CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING

AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other extemal surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary.

Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre- cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper car- tridge every 100 hours of operation or

every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under

dusty conditions.

•Remove knob and cover.

•Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.

•Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged

cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

•Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

•Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the e'lgine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in

one yean

•Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this

section of this manual, through step remove drain plug).

•Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

•Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an addi- tional 1/2 turn.

•Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO

CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFiCA-

TIONS" section of this manual,

•Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any teaks before placin engine into full operation.

Oil Filter

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or

damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning c each mowing season or after every 100

hours of operation, whichever occurs

first. Spark plug type and gap setting ar shown in =PRODUCT SPEClFICATION_

section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes

clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbur_ tor, replacement is required.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned,

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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917.27113 specifications

The Craftsman 917.27113 is a riding lawn mower that has garnered attention for its robust features, user-friendly design, and performance efficiency. This model is particularly well-suited for homeowners with large yards, delivering strong cutting power and ease of use.

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Overall, the Craftsman 917.27113 delivers a blend of power, comfort, and technology. Its robust performance, customizable cutting options, and user-friendly features make it an excellent choice for homeowners looking to keep their lawns in pristine condition. Whether for regular mowing or tackling overgrown areas, this riding mower stands out as a reliable and effective tool in lawn maintenance.
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