Craftsman 917.252560 Tools Required for Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton, Unpack Carton

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ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely° Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set wilt make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed°

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5/16" wrench

(1)

9/16" wrench

(2)

7/16"

wrenches

(1)

Phillips screwdriver

(1)

1/2"

wrench

Utility knife

(1)

3/4"

wrench

Tire

pressure gauge

(1)

3/4"

socket with drive ratchet

 

 

 

 

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STEERING WHEEL

STEER,NG 2 #.%

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

STEERING BOOT

TABS

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

oRemove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6)_

Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

=Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove,

STEERING SHAFT (ASSEMBLY

POSITION) _

STEERING SHAFT

(SHIPPING

POSITION)

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TAB SLOT

BEFORE ROLUNG TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

=Slide the steering bushing over the steering shaft.

oRaise steering shaft forward until screw holes in dash line up with steering bushing. Install two (2) sheet metal screws and tighten securely.

oPosition steering boot over steering shaft.

oPlace tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure°

Slide steering wheel adapter onto upper steering shafL

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

oPosition steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

oAssemble large flat washer and 3/8-24 Iocknut and tighten securely,,

=Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

=Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT:CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

INSKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD (See Fig. 7)

o Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

oRelease parking brake by depressing clutchlbrake pedal,,

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. ° Roll tractor backwards off skid.

oRemove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor.

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Contents Model Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Product Spfecufrcations Maintenance AgreementLIMITF.D 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Customer ResponsibqlituesNIBE× Performance Accessories and AttachmentsMaintenance ENGnNEE2Ve,dNuts1o Hardware PackUnpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolung Tractor OFF SkidInstall Seat See Fig AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Tractor Prepare Battery See Figs, 2A and 2BChck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Battery See Figs a and 4BCheck TiRE Pressure Check Deck LevelnessTo Convert to BAGGaNG or INSTALL Mulcher PlateASSE#BLY See Figs aKnow Your Tractor OperatbonStopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height OperationTo Operate on Hills Before Starting the EngineTo Transport ADD GasolineMulching Mowing Tips OpeiratuoMowing Tips To Start Engine See FigBefore Each USE Maintenance ScheduleLubrication Chart General RecommendationsTires Customer ResponsibilitiesTractor Brake OperationEngine Cusyome ResponsubiuviesAIR Filter See Fig IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig Engine Cooling Fins See FigMuffler Spark PlugsL,H. Suspension Arms Must be Removed from Tractor To Install Mower See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brakeBoth Front Links Must be Equal in Length To Level Mower HousingSee Fig To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Replace Motion Drive BeltAdjustments Service ANTo Replace Headlight Bulb EngineTo Remove Hood and Grill See Fig See Figs Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Carburetor Final SettingEngine OIL BatteryStorage OtherProblem Cause Troubleshooting PobntsCorrection Troubleshootung Points Problem Cause CorrectionService Notes \.-J SchematicTractor - Model Number Connected toElectrical KEY Part Description Tractor = = Model Number3834 Chassis and EnclosuresNO. no Tractor - Model NumberChassis and Enclosures KEY PartDrive Repair PartsF2000008 Tractor =- Model NumberSteering Assembly Grease Tractor -- Model Number Seat AssemblyStem Value Tractor = Model NumberDecals Wheels & Tires1310 EngineKEY Part NO. no Engine144068 521 161718 Tractor - Model Number Mower Lift122365X Button Plunger Read T22512X Spring 33102 Mower DeckLoHo KEY Part NO. noUNC Peerless Transaxle Model Number U.S Peerless Transaxle Model NumberPart Description Ring523 24 634A552A 552 219A468 Pumprepair KgT102 104 103206 653310 267 414304 305306 305A Intake Briggs & STRATlrON Engine Model Number 42A707, Type NumberKEY Part DescriptionPart Part KEYPage SKY Line or Tree Only Ride UP and Down HillNot Across Hill Sighting Uide Sight and Hold this Level withOr Parts For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberPart Description