Craftsman 917270841 owner manual Front Wheel TOE4N/CAMBER, To Adjust Motion Control Lever, Ment

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TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary°

tf for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmis _ sion_

o Park tractor on level surface. Stop trac-. tor by turning ignition key to "OFF" posi- tion, and engage parking brake.

o Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment Iocknut one half (1/2) turn°

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjust-

ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 to t/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACE-

MENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be

purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor,, See "PURGE

TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual°

Adjustment

Locknut

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT

if steering wheel crossbars are not hori- zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- tioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE4N/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not

adjustable on your tractor, if damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or

camber, contact your nearest authorized service center,

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS o Block up axle securely°

oRemove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not

lose).

o Repair tire and reassemble.

•On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axleoInsert square

key.

oReplace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove_

oReplace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to stow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion_

Washers

Retaining

Ring

 

!

Axle Cover

=_,,,. Square Key

 

(Rear Wheel Only)

TO START ENGINE THAT HAS A WEAK BATTERY

_CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener_ ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batter- ies.. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

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:

RMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped

with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a i2 volt

negative grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.

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Contents Sears Craftsman Help Line Lawn TraotoLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentSlope Operation ServiceDo not Tragic accidents can occur if the operatorGrass can hide obstacles Customer Responsibilities Lock Washers 1/4 Parts BAG Contents Shown Full SiZE To Remove Tractor from Carton Tools Requiired for AssemblyUnpack Carton Attach Steering WheelConnect Battery HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck for Proper Position ALL Belts Check Tire PressureTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Brake SystemPlease Review the Following Following Important ItemsBattery Reverse Forward Fast Slow Know Your Tractor Throttle Control HOW to USE Your TractorTo Move Forward and Backward Controlled by the motion control leverBefore Starting the Engine To Operate on HillsPosition To TransportTo Start Engine ADD GasolineCedure with the motion control lever Three 3 times Purge TransmissionPage Front Check brake operation o Check tire pressure@ Front Wheel Bearing ZerkBrake Operation BatteryTires Blade RemovalCooling Transaxle CooungTransaxle Pump Fluid To Change Engine OILPlugs Engine Cooling FinsOn page 5 of this manual NN-LBNEFUEL Filter All gasoline, oil, etc CleaningTo Remove Mower Right side of tractorSIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment Tolevel Mower HousingFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment Belt RemovalTo Adjust Brake Belt InstallationBrake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle Stopping distance at high speed in highTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment To Adjust Motion Control LeverTo Start Engine That has a Weak Battery Front Wheel TOE4N/CAMBERPositive Terminal TeriesTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Replace FuseEngine To Remove Hood and Grill ASAcceleration Test BatteryTractor Engne Fuel SystemLoose HousingCorrection Chart Cause TroubleshootingPage Page Tractor - Model Number O11ioElectrical TRACTOR- Model NumberElectrical KEY Part Tractor - Model Number Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description 5751 Tractor - Model Humber Ground Drive100 105 Description Tractor - Model Number 917=270641 Ground DriveTractor --MODEL Humber Steering Asseubly 74780520 Tractor --MODEL Number Steering AssemblyOptional Equipment Washer Lock Ext Tooth3/8 ElbowStd 90 Degree 3/818 NptShield Browning/DebrisGuard 31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 FrSTD541437 TRACTOR- Model Number Seat Assembly11 12OO68X 1343OOWheels & Tires Decals KEY Part Description273832 163205Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 73680800 Tractor -- Model Number Lift Assembly103 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Arm Assembly,Pad, Brake133943 72110610Tractor -- Model Number Hydro Transaxle - Model Number Hydro TRANSAXLE-- Model Number 635337 230294 1029 1026 166Valve Overhaul KIT Carburetor Overhaul KIT 127 138 106 987 ,11, T 105 51142164 171535 20 634A 842 524 868 868A 523Gasket SET CARBURE-IORGASKET s-r482 Tractor - Model Humber209 783 801 728 615 802 50394905 NO. no232 394358 Filter, Fuel In Fuel Une758 Page Suggested Guide for SiGHTiNG Slopes for Safe Operation 800-473o7274 Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

917270841 specifications

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