Craftsman 917.272281 owner manual 3RODUCT Specifications, Api-Sf-Sj, Repair Agreement

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3RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline	4 Gallons
Capacity	Unleaded
and Type:	Regular
Oil Type	SAE 30 (Above 32°F)
(API-SF-SJ):	SAE 5W-30
	(Below 32°F)
Oil Capacity:	4.0 Pints
Spark Plug:	Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .040")
Ground Speed	Forward:	5.5
(MPH):	Reverse:	2.4
Tire Pressure:	Front: 14PSI
	Rear:. 10- PSI
Charging
System:	16 Amps @ 3600 RPM
Battery:	Amp/Hr.	28
	Min. CCA:	230
	Case Size:	U 1R
Blade Bolt	27-35 Ft. Lbs.
Torque:

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".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Repair Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, cadng for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

,_WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine'sexhaust system is equipped with

aspark arraster meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the Califomia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS 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 Adjust Seat Check BatteryTo 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 TipsLubrication Chart General RecommendationsBefore Each USE Battery TractorTransaxle Pump Fluid To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Cooling Engine LubricationEngine OIL Filter AIR FilterInstall Mower To Remove CleaningService or Adjustments GagedTo Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble LevelAlternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Method Both Front Plate Unks Must be Equal in Length Belt InstallationBelt Removal To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Adjust Brake Belt InstallationTo Replace Motion Drive Belt To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo 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 OILTroubleshootingchart CauseCorrection 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