Craftsman 917.272281 owner manual Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Thetireson your tractorwereoverinflated at the factoryfor shippingpurposes. Correcttire pressureis importantfor best cutting performance.

• Reducetire pressureto PSI shownin

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cuffing results, mower housing should be properly leveled. Sea "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 and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Vedfy 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.

_CHECKUST

Before you operate 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 instructionshave been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be propedy inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure

they are routed propedy around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

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

/Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in =transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the

Operation section of this manual).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

4'Become familiar with all controls - their

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

/Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition.

/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents Icrrftsmrwi Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment General Operation II. Slope OperationIV. Service III. ChildrenRemove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc Repair Agreement 3RODUCT SpecificationsAPI-SF-SJ Customer ResponsibilitiesVideo Cassette Check Battery Adjust SeatTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack Carton Install Mulcher Plate To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemO6 o @@@@@ Knowyour Tractor Mower Blades HOW to USE Your Tractor Engine To SET Parking BrakeTo USE Choke Control Ground DriveTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo USE Cruise Control To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level To TransportMents ADD GasolineAutomatictransmission Warm UP PurgetransmissionMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Battery TractorTransaxle Pump Fluid To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Cooling Engine LubricationEngine OIL Filter AIR FilterInstall Mower To Remove CleaningService or Adjustments GagedSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble Level To Level Mower HousingAlternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Method Both Front Plate Unks Must be Equal in Length Belt InstallationBelt Removal To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltBelt Installation To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Replace Fuse To Replace Headlight LampInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AS- SemblyTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable EngineBatiery EngineOther Engine OILCause TroubleshootingchartCorrection Correction Troubleshooting ChartProblem CauseProblem Cause Correction Tractor -- Model Number Schematic Tractor -- Model Number ElectricalTractor -- Model Number Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917.272281 Chassisand Enclosures TRACTOR-- Model Number 917.272281 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part DescriptionTractor -- Model Number Grounddrive KEY PARr Tractor -- Model Number 917.272281 Steeringassembly Tractor - Model Number 917.272281 Steering Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Engine Optional EquipmentSee Engine Breakdown TRACTOR- Model Number Seatassembly KEY PartWheels & Tires DecalsTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly TRACTOR-- Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Mower Deck Tractor -- Model Number Mowerdeck € z c Drag 878 742 =,T Gear-Governor Tractor - Model Number 505Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Part