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Craftsman 917.255732 User Manual

Craftsman 917.255732
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SEA/ S
OWNERS
MANUAL
MODE L NO.
917.255732
Caution:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
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11 H,P,
38" RIDJNG
LAWN TRAC TOR
ELECTRIC START
Assembly
Installation
Operation
Repair Parts
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Craftsman 917.255732 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.255732
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Steps for safely installing the tractor battery, including electrolyte handling and charging.

INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS

SEAT INSTALLATION

Procedure for adjusting the tractor seat for operator comfort and proper positioning.

TIRE PRESSURE

Instructions for setting tire pressure after shipping to recommended levels.

HOOD

Steps for raising, removing, and reinstalling the tractor hood.

INITIAL SERVICE

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS - TRACTOR

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the tractor engine, including safety precautions.

WARMING UP THE ENGINE

Recommended procedure for warming up the tractor engine before operation.

MOWER INSTALLATION

MOWER ADJUSTMENT

Procedures for adjusting mower deck height and leveling.

LEVEL MOWER FROM SIDE TO SIDE

Steps to ensure the mower deck is level horizontally.

ADJUST MOWER FROM FRONT TO REAR

Steps to set the correct front-to-rear tilt of the mower deck.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS - MOWER

FLIP-UP DISCHARGE GUARD

Information about the mower's flip-up discharge guard for clearance.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - MOWER

BLADE CARE AND REPLACEMENT

Guidance on keeping mower blades sharp and replacing them.

CLEANING MOWER

Instructions for cleaning the underside of the mower deck.

MOWER BELT SERVICE

Procedures for removing and replacing the mower drive belt.

TO REMOVE MOWER

Instructions for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

STORAGE

Recommendations for storing the mower during off-season.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - TRACTOR

DAILY MAINTENANCE

Routine checks and upkeep for the tractor.

INITIAL MAINTENANCE (FIRST 2 HOURS)

Engine oil change and initial service recommendations.

FREQUENT CHECKS

Routine checks for battery, tire pressure, and air screen.

CHECK BATTERY

How to check and maintain battery electrolyte levels and cleanliness.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressures for front and rear tires.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Importance of keeping the air screen and intake duct clear.

HOURLY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Maintenance tasks scheduled at 5, 15, 50, 100, and 200-hour intervals.

5-HOUR MAINTENANCE

Checking brake operation and cleaning the air cleaner element.

15-HOUR MAINTENANCE

Recommended engine oil change procedure.

50-HOUR MAINTENANCE

Cleaning engine cooling fins and muffler maintenance.

100-HOUR MAINTENANCE

Instructions for replacing the spark plug.

200-HOUR MAINTENANCE

Instructions for replacing the air cleaner element.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

Steps for adjusting carburetor high speed mixture and idle speed.

TRACTOR OPERATION

TRACTOR OPERATION ON HILLS

Safety guidelines for operating the tractor on slopes and hills.

STOPPING YOUR TRACTOR

Steps for safely stopping the tractor and engaging the parking brake.

TRANSPORTING YOUR TRACTOR

Instructions for safely towing or pushing the tractor.

STARTING YOUR TRACTOR WITH A LOW BATTERY

REPLACE TRACTOR MOTION DRIVE BELT

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

TIRE CARE

FINISH

TROUBLE SHOOTING

LUBRICATION CHART

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

List of electrical parts and their diagrams/numbers.

ENCLOSURE PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for tractor enclosure components.

DRIVE SYSTEM PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for the tractor's drive system.

STEERING AND FRONT AXLE PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for steering and front axle.

LIFT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for the lift adjustment system.

38" MOWER PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for the mower deck.

ENGINE - CYLINDER BLOCK GROUP

Exploded views and part lists for the engine cylinder block.

ENGINE - CARBURETOR PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for the carburetor.

ENGINE - STARTER-MOTOR PARTS

Exploded views and part lists for the starter motor.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

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