Craftsman Essential Guide for Using Your 917.289283 Lawn Mower
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

1.Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down and hold.

2.Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pressure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in brake

position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades, move attach-

ment clutch lever in to disengaged posi-

tion (_).

(1_ I)Attachment

(1_)

Disengaged

Clutch

 

Position

Engage Position

GROUND DRIVE-

,To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down.

ENGINE -

•Move throttle control (D) between half

and full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) posi- tion, before stopping, may cause engine to "backfire".

•Turn ignition key (F) to "STOP" position and remove key. Always remove key

when leaving tractor to prevent unau- thorized use.

•Never use choke (N) to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when

tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

_,CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement

is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals.

1.Start tractor and release parking brake.

2.Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse

(L)drive pedal to begin movement. Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed.

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Furthermore, the tractors come equipped with advanced safety features, including a safety switch under the seat that automatically shuts off the engine if the operator leaves the seat while the blades are engaged. This design element adds an extra layer of protection, particularly for households with children and pets.

In terms of maintenance, these Craftsman models are designed with convenience in mind. The easy-access engine and deck components allow users to perform routine maintenance tasks with minimal hassle. The onboard diagnostic system provides users with vital information regarding the tractor's performance, ensuring that it operates smoothly for years to come.

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