Sears 917.271051 owner manual Product Specifications, 3ROUND, Repair Agreement

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_Look for this symbolto pointout

importantsafetyprecautions.It means

CAUTIONT!!BECOMEAWARE!!TYOUR

,_FETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire

_/bere it cannot contact spark plug. CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

 

GASOLINE

1.25

GALLONS

CAPACITY

UNLEADED

 

ANDTYPE:

REGULAR

 

)ILTYPE

 

SAE

10W30

(ABOVE

 

 

32°F)

 

 

 

_,PI-SF/SG/SH):

SAE

5W-30

 

 

 

(BELOW

32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

W/FILTER:

4.0 PINTS

 

 

W/OFILTER:

3.5 PINT5

SPARK

PLUG:

CHAMPION

RC12YC

'GAP: .030")

 

 

 

 

3ROUND

SPEED

FORWARD:

 

'MPH):

 

1sT

 

1.2

 

 

2N°

1.5

 

 

3 _°

 

2.4

 

 

4 TM

 

3.5

 

 

5TM

 

4.8

 

 

6 TM

 

5.3

 

 

REVERSE:

1.5

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:

14 PSI

 

 

REAR:

10 PSI

HANGING

3 AMPS

BATTERY

YSTEM:

5 AMPS

HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:

30

 

 

MIN. CCA:

240

 

 

CASE SIZE: U 1R

BLADE

BOLT

27-35

 

FT. LBS.

TORQUE:

 

 

 

 

;ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible depend- ability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center.

kCAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. 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 ,_llu r tractor.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to

service or repair this 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

A Repair 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's manual.

_, WARNING: This.tractor is equipped. with an interna comoustion eng ne ano

should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust 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 opera- tor.

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 authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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Contents Sears Craftsman Help Line RRIIFTSMANLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery LimitedtwoyearwarrantyoncraftsmanridingequipmentpartsSlope Operation General OperationDo not ChildrenMower blades are sharp and can cut ServiceRepair Agreement Product Specifications3ROUND Keys Video Cassette Slope Sheet Steering WheelTo Remove Tractor from Carton HOW to SET UP Your TractorBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Unpack CartonSee Operation section for location Function of controls Install SeatTo Drive Tractor OFF Skid Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Mulcher PlateH L Knowyour Tractor Stopping HOW to USE Your TractorTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsTo Operate on Hills Before Starting the Engine Towing Carts and Other AttachmentsAddgasoline Check Engine OIL LevelMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE ZerkZerkTires Brake OperationOperator Presence System Blade CareClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AIR ScreenTransaxle Cooling BeltsIN-LINE Fuel Filter SparkplugsMuffler AIR FilterTo Install Mower CleaningTractor To Remove MowerSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingBelt Installation To Adjust BrakeTo Replace Motion Drive Belt Belt RemovalTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTransaxlegearshiftlever Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERReplacing Battery To Remove Hoodand Grill AssemblyTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle ControlEngine CableAcceleration Test Tractor BatteryEngine Fuel System Drain oil with engine warm and replaCause Troubleshooting Chart ProblemCorrection Correction Troubleshooting Chart ProblemcauseProblem Cause Troubleshooting ChartFss Tractor - Model Number Schematic87A Tractor - Model Number Electrical 163465 Tractor - Model Number Electrical146147 166180 Fuse 15AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20UricTractor - Model Number 917.271051 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresTractor - Model Number Ground Drive 166231 106933X130804 Rod, Brake 150360 Nut, Nylock STD541237 158391X428 Bolt 145Tractor - Model Number 917.271051 Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor - Model Number Steering Assembly40t Tractor - Model Number EngineOptional Equipment Spark Arrester17720410 162156Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires Tractor --MODEL Number DecalsTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X PinGroove KEY Part NO. NO,DESCRIPTIONTractor --MODEL Number Mower Deck A/,JMower Deck KEY Part NO. no Tractor - Model NumberPage Given in U.S Part DescriptionRing Gear Crankshaft Fuel System Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather Io3 AIR Intake KEY Part Description Blower Housing and Baffles KEY Part DescriptionCrankshaft KEY Part Description Engine Controls KEY Part NO. NO,DESCRIPTION12-041-0t-S Flange M6xl.012-757-03-S 24-186-03-SOIL PAN / Lubrication KEY Part Description Ignition ! Electrical Crankcase KEY Part DescriptionKEY Part NO. no Starting System KEY Part NO. NO,DESCRIPTIONPage Page Page Not Across Hill Only Ride UP and Down HillSighting AWLSU-HOGAR 8004694663