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CUSTOMER RESPONSgBgUTIES

Check Brake Operation_

 

Check Tire Pressure

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Air Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATnONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence., To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as insbucted in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodi- cally to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

o Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

°Check brake operation° o Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and interlock

systems for'proper operation. o Check for loose fastener&

LUBRiCATiON

CHART

 

Spindle

Zerk

Zerk

 

Front

@ Front Wheel

Wheel

Beadng

 

Bearing Zerk

Zerk

Engine

 

Clutch

Pivot(s)

@SAE 30 or 10w30 Moto_ OIL

General Purpose Grease

Refer to Maintenance "Engine" Section

!MPORTANT; Do not oi! or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bear-ings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dr/, powdered graphite type lubri-

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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 OILEngine Cooling Fins PlugsOn 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 SystemHousing LooseCorrection Troubleshooting Chart CausePage Page O11io Tractor - Model NumberTRACTOR- Model Number ElectricalElectrical KEY Part Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Humber Ground Drive 5751100 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 166127 138 106 987 ,11, T 105 51142 Valve Overhaul KIT Carburetor Overhaul KIT164 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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In summary, the Craftsman 917270841 riding lawn mower combines powerful performance, a large cutting deck, adjustable heights, and user-friendly technologies, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to maintain a beautiful and healthy lawn efficiently. Whether for personal use or commercial landscaping, this mower offers reliability and effectiveness that homeowners and professionals alike can appreciate.
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