Craftsman 917.275632 manual Check Deck Levelness, Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts

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TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and

function of controls)

1.Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest po- sition.

2.Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

3.Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4.Roll tractor forward off skid.

5.Remove banding holding deflector shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

(See Operation section for location

and function of controls)

_IbWARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the

Operation section of this manual. Be sure

tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

1.Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.

2.Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

3.Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

4.Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

5.Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi- tion.

6.Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position.

7.Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8.Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid.

9.Apply brake to stop tractor, set park- ing brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin- flated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

J CHECKL IS T

Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product.

Please review the following checklist: ,/All assembly instructions have been

completed.

,/No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ,/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-

ened securely.

,/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated at the factory).

,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated

for leveling).

,/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

While learning how to use your tractor, pay

extra attention to the following important items:

,/Engine oil is at proper level.

,/Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-

lar unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls - their

location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,/Be sure brake system is in safe oper- ating condition.

,/Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS)

are working properly (See the Opera- tion and Maintenance sections in this

manual).

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Contents Crrftsmrn Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation Service Safe Handling of Gasoline II. Slope OperationII1. Children IV, TowingGeneral Service Customer Responsibilities Repair Protection AgreementsUnpack Carton Check BatteryAdjust Seat Check Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsCheck Brake System To Drive Tractor OFF SkidFast Reverse Tractor To SET Parking Brake To USE Throttle ControlStopping To Move Forward and BackwardUsing the Reverse Operation System Operating in ReverseROS on To Operate MowerMents ADD GasolineMowing Tips OAT General RecommendationsTo Sharpen Blade Blade CareBlade Removal Battery Clean AIR Screen Engine OIL FilterAIR Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower Service or AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Level Mower Housing To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltMent To Remove Wheel for RepairsReplacing Battery To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AS- SemblyTo Adjust Carburetor Preliminary SettingFinal Setting EngineCylinders Fuel SystemEngine OIL Problem Cause3ORRECTION Start EngineProblem CorrectionProblem Cause OFFSchematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917,275632 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.275632 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part DescriptionPage Tractor - Model Number 917,275632 Ground Drive 875Steering KEY Part Description Optional Equipment Spark ArresterTractor - Model Number Seat Assembly KEYKEY Part NO. no DecalsWheels & Tires Lift Assembly Tractor - Model4oi€ Tractor - Model Number 917,275632 Mower DeckTractor - Model Number Mower Deck 850857Numbers Here KEY Part NO. no Description144I 24o Manual 697127 Crankshaft Choke 690947 Seal-Oil KEY Part Description Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXYour Home

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