Craftsman 917.256544 owner manual Engine, Belts, Transaxle Cooung, Lubrication

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RESPO [LITIES

V-BELTS

Check V,belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOUNG

Keep tmnsax[e free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality'detergent oil rated with API service ciassification SF or SG Select the oil'sSAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE ViSCOSiTY GRADES

F

-20"

0

30 _

32" 40 °

f2-9_

80

f00 _

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change, All oil must meet AFq servlce cg,,ss#tcahon SF or SG,

Be sure tractor is on level surface

oOil wll drain more freely when warm. Catch oi {n a suitable container,

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oi!.

o Reh-novedrain plug.

oAfter oil has drained cornpleteiy, repiace oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oii fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfil. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPEC[FtCATIOHS' on page 3 of this manual.

Use gauge on eli fi! cap/dipstick _or checking !eve[ Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fi/cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking

reading. Keep oil at"FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished,

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TEMPERA'IURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE						AiR CLEANER
		FIG, !5				AiR CLEANER
		FIG, !5				COVER	oWiNG NUT

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oi!.

Change the oil after the Iirst two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil I÷ve[ before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

PAPER CARTRBDGE

AIR

SCREEN

PLUG

FIG. 18

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Contents Model Number 917.256544 Ownersmanual NFTZMONI1. Slope Operation Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersIII. Children Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EQUJPIVlENT Maintenance AgreementMited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Product SPECIFmCATIONSIndex Perforance Engine MaintenanceContents of HARDWARE. Pack HOW to SET UP Your Tractor Tools Required for AssemblyT3,-/I 3rLockWAS.ER To Remove Tractor from CartonCheck Tire Pressure Asse LYCheck Brake System Deck See FigOSCNARGiNG Nstall Mulcher PLf4TE See FigsTo Convert to B,GNG or Clutch Engaged Clutch Disengaged Hydrostatic Free Wheel LockKnow Your Tractor To SET Parking Brake See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo USE Throttle Control See Fig Stopping See FigBefore Starting the Engine 0ONTo Transport ADD GasouneMulching tVIOWiNG TiPS To Start Engine See FigGeneral Recommendations Service DatesMaihtenance Schedule Before Each USETo Sharpen Blade See Fig CustoilitiesTires Belts EngineTransaxle Cooung LubricationClean AiR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Clean AiR Screen See FigAIR Filter See Fig MufflerNoLNE Fuel Rlter See Fg CleaningEngine OL Filter See Fig To Remove Mower See Fig Service AdjustmeTo iNSTALL Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing Service AI AdjustmentsSee Fig To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTI4ANSAXLE SHIFEI*I Linkage ANE ADo JUSbIENT See qgs To Adjust Teerng Wheel AlgnentFbont Wheel TOE4NICAIBER To Reove Wheel for EpairsTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig Service AdjustmentsPositweterminal Negatdveterminal To Replace Headlight BulbX, 1I,CARBURETOR MW Result if Needle DAMAC,E 1O the HeedlesEngne TractorFuel System Engine OILOAUSECORRectaM TROUBLESHOOT! Points ProblemCause CorrectionSchematic GOi KEY ElectricalPart Description392G KEY Part Chassis and EnclosuresPage Drive Tractor o Model Number 917,256544NO. no Part DescriponSiesrn G ASSertiVeLY Description Steering AssemblyKEY Paft Seat Assesbly FL&O @R !OEEL NU , BBR 9!7o25 s544KEY Part KEY Part DesgrptioDecals Tractor o Model NumberWheels & Tires KSY PartOptional Equipment Tractor o o Model NumberENGmNE KEY Part Description EngineAOWER Lift 49i Tractor Model Nuiber 917o256544Mower Lift Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part DescriptionMower Deck Descrbption Mower DeckDescrption Peerless Transaxle = Model Number 930-057A Tractor Model NumberPart NO. no Description Tractor = Model Number 917o256544REF Part BL..WER Hous Anksnaft Kohler Engine o Model Number CV15S Type Nubiber PS-41526Baffles Kohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41526Crankshaft KEY Part Engine Controls Kohler Engine o Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-4!526 Tractor = Model NumberFU EL System Kohler Engine = Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41526Cymnder HEAD, Valve Breather KEY Part DescrwptionKohler Engine Model Number CV15$, Type Number PS41525 KEY Part DESCRIPT!ON Kohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS-41526OIL PAN / Lubrication Crankcase KEY Part NO. noCE Notes Suggested Guide for SiGHTiNG Slopes for Safe Operation Part Number Part Description For Repair SERVICE, Call This Toll Free NumberFON-PART