Craftsman 917.275764 owner manual Replacing Battery, To Replace Headlight Bulb

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If"jumpercables"are used for emergency starting,followthis procedure: IMPORTANT:Yourtractor isequipped with a 12volt system.The othervehicle must also be a 12volt system.Do not use your tractor batteryto start other vehicles.

TOATTACHJUMPERCABLES-

1.Connectone end of the RED cable

to the POSITIVE(+) terminalof each battery(A-B),taking care not to short againsttractorchassis.

2.Connectone end of the BLACKcable to the NEGATIVE(-) terminal(C) of fully charged battery.

3.Connectthe other end of the BLACK cable (D)to goodchassis ground, awayfrom fuel tankand battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

1.BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

2.RED cable last from both batteries.

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Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery

REPLACING BATTERY

_IbWARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,

rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

1.Lift seat pan to raised position.

2.Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

3.Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

4.First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and

keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal

5.Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

Terminal

Keps

 

Nut _

Hex

 

Bolt

Positive (Red) Cable Negative (Black) Cable

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

1.Raise hood.

2.Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

3.Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in

the backside of the grill.

4.Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause

your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring

diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type

plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY

1.Raise hood.

2.Unsnap headlight wire connector.

3.Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at

sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

4.When replacing hood, be sure to re- connect the headlight wire connector.

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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 Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsCheck 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 MentReplacing Battery To Replace Headlight BulbTo 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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