Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product CRAFTSMAN 917.25552 Craftsman
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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.255520 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equ=pment .................................. ::::iii,_ ........ ® o Assembly o Operation ° Maintenance ° Service and Adjustment ° Repair Parts ,,ll i , i I,IMll, II,l,lllllllll IIllll Sears, Roebuck and Co.
SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WtREAND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACTSPARK & PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS .
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu- factured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center!Department.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 3 WARRANTY ......................
................ • ill,ll,i i i1,111 ii ii1,11111111,1111. ,llllll i, ACCESSORIES AN ATTACH ENTS iii These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was purchased, They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers.
i , u n n n n n i,nll lul, ii ,, I, u un,I,,,,HW,I,,I CONTENTS OF Parts Bag contents shown full size , n,,, ,,i ,u,,,,,,, (2) Sheet Meta! Screws #10-16 x 1/2 (1) Locknut 1/2o20 (1) 2-t/4" Dis, Wa.
ASSEM ii iii iii, u., TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed, (1) 5/16" wrench (2) 7118" wrenches (1) 1/2" wrench (1).
AS E LY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig, 2) CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. Wash hands or clothing immediately tf accldent ally In contact with battery acid, Do not smoke. Fumes from charged battery acid are explosive. Read the instructions included with the battery vent caps.
ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before Installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etco Positive terminal must be con.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various control.
, , ,, ,,, , ,, i OPERATION your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend wide vision safe_y mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses, available at Sears Retail or Catalog stores HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
OPERATUON TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your' unit is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine, • Select desired height of cut .
, =,,,= , , = =,, ,,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,, m,m,L, OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) 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 the clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _"___/_o_,,_._ '_ AS You COMPLETE REGU_R SERVICE ATES Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure ...... ,Check for Loose Fas!e,ners,, , Sharpen/Replace Mowe.
ii AINTENANCE i llll,ll i i i ...................... TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PROD- UCT SPEC.
MAINTENANCE , 111 ,, 11,,1,,1,, , ,, , ,,, ,1,,, ,, =H, = BATTERY (See Fig. 12) • Catch oil in a suitable container, • Remove oil fill dipstick° Be careful not to allow dirt to Your unit has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use.
COVER KNOB _ T ,=, ,, ,,, MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. FIG. 14 AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 13) The engine air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
...................................... I,,L= i i ,i i i ill,i ,,,,,, r ' i i_ , ERV CE A D ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; . Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in "NEUTRAL" position.
BOTTOM OF CURL GROUND LINE FIG. 18 SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT TRUNNION REAR SUSPENSION ARM BOTTOM OF CURL D'['_ REAR SUSPENSION TRUNNION FIG. 2O NUT"E" REAR SUSPENSION TRUNNION NUT "F" =-t* D GR OU ND J LINE LIFTBRACKET FIG.
w t S1ERVUCE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) Your tractor has been manufactured with the ability to readjust the mower blade drive belt to provide you with longer belt life. With the engine off and the lift lever in the highest po- sition, move clutch lever up slowly until resistance is felt.
$ERVUCE i ii iii ill ii illll ,Ulllllllllll,l,,,i TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) Your unit is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle if unit requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
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SERVICE AN TO REPLACE FUSE (See Fig. 29) Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located in the engine compartment, directly in front of the dash. FUSE HOLDER ADJUSTMENTS ii iiii NIIIII, ,NN,, ,,,,,, ,,, I L ,,JJU L_ III JlJI,,UUL HOOD CONNECTOR HOOD SPRING HINGEBRACKET FIG.
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Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of . Drain thefueltank, the season or if the unit will not beused for30 days ormore, CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank i.
TROUBLESHOOTING POmNTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Hard to start Engfhe will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration iiiii n iiii nnl i UUll 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not"CHOKED"properly. 3.
_: ii HIIIIIIIIll I TROUBLESHOOTING POBNT$ PROBLEM CORRECTION Engine contlnuas to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poorcut-uneven CAUSE 1 Faulty ope_to_sa_ p_sence cont_l system 1. Worn, bent or loose blade 2, Mower deck nottevel.
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REPAIR PARTS 12.5 HP 38" RIDING LAWN TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.255520 SCHEMATIC ÷Ill-- BATTERY RED [ ! WHITE IGNITION SWITCH cello FUSE 30 AMP RED 1 ?OLENO,O | '%. Of,' '- ,_J --_ ,O"_---O, i ...... ] BLACK CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) BLACK STARTER ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) I L I I I I BLACK .
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