Craftsman 917.252560 manual Accessories and Attachments, ENGnNEE, Maintenance, Performance

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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor

ENGnNEE

 

MAINTENANCE

 

SPARK PLUG GAS CAN

ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER

BLADES

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PERFORMANCE

Sears offers a wlde variety of attachments that fit your tractor Many of these are listed below with brief explanations of how they can help you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years - more attachments may be added, changes may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be avaifabIe or fit your model. Contact your nearest Sears store for the accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor.

Most of these attachments do not require additional hitches or conversion kits (those that do are indicated) and are designed for easy attaching and detaching.

AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a healthy lawn, Ta- pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in.. Steel weight tray for increased penetration°

BAGGER lets you collect grass clippings and leaves for a healthier, nearer looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold 30-gallon plastic bags

BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage

CARTS make hauling easy. Variety of sizes available, plus accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover, protective mat and dolly

CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois- ture and nutrients to reach grass roots. 364nch swath. 24 hardened steel coring tips. 150 Ib capacity weight tray

EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.. FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain,

GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or3 pull-behind attachments at once, such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers, carts or other heavy attachments)

GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain For mower decks not so equipped.

MULCH RAKFJDETHATOHER loosens soil and flips thatch and matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup.. Twenty spring fine teeth, Useful to prepare bare areas foreeeding. Available for front

or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTtON SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 364nch wide path and tosses thatch into large hopper. Mounts behind tractor,

MULCHING CLOSE*OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you mulch, discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convertible mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this manual.

RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a pickup truck.. Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x I0 lumber.

ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 184nch diameterwater-tight drum holds up to 390 Ibs of weight° Rounded

edges prevent harm to turf, Adjustable scraper automatically cleans drum.

SNOW BLADE for snow removal only. 14-inch high, 48-inch wide blade clears 42-inch path when angled left or right. Raises, lowers with side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight..)

SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath Drum-type auger handles powdery and web'heavy snow. Mounts easily with simple pin arrangement Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat., 6-inch diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet. Lift controlled at

tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar weight..)

SPRAYERS use 12-volt DC electric motor that connects to the

tractor battery or other 12-volt source.. Includes booms for automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying, Wand has adjustable spray pattern° For applying herbicides, insectF cides, fungicides and Iiquid fertilizers

SPREADER/SEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-

ing easy. Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de- icers and sand.

SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves.

TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds, cultivate and compost garden residue,r Tiller has its own built-in lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch.. Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simply hook up to the tractor

drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for dethatching, aerating, hilling., .without tools.

TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross links give smooth ride, outstanding traction_

TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel frame, ABS plastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree visibility. Hinged metal doors with catch. Keepsoperatorwarm and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/ tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper; 12-volt amber caution light for mounting on cab top.

VACS for powerful collection of heavy grass clippings and leaves,, Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach places° VAC/CH1PPER includes a chipper-shredder.

WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications. Uses (1) 55 Ib weight,.

WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for snow removal or dozing heavy materials.

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Contents Model Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers LIMITF.D 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Maintenance AgreementCustomer Responsibqlitues Product SpfecufrcationsNIBE× Maintenance Accessories and AttachmentsENGnNEE Performance2Ve,dNuts1o Hardware PackTo Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Rolung Tractor OFF Skid Unpack CartonHOW to SET UP Your Tractor AssemblyPrepare Battery See Figs, 2A and 2B Install Seat See FigCheck TiRE Pressure Install Battery See Figs a and 4BCheck Deck Levelness Chck for Proper Position of ALL BeltsASSE#BLY INSTALL Mulcher PlateSee Figs a To Convert to BAGGaNG orKnow Your Tractor OperatbonTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height HOW to USE Your TractorOperation Stopping See FigTo Transport Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline To Operate on HillsMowing Tips OpeiratuoTo Start Engine See Fig Mulching Mowing TipsLubrication Chart Maintenance ScheduleGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor Customer ResponsibilitiesBrake Operation TiresAIR Filter See Fig Cusyome ResponsubiuviesEngine Muffler Engine Cooling Fins See FigSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig To Install Mower See FigDepress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake L,H. Suspension Arms Must be Removed from TractorBoth Front Links Must be Equal in Length To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigAdjustments Service ANTo Remove Hood and Grill See Fig EngineTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Carburetor Service and AdjustmentsFinal Setting See FigsStorage BatteryOther Engine OILCorrection Troubleshooting PobntsProblem Cause Troubleshootung Points Problem Cause CorrectionService Notes Tractor - Model Number SchematicConnected to \.-JElectrical KEY Part Description Tractor = = Model Number3834 Chassis and EnclosuresChassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO. noDrive Repair PartsF2000008 Tractor =- Model NumberSteering Assembly Grease Tractor -- Model Number Seat AssemblyDecals Tractor = Model NumberWheels & Tires Stem Value1310 Engine144068 EngineKEY Part NO. no 521 161718 Tractor - Model Number Mower Lift122365X Button Plunger Read T22512X Spring 33102 Mower DeckUNC KEY Part NO. noLoHo Peerless Transaxle Model Number Part Description Peerless Transaxle Model NumberRing U.S552A 24 634A552 219A 523102 Pumprepair KgT104 103 468310 653267 414 206306 305A 305304 KEY Briggs & STRATlrON Engine Model Number 42A707, Type NumberPart Description IntakePart Part KEYPage Not Across Hill Sighting Uide Only Ride UP and Down HillSight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or TreePart Description For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberOr Parts