H", HIH ='H=H

CONNECT SHIFT RO D (See Fig. 6)

oinsert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator,

oInsert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure. o Insert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever_ ° Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod,

ATTACH

THIS END

ATTACH

THIS

TO SHIFT

LEVER

END TO SHIFT

INDICATOR

LEVER

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SHIFT ROD

SHIFT

HAIRPIN

SHIFT

 

LEVER

 

 

 

 

INDICATOR

SHIFT LEVER ,_

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REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

- Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi- tion (See Fig° 6)

=Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle, Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield,.

=Rotate tiller'handle to the right and pull tiller out of carton.

INSERT CABLE CLIP (See Fig. 7)

oInsert plastic cable ciip into hole on the back of handle column,. Push cables into clip.

HANDLE

COLUMN

\

CABLES

CLIP

FIG. 7

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct and equa} tire pressure is important for best tilling performance.

,Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSL

HANDLE HEIGHT

= Hand!e height may be adjusted to better suit operator° (See q'OADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual),.

HAIRPIN CLIP

SHIFT ROD

FIG. 6

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Craftsman 917.295651 Connect Shift RO D See Fig, Remove Tiller from Crate, Insert Cable Clip See Fig, Check Tire Pressure

917.295651 specifications

The Craftsman 917.295651 is an impressive lawn tractor designed to provide exceptional performance and efficiency for both residential and light commercial use. This robust machine offers a combination of advanced technologies and practical features, making it an ideal choice for homeowners looking to maintain their lawns with ease.

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