4_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR

_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

_j_ere 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

 

 

AND TYPE:

REGULAR

 

 

 

OIL TYPE

SAE 30 (ABOVE

32°F

API-SF/SG/SH):

SAE 5W-30

 

 

 

 

(BELOW

32°F)

 

OIL CAPACITY:

4.0 PINTS

 

 

SPARK PLUG:

CHAMPION

RC12YC

'GAP: .030")

 

 

 

 

 

VALVE

 

INTAKE:

 

.004"-.006"

CLEARANCE:

EXHAUST:

.004"-.006"

GROUND SPEED

FORWARD:

 

 

MPH):

 

1sT

 

1.2

 

 

 

2N°

 

1.5

 

 

 

3RD

 

2.3

 

 

 

4TM

 

 

3.5

 

 

 

5 TM

 

4.8

 

 

 

6 TM

 

 

5.4

 

 

 

REVERSE:

1.5

 

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT:

14 PSI

 

 

 

REAR:

 

10PSI

 

CHARGING

16 AMPS@

3600

RPM

SYSTEM:

 

 

 

 

 

BATTERY:

AMP/HR:

 

28

 

 

 

MIN. CCA:

230

 

 

 

CASE

SIZE: U1R

BLADE

BOLT

27-35

FT. LBS.

 

TORQUE:

 

 

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabili- ty and performance.

_CAUTION: 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 _uto lose control of your 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.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni- cians 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 Sears 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.

AWARNING: This tractor is equipped with an intemal combustion engine and 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 (it 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 Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

5 this manual).

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917.27075 specifications

The Craftsman 917.27075 is a versatile and reliable lawn tractor, designed specifically for homeowners seeking a dependable solution for lawn care. This model exemplifies the blend of power and precision that has made Craftsman a leading name in outdoor equipment.

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