Craftsman 917.271023 manual Customer Responsibilities, Maintenance Agreement

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

1.25GALLONS

CAPACITY

UNLEADED

ANDTYPE:

REGULAR

OIL TYPE

SAE10W30

API-SF/SG/SH):

(above 32°F)

 

SAE 10W30

 

(below 32°F)

_)ILCAPACITY:

4.0 W/PINTS

 

3.5 W/O I_INTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC GAP: .040 =)

VALVE CLEARANCE: NOTADJUSTABLE

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 0- 5.5

(MPH):

REVERSE:

0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT." 14 PSI

 

REAR:

10 PSI

CHARGING

3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM:

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:

30

 

MIN. CCA:240

 

CASE

SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT

27-35

FT. LBS.

iTORQUE:

 

 

 

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman 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 your nearest Sears Authorized 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".

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able 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, caring 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 unim- proved forest-covered,brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester 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 Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Contents Am 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears Craftsman Help LineLimf Assemb Operati MainterFor two Riding Equipment is mainChildren ServiceSlope Operation Do notGrass can hide obstacles TY is InvolvedCustomer Responsibilities Maintenance AgreementParts BAG Contents Shown Full Size Lock #10 x 5/8Weld Nuts #10 16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in cartonBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Attach Steering Wheel Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Check Deck Levelness HOW to SET UP Your TractorPlease Review the Following Checklist Install Mulcher PlateCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemLearn and understand their meaning H LKnow Your Tractor Tractor Before Starting the Engine Towing Carts and Other AiiachmentsAutomatic Transmission Warm UP ADD GasolineTo Start Engine Mowing Tips RGE TransmissionPage CheckforLooseFasteners Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USEOperator Presence System BatteryBlade Care Blade RemovalTransaxle Cooling To Clean Battery and TerminalsTransaxle Pump Fluid Engine LubricationAIR Filter Engine OIL FilterIN-LINE Fuel Filter To Install Mower CleaningTractor To Remove MowerBelt Removal SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment Mandrel Pulley Belt InstallationTo Adjust Brake To Start Engine with a Weak Battery To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Headlight Bulb OrderInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseAcceleration Test To Adjust CarburetorEngine Fuel System OtherEngine OIL CylindersProblem Troubleshooting ChartCause CorrectionChart Cause TroubleshootingProblem CorrectionCharge 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 Assembly3329 Tractor - Model NumberOptional Equipment 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