Craftsman 917.273322 owner manual Check Brake System, Check Tire Pressure, Check Mower Levelness

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin- flared at the factory for shipping pur- poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be

properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION

OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for

replacing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is

properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

,/ All assembly instructions have been completed.

J No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely,

,/All tires are pro:_erly inflated. (For shipping purpoJes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

J Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

4" Check mower and drive belts. Be sur_ they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connection,' are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

,/Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,I Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmis- sion before operating your tractor for

the first time. Follow proper starting

and transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the

Operation section of this manual).

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Contents Sears Craftsman Help Line Pro, Mon Sat £RAFTZMIIN+General Operation Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery SEARS, Roebuckand CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman ESTATES, ILBe alert and turn machine off if children enter the area ServiceChildren Do notNever run a machine inside a closed area TION!!! Become AWARE!!! Your Safety is InvolvedBafiery Product SpecificationsMaintenance Agreement Read and observe the safety rulesSteering Wheel Unpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Before Removing Tractor from Skid HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstallseat Check BatteryBrackets to Mower Deck To Drive Tractor OFF SkidTo Attach Nose Roller See Operation section for location Function of controlsUse Pliers For LoopBracket First time. Follow proper starting Check Brake SystemCheck Tire Pressure Check Mower LevelnessH L Attachment Lift Lever Used to Know Your TractorBwltcn To SET Parking Brake HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Make all turns slowly To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate Mower Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level To Start EngineTo Transport Towing Carts and Other AttachmentsAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Purge TransmissionMowing Tips Before Each USE Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Blade Removal Always observe safety rules whenOperator Presence System Lubrication BatteryEngine Transaxle Pump FluidEngine OIL Filter Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasTo Service PRE-CLEANER AIR FilterTractor To Remove Mower To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentMower Drive Belt Removal FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment Important Deck Must be LevelMower Drive Belt Installation To Replace Mower Drive BeltTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt Install Mower and Drive BeltTo Adjust Attachment Clutch To Replace Motion Drive Belt To Adjust BrakeBelt Installation Nylon Locknut BrakeTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACE- Ment To Adjust Motion Control LeverTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN AdjustmentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs Front Wheel To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryReplacing Battery To Replacefuse To Adjust Attachment Lift SpringTo Replaceheadlightbulb InterlocksandrelaysFinal Setting To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor Preliminary SettingFuel System BatteryCorrection CauseProblem Cause TroubleshootingLoss of Drive Troubleshootingchart ProblemcauseNone Tractor -- Model Number SchematicTractor -- Model Number Electrical Tray 74760412147 Tractor -- Model Number 917.273322 Chassis and Enclosures68/-I 14477Description Tractor --MODEL Number Ground Drive 104 \Screw Hex Wsh, Hi-Lo X25Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr5Tractor -- Model Number Steering Tractor --MODEL Number Steering Tractor -- Model Number Engine 151346 Tank Fuet Rear ElbowTractor --MODEL Number Seat Assembly Decals Tractor -- Model Number\i ¸¸ Tractor --MODEL Number List AssemblyPointer, Height 114 222 105 Tractor Model Number Mower DeckMandrel LH Bolt. Fin Hex Unc xMandrel ThdrollTractor Model Number TRANSAXLE--MODEL Number 222-3010L 164591 Tractor -- Model Number TRANSAXLE--MODEL Number 222-3010L Kohler ENGINE-MODEL Number CV25S, Type Number Cover w NOt0f4 KEY Part TractorModel Number AIR INTAKE/FILTRATIONStarting System EN GIN E Controls J OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Starting System KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONCrankshaft Exhaust 24-041-02 DescriptioiSuggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation PartsDirect M
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