Craftsman 917.273397 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualJCRIIFTSMIIN'JLAWN TRACTOR180 HP, 42" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.273397[_ This product has a low em

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE(If previously removed)1. Raise and hold deflector shield inupright position.2. Place front of mulcher plate over frontof mower d

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.R N H L IklREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

• The average lawn should be cut to ap-proximately 2-1/2 inches during the coolseason and to over 3 inches during hotmonths. For healthier and better

ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Donot overfill. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of

MOWING TIPS• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance. See "TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in theService and Adjustments section

MA,.TENANC SC.EOULEFILL IN DATES _ ,_O_ _Xx(_ _C_ _ ._lp,_ _OAS YOU COMPLETE /_. _.%_7REGULAR SERVICE /_% x"_q%_l_ll_SERVtCE DATEScChh::: TB_::;

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per-forming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high

BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficient for normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive char

Warranty ... 2 Maintenance ... 17Safety Rules ...

ENGINEOIL FILTERReplacethe engineoil filter everyseasonor everyotheroil change if the tractor isused morethan 100 hours in one year.AIR FILTERYour eng

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect p

2. Slide mowerundertractorwith deflec-tor shieldto rightside of tractor.3. Lowerlift leverto its lowestposition.4. Connectfront linksto mowerdeckandse

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT

5. Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides and keepers.6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALLMOWER" in this section of

2. Connectone end of the BLACKcableto the NEGATIVE(-) terminal(C) offully chargedbattery.3. Connectthe other end of the BLACKcable(D) to good chassisg

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement of theemission control devices and systems, whichare being done at the customers expense,may be performed by

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more._,WARNING: Never store

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not startHard to startEngi

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerCAUSE..3.PROBLEMLoss of power.5.6.7. Dirty fuel filter.

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions co

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMMower blades willnot rotatePoor grassdischargeHe

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397SCHEMATIC*1REo 113 BLACKBATTERY//__S_M _ REDAMMETER(OPTIONAL)WHITEJ)G AI(IGNITIONSWITCHFUSEI'©'C_I IL JCL

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2733972241I I//26TIIFiIiIi\\//////_ I I\\2932

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397ELECTRICALKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1634652 747604128 17668916 17613821 18375922 4152J24 4799J25 14614726 175158

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES283927831208209209208..646O2_74_2092092082O6 209chassis-Laser -It,stlt 2734

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1746192 1765545 1552729 187846X01310 STD53371011 17499613 172105

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397GROUND DRIVE197137557168166353415048515122/26 27drive*fender.stlt 3936

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273397GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 Transaxle (See Breakdown) 62Dana 4360-140 632

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273397STEERING ASSEMBLYI- _38_12I _ - 1- _/"-'_--13688651367 676715 1515_steering._pl.lt 474338

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Steering Wheel2 184706 Axle Assembly3 169840 Spindle Assembly,

DO:• Mow up and down slopes, not across.• Remove obstacles such as rocks, treelimbs, etc.• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-even terrain could over

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397ENGINE2372 /6281 13432_/31/40I33332923OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester3814Jengine-bs.lcyl 49KEY PARTNO. NO.1 170545

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273397SEAT ASSEMBLY\\\51112seat It.knob_92221KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1887162 1801663 711106164 191316105 145O066 STD5414377 12418

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397DECALS111013 1614KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563683 1847284 1847295 1908136 1336447 1847308 1723319 18489910 15643911 1791281

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397LIFT ASSEMBLY71346326519133213_321319201520KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1594602 1594713 105767X4 120000025 192116216 120183X7 1

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397MOWER DECK6746i-i147 14240-''_101102_105103345619F 2142 D man-t-path =stlt3\216212324252744

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 48 1339442

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397DANA TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER D4360-140/202122 2_2454////5556//57/5g5655/11,=...71...I7O5962/s 64/ //!//696Oi6

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D4360-140Key Part Key PartNo. No. Description No. No. Description1 170981 Housing,

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0112-E127 _=_I 1330 REPAIR MANUAL I307I 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I3@35

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0112-E1t029t0226170914102310226,6_404 O6t4216F 254_654S31266A_1266 0t

• Be sure the area is clear of other peoplebefore mowing. Stop machine if anyoneenters the area.• Never carry passengers or childreneven with the blad

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0112-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 6971

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273397BRIGGS ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 31H777,TYPE NUMBER 0112-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION524 69

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.2. Hold page before you so thai its left edg

Your HomeFor repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,no matter who made it, no

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 1.25 Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°FOil Capacity: W/Filt

SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4_F_r_ Steering WheelAdapterI II I@(1) Locknut 1/2-20(1) Large Flat WasherO1(1) Locknut 1/

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper

6. Lower seat into operating position andsit in seat.7. Slide seat until a comfortable positionis reached which allows you to pressclutch/brake pedal