Craftsman 917270841 owner manual Check Brake System, To Convert to Bagging or Discharging

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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is propedy adjusted. See =TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE

oInstall two latch hooks to rnulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

,,Tighten hardware securely.

oRaise and hold deflector shield in up- right position.

°Place front of muicher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

=Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck°

°Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower_ Raise and hold guard when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

Weld Nut From

HookPoints

The Top

Down

Lock

 

Weld Washer

 

Latch

Latch

 

Hook

 

Nut

Washer

Lock Washer

 

Mulcher

Washer

 

Screw

 

Plate

 

Deflector

 

Shield

 

_Latch

Hooks

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 mutcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECKLIST

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING

CHECKLIST:

All assembly instructions have been completed.

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

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 arnps) _' Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

_' All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

v' Be sure mower deck is properly levele_

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

e/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulley and inside all belt keepers.

_' Check wiring. See that al! connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure free- wheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUP TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TC

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, cl"ean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

v" Become familiar with all controls - thei location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/ Be sure brake system is in safe opera ing condition.

,/ It is important to purge the transmis- sion before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission Purging instructions (See =TO START ENGINE" and

"PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Op. eration section of this manual).

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Contents Lawn Traoto Sears Craftsman Help LineLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited 90 DAY Warranty on BatteryDo not ServiceSlope Operation Tragic accidents can occur if the operatorGrass can hide obstacles Customer Responsibilities Lock Washers 1/4 Parts BAG Contents Shown Full SiZE Unpack Carton Tools Requiired for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Attach Steering WheelCheck for Proper Position ALL Belts HOW to SET UP Your TractorConnect Battery Check Tire PressurePlease Review the Following Check Brake SystemTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Following Important ItemsBattery Reverse Forward Fast Slow Know Your Tractor To Move Forward and Backward HOW to USE Your TractorThrottle Control Controlled by the motion control leverPosition To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine To TransportADD Gasoline To Start EnginePurge Transmission Cedure with the motion control lever Three 3 timesPage @ Front Wheel Check brake operation o Check tire pressureFront Bearing ZerkTires BatteryBrake Operation Blade RemovalTransaxle Pump Fluid Transaxle CooungCooling To Change Engine OILPlugs Engine Cooling FinsOn page 5 of this manual NN-LBNEFUEL Filter To Remove Mower CleaningAll gasoline, oil, etc Right side of tractorFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment Tolevel Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Belt RemovalBrake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle Belt InstallationTo Adjust Brake Stopping distance at high speed in highTo Start Engine That has a Weak Battery To Adjust Motion Control LeverTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE4N/CAMBERTo Replace Headlight Bulb TeriesPositive Terminal To Replace FuseTo Remove Hood and Grill AS EngineTractor BatteryAcceleration Test Engne Fuel SystemLoose HousingCorrection Troubleshooting Chart CausePage Page O11io Tractor - Model NumberTRACTOR- Model Number ElectricalElectrical KEY Part Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description 5751 Tractor - Model Humber Ground Drive100 105 Tractor - Model Number 917=270641 Ground Drive DescriptionTractor --MODEL Humber Steering Asseubly Tractor --MODEL Number Steering Assembly 74780520Optional Equipment Shield Browning/DebrisGuard ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/818 NptWasher Lock Ext Tooth3/8 31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr11 12OO68X TRACTOR- Model Number Seat AssemblySTD541437 1343OO273832 Decals KEY Part DescriptionWheels & Tires 163205Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor -- Model Number Lift Assembly 73680800103 133943 Arm Assembly,Pad, BrakeBolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 72110610Tractor -- Model Number Hydro Transaxle - Model Number Hydro TRANSAXLE-- Model Number 294 1029 1026 230635337 166Valve Overhaul KIT Carburetor Overhaul KIT 127 138 106 987 ,11, T 105 51142164 Gasket SET 20 634A 842 524 868 868A 523171535 CARBURE-IORGASKET s-r209 783 801 728 615 802 Tractor - Model Humber482 503232 NO. no94905 394358 Filter, Fuel In Fuel Une758 Page Suggested Guide for SiGHTiNG Slopes for Safe Operation Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 800-473o7274 Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a

917270841 specifications

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