Craftsman 917.273322 owner manual Never run a machine inside a closed area

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Never run a machine inside a closed area.

Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.

Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if chil- dren enter the area.

Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and

use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the ma- chine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do notturn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible.

_ILook for this symbol ,to point out impor- tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs always dis- connect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

_IbCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, yo u may lose control of the tractor.

A_.CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommendedby and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

_WARNING: The'enqine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,

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Contents £RAFTZMIIN+ Sears Craftsman Help Line Pro, Mon SatLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited 90 DAY Warranty on BatterySEARS, Roebuckand CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman ESTATES, IL General OperationService ChildrenDo not Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the areaTION!!! Become AWARE!!! Your Safety is Involved Never run a machine inside a closed areaProduct Specifications Maintenance AgreementRead and observe the safety rules BafierySteering Wheel To Remove Tractor from Tools Required for AssemblyUnpack Carton HOW to SET UP Your Tractor InstallseatCheck Battery Before Removing Tractor from SkidTo Drive Tractor OFF Skid To Attach Nose RollerSee Operation section for location Function of controls Brackets to Mower DeckBracket LoopUse Pliers For Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Mower Levelness First time. Follow proper startingH L Bwltcn Know Your TractorAttachment Lift Lever Used to To Adjust Mower Cutting HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake To Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsMake all turns slowly To Start Engine To TransportTowing Carts and Other Attachments Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips General Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Operator Presence System Always observe safety rules whenBlade Removal Battery EngineTransaxle Pump Fluid LubricationClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas To Service PRE-CLEANERAIR Filter Engine OIL FilterTo Install Mower To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Tractor To Remove MowerFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment Important Deck Must be Level Mower Drive Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt RemovalTo Adjust Attachment Clutch Install Mower and Drive BeltTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Adjust Brake Belt InstallationNylon Locknut Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Adjust Motion Control Lever To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACE- MentReplacing Battery To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryTo Remove Wheel for Repairs Front Wheel To Adjust Attachment Lift Spring To ReplaceheadlightbulbInterlocksandrelays To ReplacefuseTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Final SettingBattery Fuel SystemCause CorrectionTroubleshooting Problem CauseTroubleshootingchart Problemcause Loss of DriveTractor -- Model Number Schematic NoneTractor -- Model Number Electrical 74760412 TrayTractor -- Model Number 917.273322 Chassis and Enclosures 68/-I14477 147Description 104 \ Tractor --MODEL Number Ground DriveX25 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-1874490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr5 Screw Hex Wsh, Hi-LoTractor -- Model Number Steering Tractor --MODEL Number Steering Tractor -- Model Number Engine Elbow 151346 Tank Fuet RearTractor --MODEL Number Seat Assembly Tractor -- Model Number DecalsTractor --MODEL Number List Assembly \i ¸¸Pointer, Height Tractor Model Number Mower Deck 114 222 105Bolt. Fin Hex Unc x MandrelThdroll Mandrel LHTractor Model Number TRANSAXLE--MODEL Number 222-3010L 164591 Tractor -- Model Number TRANSAXLE--MODEL Number 222-3010L Kohler ENGINE-MODEL Number CV25S, Type Number NOt Cover w0f4 Tractor Model NumberAIR INTAKE/FILTRATION KEY PartStarting System EN GIN E Controls J Starting System KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONCrankshaft Exhaust Descriptioi 24-041-02Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation PartsDirect M