Craftsman 917.273663 owner manual Api-Sg-Sl

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•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing.Stop machineif anyone enters the area.

•Nevercarry passengersor children evenwith the bladesoff.

•Do not mow in reverseunless abso-

lutely necessary.Alwayslook down and behind beforeandwhile backing.

•Nevercarry children.Theymayfall off and be seriously injuredor interferewith safe machineoperation.

•Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and underthe watchfulcare of another responsibleadult.

•Be alert and turn machineoff if children enter the area.

•Beforeand when backing,lookbehind and downfor small children.

•Mow up and downslopes(15° Max),not across.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

4 Gallons

 

 

Capacity

Unleaded

 

 

andType:

Regular

 

 

Oil Type

SAE 10W30

 

API-SG-SL):

(above32°F)

 

 

SAE 5W-30

 

 

(below 32°F)

 

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter:

4.0 Pints

 

W/O Filter:

3.5 Pints

Spark Plug:

ChampionRC12YC

(Gap: .030")

 

 

 

Ground Speed

Forward:

0-

5.5

(MPH):

Reverse:

0-

2.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:

14

PSI

 

Rear:

10

PSI

Charging System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery:

Amp/Hr:

35

 

 

Min. CCA:

280

 

 

Case size:

U1R

Blade Bolt Torque:45-55 Ft. Lbs.

•Removeobstaclessuch as rocks,tree limbs,etc.

•Watchfor holes,ruts, or bumps.Uneven terrain couldoverturnthe machine.Tall grass can hideobstacles.

•Use slowspeed. Choosea low gear so that you will nothaveto stop or shift while on the slope.

•Avoidstarting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,disengagethe blades and proceedslowlystraightdown the slope.

•If machinestopswhile going uphill, disengageblades,shift into reverseand backdown slowly.

•Do notturn on slopes unlessnecessary, and then, turn slowlyand gradually downhill,if possible.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

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Contents CRRFT.TMRN Limited Warranty on Battery Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentII. Slope Operation General OperationIII. Children IV. ServiceDo not API-SG-SL Repair Protection Agreements Sears Installation ServiceCustomer Responsibilities To Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack Carton HOW to SET UP Your Tractor Check BatteryAdjust Seat Check for Proper Position ALL Belts ChecklistCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake System@@@@ Know Your Tractor To Move Forward Backward To Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Transport MentsCheck Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline Automatic Transmission Warm UPPurge Transmission Mowing TipsDates General RecommendationsBlade Removal BatteryOperator Presence System Transaxle Cooling To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Pump Fluid BeltsClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AIR ScreenMuffler Spark PlugsTo Remove Mower To Install MowerAlternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Method To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble Level Both Front Plate Links Must be Equal in Length Mower Drive Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt RemovalTo Replace Mower Blade To Replace Motion Drive Belt To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Start Engine with a Weak BAT- Tery To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Remove Hood and Grill AS- Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Choke ControlPreliminary Setting Final SettingEngine Fuel System TractorEngine OIL CylindersStart ProblemCause Correction Problem Cause Correction Loss of powerCause ProblemTractor - Model Number SchematicElectrical Part Description Electrical KEYTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Chassis and Enclosures Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917,273663 Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Ground DriveTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Steering Assembly KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.273663 Steering AssemblyEngine Tractor - Model Number 917,273663KEY Tractor - Model Number 917,273663 Seat AssemblyKEY Part DecalsWheels Tires KEY Part Description Lift AssemblyTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Mower Deck Rdhd Mower DeckRll KEY Part Description CYLINDERHEAD, Valveand Breather Crankcasej KEY Partdescription HeadnalveibreatherCrankcase IGNITION/ELECTRICALJ Blower Housing and Baffles Part Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONNot Illustrated AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION Not IllustratedOIL PAN / Lubrication J Screw, hex. flange Crankshaft KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION CrankshaftjDegrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiOur Home

917.273663 specifications

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