Craftsman 917.275764 Check Operator Presence System, Check Reverse Operation ROS System

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TRACTOR

Alwaysobservesafetyrules whenper- formingany maintenance.

BRAKE OPERATION

Iftractor requiresmore than five (5)feet to stop at highestspeed in highestgear on a level,dry concrete or pavedsurface,then

brakemust be checkedand adjusted. (See "TOADJUSTBRAKE"in the Service and

Adjustmentssectionof this manual).

TIRES

•Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub-

ber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as de- scribed, repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is in the disen- gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM

•When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running and the at- tachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutch should never op- erate unless the operator is in the seat.

ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM

•When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine.

•When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should NOT shut off the engine.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades.

A CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manu- facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL

1.Raise mower to highest position to al- low access to blades.

2.Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade.

3.Install new or resharpened blade

with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

4.Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as

shown.

5.Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft.

Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.

If bolt needs replacing, replace only with approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts.

Trailing

 

Mandrel As: _embly

Edge Up_

Blade

Centel

 

 

 

 

Hole

Flat

 

 

Lock Washer

¢_-Blade Bolt

TO SHARPEN BLADE

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening

blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause

excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine.

•The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

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Contents Jcrrftsmrnj Year on Tractor Days on BatteryGeneral Operation Safe Handling of Gasoline ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingGeneral Service Agreements ProductKeys Install Seat Tools Required for AssemblyAssemble Extension Shaft and Boot Install Steering WheelTo Roll Tractor OFF Skid See Operation section for location Check BatteryCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Deck LevelnessCheck Brake System Property damage Attachment Clutch Lever Used Know Your TractorStopping To SET Parking BrakeTo Operate Mower To Adjust Gauge WheelsUsing the Reverse Operation System Operating in ReverseBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL Level To Operate HillsTo Transport Towing Carts and Other Attach MentsPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips General Recommendations MA,.TE.A.SCCE.EOULEBlade Removal Check Operator Presence SystemCheck Reverse Operation ROS System Blade CareEngine Lubrication Engine Cooling System Clean AIR ScreenEngine OIL Filter AIR FilterIN-LINE Fuel Filter CleaningMuffler Spark PlugsTo Remove Mower To Install MowerTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Motion Drive Belt To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake To Check BrakeTo Start Engine with a Weak BAT Tery Transaxle Motion Control LE VER Neutral AdjustmentTransmission Removal Replacement MentTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing BatteryTo Remove Hood and Grill AS- Sembly Engine To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor Preliminary SettingCylinders BatteryTractor Engine OILStart Engine ProblemCause Correction ChokedCont Problem CauseOFF Problem Cause CorrectionOlllll,o Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive 45% Tractor - Model Number Steering Assembly KEY Part Optional EquipmentTractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires DescriptionTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Includes 206 KEY Part Description 434 1006 601 690946 Plug-Oil Drain 141 495931 Kit-Choke Strap-Starter Page Only Ride UP and Down HILL, not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationSearsBrands,LLC

917.275764 specifications

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