Craftsman 917272261 OFILTER3.75PINTS, Reverse, Repair Agreement, Customer Responsibilities

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PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5GALLONS CAPACITY UNLEADED ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE30 (ABOVE32°F)

API-SF-SJ): SAE5W-30 (BELOW32°F)

OILCAPACITY:W/FILTER:4.0PINTS

W/OFILTER:3.75PINTS

SPARKPLUG: CHAMPIONRC12YC (GAP:.040") GROUNDSPEEDFORWARD:0-5.5

',MPH):

REVERSE:

0-2.4

FIREPRESSURE: FRONT:

14 PSI

 

REAR:

10PSI

_HARGING

 

 

 

SYSTEM:

16 AMPS @3600 RPM

3ATIE RY:

AMP/HR:

 

30

 

MIN. CCA:

240

 

CASE SIZE: U 1R

BLADE BOLT

45-55 FT. LBS,

rORQUE:

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new 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 a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, wall-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repairthis tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

ARepair Agreement is available 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'smanual.

•I,WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine'sexhaust 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 service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Contents Lawn Tractor Sears, Roebuck and Co., /817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL General Operation I1. Slope Operation Do notIV. Service III. ChildrenSafety is Involved Heavy of a load, while on a slope, isCancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm Reverse Read and observe the safety rulesOFILTER3.75PINTS Repair Agreement=.oosRo,,e .-IIIIIIIlllllll!l!llllllll=,B Brackets.oxBolts To Removetractor from Carton Unpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyInstall Seat Attach Steering WheelAssemble Gaugewheelsto Mower Deck To Attach Nose Roller Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Checktire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemMowerli Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American Ground Drive Howto Useyourtractor to SET Parking BrakeStopping Mower Blades EngineTo Operate on Hills To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate Mower To TransportADD Gasoline To Start EngineViscosity Warm Weather StartingPurgetransmission MowingtipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenancescheduleLubrication Chart Before Each USETractor Transaxle Cooling To Clean Battery and TerminalsBelts Transaxle Pump FluidAIR Filter Clean AIR ScreenTo Service PRE-CLEANER Engine OIL FilterSpark Plugs CleaningMuffler IN-LINE Fuel FilterTo Install Mower Tractor To Remove MowerTolevelmowerhousing SIDE-TO-SIDE AdjustmentBoth Front Links Must be Equal Length To Adjust Brake To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTransmission REMOVAIJREPLACE- Ment To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Remove CABLES, Reverse Order Replacing BatteryTo Attachjumper Cables To Replace Headlight LampTo Adjust Choke Control To ADJUSTTHROnLE Control CableAdjustment is necessary, proceed as follows To Adjust CarburetorEngine Fuel System TractorBatiery Engine OILTroubleshootingchart CauseCorrection Cause Troubleshoong ChartProblem CorrectionTroubleshooting Chart OFFSchematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Tractor --MODEL Number KEY Part DescriptionTRACTOR- Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.272261 Chassis and Enclosures 30 175692X615 Fender/FootrestTRACTOR- Model Number Ground Drive Tractor Model Number Ground Drive 74713TRACTOR-- MODELNUMBER917.272261 Steeringassembly TRACTOR--MODEL Number Steeringassembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONOptional Equipment Spark Arrester25 175440X505 Cheke Contro TRACTOR--MODELNUMBER917.272261 Seatassembly Decals Wheels &TIRESTRACTORMODELNUMBER917--.272261 Liftassembly TRACTOR- Model Number Liftassembly TRACTOR- Model Number Mowerdeck Tractor - Model Number Mowerdeck MmO Drag 711dxl,15odx.030thkPage 80810T7I 20 m WjtoThrettle Control Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation PART6&m.-11 p.m,,7daysawek 179175 3.22.01 TR

917272261 specifications

The Craftsman 917272261 is a powerful and versatile lawn tractor designed for homeowners who want to maintain their lawns efficiently and effortlessly. This riding mower boasts a variety of features that make it an excellent choice for tackling different yard sizes and types. Its robust build and innovative technologies ensure a reliable performance every time.

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In conclusion, the Craftsman 917272261 is a reliable, feature-rich lawn tractor that combines power, efficiency, and user-friendly technologies. Its strong engine, adjustable cutting deck, and comfort-oriented design make it an excellent investment for any homeowner looking to maintain a pristine lawn all year round.
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