Craftsman 917O251550 To Remove Wheel for Repairs, To Replace Fuse, Front Wheel See Fig29

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig°29)

°Block up axle securely_

oRemove axle cover, retaining ring and washersto ailow wheel removal.

°Repair tire and reassemble.

oReplace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE

COVER

FIG. 29

REAR WHEEL -

,,Block rear axle securely.

°Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

°Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 30)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener_...........t

ateexplosive gases. Keepsparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat- I teries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

II

if your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged° If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR tS EQUIPPED WiTH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

°Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+)terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis,.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA- TIVE (_)terminal of fully charged battery,

°Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel bolt on the left side of the tractor, away from fuel tank and battery

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

°BLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged battery.

,RED cable last from both batteries,.

"POSITIVE" (+)

"NEGATIVE" [-)

L.H.

PANEL

BOLT

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

°Raise hoo&

°Pul! bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

°Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill

•Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

°Checkwiring_ See electrical wiring diagram in Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse, The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

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Contents Page Reprductive harm It Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersI1, Slope Operation Model Maintenance AgreementProduct Specifications Limited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery31-49 Parts ORDERING/SERVICE Back Cover19-26 28-29Performance Engine MaintenanceContents of Hardware Pack Unpackcarton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OffskidInstall Seat See Fig AssemblyAccess Connect Battery See FigRouted correctly Install Mower and Drive Belt See FigsCheck Mower Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsChecklist Knowyourtractor OperationTo USE Throttle Control See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height SeeOperation To SET Parking Brake See FigCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigBefore Starting the Engine To Operate Mower See FigsTo Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsADD Gasoline Before Each USE General RecommendationsTires CresponsibiTractor Brake OperationLubrication BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals Engine OIL Filter CustomerMuffler Spark PlugsTo 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 Front Wheel Camber Front Wheel TOE-IN AdjustmentTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel See Fig29 To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Replace FuseTo 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 SystemCorrection Troubleshooting PointsProblem CausePOmNTS Problem CauseService Notes Clips Were Removed for Wiring Insulated ClipsProperly Secure Your Wiring Tractor -- Model NumberElectrical Tractor -- Model Number 917,251550Key, Ignition Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO. NO. Description 1815 Chassis and Enclosures146967X011 Chassis and EnclosuresKEY Part Description 72140608Model Number Ground Drive Tractor --MODEL NumberIEPAIRPAtTS Steering ASSEMBLySteering Assembly KEY Part Description Repair Parts933 REPAIRPART8Engine KEY Part NO, no NOo Seat AssemblyTRACTOR-- Model Number 19 !iNO. no DecalsNo no KEY Part Description NO. no4113 20 19 Lift AssemblyTractor Model Number Ring Truarc #5133-87 Rod Asmo, LeverShaft Asm Lift Vgt Lever Asm Lift RhMower Deck Mower Deck KEY Part Description Transaxle 139536 KEY Part NO. no Description14 151617 KEY Part NO. no Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515Crankcase KEY Part NO. no Descripon255 20 19 1 Blower Housing and BafflesKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Description Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part DescriptionKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 AIR Intake12 \i TRACTOR--MODELStarting System Engine Controls NO. no Starting System KEY Part DescriptionOIL PAN/LUBRICATION Engine Controls KEY Part6p810 Exhaust KEY Part Description Fuel System KEY Part NO. no DescriptionNQT Illustrated Crankshaft KEY Part NO. no DescriptionService Notes Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or Tree Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillGuideth Model Number Engine Model no If YOU Need Repair Service Or PartsFor Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number Product Tractor