Craftsman 917.25693 owner manual Custo ER Espons Lines, Brake Operation, Blade Care

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CUSTO ER ESPONS LINES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance

BRAKE OPERATION

if tractor'requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted_ (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual).

TnRES

oMaintain proper air pressure in afi tires (See "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual).

oKeep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber..

oAvoid stumps, stones, deel_ ruts, sharp objects and other'hazards that may cause tire damage°

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Replace bent or damaged blades.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16)

Care should be taken to keep the blade balance& An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage to mower and engine.

oThe blade can be sharpened with a rite or on a grinding wheel° Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.,

oTo check blade balance, you wilt need a 5/8" diameter steel boit, i_in,'oi-ac0ne balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with baF ancer)o

oSlide bladeon to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position.. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade.. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.,

CENTER HOLE

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BLADE

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15)

°Raise mower'to highest position to aliow access to blades.

Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade.

oInstall new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown_

oReassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order'as shown..

°Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft.,Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but ifyou do, be sure the blade is balanced°

BLADEMANDREL ASSEMBLY

TRAILING EDGE

HEX BOLT

(GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED

BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD,

5/8"BOLT

OR PIN

FiG. 16

BATTERY (See Fig. 17)

Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for'normal use° However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life..

=Acid solution level in each battery celt should be even with bottoms of vent wells. Add only distilled oriron free water if necessary. Do not overfill

o Keep battery and terminals clean..

Keep battery bolts tight.

oKeep vent caps tight and small vent holes in caps open. = Recharge at 6 amperes for'1 hour.

CUT AWAY VIEW

VENT

CAP

 

VENT

 

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WELL

 

 

BATTERY

 

CELL

ACID

 

LEVEL

 

FIG. 15

FIG. 17

 

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917.25693 specifications

The Craftsman 917.25693 is a robust and versatile lawn tractor designed for homeowners who seek efficiency and performance in maintaining their lawns. With its powerful engine and durable construction, this tractor stands out as an excellent choice for both residential and semi-professional use.

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