Sears 917.257651 owner manual Install Battery See Figs, Uul, Ventcaps

Models: 917.257651

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 and 5)

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CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals, Before installing battery, remove

rings, etc.

metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.

o Lift hood to raised position.

oBe sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is securely attached to drain in battery tray

oLower battery into battery tray with terminals to front of tractor.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut, Tighten securely

. Slide the two battery bolts through the terminal guard and start the wing nuts onto the threads,

Position terminal guard over battery as shown, lower battery bolts into key holes and slide square shafts of battery bolts into slots of key holes.

. Tighten wing nuts by hand making sure battery bolts remain in slots of the key holes in the battery support.

. Be sure terminal access doors are closed, Use terminal access doors for:

Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware).

. Inspection for corrosion.

. Testing battery.,

. Jumping (if required).

Periodic charging,

FLAT

LOCKWASHER

WASHER

(POSITIVE)

HEX N UT ,,.,._

BOLT

(NEGATIVE)

 

BLACK CABLE

DRAIN TUBE

 

WING NUTS _

 

 

TERMINAL

BATTERY

_'_ _.._"

 

/ _'_TERMINAL

....

___ACCESS

UUL, "-___

 

 

DOORS

 

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_ _ VENTCAPS

_" KEY HOLE

FIGo 5;

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 6)

Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on a flat tevel surface,

. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See 'q-OAD- ,JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual).

With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.

°Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

GAUGE WHEEL

MOUNTING

BRACKET

3_-16

LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

 

GAUGE WHEEL

_SHOULDER

BOLT

 

FIG. 6

FIG_ 4

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Sears 917.257651 owner manual Install Battery See Figs, Uul, Ventcaps, Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig

917.257651 specifications

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The mower utilizes a 42-inch cutting deck, which strikes an excellent balance between maneuverability and cutting width. This size is particularly advantageous for navigating around trees, flower beds, and other obstacles typically found in residential landscapes. The cutting deck also features multiple height adjustments, enabling users to customize their mowing height to achieve the desired lawn appearance.

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The mower is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission, which allows for smooth speed adjustments without the need for manual shifting. This feature provides intuitive control, enabling the operator to focus on mowing without worrying about gear changes.

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