The Craftsman Garden Tractor, model number 917.273121, is a robust piece of equipment designed for homeowners managing lawns, gardens, and light landscaping tasks. Featuring a powerful 22 Gross HP engine, this tractor offers significant capability for its class, supporting versatile use with mowing, towing, and potential attachment integration. Built with Craftsman's reputation for durability and reliability, this garden tractor provides a strong value proposition, combining substantial power and functionality at a competitive price point for residential property maintenance.

This manual serves as a comprehensive guide to the assembly, operation, maintenance, and basic servicing of your Craftsman Garden Tractor. It covers essential systems including the powertrain, chassis, and electrical components, along with specific procedures for attachments like the mower deck. Within these pages, you will find detailed instructions for initial setup, safe operating practices, routine maintenance schedules, and simple adjustments and troubleshooting. The content is geared towards operator-level understanding, enabling owners and technicians to effectively maintain and prolong the life of their equipment.