Seat Pan

Battery Box

Door

Keps

Hex Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIG.HT BULB

Raise hood.

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or pre- vent it from starting.

Check wiring. See electrical wiring dia-

gram in the Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand infront of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

To replace, reverse above procedures.

Headlight

Wire

HoodConnector

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emissioncontroldevices and systems, which are being done at thec_rs- expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishmentor indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer'sservice outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

The throttlecontrol has been preset at the factory and adjustmentshould not be nec- essary. Check adjustment as described below before looseningcable. If adjust- ment is necessary,proceed as follows:

With engine not running,move throttle control lever from slow to choke posi- tion. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position.

Check that holes =A"in governorcontrol lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes =A"are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable_ untilholes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

Governor

Govemor

Control Lever

Control Plate

\

Clamp

Screw

Throttle

Holes "A"

Cable

 

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917.270512 specifications

The Craftsman 917.270512 is a robust and versatile lawn tractor that combines power, performance, and precision to help homeowners maintain their yards efficiently. This model, part of Craftsman’s renowned line of outdoor power equipment, is designed for a variety of lawn care tasks, from mowing to hauling, making it an ideal choice for those with medium to large lawns.

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Furthermore, the Craftsman 917.270512 is equipped with a robust set of safety features, including a safety switch that ensures the engine stops when the operator leaves the seat. This feature significantly reduces the risk of accidents, making it a safe choice for users of all ages.

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