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

7.Release parking brake.

8.Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid.

9.Apply brake to stop tractor and set

parking brake.

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

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated 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 housing

should be properly leveled. See '_O 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 replacing 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 'qO 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: ,I 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

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-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 free- wheel control is in '_transmission engaged" position (see 'qo Transport" in the Operation 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, regular unleaded gasoline.

,/Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

,I Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

,/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and

transmission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents Jcrrftsmiiwi Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am 5 pm, Mon SatLimited Warranty on Battery WarrantyLimited Warranty On Craftsman Riding Equipment Neutral, you may lose control of the tractor General OperationI1. Slope Operation IV. Service Do notRemove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc Product Specifications Repair AgreementCustomer Responsibilities Gasoline Gallons Capacity Unleaded Type RegularUnpack Carton Adjust SeatTo Remove Tractor from Carton Checklist Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemFailure to follow instructions Attachment Clutch Switch Used Know Your TractorDrive Pedal FreewheelHOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels To Operate MowerTo Stop Mower Blades To Operate on HillsTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start EnginePurge Transmission Mowing TipsBefore Each USE Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Battery Brake OperationTires Operator Presence SystemEngine Transaxle Pump FluidTransaxle Cooling BeltsMuffler Clean AIR ScreenClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Gaged CleaningTo Remove Mower To Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment with Bubble LevelLevel Decal Brake PedalBoth Front Links Must be Equal Length Alternate SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment MethodFRONTO-BACKADJUSTMENT Mower Drive Belt Removal Mower Drive Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Pulleyring To Replace Mower BladeSecondary Drive Belt To Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust BrakeTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Remove Wheel for Repairs Engine To Replace Headlight LampInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AS SemblyTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorFinal Setting Preliminary SEI-I-INGBattery OtherFuel System Engine OILCause Troubleshooting ChartProblem Troubleshooting Chart CorrectionOwer blades will Rmt rotate MechanismTroubleshooting Chart Problem Cause CorrectionService Note Tractor --MODEL Number Schematic SparTractor - Model Number 917,272247 Electrical Tractor --MODEL Number Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. DescriptionTractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917.272247 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTIONTractor --MODEL Number Ground Drive Tractor -- Model Number Ground Drive KEY Part DescriptionTractor - Model Number Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number 917.272247 Steering Assembly 72 19182411 Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/20D 11GaSpark Arrester Tractor - Model Number EngineOptional Equipment 169837 Tractor - Model Number Seat Assembly KEY Part DescriptionTractor --MODEL Number DecalsTractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 18 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Tractor --MODEL Number Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number Mower Deck =ooo OcDTractor - Model Number Hydro Gear Transaxle - Model Number Pin, JackshaftCrankcasei HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY Part Description Crankcase KEY Part DescriponDre ArriveJ KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION KEY Part NO. noDmarrant Svstme I Moteur Contr61e Starting System Engine Controls KEY Part NO. noEchappement Fuel SvstmeExhaust KEY Part Description 24-041-02-S Gasket, exhaust 25-072-04-S Stud, MSxl.25x33Not Illustrated Description Kit, carburetor w/gaskets IncludesPage Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Your Home MY-HOME Anytime, day or night A. and Canada
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