Craftsman 917.271110 Beforerestarting, Never make adjustmentsor repairswith the engine running

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beforerestarting.

•Never make adjustmentsor repairswith the engine running.

•Grass catchercomponentsare subject to wear, damage,and deterioration, whichcouldexpose movingpartsor

allowobjectsto be thrown.Frequently checkcomponentsand replacewith

•Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople beforemowing.Stop machineif anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mowin reverseunlessabsolute- lynecessary.Always lookdownand behindbeforeand whilebacking.

•Never carrychildren.They mayfall off and be seriouslyinjuredor interferewith safe machineoperation.

•Keep childrenout of the mowingarea and underthe watchfulcare of another

responsibleadult.

•Be alert and turn machineoff ifchildren enter the area.

•Beforeand when backing,lookbehind and downfor small children.

manufacturer'srecommendedparis, when necessary.

Mowerbladesare sharpand can cut. Wrap the blade(s)or wear gloves,and use extracautionwhen servicing them. Check brakeoperationfrequently.

Adjustand serviceas required.

•Mow up and downslopes(15" Max), not across.

•Removeobstaclessuchas rooks,tree limbs,etc.

•Watch for holes,ruts,or bumps.Uneven terraincouldovertumthe machine. Tall

grass can hideobstacles.

•Use slow speed.Choosea low gear so thatyou willnot have to stopor shift whileon the slope.

•Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope. If tires losetraction,disengagethe blades and proceedslowlystraightdownthe slope.

•Do not turnon slopesunlessnecessary, and then, turnslowlyand gradually downhill,ifpossible.

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Contents CnnFTSn#+ Am 5 pm, Mon SatLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited 90 Daywarranty on BatterySears, Roebuckand Co., D/817 WA, HoffmanEstates,IL General OperationService Slope OperationDo not ChildrenNever make adjustmentsor repairswith the engine running BeforerestartingMaintainyourtractorproperlyAlways. observethe Safety Rules Maintenance AgreementParts Bag contentsshownfull size LiltlliillllliillllillllParts Bag contentsnot shownfull size Parts packed separately in .cartonTools Required for Assembly Installsteering WheelTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidClose batterybox door.Open battery box doorfor HOW to SET UP Your Tractor Connect BatteryInstall Mulcher Plate Installtwolatch hooksto mulcherplateCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Ed correctlyAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck Please Review the Following ChecklistWasher Ga-geWheel t N H L Reverse Neutral High LOW Parking Brake Clutch EngagedLightSwitch PositionThrottle/Choke Control PlungerHOW to USE Your Tractor Mower Blades To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightTo SET Parking Brake Throttle ControlTo Operate Mower To TransportBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineWarm Weather Starting 50 F AboveTo Start Engine Cold Weather Starting 50 F BelowMulching Mowing Tips Customer Responsibilities General Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen per- formingany maintenance BatteryTo Clean Batteryand Terminals TractorTo Service PRE-CLEANER Cleaning MufflerSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel FilterTo Install Mower To Remove MowerRollbelt offengine pulley Anti-SwaybarTo Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENTSuspension Important Deck mustbe level side-toTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment To Adjust BrakeFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Start Engine That has a Weak Battery OrderTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Remove Hood and Grill AS- SemblyTo Adjust Throifle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorAcceleration Test Move throttle control lever from slow to=-I0CLEAN Batteryand Termi Engine OILCylinders OtherTroubleshooting Chart SwitchesProblem CauseCorrection ExcessivevibrationPoorcut uneven Conrd Bent blade mandrel Loose/damagedpartsLossof drive Engine=backfiresTractor - Model Number Electrical Electrical KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor -- Model Number Chassis and Enclosures 160392 ChassisAssemUyGround Drive Tractor -- Model Number Ground Drive Sheftse.yTractor Model Number Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number Steering Assembly KEY Part DescriptionOptional Equipment Spark ArresterTractor -- Model Number Tractor --MODEL Number 917.271110 Seat Assembly Part KEY DescriptionDecals Wheels Tires KEY PartTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor - Model Number UFT Assembly #5133-62Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Stlt UNCPage Sprocket,ST Keypart NO.NO DescriptionCrankcase Connecg RodSU Sprj,actuaUngRingSetS Cylinder H EADNALVE/BREATHER Crankcase Keypart NO.NOIgnition / Electrical Blower Housing and Baffles AIR Intake Blower Housing & Baffles IGNITION/ELECTRICAL Keypart NO.NOAIR INTAKE/FILTRATION Keypart NO.NO Description Not IllustratedStarting System J Engine Controls OIL PAN I LubricationKit,brush&sprj 19 12-032-03Seal,1P.T.OendStarting System Keypart NO. no OIL PAN/LUBRICATIONCnha KEY Part NO. no ExhaustPage Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Sears