Craftsman 917.371812 owner manual Engine Speed, Engine Zone Control, Drive Control Adjustment

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The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign

objectsthrowninto theeyes, which can result in severe

eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while oper- ating your lawn mower or performing any adjustmentsor repairs, We recommend a standardsafetyglassesorwidevisionsafety maskworn over spectacles,

HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER

ENGINE SPEED

Engine speed was set at the factory for

optimum performance, It is not adjustable,

ENGINE ZONE CONTROL

_I, CAUTION: Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury, Do not under

any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control, The blade turns when the engine is running,

•Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which

requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start

and operate the lawn mower,

DRIVE CONTROL

• Self-propelling

is controlled

by hold-

ing the operator

presence

control bar

down to the handle and pulling the drive

control lever rearward to the handle.

The farther toward the handle the lever

is pulled, the faster the unit will travel.

• Forward motion will stop when either

the operator presence

control bar or

DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

Over time, the drive control system may be-

come "loose", resulting in decreased speed, There is a turnbuckle on the underside of the

drive control housing to increase tension on the drive cable, Proceed as follows:

1, Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug,

2, Turn nut on underside of drive control to increase drive speed,

3, Operate mower to test drive speed, Readjust as required,

4, If condition fails to improve after the above steps (forward speed remains the same), your drive belt is worn and should be replaced,

Adjustment turnbuckle

TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT

Both front wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left front wheel, Likewise, both rear wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left rear wheel,

•Pull adjuster lever toward wheel, To raise mower, move lever forward to

desired position, To lower mower, move the lever backward to desired position,

Be sure to adjust both front and rear

wheels to the same height,Height uster

drive control lever are released.

To stop

forward motion without stopping engine,

release only the drive control lever. Hold operator presence control bar down against handle to continue mowing without self-propelling,

TO LOWER MOWER LEVER BACKWARD

lever

NOTE: If after releasing the drive control the mower will not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to disengage drive wheels,

•To keep drive control engaged when

turning corners, push down on the handle to lift the front wheels off the

ground while turning lawn mower,

Operator presence control bar Drive control lever

TO

ENGAGEDRIVE

DRIVECONTROL

CONTROLDISENGAGED

LEVER FORWARD

TO RAISE MOWER

TO CONVERT MOWER

Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher, To convert to rear

bagging or side discharging:

REAR BAGGING

•Remove knob securing mulcher door to lawn mower housing.

•Open mulcher door and insert tabs of discharge chute into hinge bracket

opening and position rear of chute over threaded stud.

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917.371812 specifications

The Craftsman 917.371812 is a versatile and efficient riding lawn mower designed to tackle the challenges of lawn care with ease. This model is a popular choice for homeowners who need a reliable solution for maintaining their lawns while enjoying modern technologies and features.

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The Craftsman 917.371812 also incorporates advanced technologies for ease of use. One significant feature is its hydrostatic transmission, which provides seamless speed adjustments without the need for manual gear shifting. This user-friendly system makes it easy for operators to maintain control while navigating different terrains.

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Safety is another priority, with features such as the automatic blade engagement system, which ensures that the mowing blades activate only when the operator is seated. This critical safety feature minimizes the risks associated with lawn care, providing peace of mind while working.

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