Craftsman 917.272962 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualJCRRFTSMIIN"I20.0 HPELECTRIC START46" MOWERAUTOMATICGARDEN TRACTORModel No.917.272962• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maint

5. Tum height adjustment knob counter-clockwise until it stops,6. Lower mower linkage with attachmentliftcontrol.7. Place the L.PL suspension arm onin

t/CHECKLISTBeforeyou operate and enjoy your hewtractor,we wishto assurethat you receivethe best performanceand satisfactionfrom thisQualityProduct.Ple

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractororinliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct.Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning,BATTERY CAUTION ORWARNINGREVERSE FORWARD FAST SL

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORComparethe illustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyoursel

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

The cutting height range is approximately1-1/2" to 4-1/2", The heights are mea-sured from the ground to the blade tipwith the engine not run

• Donotpushortowtractoratmorethantwo(2)MPH.• Toreengagetransmission,reverseaboveprocedure.NOTE:Topmtocthoodfrom damagewhentransportingyour tractorona

if the engine does not start afterseveral attempts, push choke controlin, wait a few minutes and try again. Ifengine still does not start, pull thecho

MOWINGTIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when themower housing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be propedy leveled forbest mowing performance. See

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this tractor does net coveritems that have been subjected to operatorabuse or negligence. To receive full value

Warranty... 2Safety Rules ... 3ProductSpecifications...

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) faststopping distance at high s

• Keep small vent holes open.• Recharge at 6-10 amperes forI hour,NOTE; The originalequipment batteryonyourtractorismaintenance free,Do notattempt to

DipstickCLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed a

CLEANING _,• Clean engine, battery, _;eat, finish, etc.of all for'sign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheels freeof all gasoline, oil, etc.•

• To lower one side of mower,.Ioosen liftlink adjustment nut on that side.NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nutwill change mower height about 3/16&qu

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake.1. Remove mower ddve belt (See "TOREPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark thetractoron levelsurface. Engageparkingbrake. For ease of servicethere is abeltinstallationguide decal on bottomof l

TO ADJUST STEER NGWREEL AL GN-MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal {left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removestee

_. Connect the other end of the BLACKcable to good CHASSIS GROUND,away from fuel tank and battery.;O REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -I. BLACK cable firs

HeadligM WireConnectorENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and sys-tems, which are being done at thecustomers expe

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachneiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instruCtionscould result ins

ro ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has been present at the_actory and adjustment should not benecessary. However, minor adjustmentmay be required to c

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.• l, CAUTION: Never store th

tROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMWill not startHard to startEnglnewill notturn overEngine clicks butwill not startLoss of powerCAUSEI. Out of fuel.2. Engin

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE CORRECTION3. Build-up of grass, leavesand trash under mower.4. Dirty air filter.5. Low oil level/dirty oil.6. Faulty spark

;'ROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTCAUSEPROBLEMPoor grass_ischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)1. Engine speed too slow.2. Travel speed too fast.3. W

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - MODEl. NUMBER 917,272962IAMMETER(OPTIONAL))EEl33NITIO_tWITCHIGNmoNSWITCHWIRING IN6ULATED CUPSNOTE: IF WIRING INSULATEDCLIPS WERE RE

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962ELECTRICAL11i29

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 144927 Battery2 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 145

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.272962CHASSISANDENCLOSURES17 14447122432 t7177_13038

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PART KEYNO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO.1 175465 Rdll, Fran_ RH 522 14_506 Drawbar, Gt 564 73800700

Ill. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mow

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962GROUND DRIVE4O41I11614772112IO0ri014O

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.2 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 72 s'r[To414313 7563R Washer, Thru

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.27296234326271931161742

STEERINGTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Wheel, Steedng2 175278 Axle Asm., Front3 6855M FWdng, Grease4 161849 Spln

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.27296218 15 17 47,.._/ i3713_j74js7483826 ' 3716 39829\[SPARK ARRESTER KIT J44

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KEY PARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 Engine (See Breakdown)Kohler Model No. CV675-7554g2 161063 Muffler5 13_00_00 Elbow

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.272962SEATASSEMBLY8KEY PARTNO. NO.1 14O1232 14(}5513 1406754 1270185 145O066 STD5414377 124181X8 17187710 15592512 121246X13 1

DECALSTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962171725221812KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1640942 1495163 1717024 1717O35 1408376 1336447 1715058 133179g 1632O410 15643911

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.272962LIFTASSEMBLY4O43381520 19 181648

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever2 159187 Shalt Asm., Lift Vgt3 159189 Lever Asm., Li

• Use slowspeed. Choose a lowgear sothat youwillnothave to stopor shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoidstartingorstoppingona slope. Iftireslose traction,dis

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962MOWER DECK45\46O 41\4936464239_47116117191172126j2713_1850

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 156948 Deck Weldment Mower 46 37 1314943 138457 Bracket Asm.,

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L129 • _ •151(2)52

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010LKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH2 164592 As

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L54

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.272962TRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER222-3010LKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144569 Shaft, Pump2 122716X Ring, Retaining3 122745X Beadng,

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 7554956

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549HEAONALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGiNE-MODEL NUMBER CV675,TYPE NUMBER 75549IGNITION / ELECTRICAL Ie.._l1--BLOWER HOUSING ANO BAFFLESl .,b_o8--

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675, TYPE NUMBER 75549IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTNO.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3.5 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 10W30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OILCAPACITY:

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.272962KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV675,TYPENUMBER75549TARTING SYSTEM I4.0T--Q_80iENGINE CONTROLS I5I16_17_ li__,_e_ $'_24qbI

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.272962KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV675,TYPENUMBER75549s'rARTtNG sYSTI=MKEY pARTNO. NO. DESCRiPTiONI M-839070.S Screw, hex, |

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675,TYPE NUMBER 75549EXHAUST IFUEL SYSTEM!18/g7\91013 1415

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272962KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV675,TYPE NUMBER 75549CRANKSHAFTFUEL SYSTEMKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSIGHTING "_GUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLI_ Operate your Tractor up and do

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SteeringWheel0SteeringWheel InsertSeat(1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) ShoulderBolt 5/16-18(1) KnobIMower :(4) Retainer Spdngs (single loop) (3

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

INSTALLSEATAdjustseatbeforetighteningadjustmentknob.1. Removeadjustmentknobandflatwashersecuringseattocardboardpackingandsetasideforassemblyofseattotr