Engine – Craftsman 917.272281 User Manual

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the
emission coritroi devices and systems, which
are being dcxie at the customers expense,

may be performed by any non-road engine
repair estabiishment or iridividuai. Warranty
repairs must be performed by an authorized
engine manufactureras senÀce outiet

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

The throttie controi has been preset at the
factory and adjustment shouid not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de
scribed beiow before loosening cabie. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
foiiows;

1. With engine not running, move throttle

control lever to fast position.

2. Check that swivel is against stop. If it is

not, loosen cable clamp screw and
pull cabie back until swivel is against

stop. Tighten cable clamp screw
securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. Check adjustment as de
scribed below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:

1. With engine not running, move choke

control (located on dash panel) to full
choke position.

2. Loosen knob and remove cover

assembly from air cleaner.

3. Choke should be closed. If it is not,

loosen casing clamp screw and move

choke cable until choke is completely
closed. Tighten casing clamp screw
securely.

4. Replace air cleaner cover assembly

and tighten knob.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your

engine does not operate properly due to
suspected carburetor problems, take your

tractor to an authorized service center for

repair and/or adjustment.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust - damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified
service center,, which has proper equip

ment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

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