission Removal ReplacementMent To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Remove Hood and Grill AS Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting EngineBattery Fuel SystemEngine OIL 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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917.27582 specifications

The Craftsman 917.27582 is a standout machine in the realm of lawn tractors, known for its reliability and robust performance. This model is particularly favored by homeowners looking for a powerful, efficient, and user-friendly solution for lawn care, capable of handling a variety of landscaping tasks with ease.

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