Craftsman 917.271142 manual To Adjust Gauge Wheels, On Hills, To Transport

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•The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

•For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector

shield place.

 

Attachment Clutch Lever

"Engaged"

Position

._rnnt Lift

 

Lever High

 

Position

•':::!'_

Low

 

Position

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper

position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

•Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

•Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appro- priate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

3/8-16

 

 

Locknut_

 

 

Gauge

 

 

Wheel

 

 

Mounting

 

 

Bracket

 

 

3/8

 

3houlder

Gauge

Wheel

Bolt

 

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Lower mower with attachment lift control.

•Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

•TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- gage attachment clutch control.

"Disenc Position

 

Shield

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

_CAUTION:

Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope.

•Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

•Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

•If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

•If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to

brake position and engage parking brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N)

position.

IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral (N) position when the clutch/brake pedal is de- pressed.

•To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brakepedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control.

•Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

•To reengage transmission, reverse

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above procedure.

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Contents Icraftsmani Limited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Slope Operation General OperationDo not ChildrenGrass can hide obstacles ServiceRepair Agreement Customer ResponsibilitiesIiiiiii To Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Removing Tractor from Skid Attach Steering Wheel Unpack CartonCheck Battery HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat Check Tire Pressure To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsH L Ammeter Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor On Hills To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Transport ADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level To Start EnginePurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsBefore Each USE General RecommendationsBlade Care BatteryBlade Removal To Sharpen BladeBelts To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidEngine OIL Filter AIR FilterIN-LINE Fuel Filter To Remove Mower To Install MowerSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingBelt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTransaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Transmission REMOVAIJREPLACE- MentFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Attach Jumper CablesTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Remove Hood and Grill AssemblyInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseAcceleration Test To Adjust CarburetorFuel System EngineEngineoil CylindersProblem Troubleshooting ChartCause CorrectionTroubleshooting Chart Charge Problem Cause CorrectionTractor - Model Number SchematicTRACTOR-- Model Number Electrical KEY Part Description ElectricalTRACTOR-- Model Number 917.271142 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresGround Drive Tractor - Model Number KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Ground DriveTractor - Model Number 917.271142 Steering Assembly Assembly Tractor - Model Number Steering AssemblyEngine Optional EQUIPMENT23 Muffler Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires DecalsTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck 132274 KEY Part NO. no9OO 142892 Part KEY DescriptionCylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather Crankcase Lifter, valve Cylinder HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER Crankcase KEY Part DescriptionIgnition / Electrical Blower Housing and Baffles AIR Intake AIRINTAKE/FILTRATION Hex. flange82 @ Part Description Engine Controls01L PAN!LUBRICATION Crankshaft J Fuel System Exhaust Page Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationGet it fixed, at your home or ours

917.271142 specifications

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User convenience is further enhanced by ergonomic design elements. The adjustable handle ensures a comfortable grip for different user heights and can be easily folded for compact storage. The mower's large rear wheels provide improved maneuverability on various terrains, giving users better control during operation.

Maintenance is straightforward due to the mower's design, enabling easy access to the air filter and spark plug, which simplifies routine check-ups and repairs. Overall, the Craftsman 917.271142 combines power, efficiency, and user-centric features to make lawn care less of a chore and more of an enjoyable outdoor activity. Whether you are dealing with an expansive yard or a smaller garden, this mower is engineered to deliver reliable performance year after year.
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