Craftsman 917.274961 Manuel du propriétaire

Owner's ManualICRRFTSMRH°J21.0 HPELECTRIC START46" MOWERAUTOMATICGARDEN TRACTORModel No.917.274961• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELTBe sure tractor is on level surface andmower suspension arms are raised withattachment lift control. Engage parkingbrake.1

V'CHECKLISTBefore you operate and enjoy your newtractor, we wish to assure that you receivethe best performance and satisfactionfrom this Quality

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied withthe product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWA

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

Theoperationofanytractorcanresultinforeignobjectsthrowninto Ithe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye shields

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

Use an appropriate means of tying hoodto tractor (rope, cord, etc.).TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATrACH-MENTSTow only the attachments that arerecommended by

• The attachmentsand grounddrive cannowbe used.if the engins doe6 notacceptthe load, restarttheengk_eand allowit towarmup for one minuteusingthe choke

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

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

TRACTORAlways observe safety mias when perform-ing any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIftractor requiresmore then six (6) feetstoppingdistance at high spe

NOTE: The originalequipment battery onyourtractor is maintenancefree. Do notattemptto openor remove caps or covers.Adding or checking level of electro

CLEANAIRSCREENAirscreenmustbekeptfreeofdirtandchafftopreventengine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove dirt and

_ AUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED pos

To obtain the best cutting results, themower housing should be adjusted sothe front is approximately 1/8=to 1/2"lower than the rear when the mowe

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION9. Install belt in both idlers. Make surebelt is in both bolt keepers at the idlersas shown.10.Install new belt onto elec

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELTPark the tractor on level surface. Engageparking brake. For ease of service thereis a belt installation guide decal onbctl

TO ADJUST TOE-IN -1. Loosen jam nuts at adjustmentsleeves on tie rod.2. Adjust tie rod until dimension "A" is1/8" to 1/4" less tha

REPLACING BA'n'ERY_ILCAUTION: Do not short batteryterminals by allowing a wrench or anyother object to contact both terminals atthe same tim

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and sys-tems, which are being done at thecustomers expense, may be performedb

IMPORTANT: This cutting mach ne is capable,of amputating han.ds and tae_t_d.throwingobjects. Failure to observe the following safety mstrusnons coU,u

TO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetorhas been present at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary, However, minor adjustmentmay be required to co

immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor willnot be used for 30 days ormore.A CAUTION: Never store the tr

TROUBLESHOOTINGCHARTPROBLEMWill not start 1.2.3.4.5.6,7.18.9.Hard to startEngine will notturn overEngine clicks butwill not startCAUSEOut of fuel.Engi

TROUBLESHOO_NG CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORREC_ONLoss_power 1. Cufingtoomuchgms_ooExcessivevlbr_lonEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattach

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction.not rotate mechanism.2. Worn/damaged mow

sCHEMATICTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,27496135

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961ELECTRICAL222936

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 144927 Baltery2 74760412 Bo;t Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Batter/10 145

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.274961CHASSISANDENCLOSURES13837141ISO 12_38

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961CHASSISANDENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTIONt 175465 Rail, Frame RH2 175282 Drawhar, Gt4 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 U

IU. CHILDRENTragicaccidents can occur if the operatoris not alert tothe presence ot childmn.Children are often attracted to themachine and the mowing

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.274961GROUNDDRIVE1444271 65_53 SS1 7 1 0 1 il 60 6238 37 46161112144413

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961GROUNDDRIVEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.2 9396E Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 107 1547396 $1_561210 Pin, Cotter

STEERINGTRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917,2749612331//16/\\\\'\\\ {42

STEERINGTRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 139768 Wheel, Steerlng2 178557 Axle Asm., Front3 6855M Fitting, Grease4 t61849 Sp

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.27496118 15 1737168O69 5229\I SPARK ARRESTER KIT J44

ENGINETRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 ... Engine (See Breakdown)Kshler Model No. CV624-655772891011121516171820212224

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961SEATASSEMBLYKEY pARTNO, NO. DESCRIPTION1 140123 Seat2 140651 Bracket, pivot Seat3 14_675 Strap, Fender4 127018X Bolt, Sho

DECALSTRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.2749611771712KEY PARTNO. NO.1 164_42 1495163 1717(_4 1717035 14_8378 1336447 1774155 1776289 16320410 15643911 177781

TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.274961LIFTASSEMBLY4O3942 433835 73732 31 890 10• 1I'_ ]"_.. 3\20 19 18151648

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 121006X Rod Asm., Lever2 177535 Shatt Asm., Lift Vgt3 159189 Lever Asm., Ult Rh4

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

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961MOWERDECK4$4649 414g464711721285O

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961MOWERDECKKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 156948 DeckWeldrnentMower 46 36 19131316 Washer 13/32

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961TRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER331-3000I52

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917,274961TRANSAXLE-MODELNUMBER331-3000KEY PARr _'Y PARrNO. NO. DESCRIP]ION NO. NO. DESCRIPI_0N1 161122 Math Housing Assembly

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER 65577CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I_D1347-/IQt3I2m1_ ,pIla54

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624S,TYPENUMBER65577HEAD/VALVE/BREATHERCRANKCASEKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DE

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER65577_NITION/ELECTRICAL I_-,,_ ,,_AIR INTAKE JBLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES Ie

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624S,TYPENUMBER65577IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLESKEY PART KEY PARTNO, NO. DES

TRACTOR-MODELNUMBER917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624S,TYPENUMBER65577_TARTING SYSTEM I/ENGINE CONTROLS J II\2SOIL PAN I LUBRICATION I1S

TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBER CV624S,TYPE NUMBER65577STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/1.UBRICATIONKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTI

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONSIASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS;APACITY UNLEADEDNDTYPE: REGULAROILTYPE SAE 10W30API-SF-SJ): (ABOVE 32°F)SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32°F)OIL CAPACITY: W

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624S,TYPENUMBER65577CRANKSHAF'rJFUEL SYSTEM I--tEXHAUSTJ4/1S7 88 13146O

TRACTOR- MODELNUMBER917.274961KOHLERENGINE-MODELNUMBERCV624S,TYPENUMBER65577CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEMKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 24-014-72-S Crankshaft

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL____..o.,_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face o

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Steering WheelSteedngWheel InsertSeat(1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge_(1) KnobMower(2)Flanged ,_(1)Front Plat e_ .'__Assembly _(2) Retainer Sp

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 tighteningadjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher secudng seat to cardboardpacking and set aside for as