Craftsman 917.270814 owner manual ADD Gasoline, To Transport, Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments

Page 15

TO TRANSPORT

•Raise attachment liftto highest position with attachment lift control.

•When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.

•Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and

secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord,

etc.).

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

•The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

•Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until =FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See "OIL

VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainten- ance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Mainten- ance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•RII fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide

deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tem- peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

_I_WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gssohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•I_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

15

Page 14 Page 16
Image 15
Page 14 Page 16
Contents Raftxmiin Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment SafetyRulesPrpduct Specifications Maintenance Schedule Parts Ordering Back CoverChildren ServiceSlope Operation Do notGrass can hide obstacles Safety is InvolvedProduct Specifications Parts BAG Contents Shown Full Size Boot Assemble Extension Shaft and Boot Install Steering WheelBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid HOW to SET UP Your Tractor Connectbattery Install Mulcher PlateInstall Seat Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessEi= Know Your Tractor Rules Before Operating Ground Drive HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake Stopping Mower BladesPositin =Disengaged Low To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightTo Adjust Gauge Wheels BracketBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineTo Transport Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsWarm Weather Starting 50 F Above Cold Weather Starting 50 F BelowPage Before Each USE Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsTractor Lubrication EngineTo Service PRE-CLEANER Tractor To Remove Mower To Install MowerTo Replace Mower Blade Drive To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment FRONT-TO-BACK AdjustmentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Belt InstallationTo Adjust Brake Transaxle Gear Shift Lever AdjustmentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERInterlocks and Relays Replacing BatteryTo Remove Hoodand Grill Assembly To Replace Headlight BulbIdle Speed Screw To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Acceleration TestEngine Fuel System BatteryTo Clean Battery and Termi TractorProblem Cause ChartTroubleshooting Chart Problem Cause CorrectionExcessive vibration Correction Troubleshooting Chart ProblemcausePage Tractor - Model Number SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Tractor --MODELNUMBERTractor -- Model Number 917.270814 Chassisand Enclosures KEY Part Tractor - Model Number 917.270814 Chassisand EnclosuresTractor - Model Number Ground Drive + + Model NumberTractor - Model Number 917.270814 Steeringassembly KEY Part NO. NO. Description Tractor ,MODEL Number 917,270814 Steering AssemblyOptional Equipment Cnp, Hose Tractor - Model Number 917.270814 Seatassembly Only DecalsTractor -- Model Number Wheels & TiresTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Lift AssemblyTractor - Model Number Mower Deck ScrewThdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tractor Model Number 917,270814 MowerdeckCw.-27 Ring Page 8ss 30a YGasket SET Tractor - Model Number309 5101513 697 #y803 797 @ 54480127803 4r,Gasket-Breather KEY Part NO. no DescriptionCarburetor Kit, Ref Number Page Page Sighting Guide Only Ride UP and Down HILL, not Across Hill Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationPartsDirect s
Top Page Image Contents