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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 30)

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose).

,,Repair tire and reassemble.

,,On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

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

-Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

t

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY')

FIG. 30

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-rERY

See Fig. 31)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. 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:

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 YOUR TRACTOR 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.

...._onnect_the-other-end of-the_BLACK cable__to_good.....

CHASSIS G ROU N D, away from fuel tank and battery.

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FIG. 31

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

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

•Replace 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 the Repair Parts section of this manual.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 32)

=Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

=Stand in front of tractor. G rasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

•To replace, reverse above procedures.

"\HOOD

\\

I

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

=BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

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FIG. 32

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Contents RoFTZHaN Model Number 917.256600 OwnersmanualSafety is Involved Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On MowersI11. Children Maintenance Agreement Product SpecificationsLimited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Customer ResponsibilitiesIndex Accessoattachments Engine MaintenancePerformance Contents of Hardware Pack Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidInstall Seat See Fig Connect Batiery See FigCheck Tire Pressure Install Mower and Drive Belt See Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Mulcher Plate See Figs a DischargingOperation Attachment Clutch Switch Used to engage Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor OperationTo Move Forward and Backward To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig Before Starting the EngineShoulderbolt To Operate Mower See FigTRASH. Clean After Each USE Mowing TipsTo Start Engine See Fig Mulching Mowing TipsLubrication Chart Customer ResponsibilitiesGeneral Recommendations Each USEBattery TractorBlade Care To Sharpen Blade See FigClean AIR Screen See Fig EngineTransaxle Cooling BeltsClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas Engine OIL Filter See FigMuffler Spark PlugsService AdjustmentsTo Level Mower Housing Recheck measurements After adjustingService and Adjustments To Replace Mower Drive BeltEqually SO Mower will Stay Level SIDE-TO- Side To Adjust Attachment Clutch See To Adjust Brake See FigElectric clutch should provide years of service. To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transaxle Shifter Linkage and AD- Justment See FigsTransaxleii ,--J1--= Frontwheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak BAI-rERY See Fig Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust THROnLE Control Cable See Fig To Adjust Carburetor See FigStorage OtherEngine OIL Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points ProblemcauseCorrection Problem Cause CorreconTractor - Model Number Schematic Ignition SwitchWiring ClipsTractor = Model Number ElectricalKEY Part Description InterLockPTO Tractor = = Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresTractor - Model Number PlateDrive 3637Tractor = = Model Number DriveKEY Part NO, no 121520XSteering Assembly Tractor -- Model Number KEY PartDESCRiPTiON WheelEngine Tractor - Model Number EngineKEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Seat Assembly Tractor Model NumberDecals Wheels & TiresMower Lift 41I 521Tractor --MODEL Number 917,256600 Mower LiftSpring Retainer Mower Deck 1O5 104 106 101Tractor -= Model Number Part KEY DescriptionTractor - Model Number 917,256600 Dana Transaxle Model NumberDana Transaxle = Model Number KEY Part Description NO. no640 Tractor -- Model Number Kohler Engine Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS41525AIR Intake Blower H O Engine Controls JCrankshaft KEY Part Description Cylinder HEAD, Valve and Breather 21 \Kohler Engine = Model Number CV15S, Type Number PS41525 Fuel System KEY Part NO. noTractor - Model Number 917,256600 KEY Part NO. no Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Sighting Sight and Hold this Level with SKY Line or TreeIf YOU Need Repair Service Or Parts For Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free NumberModel Number Engine Model NO. CV15S PS41525 Part Number Part Description