Craftsman 917.27377 manual Battery, Remove mower from tractor for winter, Fuel System, Engine OIL

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Immediatelyprepareyour tractorfor stor- age at the end of the seasonor if the trac- tor will not be usedfor 30 daysor more.

_,CAUTION: Neverstorethe tractor with gasolinein the tank insidea building where fumesmay reachan openflame or spark. Allow the engineto cool before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter

storage. When mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1.Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2.Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

3.Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.

4.Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

5.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After a period of time in storage, battery may require recharging.

•To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected

and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in

the Maintenance section of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables discon- nected and place cables where they

cannot come in contact with battery terminals.

•If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam- age the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

•Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor- age container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER(S)

1.Remove spark plug(s).

2.Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s).

3.Turn ignition key to "START" position for a few seconds to distribute oil.

4.Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your tractor indoors

and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable pro- tective cover that does not retain mois-

ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your tractor to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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Contents Icrrftsmrni Limited Warranty on Battery Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentGeneral Operation Do not IV. ServicePage Repair Protection Agreements Product SpecificationsSears Installation Service Customer ResponsibilitiesSteering Wheel SeatKeys Slope Sheet Before Removing Tractor from Skid Attach Steering Wheel Howto SET UP Your TractorTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor fromTo Rolltractor OFF Skid See Install SeatCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Mulcher PlateIf previously removed Check Deck Levelness@@@@@ Attachment Clutch Lever Used Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking BrakeTo Move Forward and Backward On Hills To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Stop Mower Blades To OperateTo Start Engine Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsLubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor Blade RemovalTo Sharpen Blade Transaxle Cooling BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals EngineIN-LINE Fuel Filter Clean AIR ScreenClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas AIR FilterTo Remove Mower CleaningTo Install Mower TractorSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingTo Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transaxle Gear Shift Lever NEU- Tral AdjustmentInterlocks and Relays Replacing BatteryTo Start Engine with a Weak BAT- TE RY To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor Engine OIL BatteryRemove mower from tractor for winter Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Chart Ignition switchCause Correction Problem Cause Problem Cause Correction RED01115BLACK Tractor - Model Number SchematicTractor - Model Number Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor -- Model Number 917.273770 Chassis and Enclosures 175710 Pivot Bracket Tractor -- Model Number Ground Drive X .1845/1865 Tractor -- Model Number Steering Steering Tractor -- Model Number Engine 137180 KEY Part Tractor -- Model Number Seat Assembly186388 Tractor -- Model Number DecalsTractor -- Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Mower Deck 1o6 1o2 1o3losOnly 35A Teeth 523 51B 20@ 220 798 697890 Screw Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 6E/A R,. o 4,0

917.27377 specifications

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