Craftsman 917.27621 Owner's Manual

02148Owner’s ManualThis product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en gine, read

10Shoulder BoltGauge Wheel3/8 WasherAd just ing BarPinRetainer Spring3/8-16 CenterLocknutSet All Wheels To 4th HoleFrom TopINSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BE

11✓CHECKLISTBefore you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best per for mance and sat is fac tion from this Quality Prod

12OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSA

13KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiar

14Push-In to “Dis en gaged”Attachment Clutch Switch Pull Out To “Engage”ThrottleControl“Disengaged”PositionParking Brake“Engaged” PositionGear Shift

15Retainer SpringClevisPinTO OPERATE MOWERYour tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the

16TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er than 15° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide at

17MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to trac tor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing perfo

1802502MAINTENANCEBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake OperationClean Air FilterChange Engine Oil (with oi

19BladeBlade Bolt (Special)Center HoleStarMandrelAssemblyBLADE REMOVAL 1. Raise mower to highest position to al-low access to blades.NOTE: Protect yo

2TABLE OF CONTENTSWARRANTYWarranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product

20BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging sys tem which is suf fi cient for normal use. How- ev er, periodic charging of the bat tery with an auto

214. After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve turning clock wise. Use the 7/16" (11mm) wrench to apply a small amount of torque t

22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parki

23TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SP

2402790R.H. MandrelCoverR.H.MandrelIdlerPulleysElectricClutchPulleyTO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELTMOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Park tractor on a level sur

25TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal

26TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS FRONT WHEEL -1. Block up axle securely.2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.3. Rep

27TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb hold er out of the hole in the back side of the grill.3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb

28Clamp ScrewSwivel0211802119Clamp ScrewStopTO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to s

29STORAGEImmediately 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: Ne

3SAFETY RULESI. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.• Do not put

30Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKE

31Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too 1. Raise cutting height/reduce fast.

32Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.not rotate mechanism.

3315 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE

193320 Rev. 5 12.29.04 MH/TR/RD Printed in U.S.A.Para pedir servicio de reparacióna domicilio, y para ordenar piezas:1-888-SU-HOGARSM

4SAFETY RULESII. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or deat

5SAFETY RULES• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipm

6PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-SL

7Steering WheelSteeringSleeveSteeringWheelAdapterSteeringWheelInsertSeat(1) Knob(1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 GaugeKeys(2) KeysSlope Sheet(1) Oil Drai

802173Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and

9NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.INSTALL SEAT