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Craftsman 917.257480 User Manual

Craftsman 917.257480
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MODEL NO.
917.257480
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
18.0 HP TWIN CYLIN
ELECTRIC START
" OWER DECK
5 SPEE TRANS_LE
LAWN TRACTOR
Assembly
Operation
, Maintenance
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
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Craftsman 917.257480 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.257480
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Rules

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating and maintaining the tractor to prevent injury.

Safe Operation Practices

Details safe procedures for operating the tractor, including on slopes and around obstacles.

Product Specifications

Engine and Component Details

Lists key technical specifications for the tractor's engine, tires, and electrical systems.

Warranty Information

Covers the terms and limitations of the limited one-year tractor and 90-day battery warranties.

Accessories and Attachments

Optional Equipment for Tractor Enhancement

Describes various available attachments that expand the tractor's functionality and performance.

Assembly - Tools and Setup

Tools and Initial Setup

Lists required tools and outlines steps for unpacking the tractor and attaching the steering wheel.

Assembly - Tractor Preparation

Preparing the Tractor for Use

Details the process for preparing the battery, seat, tires, and brake system before operation.

Operation - Tractor Controls

Know Your Tractor Controls

Identifies and explains the function of various controls and levers on the tractor.

Operation - Basic Procedures

Starting, Stopping, and Moving

Guides on starting, stopping, moving forward/backward, and adjusting cutting height.

Operation - Mowing and Hills

Mowing and Safe Hill Operation

Provides instructions for operating the mower, handling hills safely, and starting the engine.

Operation - Mowing Tips

Effective Mowing Techniques

Offers advice on effective mowing, including speed, grass conditions, and discharge patterns.

Maintenance - Schedule and Basics

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Outlines a schedule for regular checks, lubrication, and periodic servicing of the tractor.

Before Each Use Checks

Lists essential checks to perform before operating the tractor for safety and performance.

Lubrication Points

Identifies key lubrication points and specifies the types of lubricants to use.

Maintenance - Blades

Blade Care and Replacement

Instructions on how to sharpen, balance, remove, and replace mower blades for optimal cutting.

Maintenance - Battery and Engine

Battery Maintenance

Guidance on cleaning, charging, and maintaining the tractor's battery for longevity.

Engine Lubrication and Filters

Details engine oil changes, air filter cleaning, and other engine upkeep procedures.

Maintenance - Engine Components

Engine Cooling and Fuel System Maintenance

Covers cleaning engine cooling fins, replacing spark plugs, and maintaining the fuel filter.

Service and Adjustments - Tractor

Tractor Servicing Procedures

Instructions for removing and installing the mower deck and leveling the mower housing.

Service and Adjustments - Mower

Mower Deck Adjustments

Details side-to-side and front-to-back adjustments for optimal mower cutting performance.

Service and Adjustments - Belts

Belt Adjustments and Replacement

Procedures for adjusting and replacing the mower blade drive belt and motion drive belt.

Service and Adjustments - Brakes

Brake and Drive Belt Service

Steps for adjusting the tractor's brake system and replacing the motion drive belt.

Service and Adjustments - Steering & Battery

Steering, Wheel, and Battery Service

Covers steering wheel alignment, wheel removal, and procedures for starting with a weak battery.

Service and Adjustments - Electrical

Electrical System Service

Instructions for replacing fuses, headlight bulbs, and addressing interlocks and relays.

Service and Adjustments - Engine Controls

Throttle and Choke Control Adjustments

Details how to adjust the throttle control cable and choke control for optimal engine performance.

Service and Adjustments - Carburetor

Carburetor Adjustment Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for adjusting the engine's carburetor for proper fuel mixture.

Storage

Preparing Tractor for Storage

Guidelines for cleaning, lubricating, and preparing the tractor for long-term storage.

Engine and Fuel System Storage

Instructions for draining the fuel system, storing fuel, and preparing the engine for storage.

Troubleshooting Points

Common Problems and Solutions

Lists typical issues like 'Will not start' or 'Hard to start' and provides corresponding correction steps.

Safe Slope Operation Guide

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

Illustrates safe practices for operating the tractor on slopes, emphasizing angle limits.

How to Order Repair Parts

Part Ordering Information

Specifies the required information (model, part number) needed when ordering replacement parts.

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