Craftsman 917.270814 owner manual To Convert to Bagging or Discharging, Check Tire Pressure

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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.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tiros on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

V"CHECKLIST

Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product.

Please review the following checklist: ,/ All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). 4'Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are propedy inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated at the factory).

•/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. Sea that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important items:

/Engine oil is at proper level.

•/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

•/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them be- fore you start the engine.

/Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition.

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Contents Raftxmiin Maintenance Schedule Parts Ordering Back Cover SafetyRulesPrpduct Specifications Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentDo not ServiceSlope Operation ChildrenSafety is Involved Grass can hide obstaclesProduct Specifications Parts BAG Contents Shown Full Size Boot Install Steering Wheel Assemble Extension Shaft and BootBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Install Mulcher Plate HOW to SET UP Your Tractor ConnectbatteryInstall Seat Check Deck Levelness To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck Tire Pressure Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsEi= Know Your Tractor Rules Before Operating Stopping Mower Blades HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake Ground DriveBracket To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightTo Adjust Gauge Wheels Positin =Disengaged LowTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments ADD GasolineTo Transport Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelCold Weather Starting 50 F Below Warm Weather Starting 50 F AbovePage General Recommendations Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities Before Each USETractor Engine LubricationTo Service PRE-CLEANER To Install Mower Tractor To Remove MowerFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Replace Mower Blade DriveTransaxle Gear Shift Lever Adjustment Belt InstallationTo Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing BatteryTo Remove Hoodand Grill Assembly Interlocks and RelaysAcceleration Test To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Idle Speed ScrewTractor BatteryTo Clean Battery and Termi Engine Fuel SystemChart Problem CauseProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting ChartExcessive vibration Troubleshooting Chart Problemcause CorrectionPage Schematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Tractor --MODELNUMBER KEY Part DescriptionTractor -- Model Number 917.270814 Chassisand Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.270814 Chassisand Enclosures KEY PartTractor - Model Number Ground Drive Model Number + +Tractor - Model Number 917.270814 Steeringassembly Tractor ,MODEL Number 917,270814 Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO. DescriptionOptional Equipment Cnp, Hose Tractor - Model Number 917.270814 Seatassembly Wheels & Tires DecalsTractor -- Model Number OnlyTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number Mower Deck Tractor Model Number 917,270814 Mowerdeck ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4Cw.-27 Ring Page 30a Y 8ss697 #y803 797 @ 544801 Tractor - Model Number309 5101513 Gasket SETKEY Part NO. no Description 27803 4r,Gasket-BreatherCarburetor Kit, Ref Number Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Sighting Guide Only Ride UP and Down HILL, not Across HillPartsDirect s
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