Craftsman 917.273663 Check for Proper Position ALL Belts, Check Deck Levelness, Checklist

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5.Place motion control lever in neutral

(N)position.

6.Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest posi- tion.

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

8.Release parking brake.

9.Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.

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

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect 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 trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

,/CHECKLIST

Before you operate 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.

¢" Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel

control is in "transmission engaged" po- sition (see "To Transport" in the Opera- tion section of this manual).

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 operat- ing condition.

¢" It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans-

mission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-

MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents CRRFT.TMRN Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIII. Children IV. ServiceDo not API-SG-SL Repair Protection Agreements Sears Installation ServiceCustomer Responsibilities To Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack Carton HOW to SET UP Your Tractor Check BatteryAdjust Seat Checklist Check for Proper Position ALL BeltsCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake System@@@@ Know Your Tractor To Move Forward Backward To Adjust Gauge Wheels To Operate MowerTo Transport MentsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations DatesBlade Removal BatteryOperator Presence System To Clean Battery and Terminals Transaxle CoolingTransaxle Pump Fluid BeltsClean AIR Screen Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower To Remove MowerAlternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Method To Level Mower HousingSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble Level Mower Drive Belt Installation Both Front Plate Links Must be Equal in LengthTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Mower Drive Belt RemovalTo Replace Mower Blade To Check and Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Start Engine with a Weak BAT- TeryTo Remove Hood and Grill AS- Sembly Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Final SettingTractor Engine Fuel SystemEngine OIL CylindersStart ProblemCause Correction Loss of power Problem Cause CorrectionProblem CauseSchematic Tractor - Model NumberElectrical Electrical KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Chassis and Enclosures Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917,273663 Ground Drive Tractor - Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number 917.273663 Steering Assembly KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917,273663 EngineTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Seat Assembly KEYKEY Part DecalsWheels Tires Lift Assembly KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917,273663 Mower Deck Mower Deck RdhdRll KEY Part Description CYLINDERHEAD, Valveand Breather Crankcasej KEY Partdescription HeadnalveibreatherCrankcase IGNITION/ELECTRICALJ Blower Housing and Baffles Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION PartNot Illustrated AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION Not IllustratedOIL PAN / Lubrication J Screw, hex. flange Crankshaftj Crankshaft KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONSuggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Degrees MAXIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiOur Home

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