Craftsman 917O251550 owner manual Assembly, Access, Connect Battery See Fig, Install Seat See Fig

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ASSEMBLY

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

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nals. Before connecting battery, re-

move metal bracelets, wristwatch CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position°

•Open termina! access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard.

. If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

•First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, fiat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown Tighten securely.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-)battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

•Close terminal access doors..

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tighteningadjustment knob.

•Remove cardboard packing on seat pan

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt,

•Assemble adjustrnent knob and fiat washer loosely,

Do not tighten.

•Tighten shoulder bolt securelyo

•Lower seat intooperating position and sit on seat°

°Slide seat untila comfortableposition is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down_

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted position_

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securety_

SEAT

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

Use terminal access doors for:

•Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard-

ware),

•inspectionfor corrosion_

•Testing battery_

FLAT WASHER

•Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.				ADJUSTMENT
• Periodic charging.				KNOB
		LOCK	FLAT	FIG. 3
HEX NUT		WASHER	WASHER
DISCARDTERMINAL	X

PROTECTIVE CAPS"\

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purpose& Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance..

ACCESS

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CABLE

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CABLE

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•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusle& See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual

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Contents Page Reprductive harm It Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersI1, Slope Operation Maintenance Agreement Product SpecificationsLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery ModelParts ORDERING/SERVICE Back Cover 19-2628-29 31-49Engine Maintenance PerformanceContents of Hardware Pack Tools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonBefore Rolling Tractor Offskid UnpackcartonAssembly AccessConnect Battery See Fig Install Seat See FigInstall Mower and Drive Belt See Figs Check Mower LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Routed correctlyChecklist Operation KnowyourtractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See OperationTo SET Parking Brake See Fig To USE Throttle Control See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig Before Starting the EngineTo Operate Mower See Figs Check Engine OIL Level See FigTo Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsADD Gasoline General Recommendations Before Each USECresponsibi TractorBrake Operation TiresLubrication BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals Customer MufflerSpark 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 Front Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel CamberTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery To Remove Wheel for RepairsTo 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 Fuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points ProblemCause CorrectionProblem Cause POmNTSService Notes Wiring Insulated Clips Properly Secure Your WiringTractor -- Model Number Clips Were Removed forTractor -- Model Number 917,251550 ElectricalKey, Ignition Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis and Enclosures 1815Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description72140608 146967X011Model Number Tractor --MODEL Number Ground DriveSteering ASSEMBLy IEPAIRPAtTSRepair Parts Steering Assembly KEY Part DescriptionREPAIRPART8 933Engine KEY Part NO, no Seat Assembly TRACTOR-- Model Number19 !i NOoDecals No noKEY Part Description NO. no NO. no4113 20 19 Lift AssemblyTractor Model Number Rod Asmo, Lever Shaft Asm Lift VgtLever Asm Lift Rh Ring Truarc #5133-87Mower Deck Mower Deck KEY Part Description Transaxle KEY Part NO. no Description 13953614 151617 Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Crankcase KEY Part NO. noDescripon KEY Part NO. no255 20 19 1 Blower Housing and BafflesKohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515 Blower Housing & Baffles KEY Part Description Kohler Engine Model Number CV22-PS67515AIR Intake Description12 \i TRACTOR--MODELStarting System Engine Controls Starting System KEY Part Description OIL PAN/LUBRICATIONEngine Controls KEY Part NO. no6p810 Fuel System KEY Part NO. no Description NQT IllustratedCrankshaft 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 If YOU Need Repair Service Or Parts For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberProduct Tractor Model Number Engine Model no