Sears 917.25051 manual Custom Espo Ilities, Lubrication, To Clean Battery and Terminals

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CUSTOM ESPO ILITIES

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

•Keep battery and terminals clean. = Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open (See "CONNECT BAT- TERY" in tl,e Assembly section of this manual).

,,Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power.

•, Remove terminal guard.

=Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

,,Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda solution into the ceils.

=Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

=Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

-Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

,Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual).

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year,

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change, All oi! must meet API service classification SF or SG,

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

,Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove oil fil! cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing ol,

. Remove drain plug.

=After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.

=Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly, Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick.

OIL DRAIN PLUG

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oi! rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil'sSAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE V SCOSITY GRADES

 

=20°

0 o

30 _

 

 

60 =

80 _

1000

-30 _

-20"

 

-10 °

0n

1'0

20 °

30 °

40 _

TEMPERATURE

RANGEANTICIPATEDBEFORENEXTOILCHANGE

 

 

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oi!.

OIL FILL

CAP/DIPSTICK

FIG. 15

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Contents Convertible Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. ChildrenII. Slope Operation Maintenance Agreement ModelContents Engine Accessori and Attach EntsMaintenance PerformanceContents Pack Unpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Attach Steering Wheel See FigInstall Seat See Fig AssemblyConnect Battery See Fig Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Install Mower and Drive Belt SeeFigs Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsSee Figs a and 5B ChecklistInstall Mulcher Plate To Convert to Bagging or DischargingOperation LockOperation Know Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height ADD To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig GasolineMowing Tips To Start Engine See FigMulching Mowing Tips Customer Responsibilities Lubrication ChartMaintenance Schedule General RecommendationsTires TractorBrake Operation Blade CareCustom Espo Ilities BatteryTo Clean Battery and Terminals LubricationSpark Plugs Engine OIL FilterIN=LfNE Fuel Filter See Fig SE CE Ustm NTS To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigAdjustments To Replace Mower Drive BeltTo Adjust Brake See Fig ServiceTo Adjust Attachment Clutch To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment Service and AdjustmentsTo Adjust Steering .WHEEL Alignment To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb Service AdjustmentsSee Figs Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Attachment LiFT Spring To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See FigFinal Setting To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigsTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig= EngineEngine OIL SERV!CE NotesFuel System CyundersProblem Cause Correction TRO Leshooting NTSProblem Cause CorrectionTractor = Model Number Schematic Wiring Insulated ClipsStorage Tractor - Model Number ElectricalTractor = -MODEL Number KEY PartTractor - Model Number 917,250510 Chassis and EnclosuresDescription Tractor == Model NumberNO. no KEY Part NO. noOUtDD\ Tractor = Model Number Ground DriveKEY Part Description Steering Assembly Steering Assembly KEY Part NO, no2627 Tractor = Model Number Seat Assembly DescriptionKEY Part NO. NO. Description Tractor = = Model Number DecalsKEY Part Description Repair Parts Tractor .. Model Number 9 Lift AssemblyLift Assembly Tractor =- Model NumberKEY Part NO. no Mower Deck Tractor =- Model Number 917,250510 Tractor -- Model Number TransaxleTractor o .- Model Number 917=250510 Kohler Engine Model Number MV20S, Type Number Baffles and RoudAIR Intake KEY Part NO. no Tractor ---MODEL NumberKohler Engine Model Number MV20S, Type Number Baffles & Shroud KEY Partdescription NO. noTractor --MODELNUMBER Kohler Engine = Model Number MV20S, Type NumberCarburetor Tractor -.- Model NumberCrankcase KEY Part Description KEY PartKohler Engine Model Number MV20S Type Number CrankshaftTractor -MODEL Number Tractor =- Model Number NO, no Flywheel KEY PartdescriptionFuel Pump KEY Part Governor KEY Part NO. noCamshaft and Valves Piston & ROD KEY Part Description Kohler Engine --MODEL Number MV20S, Type NumberCamshaft & Valves OIL Pump KEY Partdescription NO, noICE Otes Page RV!CE Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation MAXOwners Manual If YOU Need Repair Service Or PartsFor Repair SERVICE, Call this Toll Free Number Part Number ,PART Description

917.25051 specifications

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