Sears 917.2566 Tools Required for Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton, Unpack Carton

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ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(2)	7/16" wrenches	Utility knife
(1)	1/2" wrench	Phillips Screwdriver
(1)	9/16" wrench	Tire pressure gauge
(1)	3/4" Socket w/drive	rachet

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

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_- STEERING

'_,..-/WHEEL INSERT

_ LOCKNUT

-ARGE FLAT WASHER

WHEEL

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

-Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6).

-Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels tlat.

-Remove mower and packaging materials.

=Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

-Remove Iocknut and large flat washer from steering shaft,

-Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward,

-Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft,

•Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

-Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely•

-Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

•Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

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FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 6)

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position,

•Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Roll tractor backwards off skid.

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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