Craftsman 917.25651 Tractor, Brake Operation, Tires, Blade Care, Blade Removal See Fig

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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 manua!).=

TIRES

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

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

°Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage..

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp_ Re- place bent or damaged blades_

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 9)

°Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

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

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

•Reassemble 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 HEATTREATED..

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced_

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG, 9

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 10)

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

tual damage to mower and engine..

•The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel.. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower..

•To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer_ (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- ancer)..

=Slide blade on 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 noL

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 10

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Contents Assembly o Operation Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Engine Exhaust from this product conTains chemicals known to the State of Califor Nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or otherMaintenance Agreement Product SpecificationsLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery ModelIndex Engine Maintenance Accesso Iesa Attach EntsPerformance Contents of Hardware Pack Tools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonBefore Rolling Tractor OFF Skid Unpack CartonConnect Battery See Figs AssemblyInstall Seat See Fig Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation LockOPERATmO KnowyourtractorHOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigOperatio To SET Parking Brake See FigOperathon To Operate on HillsTo Transport ADD GasolineOperation To Start Engine See FigLubrication Chart Maintenance Schedule AS YOU CompleteCustomer Respons General RecommendationsTractor Brake OperationTires Blade CareBattery Custom ResponsEngine BeltsClean AIR Screen See Fig Esponsu LinesAIR Filter See Fig Engine Cooling Fins See FigCleaning EspoMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Fig Service and Adjus EntsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing SideServmcea Adjustments To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive BeltTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Remove CABLES, Reverse OrderErvice a Adjustments To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly EngineTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig Preliminary SettingFinal Setting Acceleration TestTractor OtherFuel sYSTEM Engine OILProblem Cause =ROU LESHOOTmNG POmNrS CorrectionSchematic Tractor -- Model NumberElectrical Tractor - Model Number31\ Repair Parts Tractor --MODEL Number Chassis and EnclosuresRepair Parts NO. no11.-I Drive112--Tj 42 19131312 Washer 13/32X 13/16 X t2 Ga Belt RetainerNyl 503 Steering Assembly Repaur Parts Tractor - Model Npjmber Seat AssemblyInches Wheels & Tires DecalsInsert Hood 8113 Engine4033 29\ Repair Parts Lift Tractor --MODEL Number 917,256510161718 Tractor - Model Number 917,256510 Lift L.,HTRACTOR-- Model Number MowerDescription UNCDana Transaxle Model Number 5551 43 =Shaft Briggs & Stratton Engine Model Number 28N707, Type Number 127 137 Valve Overhaul KIT130 147 634B 137 164 123Briggs & Stratton Engine Model Carburetor Gasket SET544 877 601 209 783 311803 399265 32A284A 94073 Screw Hex Head 729A 225170 ERVmCE Notes Sighting Jide Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or TreeModel Number Engine Model NO. 28N707, Type no For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberPart Description