Sears 917.2565 manual ADD Gasoune, To Start Engne See Fig, Wipeoffany

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OPERATBON

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ADD GASOUNE

Fill fuel tank, Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuefs (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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TO START ENGNE (See Fig. 6)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. ° Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

,Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position.

oMove throttle control lever to choke (I\l) position for cold engine start. Forwarm engine start, move throttle control to fast (_) position.

Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to"START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute, tf engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast (,f_) position, wait a few minutes and try again.

,When engine starts, move throttle control to desired position.

Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachments.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual.

MOWING TiPS

Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor,

®Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

=The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 8 ).

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass wili plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis- charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select- ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

=When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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917.2565 specifications

The Sears 917.2565 lawn tractor is a versatile and reliable piece of garden equipment that has made a name for itself among homeowners and gardening enthusiasts alike. Designed for ease of use and efficiency, this tractor combines a robust construction with a host of innovative features that elevate it within its class.

One of the standout characteristics of the Sears 917.2565 is its powerful engine. Equipped with a 17.5 horsepower Kohler engine, this tractor is designed to tackle the toughest lawn care jobs with ease. The engine provides ample power to drive the tractor and its attachments, making it suitable for larger properties or extensive landscaping tasks.

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