711 467971 I601, 240 176 404@, 276 1127 | Craftsman 917.271653

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Contents

Am 5 pro, Mon- Sat Sears Craftsman Help Line Limited Warranty on Battery Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment I1. Slope Operation General Operation Mow up and down slopes, not across IV. ServiceDo not Page Repair Agreement Product SpecificationsCustomer Responsibilities SAE Locknut 1/2-20 Steering Wheel Hex Bolt Steering3/8-16x Wheel InsertSeat 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge To Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Removing Tractor from Skid Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Install Seat To Convert to Bagging or Discharging Install Mulcher PlateCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck Levelness H L Knowyourtractor Clutch/Brake Indicator Pedal To SET Parking Brake Howto UseyourtractorTo USE Throttle Control To Move Forward and Backward To Operate On Hills To Operate MowerTo Transport Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments ADD Gasoline Adjustments section of this manualTo Start Engine Mulching Mowing Tips Mowing Tips Beforeeachuse Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Section Brake Operation BatteryTires Operator Presence System Engine Belts Cleaning Clean AIR ScreenEngine Cooling Fins Muffler To Install Mower Service or AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower Both Sides SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment To Level Mower HousingFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Replace Motion Drive Belt To Adjust BrakeBelt Removal To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral AdjustmentFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and Relays To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control CableEngine Holes a Throttle Engineoil Fuel SystemCylinders Other Problem Troubleshooting ChartCause Correction Problem Cause Correcon Troubleshooting Chart Level Problem Cause CorrectionUnder Improper blades used Tractor - Model Number Schematic Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Electrical Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor -- Model Number 917.271653 Chassisand Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive Tractor - Model NUM BER Tractor - Model Number 917.271653 Steering Assembly 160367 Tractor - Model Number Steering Assembly Engine Optional Equipment Tractor - Model NumberSpark Arrester KEY Part 2O2O Tractor - Model Number Lift AssemblyKEY Part NO. NO. Description 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 Tractor --MODEL Number Seat Assembly Tractor - Model Number Decals Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck 72140614 Tractor --MODEL Number Mower Deck 5950 Part KEY Description 757 883 240 176 404@ 711 467971 I601Label KIT Ownersmanual 127 186 1421 202 562 267 276 1127 LABEL-EMISSIONS 5803 Valve Gasket SET Carburetor Overhaul KITEngine Gasket SET 121A Carburetor Overhaul KIT Air Cleaner 729 Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation A. and Canada Anytime, day or night