Craftsman 917.271023 manual Replace Mower drive belt Idler pulley Blade mandrel, Charge

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

i PROBLEMCAUSE

Poor cut - uneven • Worn, bent or loose blade.

i • Mower deck not level.

•Buildup of grass, leaves,

•andBenttrashbladeundermandrelmower. .

•Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

CORRECTION

•Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

•Level mower deck.

•Clean underside of mower housing.

•Replace blade mandrel.

•Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will • Obstruction in clutch

not rotatemechanism.

• Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

•Frozen idler pulley.

•Frozen blade mandrel.

•	Remove obstruction.
•	Replace	mower drive belt.
•	Replace	idler pulley.
•	Replace	blade mandrel.

Poor grass dis

charge

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

•Engine speed too slow.

•Travel speed too fast.

•Wet grass.

•Mower deck not level.

•Low/uneven tire air pres- sure,

•Worn, bent or loose blade.

•Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

•Mower drive belt worn.

•Blades improperly installed.

•Improper blades used.

•Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

•Switch is =OFF".

=, Bulb(s) burned out.

•Faulty light switch.

•Loose or damaged wiring.

•Blown fuse.

•Bad battery cell(s).

•Poor cable connections.

•Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

•Faulty alternator.

•	Place	throttle		control in
	=FAST" position.
•	Shift to slower speed.
•	Allow grass to dry before
	mowing.
•	Level mower			deck.
•	Check tires for proper air
	pressure.
•	Replace/sharpen				blade.
	Tighten		blade	bolt.
•	Clean	underside			of mower
	housing.
i •	Replace		mower		ddve	belt.
•	Reinstall		blades		sharp	edge
	down.
•	Replace		with	blades listed in
	this manual.
•	Clean	around		mandrels to
	open	vent holes.
•	Turn switch =ON'.
•	Replace		bulb(s).
•	Check/replace			light switch.
•	Check wiring and connections.
•	Replace		fuse.
•	Replace		battery.
•	Check/clean			all connections.
•	Replace		regulator.
•	Replace		altemator.

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Contents Am 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears Craftsman Help LineRiding Equipment is main Assemb Operati MainterLimf For twoDo not ServiceChildren Slope OperationGrass can hide obstacles TY is InvolvedCustomer Responsibilities Maintenance AgreementParts BAG Contents Shown Full Size #10 16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton #10 x 5/8Lock Weld NutsTo Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Attach Steering Wheel Check Deck Levelness HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Brake System Install Mulcher PlatePlease Review the Following Checklist Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsLearn and understand their meaning H LKnow Your Tractor Tractor Before Starting the Engine Towing Carts and Other AiiachmentsTo Start Engine ADD GasolineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing Tips RGE TransmissionPage Before Each USE Lubrication ChartCheckforLooseFasteners General RecommendationsBlade Removal BatteryOperator Presence System Blade CareEngine Lubrication To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidIN-LINE Fuel Filter Engine OIL FilterAIR Filter To Remove Mower CleaningTo Install Mower TractorFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentBelt Removal To Adjust Brake Belt InstallationMandrel Pulley To Start Engine with a Weak Battery To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Fuse OrderTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysAcceleration Test To Adjust CarburetorCylinders OtherEngine Fuel System Engine OILCorrection Troubleshooting ChartProblem CauseCorrection TroubleshootingChart Cause ProblemCharge Replace Mower drive belt Idler pulley Blade mandrelEngine OFF ChartSTA,T Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresTractor - Model Number Ground Drive 150071B Tractor - Model Number Steeringassembly KEY Part NO. no TRACTOR- Model Number Steering AssemblyOptional Equipment Tractor - Model Number3329 KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Wheels Tires KEY Part Description DecalsTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly LiftLever Inner Wire Assembly ShaftAssembly, Lift 105767X Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Stlt 139 KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Hydro Gear Transaxle - Model NumberKohler ENGINE-MODEL Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41572 AIR Intake KEY Part NO. no Fuel System J Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather J Valve, Exhaust,.25 Oversize Ignition I Electrical OIL PAN I Lubrication Dowel,Locating4 Kohler ENGINE-MODEL Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41572Page Sighting Guide Only Ride UP and Down HILL, not Across Hill Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation10.19.98 Part