Sears 917.25591 manual TAKE. UP Idler, Refer to Starting the Engine

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_HROTTLE

i _CABLE

GOVERNOR

CONTROL

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HOLE"A"

FIGURE 50

FIGURE 51

 

 

R.H. SIDE

OF TRACTOR

 

 

 

 

ENGINE

 

 

 

 

PULLEY

 

IDLER

 

 

 

 

BRACKET

 

 

1-1/16" i

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t

NUT "A"

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CLUTCH

 

 

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TAKE. UP

IDLER "

,FIGURE 5:2

5o CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Never attempt to change maximum engine speed. This is preset at the factory and should only be changed by a quali- fied service technician who has the necessary equipment.

a.Move Throttle Control (on the dashboard) to I_SLOW'* position. Remove'All:Cleaner (Fig. 36).

b.Check that two holes "A" line up. If not, loosen Clamp

Screw and adjust Throttle Cable until the two holes do line up (Fig. 50 - Inset),

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REFER TO "STARTING THE ENGINE",

PAG E 6.

co Start Engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with engine running.

d_ High Speed is fixed, no adjustment is possible,,

e, Adjust Carburetor Mixture Screw to suggested initial setting,

--Turn Mixture Screw clockwise (/_) closing finger tight ONLY, and then turn counterclockwise (f'_)

1- t/2 turns (Fig. 51).. CAUTION: VALVE MAY BE DAMAGED IF TURNED IN TOO FAR.

f.Hold Governor Control against Throttle Stop. Turn Mixture Screw clockwise (('_) until engine begins to

run rough (Fig. 51).

g.Turn Mixture Screw counterclockwise (_) until engine begins to run rough,. Set Mixture at smoothest idle between the two points attained in steps f and go

h.Release Governor Control. Engine will speed up for governed idle. Replace Air Cteanero

6o V-BELT ADJUSTMENT

A new V-Bett may stretch after the first few hours of opera- tion resulting in loss of ground speed_

a. To tighten Belt, remove (4) Hex Washer Head Tapping Screws from Shift Cover Plate (Fig. 48) located on top of tractor frame• Remove the Cover Plate.

b. Place Parking• Brake Lever _in It ENGAG E D li pos=tlon,,,

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Refer to Stopping Your Tractor page 7,,

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c. Loosen Nut A

located on outside of

R.H. Chassis

Frame (Fig. 56), slide Take-Up Idler down approximate- ly 1/2" and tighten Nut "A",

d. Disengage Parking Brake.

e,, Check position of Clutch Idler Bracket (Fig. 52).

f+ Repeat steps b thru e untd a 1 - 1/t6 dmenson is obtained between Idler Tab and Frame as shown in Fig

52.

g. Tighten Nut "A" securely.

h, Reinstall Shift Cover Plate and (4) Screws removed in

step a,

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Contents 8EA/RS TRANSMISSION-six speedsforward Full SO-DAY Warranty on BatteryLarge variety ScuffingRules for Safe Operation Wash Hands or Clothing Immedi Install BatteryWear EYE and Face SHtELD Ately tF Accidentally in ContactClose Hood Intjext Wing Wing NUT LockwasherPosition Temperature Range Expected Before Next OILCLUTCH/BRAKE Clutch Position Brake ShaftTOR to Prevent Unauthorized Remove KEY When Leaving TracOUT the Deflector Shield 1N Do not Operate the Mower with Avoid Stopping or Shifting on HillsMower and Drive Belt Stallation Each PulleyRetaining Washer Clip Lift Link WasherHandle Rear Suspensionmower Bracketsbracket Release PIN Driveway, Make sure tire pressures are 14 PSI in front Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground orFiairpin Clip PSI in rearTo Lower Front of Mower To Raise Frontof MowerMower Engagement Deflector Tire Chains Cannot be Used with the Mower Housing ATTACHED=RoH,RUNNER Never Remove DEFLECTOR. Keep Hands and Feet from Under MOWLutely Sure the Blades and ALl Blade ReplacementEN Securely Always USE Grade 5 Heat Treated Clutch Cleanng MowerPower TA/KE= Prevent Accidental Starting beOuter Blades Drive Belt From TractorJAM NUT Dischargingcharging Attachment Loft AdjustmentStorage AmperesChange Engine OIL DipstickEvery 15 Hours if Operating in Very Dusty Conditions Moved AS Dirt Dust will Damage the Engine Clean AIR ScreenClean Front Grill Lubricate Steering and Front WheelsLubricating Grease Amdex NO, t, Sears Part no R 8o Clean Battery and TerminalsClean Engine Cooling Fins Refer to Engine OIL SPECS. Under Initial PreparationLubricate Ball Joints Replace AIR Cleaner Paper Cartridge Refer toReplace Spark Plugs Replace IN*LINE Fuel FilterIf Tractor Requires More than Brake AdjustmentCheck Transaxle OIL Level TUGTAKE. UP Idler Refer to Starting the EngineBelt Removal 10, Hood Removal AS YOU CompleteFinish DatesPossible Cause Will not Start Engine Misses or Lacks PowerGeneral Cleaning Hard to StartOrange Light Switch Ignition SwitchRED Diode Assembly Engine Coil STARTB-S BlackStandard KEY Part Description NO. no Descr Iption29 719J Washer Lock 3/8Repair Parts KEY L M N O P Q R @11 82 UGarden TRACTOR-MODEL Repar Parts 22t85Part GT 18 Twin Garden TRACTOR-MODEL Number 917,255910C D E Mower L ! FT Bracket, Lift LiftPump, Fuet Standard HARDWARE-PURCHASERepair PT8 C D E F G REPAmR Parts Reduction Gear Shaft 7398H GT 18 Twin Garden TRACTOR--MODEL Number Transaxle4216R Differential Gear 8119M Extra Heavy 101444XRepahr Parts KEY Part NO, no Description KEY PartRpair Parts KEY Part NO. no 223 Part Description KEY222849 Cover Air Guide 222846 392681 Housing- Blower222848 Cover Air Guide 222847 93163 Screw- Sere 93777Servics Notes Sight and Hold Thss Level with SKY LaNE or TreeGT 18 Twin Speed Garden Tractor

917.25591 specifications

The Sears 917.25591 is a robust lawn tractor that has earned a solid reputation among gardening enthusiasts and homeowners alike. Known for its reliability and impressive features, this model is ideal for tackling various landscaping tasks, from mowing to hauling. One of the standout characteristics of the 917.25591 is its powerful engine. Typically equipped with a Briggs & Stratton engine, this lawn tractor delivers the performance needed to handle tough grass and uneven terrain with ease. The engine provides a good balance between power and fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for regular lawn maintenance.

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