Craftsman 917.27103 Product Specifications, Maintenance Agreement, Customer Responsibilities

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE

1.25 GALLONS

CAPACITY

 

AND TYPE:

UNLEADED

 

REGULAR

OIL TYPE

SAE t0W-30

API-SFiSGiSH):

(above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W-30

 

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:

Champion RC12YC

[GAP: ,030")

 

 

 

GROUND SPEED

FORWARD:

(MPH):

1sT

 

1,1

 

2NB

 

1.4

 

3RD

 

2°3

 

4TM

 

3.5

 

5TM

 

4.5

 

6TM

 

6.0

 

REVERSE:

1o7

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:

14 PSI

 

REAR:

10 PSI

CHARGING

 

 

 

SYSTEM:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:

30

 

MIN, CCA:240

 

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT

27-35

FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

 

 

 

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

o Read and observe the safety rules.

° Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor. o 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 California 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 Lawn General Operation Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Slope Operation ServiceDo not ChildrenGrass can hide obstacles TY is InvolvedCustomer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsMaintenance Agreement #10 Seat Assemble Extension Shaft and Boot Tools Required for AssemblyInstall Steering Wheel To Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonInstall Seat HOW to SET UP Your TractorConnect Battery Check Deck Levelness Install Mulcher PlateCheck for Proper Position ALL Belts Check Brake SystemAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck ChecklistKeep Area Clearslope Hazards Know Your Tractor Stopping To SET Parking BrakeTo Transport To Operate MowerAttachments Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelWarm WEATHERSTARTING50 F and Above To Start EngineCold Weather Starting 50 F and below Mowing TipsImportant For best performance, keep Mulching Mowing TipsBefore Each USE Customer Responsibilities MaintenanceChart Tires TractorBrake Operation AIR Filter BeltsClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas To Service CartridgeEngine OIL Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower To Install MowerTo Replace Mower Blade Drive To Level Mower HousingTo Adjust Brake BeltinstallationTo Adjust Steering Wheel Align Ment To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Start Engine That has a Weak BatteryTo Remove Wheel FOR-REPAIRS To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle ControlEngine CableEngine OIL EngineFuel System Problem Cause ChartUnderside of mower hous Problem Cause CorrectionCorrection Troubleshooting ChartProblem Tractor - Model Number SchematicATT-CLUTC 1o... i,, rr NO. NO.DESCRIPTION ElectricalTractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number 917.271030 Chassis and EnclosuresTractor -- Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor -- Model Number Ground Drive= = Tractor --MODEL Number Steering AssemblyTractor - Model Number Steering Assembly Engine Optional EquipmentKEY Part EngineKEY Seat AssemblyDecals KEY Part TRACTOR-- Model NumberTractor -- Model Number LiFT AssemblyTractor - Model Number Lift AssemblyTRACTOR--MODEL Number Mower Deck KEY Part NO. no Description Mower DeckTractor - Model Number Dana Transaxle - Model Number Part KEY Description Tractor -- Model Number Dana Transaxle - Model NumberKcas Crankcase KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Cylinder HEAD/VALVE!BREATHER KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONTo2 NO, no Starting System Engine Controls KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONIll ill illlll Exhaust Fuel System Crankshaft KEY Part DescriptionPage Page Page Suggested Guide for SaGHTING Slopes for Safe OPERATaON 800=366=PART

917.27103 specifications

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In terms of technology, the Craftsman 917.27103 offers several innovative features. A maintenance-free battery adds convenience, while an integrated fuel gauge allows users to monitor fuel levels with ease. The compact design ensures that it fits into tight storage spaces, making it ideal for homeowners with limited garage areas.

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