Craftsman 917.271822 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's ManualJCRRFTSMI H°I19.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.271822• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance•

CHECKTIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflatedat the factory for shipping purposes.Correct tire pressure is important for bestcutting p

I/CHECKLISTBEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BAI_ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORW

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize y

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

These heights are approximate and mayvary depending upon soil conditions,height of grass and types of grass beingmowed.• The average lawn should be cu

• Do not push or tow tractor at more thantwo (2) MPH.• To reengage transmission, reverseabove procedure.NOTE: To protect hood from damagewhen transpor

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F andabove)8. When engine starts, slowly pushchoke control in untilthe enginebegins to run smoothly. If the enginestarts to

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

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TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIftractor requires more than six (6) feetstoppingdistance at high spe

NOTE: The originalequipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of ele

OitDrainVatveClosedand _Locked F_ I 41___PositiOncap_DrainTubeCLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirtandchaff to prevent engine damage fr

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

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

Mandrel IdlerPulleysPulleyMandrelTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractoris equipped with an adjustablebrake system which is mountedon theside of the transaxle.Ift

MoUon Control Neutral Lock GateLev_Adjustment BoltTRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-MENTShould your transmission requireremoval for service or replacement,

Positive terminal must be connected firstto prevent sparking from accidentalgrounding.1. Lift hood to raised position.2. Remove terminal guard.3. Disc

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,_oosen casing clamp screw and movechoke cable until choke is completelyclosed. Tighten casing clamp screwsecur

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.• 1,CAUTION: Never store the

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMWillnotstartHard to startEnginewlll notturn overEngine clicks butwill not startLoss of powerCAUSE1. Out of fuel.2. Engine

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEMLoss of power(continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentclutch engagedPoor

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTPROBLEMPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)CAUSE1. Engine speed too slow.2. Travel speed too fast.3. Wet gra

SCHEMATICTRACTOR o- MODEL NUMBER 917.271822BATTERYAMMETER(OPTIONAL)IGNITIONi SWITCHIGNmON SWITCHFUSE ' ,__ Sr,_4ER_]_i _ :4' : r_" i I

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822261134

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES2072075420836

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822CHASSISAND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 174619 Chassis2 176554 DPa_ar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/45 15527

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822GROUNDDRIVE3216_ 52623029t26ii 2121163638

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822GROUND DRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 65 _1143 Was

III. CHILDRENTragic accidents can occur ifthe operatoris not alert to the presence of children.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowi

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822STEERINGASSEMBLYL,H4O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 SteedngWheel2 154427 Front Axle Assembly3 169840 Spindle Assemb

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822313914_25 8132° /29\I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester1342

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170547 Control Throt Paddle2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T3 ... En

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t 7.271822SEATASSEMBLY8 B:';_-'__;_-.. 4KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Seat 3450 SIIdblk Craftsman2 t4(_51 Br

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822146 2227111413KEY PARTNO. NO,1 1564392 1772533 1716964 1716975 1766816 1336447 1718099 16320411 15681113 1460

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822LIFTASSEMBLY132O152046

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271822LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 LiftLever Inner Wire Asm.2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift3 105767X Pin Groove

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822MOWERDECK34106_ 102 103 105102j_'21 22i! 23 24 2548

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27t 822MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 Mower Housing 59 1410432 S1_533167 Bo6 6

• Useslowspeed.Choosealowgearsothatyouwillnothavetostoporshiftwhileontheslope.• Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope.Iftires lose traction, disengage thebl

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main Ho

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3I 1019 LABELKIT I[ 1,58 OWNER'S MANUAL illit RE

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.271822BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3697_30._[ 51011_051_513 802_r797 @544 I8078:3 332934

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822BRIGGS& STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIP

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271822BRIGGS & STRATTONENGINE-MODELNUMBER42E707,TYPE NUMBER2631-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRI

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONIONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL¢DI_ perate your Tractor up and down the face of slop

>RODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3,5 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDNDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30A,PI-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY:

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Steering WheelAdapterj- .(1) Large FlatWasher\\\SteeringSleeve/Insertt teeringExtensionShaft(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 1-1/4(1) Lockw

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

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and fiatwasher securing seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for