Craftsman 917.272233 Check Tire Pressure, Check Mower Levelness, Belts, Check Brake System

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NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-sideto give space between plate and mower brackets. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

10. Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into looking bracket.

_CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

11.Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain

with double loop retainer spring.

12.If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from

mower suspension.

13.Raise deck to highest position. 14.Adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractorwere ovednflatod at the factory for shippingpurposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results,mower should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Serv;ce and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER PosmoN OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion, mower drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of thismanual. Verifythat the belts

are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate yourtractor, check to see that the brake is propedy adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service and Adjustmentssection of this manual.

o/CHECKLIST

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.

v" No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is properly prepared and

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

tightened securely.

/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-fo-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 property around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check widng. 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 w_thfresh, clean,

regular 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 operating condition.

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