Craftsman 917O251550 owner manual Lubrication, To Clean Battery and Terminals

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BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for norma_ 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 1 hour

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leal¢'power°

°Remove terminal guard°

- Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- ter] 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 terminals with grease or petroleum jelly

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

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TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs° 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change° All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG

°Be sure tractor is on Ievel surface°

°Oi! 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

oRefill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capac ty see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level insertdipstick intothe tube and rest the oil fill 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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

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 the first 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 yearn

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

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Contents Page Reprductive harm It Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersI1, Slope Operation Product Specifications Maintenance AgreementLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Model19-26 Parts ORDERING/SERVICE Back Cover28-29 31-49Performance Engine MaintenanceContents of Hardware Pack To Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Rolling Tractor Offskid UnpackcartonAccess AssemblyConnect Battery See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck Mower Levelness Install Mower and Drive Belt See FigsCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Routed correctlyChecklist Knowyourtractor OperationOperation To Adjust Mower Cutting Height SeeTo SET Parking Brake See Fig To USE Throttle Control See FigBefore Starting the Engine To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Figs Check Engine OIL Level See FigTo Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsADD Gasoline Before Each USE General RecommendationsTractor CresponsibiBrake Operation TiresLubrication BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals Muffler CustomerSpark Plugs Engine OIL FilterTo Remove Mower See Fig To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing Position ICE and AdjustmentsTo Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Attachment ClutchTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN AdjustmentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel CamberTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryTo Replace Fuse Front Wheel See Fig29To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Attachment Lift Spring See Figs To Adjust Throttle Control CableChoke control has been preset at the factory Acceleration Test To Adjust Carburetor See FigFinal Setting Engine OIL Fuel SystemProblem Troubleshooting PointsCause CorrectionPOmNTS Problem CauseService Notes Properly Secure Your Wiring Wiring Insulated ClipsTractor -- Model Number Clips Were Removed forElectrical Tractor -- Model Number 917,251550Key, Ignition Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO. NO. Description 1815 Chassis and EnclosuresKEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures72140608 146967X011Model Number Ground Drive Tractor --MODEL NumberIEPAIRPAtTS Steering ASSEMBLySteering Assembly KEY Part Description Repair Parts933 REPAIRPART8Engine KEY Part NO, no TRACTOR-- Model Number Seat Assembly19 !i NOoNo no DecalsKEY Part Description NO. no NO. no4113 20 19 Lift AssemblyTractor Model Number Shaft Asm Lift Vgt Rod Asmo, LeverLever Asm Lift Rh Ring Truarc #5133-87Mower Deck Mower Deck KEY Part Description Transaxle 139536 KEY Part NO. no Description14 151617 Crankcase KEY Part NO. no Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515Descripon KEY Part NO. no255 20 19 1 Blower Housing and BafflesKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part DescriptionAIR Intake Description12 \i TRACTOR--MODELStarting System Engine Controls OIL PAN/LUBRICATION Starting System KEY Part DescriptionEngine Controls KEY Part NO. no6p810 NQT Illustrated Fuel System KEY Part NO. no DescriptionCrankshaft KEY Part NO. no Description Exhaust KEY Part DescriptionService Notes Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or Tree Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillGuideth For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number If YOU Need Repair Service Or PartsProduct Tractor Model Number Engine Model no
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