_CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

1.Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

2.Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position,

3.Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

4.Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key.

5.Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

6.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the

right side of tractor.

1, Place attachment clutch switch in

"DISENGAGED" position,

2, Move attachment lift lever forward to

lower mower to its lowest position, 3, Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.

4, Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring.

5. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs,

6, Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs,

7.Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under

tractor.

IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the

tractor, remove the front links.

TO INSTALL MOWER

1.Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

2.Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor,

3.Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

4.Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

 

Suspens_n

 

Electric

Small Retainer

Pulley

Spring

 

 

Front Link

Retainer

Spring-

Retainer Springs

(Both Sides)

Bar

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Craftsman 917.27242 To Remove Mower, Move attachment lift lever forward to, To Install Mower, Retainer Spring, Bar

917.27242 specifications

The Craftsman 917.27242 is a high-performance riding lawn mower that delivers the power and precision needed for effective lawn maintenance. Designed for efficiency and ease of use, this model is ideal for homeowners with medium to large-sized lawns.

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The mower is equipped with a 42-inch cutting deck, which strikes a balance between size and maneuverability. This deck size is suitable for efficiently tackling both small and large areas while still being able to navigate tighter spaces like flower beds or around trees. The cutting height can be easily adjusted from 1.5 to 4 inches, enabling customization based on grass type and seasonal requirements.

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