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Craftsman 917.257651 User Manual

Craftsman 917.257651
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MODEL
917.257651 OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
o Operation
Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment.
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Craftsman 917.257651 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.257651
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION

Key safety practices for normal tractor use.

SLOPE OPERATION

Precautions for safe mowing on inclines.

CHILDREN SAFETY

Rules to protect children during operation.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

SNOW BLADE

Attachment for snow removal.

SNOWTHROWER

Attachment for clearing snow.

TRACTOR CAB

Protective enclosure for operator.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

Visual list of items in the main parts bag.

PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON

Components included outside the main parts bag.

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

List of tools needed for tractor assembly.

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

Step-by-step guide for installing the steering wheel.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

Procedure for safely removing tractor from shipping skid.

SETTING UP YOUR TRACTOR

PREPARE BATTERY

Instructions for filling and preparing the tractor battery.

INSTALL SEAT

Guide for mounting and adjusting the tractor seat.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Importance and procedure for correct tire inflation.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

INSTALL BATTERY

Detailed steps for connecting the tractor battery.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK

Guide for attaching mower deck gauge wheels.

MOWER ATTACHMENTS

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

Steps to install the mulcher plate on the mower.

CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

How to switch between mower functions.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Overview of tractor controls and their functions.

USING YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE

Procedure for engaging the parking brake.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Instructions for controlling tractor movement.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

How to set the desired grass cutting height.

OPERATING PROCEDURES

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety guidelines for mowing on slopes.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Checks and preparations before engine start.

ADD GASOLINE

Proper fueling procedure and safety notes.

ENGINE STARTING AND MOWING

TO START ENGINE

Step-by-step guide to starting the tractor engine.

MOWING TIPS

Advice for effective and quality grass cutting.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended service intervals for tractor upkeep.

LUBRICATION CHART

Guide for lubricating tractor components.

TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

BRAKE OPERATION

How to check and adjust tractor brakes.

BLADE CARE

Procedures for mower blade sharpening and removal.

BATTERY CARE

Maintaining and cleaning the tractor battery.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION

Oil type and change intervals for the engine.

AIR FILTER SERVICE

Steps for cleaning and servicing the air filter.

ENGINE COMPONENT SERVICE

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Procedure for replacing the engine oil filter.

SPARK PLUGS

Recommendations for spark plug replacement.

CLEANING THE TRACTOR

General cleaning instructions for the tractor.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

Steps to detach the mower deck from the tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Steps to reattach the mower deck to the tractor.

MOWER HOUSING ADJUSTMENT

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Guide for leveling the mower deck.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

Procedure to ensure side-to-side deck balance.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT

How to set front-to-back mower deck pitch.

BELT REPLACEMENT AND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

Steps to replace the mower blade drive belt.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

How to adjust the tractor's brake system.

TRACTOR SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

Emergency starting procedure using jumper cables.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

Steps for removing the tractor hood and grill.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

How to fine-tune the throttle cable.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Procedure for carburetor adjustment for optimal performance.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

TRACTOR PREPARATION FOR STORAGE

Steps to prepare the tractor for long-term storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM PREPARATION

How to prepare the fuel system for storage.

CYLINDER STORAGE PREPARATION

Steps to prepare engine cylinders for storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

WILL NOT START

Common causes and corrections for engine starting issues.

HARD TO START

Troubleshooting for difficult engine starting.

LOSS OF POWER

Causes and fixes for reduced engine power.

TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED

POOR CUT UNEVEN

Reasons for uneven grass cutting and solutions.

BATTERY WILL NOT CHARGE

Diagnosing and fixing battery charging problems.

SCHEMATIC

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