Craftsman 917.270830 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's Manual®1&0 HPELEOTRmO START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAW TRACTORModel No.917.270($30o Safetyo Assemblyo Operationo Maintenanceo

Weld Nut FromThe TopLockWeld WasherHook PointsDownLatchWasherMulcherPlateDeflectorShieldScrewLatchHookNutLock WasherWasherLatchHooksTO CONVERT TO BAGG

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwiththe product,Learnandunderstandtheirmeaning,BATTERYENGINE ONFUELCAUTION ORWARNINGENGINE O

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

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glass-es or

= Forbestcuttingperformance, grassover 6 inches in height should bemowed twice. Make the first cut relative-ly high; the second to desired height.TO O

See Storage Instructions for additionalinformation° Never use engine or carbure-tor cleaner products in the fuel tank or per-nent damage may occur.,CA

MULCHINGMOWINGTIPSIMPORTANT; For best perfomlance,keep mower housing free of built-up grassand trash. Clean after each use.o The special mulching blad

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICESERVICECheck Brake Operation 6_ 6##Check Tire Pressure _#P 64#

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

o Rinse the battery with plain water anddry,o Clean terminals and battery cable endswith wire brush until bright.o Coat terminals with grease or petro

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 2Product Specifications ...

o Reinstallcartridge, nut, precleaner,cover and secure with knob(s).IMPORTANT =Petroleum solvents, such askerosene, are not to be used to clean thecar

•_kCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:o Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.o Place gearshift lever in neutral (

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or ddveway. Make suretires are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SPE

BELT INSTALLATION -o Install new belt in reverse order ofremoval.MandrelPulley- Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guide&o

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-MENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not hod-zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi-tioned straight forward, remove

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULBo Raise hood.o Pull bulb holder out of the hole in thebackside of the grill.,, Replace bulb in holder and push bulbholder sec

TO ADJUST CARBURETORNOTE: The carburetor on this engine islow emission, it is equipped with an idlefuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap,which allo

Immediatelyprepareyour tractor for stor-age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be usedfor 30 days or more.,_kOAUTION: Never store th

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEWill not start o Out of fuel,Hard to start@propedy.° Engine flooded°Engine not "CHOKED"• Bad spark plug.•

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEEngine clicks butwilt not start(cont'd)Loss of power,, Loose or damaged wiring_o Faulty solenoid or starter.o C

,, Turn off blades when not mowing.o Stop engine before removing grasscatcher or unclogging chute.o Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.o Do

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEPoor cut - uneven grass, leaves, and trash(cont'd) around mandrels,o Remove obstruction.Mower blades willnot ro

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630BATTERYFUEL SHUI'-OFF . _ _~ :- : -: "_u_Hgn9sYSrea___ DIODE , ALTERNATOR { ',YOUR TRACTOR

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630I7O26;!t /J45!I29!IiI32

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630KEYNO.t2346816192o212224252628293o313233404t424344455270NOTE:PARTNOo DESCRIPTION14492574760412STD551025ST

TRACTOR-., MODEL NUMBER 917.270630CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2928123114376O53515554571434

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270630CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO NO, DESCRIPTION1 1603922 1403563 174906124 STD5510255 1552729 161917X0t310 STD5337

HTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630GROUND DRIVE318418521585151827•4815(1515126i2736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270830GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.2 1466823 123666X4 120000285 121520X6 174905128 15479210 ST

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630STEERING ASSEMBLY\._-_3111402538

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1544273 1564834 1574735 6266H6 121748X7 192720t68 120000299 3

G@Never make adjustments or repairs wi|hthe engine running.Grass catcher components are subjectto wear, damage, and deterioration,which could expose m

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27063038144 38 7833337429OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester23140

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9+17.270630KEYNO.123413t41516232931323335373840444662727881NOTE:PARTNO. DESCRIPTION1621571772O4101373522722931328032413

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630SEAT ASSEMBLYKEYNO.123456789lO1112PARTNO.140122140551STD52371019131610145006STD541437124181X17490616191316141559251

DECALS91114TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,27063013 6 3 485I020KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1563683 1632004 1632025 2738326 1336448 1632039 16320410 15643911 163207D

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.27063(}LIFT ASSEMBLY7/ // // // ii /111366519133213152O44

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger2 159471 ShaftAsm, Lift RH3 10576

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630MOWER DECK7668"'_104lO5106 "105106\2161318292746

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270630MOWER DECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.I 144393 Mower Housing 51 STD5414102 STD533t07 Bolt 52 1398883

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270630DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-113202122242532I011o534.12575945464748496162i770

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270630DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 4360-113KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO., DESCRIPTION NO. NOo DESCRIPTION1234567891011121314

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADED&ND TYPE: REGULAROIL TYPE SAE 30 (above 32°F)IAPI-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)OIL

TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.917.270630BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-I_iODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E111718i337230b61423O1_"REQUIRES SPEC

TRACTOR - - MODEL HUMBER 917.270630BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1127 138 106 987137O105 10451 142121 CARBURETOR

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270630BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1_5233 20 634A 842 524 868 8_A358 GASKET SE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270630BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E12097286632652014821019 LABEL KIT]Ito58ow._

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270630BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO, N

TRACTOR - ,, MODEL NUMBER 917.917.270630BRtGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO.

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For the repair or replacement parts you needdelivered directly to your homeCall 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week1..SO0=366=PART(1-800-366-7278)Para ordenar

(1)LargeFlat Washer(1) Hex Bolt3/8-I6 x 1(1) Lockwasher3/8(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18x 1-1/4 _ (1) Locknut5/16-18(1) Shoulder Bolt5/16-18(t) Washer17/32 x I-3

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE(2) Screws (2) Lock#t 0 x 5/8 Washers #10(2)WeldNuts#10Parts packet separately in carton©Seat-,, Video'_,) Cass

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

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCONNECT BATTERY,_kCAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any otherobject to contact both terminals