Craftsman 917.27108 owner manual Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts, Check Brake System

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CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sectoin of this manual. Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Preoassemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

Tighten hardware securely.

Raise and hold deflector shield in ulP right position.

Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

Weld Nut From

Hook Points

The Top \

Down

Lock

 

Weld Washer

Screw

LatchLatch

Nut •

Washer

Look Washer

 

Mulcher

Washer

'_._ Screw

Plate

 

Deflector

Shield

.atch Hooks

_,CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

_' All assembly instructionshave been completed,

_/ No remaining loose parts in carton. v' Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). v' 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 properly leveled side-to-side/front-to-rear for best

cutting results. ('13resmust be properly inflated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys andinside all belt keepers.

Check wiring. See that all connections are stillsecure and wires are properly clamped.

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

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRAGTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION 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 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 Op- eration section of this manual).

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Contents RRRFTSMRN Limitedtwo Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment General OperationDo not ServiceSlope Operation Do not use grass catcher on steep slopesBefore restarting TY is InvolvedUnleaded Product SpecificationsGallons Customer ResponsibilitiesParts BAG Contents Shown Full Size Mulcher Plate Steering Install Steering Wheel Tools Required for AssemblyAssemble Extension Shaft Boot To Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonCheck Tire Pressure HOW to SET UP Your Tractor CheckbatteryInstall Seat Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Mulcher PlatePlease Review the Following Checklist Check Brake SystemH L c Know Your Tractor Stopping Mower Blades HOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking BrakeTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height EngineEver HighPosition To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate Mower Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Towing Carts and Other AiiachmentsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level To Start EngineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Purge TransmissionMowing Tips MoreevendstrbutionofclppingsandmoreGeneral Recommendations Maintenance SCHEDULE+Before Each USE To Sharpen Blade Transaxle Cooling Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessaryBelts Transaxle Pump FluidClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AIR ScreenTo Service Cartridge MufflerTo Install Mower CleaningTractor To Remove Mower FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment To LevelmowerhousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Belt InstallationTo Adjust Brake Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral AdjustmentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs Replacing Battery Hex BoltTo Adjust Carburetor Acceleration TestTractor BatteryOther Faulty solenoid or starter Troubleshooting ChartAdjustment Engine valves outEngine clicks but Check all wiring Check/replace solenoid orTroubleshooting Chart Problem Cause Correction Will not startBattery will not TroubleshootingChart Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass dis chargeTroubleshooting Chart Problem Schematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Description KEY Part NO. noTractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. no HondAssanlbyTractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor Model Number Steeringassembly Tractor - Model Number Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONTractor -- Model Number EngineOptional Equipment Engine KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Pan, SeatDecals KEY Part Wheels & TiresKEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.271080 Liftassembly Lift Assembly KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number Mowerdeck M0rA, compordnsne gTractor - Model Number Hydro Gear Transaxle - Model Number Tractor - Model NU Mber Hydro G EAR Transaxle - Model NumberGrankcase 12-380-17Down,kea,ng4 Sprig,vveKEY Part IGNmON I Electrical Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part Description X203RA.NGSVSTI OIL PAN/LU Brication Cnka Stud2 Fuel System KEY Part NO. noPage Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Sighting Guide Only Ride UP and Down HILL, not Across HillSears