Sears 917.259567 Before Starting the Engine, To Operate Mower See Fig, To Transport, ADD Gasoline

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9)

Your tractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

Select desired height of cut.

Lower mower with attachment lift control.

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dis= charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" POSiTiON

"ENGAGED"

POSITION ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

POSITION

POSiTiON

,,To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

*Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

°Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- ment lift control.

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift !ever is in neutral (N) position.

Do not push or tow tractor at more than five (5) MPH.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on atruckor at railer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

,The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until "FULL" mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART' in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual.

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DISCHARGE

 

 

 

GUARD

 

 

 

FIG. 9

TO

OPERATE

ON

HILLS

i---A----CAUT-/ON:

 

Do not drive up o_

j_

hitls

with

slopes greater than 15° and

_onotdrive across any slope.

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills.

', Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to rol! slightly as you restart

movement.!3

ADD GASOLINE

oFill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (ca!led gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moistu re which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next'season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional informatLon. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

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Contents Ii....i III Children Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On MowersProduct Specifications Maintenance AgreementLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Customer ResponsibilitiesIndex Performance Engine MaintenanceContents Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidAsse LY HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALLINSTALL Mulcher Plate See Figs ChecklistTo Convert to Bagging or DischargingLight Lights on Over TempChoke Mower Height Differential Parking Brake Know Your Tractor OperaticTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height HOW to USE Your TractorOperation To USE Throttle Control See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig Before Starting the EngineTo Transport Check Engine OIL Level See FigTo Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsMulching Mowing Tips Lubrication Chart Maintenance ScheduleCustomer General RecommendationsTractor Customer ResponsibilitiesBrake Operation TiresStomer Respon Bilities Battery=BELTS Transaxle CoolingIlities Clean AIR Screen See FigAIR Filter See Fig Engine Cooling Fins See FigCER Respo Ibilitie CleaningSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo iNSTALL Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTractor To Remove Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing Service AN AdjustmentsReplace Mower Ervice and AdjustmentsBlade Drive BeltTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery ServiceTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment ADJ StmentsEngine AdjustmentsTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysPreliminary Setting To Adjust Carburetor See FigsFinal Setting ErviceOther BatteryFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsTRO Leshooting Points Problem CauseSchematic Electrical Electrical Tractor =- Model Number £17.259567KEY Part Chassis and Enclosures Chassis and Enclosures Tractor = Model NumberKEY Part NO. NO. DESCRMPT!ONDrive Tractor - Model NumberKEY DrivePart KEY DescriptionSteering Assembly LR.LT Part DescriptionKEY Part Description Seat AssemblyWheels & Tires DecalsEngine Engine Tractor - Model Number 917,259567KEY Part NO, NO. Description Mower LiFT NO. no Mower LiftMower Deck Mower Deck Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part Description UNCDana Transaxle = Model Nuiviber 4360=122 Descruption Dana Transaxle = Model Number 43S0-122534 Tractor = = Model Number284A445 525 284634 205468 Gasket SET Pump Repair802 801311 201Label KIT Tractor - Model Number305 304 308A497074 399265 391086 493304 493457 271867 495754 KEY Part NO. noKeypart NO. no Description Service Otes Guide SiGHTiNGERS Manual Repair ServiceIf YOU Need Or Parts