Sears 917.2566 Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas, Engine OIL Filter See Fig, Muffler, Spark Plugs

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and extemal surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooNng shrouds are reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds re- moved will cause engine damage due to overheating.

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

,,Drain oil from engine crankcase (See 'q-OCHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remove drain plug).

,,Remove oil filter and wipe off filter adapter.

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to the rubber gasket on replacement oil filter.

°Install replacement oil filter on filter adapter. Turn oil filter clockwise until rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn.

°Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO CHANGE EN- GINE OIL" in this section of this manual). For approxi- mate capacity see"PRODUCT SPECI FICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

•Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks before placing engine into full operation.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

=With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

=Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP.

CLAMP

FUEL

FILTER

FIG. 17

CLEANING

•Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

=Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

OIL FILTER

FIG. 16

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Contents Model Number 917.256600 Ownersmanual RoFTZHaNSafe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers Safety is InvolvedI11. Children Customer Responsibilities Maintenance AgreementProduct Specifications Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding EquipmentIndex Engine Maintenance AccessoattachmentsPerformance Contents of Hardware Pack Before Rolling Tractor OFF Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonConnect Batiery See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck Levelness Install Mower and Drive Belt SeeCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Discharging Install Mulcher Plate See Figs aOperation Know Your Tractor Attachment Clutch Switch Used to engageOperation HOW to USE Your TractorTo Move Forward and Backward To Operate Mower See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigBefore Starting the Engine ShoulderboltMulching Mowing Tips TRASH. Clean After Each USEMowing Tips To Start Engine See FigEach USE Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsTo Sharpen Blade See Fig BatteryTractor Blade CareBelts Clean AIR Screen See FigEngine Transaxle CoolingSpark Plugs Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasEngine OIL Filter See Fig MufflerRecheck measurements After adjusting ServiceAdjustments To Level Mower HousingTo Replace Mower Drive Belt Service and AdjustmentsEqually SO Mower will Stay Level SIDE-TO- Side To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Attachment Clutch SeeTo Adjust Brake See Fig Electric clutch should provide years of service.Frontwheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTransaxle Shifter Linkage and AD- Justment See Figs Transaxleii ,--J1--=Interlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AssemblyTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Start Engine with a Weak BAI-rERY See FigTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig To Adjust THROnLE Control Cable See FigFuel System StorageOther Engine OILProblemcause Troubleshooting PointsCorrection Correcon Problem CauseClips Tractor - Model Number SchematicIgnition Switch WiringElectrical Tractor = Model NumberInterLock KEY Part DescriptionPTO Chassis and Enclosures Tractor = = Model NumberPlate Tractor - Model Number3637 Drive121520X Tractor = = Model NumberDrive KEY Part NO, noSteering Assembly Wheel Tractor -- Model NumberKEY Part DESCRiPTiONEngine Engine Tractor - Model NumberKEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Tractor Model Number Seat AssemblyWheels & Tires Decals41I 521 Mower LiftMower Lift Tractor --MODEL Number 917,256600Spring Retainer 1O5 104 106 101 Mower DeckPart KEY Description Tractor -= Model NumberDana Transaxle Model Number Tractor - Model Number 917,256600KEY Part Description NO. no Dana Transaxle = Model Number640 Engine Controls J Tractor -- Model NumberKohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS41525 AIR Intake Blower H OCrankshaft KEY Part Description 21 \ Cylinder HEAD, Valve and BreatherFuel System KEY Part NO. no Kohler Engine = Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS41525Tractor - Model Number 917,256600 KEY Part NO. no Service Notes Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or Tree Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill SightingPart Number Part Description If YOU Need Repair Service Or PartsFor Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number Model Number Engine Model NO. CV15S PS41525
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