Craftsman 917.259561 owner manual Engine OIL Filter See Fig, Lubrication

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour.

TO CLEAN BAI-I-ERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

Coat terminats with grease or petroleum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

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 COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

I_Oo

.30 °

.20 _

.10 °

C_

10 °

20 °

30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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 oil.

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

Check the crankcase oil level 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.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig; 14)

Determine temperature range expected before oilchange. All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm.

Catch oil in a suitable container.

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

Remove drain plug.

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual.

Use gauge on oil fillcap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

AIR SCREEN

FIG. 14

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 15)

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one

year.

Unscrew old filter by turning counterclockwise. Use a suitable container to catch oil.

Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

Install replacement oil filter by turning clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts mounting surface, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

Fill crankcase with new oil (See "30 CHANGE EN- GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi- mate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation.

OIL RLTER

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FIG. 15

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Contents For Consumer Assistance HOT LINE, Call this Toll Free Number Model Number 917.259561 OwnersmanualSlope Operation III ChildrenLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Product SpecificationsMaintenance Agreement Customer ResponsibilitiesTable of Contents Performance MaintenanceEngine Contents of Hardware Pack Assemble Extension Shaft and Boot Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidConnect Battery See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Deck Levelness Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigInstall Mulcher Plate ChecklistTo Convert to Bagging or DischargingReverse Neutral High LOW Parking Brake Reverse Forward Fast Slow Engine on Engine OFF OIL PressureLights OFF SWITCH POBmON Attachment Ignition Ughtswitch ClutchleverOperation Know Your TractorTo Move Forward and Backward HOW to USE Your TractorSee Fig To Operate Mower See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig To Operate on HillsMulching Mowing Tips MowingTips Customer Responsibilities Maintenance ScheduleREGUBERV,CE General RecommendationsBrake Operation TractorTires Blade CareLubrication EngineEngine OIL Filter See Fig Engine Cooling Fins See Fig To Service PRE-CLEANERClean AIR Screen See Fig Spark Plugs CleaningIN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig MufflerTractor To Install Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing ServiceAdjustments See Flg Service and AdjustmentsTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Replace Motion Drive BeltTransaxle Shifter Linkage and AD- Justment See Figs To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AssemblyTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Replace FuseScrew Acceleration TestClamp Engine BatteryOther Fuel SystemCorrection Troubleshooting PointsCause Cause ProblemTractor - Model Number Electrical Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part Description TRACTOR-- Model NumberElectrical Chassis and Enclosures Tractor - Model Number 917,259561147 Tractor -MODELNUMBER 917,259561KEY Part NO. no 87 86 3537 118 DriveStlt DriveTractor - Model Number 917,259561 Steering AssemblySteering Assembly Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires DecalsEngine Tractor - Model Number 9 Mower Lift 120183X 19211621125631X 122365XMower Deck Tractor .MODELNUMBER 917,259561UNC 144393 STD533107 138017 138440 STD624008Screw Thdrol Washer Head 111 155197 Bracket Gauge 12-15, 31Peerless Transaxle Model Number 930-057A 792166 Screw 1/4-20 x 799021 Pad, Brake Package Part Description792167 Locknut 1/4-20 786026 Pin, Dowel 788093 Gasket Eliminator Loctite #515 792076A Washer, Flat12251 1022 634022Tractor -- Model Number 38 . I,,71 IL358 Gasket SET 222Label KIT 1054513 803 TRACTOR- Model Number171 104807795 Breather Assembly 805379 Assembly 807687 Bearing, Cylinder 805101 Seal, Oil 807821808093 Cylinder, Cylinder 807822Shield, Carburetor Air Cleaner Insulator AssemblyPump Assembly, Oil 309Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or Tree Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillFor Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number If YOU Need Repair Service or PartsFor Replacement Parts Toll Free Number