Craftsman 917O251550 owner manual Maintenance Agreement, Product Specifications, Model

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor,, It has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service CentedDepartmenL We have competent, weIF trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor+.

Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER917+251550

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODELAN D SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:

225

 

 

 

 

GASOLINE CAPACITY

3+5GALLONS

 

 

AND TYPE:

UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF!SG):

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY:

W/FILTER:

 

4.2 PINTS

 

W!O FILTER:

3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG:

CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: +030")

 

 

 

 

 

VALVE CLEARANCE:

NOT ADJUSTABLE

 

GROUND SPEED (MPH):'

Forward

 

LO

 

HI

 

1st

 

0.74

1_73

 

2nd

 

1.39

3..26

 

3rd

 

229

5.,40

 

Reverse

 

0.89

2.09

TRANSAXLE OIL

4 QUARTS

 

 

 

CAPACtTY AND TYPE:

SAE 30 API+SG

 

TIRE PRESSURE:

FRONT:

14 PSI

 

 

REAR:

10 PSI

 

CHARGING SYSTEM:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY:

AMP]HR:

 

 

35

 

 

MIN_.CCA:

 

280

 

 

CASE SIZE:

U1R

 

BLADE BOLT TORQUE:

30-35 FT.+LBS+

 

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules..

,Fo!low a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under"Customer Responsibili- ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-coy-

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ered land unless the engine'sexhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any),, If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code)+ Other states may have similar laws+ Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/ Department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual),

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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this dding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as btades, spark plugs, air cleaners and bells

•Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner'smanual

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes_

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge+

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES,

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary Irom state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO+, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

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Contents Page It Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers I1, Slope OperationReprductive harm 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 FigsMowing Tips ADD GasolineTo Start Engine See Fig Before Each USE General RecommendationsTires CresponsibiTractor Brake OperationBattery To Clean Battery and TerminalsLubrication Engine OIL Filter CustomerMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower To Level Mower HousingTo Remove Mower See Fig ICE and Adjustments To Replace Mower Drive BeltPosition To Adjust Attachment Clutch To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltSee Fig 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 FuseService and Adjustments To Adjust Attachment Lift SpringTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly To Adjust Throttle Control Cable Choke control has been preset at the factorySee Figs To Adjust Carburetor See Fig Final SettingAcceleration Test 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 917,251550Tractor - Model Number KEY Part NO. NO. DescriptionKey, Ignition 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. noLift Assembly Tractor Model Number4113 20 19 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 DescriponBlower Housing and Baffles Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515255 20 19 1 Description Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part DescriptionKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 AIR IntakeTRACTOR--MODEL Starting System Engine Controls12 \i 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 Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill GuidethSight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or Tree Model Number Engine Model no If YOU Need Repair Service Or PartsFor Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number Product Tractor
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