Craftsman 917O251550 Tools Required for Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton, Unpackcarton

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ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractorhas been assembted at the factorywith the exceptionofthoseparts left unassembledfor shippingpurposes° To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractorall parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness_

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

STEERING WHEEL

A socket wrenchset will make assembly easier° Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(2)	7/16" wrenches	Tire pressure gauge
(1)	I/2" wrench	Utility knife
(1)	9/16" wrench
(1)	3/4" socket with drive ratchet

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

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACKCARTON

°Remove 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.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFFSKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft.

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

,Slide steering sleeve over steering shaft..

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

°Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed° Tighten securely_

°Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

°Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: CHECK FORAND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKIDTHAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERETRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID

SLEEVE

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section for location and function of con-

trols)

°Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

,Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal_

°Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

°Roll tractor forward off skid..

°Remove mower and packing materials_ , Remove ties from V-belts.

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Contents Page I1, Slope Operation It Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersReprductive 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 FigsADD Gasoline Mowing TipsTo Start Engine See Fig Before Each USE General RecommendationsTires CresponsibiTractor Brake OperationTo Clean Battery and Terminals BatteryLubrication Engine OIL Filter CustomerMuffler Spark PlugsTo Level Mower Housing To Install MowerTo Remove Mower See Fig To Replace Mower Drive Belt ICE and AdjustmentsPosition To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Adjust Attachment ClutchSee 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 FuseTo Adjust Attachment Lift Spring Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly Choke control has been preset at the factory To Adjust Throttle Control CableSee Figs Final Setting To Adjust Carburetor See FigAcceleration 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 917,251550KEY Part NO. NO. Description Tractor - Model NumberKey, 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. noTractor Model Number Lift Assembly4113 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 DescriponKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Blower Housing and Baffles255 20 19 1 Description Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part DescriptionKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 AIR IntakeStarting System Engine Controls TRACTOR--MODEL12 \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 Guideth Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across HillSight 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