Craftsman 917.255160 Owner's Manual

,H =1=1 i =,OWNER'SMANUALMODEL NO.917.255160Caution:Read and followall Safety Rulesand InstructionsBefore OperatingThis Equipment®12.0 HP OHVELEC

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OPERATIONThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety gla

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OPERATUOTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)When starting engine for the first time or if engine hasrun out of fue!, it will take extra cranking time to movef

CUSTO RESPO, i... ,,,,,,... ,, ,,,,,,,, ,,, ,, ,,,,, ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _'___o_ _'_ _"FILL IN DATE

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BATTERY (See Fig. 12)Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficientfor normal use,, However', periodic charging of the batterywith a

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SERVICE AN... =CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJusTMENTS;ADJUSTMENTS= Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.o Place gear

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SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersIMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATING HANDSAND FEE]" AND THROWING OBJECT

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 22)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parki

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)when wheels are positioned straight forward remove ste

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PROBLEMii i,Will not startHard to startiEngine will not turn overEngine clicks but will notstartLoss of powerExcessive vibrationi, u'ln'l&ap

,,=NilEngine continues to runwhen operator leaves seatwith attachment clutchengagedPoor CUt_unevenMower blades will notrotatePoor grass discharge=r,_

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a SearsTractor° it has been designed, engineered and manu-factured to give you the best possible dependability and

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ACCESSORIES AN ATTACHMENTSi, ii i ii ,,,i, ii ... i iii1,11These accessories and attachments were available when the tractor was purc

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HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORPREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2)CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield.Wash hands or clothing immediately ifaccidentally in contactwi

BLYINSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5)CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals. Before installing battery, removemetal bracelets, wristwatch bands,r