Sears 917.25597 To Start Engine with a Weak Battery, To Replace Headlight Bulb, To Replace Fuse

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TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig_ 34) -

•Block up axle secureiy_

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal,

=Repair tire and reassemble,

-Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

. Replace cover.

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FIG. 35

FIG. 36

FIG. 34

REAR WHEEL :

oBlock rear axle securely.

•Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal

oRepair tire and reassemble_ Replace and tighten hub bolts securely.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Figs. 35 and 36)

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explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat-

_ teriesAUTION:. AlwaysLeadwear-acideyebatteriesprotectiongeneratewhen i 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:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOLIRTRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

°Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+)terminal of each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.

°Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA- TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

°Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a panel bolt on the left side of the tractor, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

oBLACK cable first from chassis and fully charged battery°

°RED cable last from both batter ieso

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood

•Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill°

oReplace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill

°Close hood.

iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in Repair Parts section of this manual

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-typeplug-infuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash_

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING

(See Fig. 37)

•While hotding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam nut,

°Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort (for heavier attachments)°

o Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise (for Iighter at- tachments).

•Retighten jam nut against spring bushing.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH ASAMOWER, ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN LIFTING ATTACHMENT_ DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING.

WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT, ALWAYS ADJUST TO SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION.

ADJUSTMENT

SPRING BUSHING

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JAM NUT LIFT SPRING

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Contents Ownersmanual Ill Children Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersModel Maintenance AgreementLimited 90 DAY Warranty on Battery Electric Start Rbding EquipmentLE of Contents Performance MaintenanceEngine IIllo \ J Unpack Carton Tools Requured for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidCheck Tire Pressure HOW to SET UP Your TractorPrepare Battery See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Mower and Drive Belt SeeCheck Deck Levelness Install Battery See Figs ChecklistKnow Your Tractor OperationTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height To USE Throttle Control See FigBefore Starting the Engine To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate on Hills To TransportMowing Tips ADD GasolineBefore Each USE Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Check Transaxle OIL Level TractorBlade Care Transaxle CoolingLubrication Battery See FigTo Clean Battery and Terminals BeltsAIR CleaningClean Engine Cooling Fins MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower HousingTo Install Mower TractorTo Replace Mower Drive Belt ServiceClutch To Adjust Brake See FigTo Adjust Attachment To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltView from Left Side of Tractor Front Wheel TOE-IN AdjustmentSee Fig Front WheelINTERLOCKS and Relays To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryTo Adjust Attachment Lift Spring To Replace Headlight BulbEngine To Adjust Throttle Control CableSee Figs To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting Final SettingEngine OIL EngineOther BateryRvic Notes Cause Correction ProblemTF Oubleshoot NG Pohnts Problem Cause CorrectionInsulated Clips SchematicKEY Part Description DecalsWheels & Tires 8167Electrocal PT.O ElectrbcalChassis and Enclosures NOw KEY Part28\ 18 HP 44 TractorGround Drive Locknut Steering Assembly Steering Assembly Engine UNC VGT124181X Seat AssemblyKEY Part NO. no Part KEY Part NO. no DescriptionLift Rh KEYMower Deck Idler Mower DeckDescription Transaxle Repaiir PartsU.S. inches KEY Part NO. noKEY Part 305 Briggs & Stratton Engine Model Number 422707, Type Number2o6 235 REPAIlR Parts 783 AssemblyBriggs & Stratton Engine Model Number 422707, Type Number S44NO. no REPAnR PartsMAGNETRON@ Fuel Line to TankPage Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operatron Part Description = Model Number Engine Model no , Type noPart Number

917.25597 specifications

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