Craftsman 917.27582 owner manual VER Neutral Adjustment, Transmission Removal Replacement, Ment

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Engine Pulley

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Clutching

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Stationary

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Center Span

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Transmission

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TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE-

VER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

1.Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel and lightly tighten.

2.Start engine and move motion con- trol lever until tractor does not move forward or backward.

3.Hold motion control lever in that posi- tion and turn engine off.

4.While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

5.Move motion control lever to the neu- tral (N) (lock gate) position.

6.Tighten adjustment bolt securely. NOTE: If additional clearance is needed

to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the

tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

1.Loosen the adjustment bolt.

2.Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

3.Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

4.Start engine and test.

5.If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

Motion Control

LeverLock

Gate

Adjustment

Bolt

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/

REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the

tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

1.Block up axle securely.

2.Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose).

3.Repair tire and reassemble.

NOTE: On rear wheels only: align

grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

4.Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

5.Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and use tire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant

also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

Washers

Retaining Ring

Axle Cover

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TERY

,_WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- erate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BAT-

TERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of

26this manual).

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Contents Jcrrftsmrnj Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation IV, Towing ServiceII1. Children Safe Handling of GasolineGeneral Service @@@@@Customer Responsibilities Repair Protection AgreementsKeys Install Seat Tools Required for AssemblyInstall Steering Wheel Carton Unpack CartonCheck Battery To Roll Tractor OFF Skid See Operation section for locationChecktire Pressure ChecklistCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Deck LevelnessReverse Neutral High LOW Slow Ignition Knowyour Tractor ROS onTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height To SET Parking BrakeOperating in Reverse To Adjust Gauge WheelsUsing the Reverse Operation System To Operate Mower Towing Carts and Other Attach Ments To Operate on HillsTo Transport Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelPurge Transmission To Start EngineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing Tips General Recommendations Fill in DatesBlade Care TractorOperator Presence System Reverse Operation System ROS Blade RemovalBatt E RY Engine Cooling System Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter IN-LINE Fuel Filter CleaningMuffler To Install Mower To Remove MowerTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Belt RemovalTo Adjust Brake Belt InstallationTo Check and Adjust Brake To Check BrakeMent VER Neutral AdjustmentTransmission Removal Replacement To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo Remove Hood and Grill AS Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb Preliminary Setting To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor EngineEngine OIL BatteryFuel System CylindersStart ProblemCause Correction Problemcause Dirty Fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel WaterProblem Cause Correction FastSchematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Electrical KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.275820 Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917.275820 Steering Assembly J39186093X428 Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Optional EquipmentTractor - Model Number Seat Assembly Part Description Wheels &TIRESKEY Part Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 1718Tractor - Model Number 917,275820 Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck Lo2/\ lo2lol RTV 20@ 1266A 305A PTO Kit Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillYour Home
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