Craftsman 917.272440 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's ManualICRI FTSMAWI20.0 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No.917.272440• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance•

CHECKTIREPRESSUREThetiresonyourtractorwareoverinflatedatthefactoryforshippingpurposes.Correcttirepressureisimportantfor bestcutting performance.• Redu

Thesesymbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literature suppliedwith the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BAI-rE RY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWA

KNOWYOURTRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yo

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

The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running.These

2. Pull freewheel control out and downinto the slot and release so it is held inthe disengaged position.• Do not push or tow tractor at more thantwo(2

7. Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to "START' position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuousl

8. Slowly move motion control leverforward, after the tractor movesapproximately five (5) feet, slowlymove motion control lever to reverseposition. Af

1.0,ar,_,_,meolte_w_enop_at_gur,_erahew_or_h_,mb_et_rnpe_tur_. 5 ffequ_ust_esystem.2. Set_ol i_nl ollen when o_maUng iqdlt'/or _b/con_tons3. _ eq

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

Warranty...2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

BATTERYYourtractor has a battery charging systemwhich is sufficientfor normal use. How-ever, periodic charging of the battery withan automotive charge

7. Refill engine with oil through oil filldipsticktube. Pour slowly. Do notoverfill. For approximate capacity see"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"sec

IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-tor, replacemen

ACAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,2, Place motion control lever in neut

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

MandrelPulleyTO ADJUST BRAKEYour tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake system which is mounted onthe side of the trensaxle.If tractor requires

1. Loosentheadjustmentbolt.2. Movethe motion control lever 1/4 to1/2 inch in the direction it is trying tocreep.3. Tighten adjustment bolt securely.4.

-peeve"rL.H.Panel_/ ,Bolt _REPLACING BATTERY(-),_ICAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and systems,which are being done at the customersexpense, may be performed by

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or ifthetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.CAUTION: Never storethe tract

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

'ROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSEWill not start 1. Out of fuel2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.Hard to startEnginewill notturn overCORRECTION1. Fill fuel tank.En

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSE CORRECTION_ROBLEM.oss of powercontinued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentclut

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM [CAUSEPoor grass _ 1. Engine_speed too slow.discharge2. Travel speed too fast. 2.I 3. Wet grass• 3.14. Mower deck not lev

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ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440i:?4

LECTRICALTRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery 12 Vott 28 Amp2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 unc x 3/48 15641

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440CHASSISAND ENCLOSURES396O33 143 _ 413 t"208

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440:HASSLEAND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONChassis StampingDrawbarScrew 3/8-16 x 3/4Bumper Hood/DashDashBolt,

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440GROUNDDRIVE2127011638

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440GROUNDDRIVE<EY PART KEY"_0. NO. DESCRIPTION NO,L ... Transaxle (See Breakdown) 66Hydro Gr 314-0510 703 1

III. 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 917.272440STEERINGASSEMBLY\\'\\4O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440STEERINGASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159944X428 Steedng Wheel2 154427 Axle Assembly STM P Dropped STL3 1698

ENGINETRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.27244029\OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester281342

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170546 Control,Throttle2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting I/4-20 x 5/83

SEATASSEMBLYTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440KEY PAR'I"NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Beat2 140551 Bracket, Pivot, Seat3 71110616 BOR4 191316

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27244012102O_12KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 156811 Decal, Oper, Instr. 13 177284 Decal

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440LIFTASSEMBLY37411367// I ,/3 /'/ 161319323213192015152O46

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 9t7.272440MOWERDECK116 113 111 1141t8_ i30 131 i__,_192 129 J/ 21\t6II

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 1498462 S'rD533

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear sothat you will not have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. Iftires lose

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER 314-05105O

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272440HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main Housi

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER 0121-E5029_ 10 y11_2-N267J 9_246 188 _:_222 _REQUIRESSPECI

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440BRIGGSANDSTRAI-rONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0121-E536_102960_102210291023 1022 13 211I 31_1022_1 _ 337_ 209

TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440BRIGGSANDSTRATrONENGINE-MODELNUMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0121-E5363o304019730_l_,oJ,03s1_t051 _311 462717_ 57969754

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.272440BRIGGS AND STRAI-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER407777,TYPE NUMBER0121-E5KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272440BRIGGS AND STRA'I-rONENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777,TYPE NUMBER0121-E5KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLOperate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (n

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDANDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: 4

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Steering Wheel©Steering ... _-.jSleeve©SteeringWheel Adapter1) Locknut5/16-18SteeringWheel Insert(1) Lockwasher3/8(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 1-1/4t tee

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

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