Craftsman 917.28863 Operator's Manual page 8

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unas-
sembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts
and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary
to ensure proper tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY • Release lever to lock seat in position.
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife
(1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge
(I) 3/4" wrench Pliers
(1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet
(1) 9/16" wrench Flashlight
When right or left hand is mentioned in this
manual, it means when you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering wheel). NOTE: You may now roll your tracter off the
skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below
..................... T O REMOVE TRACTOR FROM to remove thetractor from the skid.
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
• Removeallaccessibleloosepartsandparts
cartons from carton.
• Cutalongdotted lineson all four panels of
carton.Remove end panels and lay side
panelsflat.
• Remove mower and packingmaterials.
• Check for any additional loose partsor
cartonsand remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
TO CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after
month and year indicated on label (label is
located between terminals) charge battery
for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See
"BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this
manual for charging instructions),
, -Forbattery& batterycable installationsee
"REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service
and Adjustments" section in this manual.
Label
_ll WARNING; Before starting, read, under-
stand and followall instructions inthe Operation
section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a
well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front
of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See
Operation section for location and
function of
controls)
1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
2. Release parking brake bydepressing brake
pedal.
3. Placefreewheel controlin disengaged posi-
tion to disengage transmission (See "TO
TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of
this manual).
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
TO INSTALL MOWER
1. SET PARKING BRAKE LEVER AND
..... LOWER ATTACHMENT LIE-I-LEVER
• Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way
down and hold.
• Pull parking brake lever up and hold, release
pressure from clutch/brake pedal, then
release parking brake lever. Pedal should
remain in brake position. Ensure parking
brake will hold tractor secure.
TO ADJUST SEAT
• Sitin seat.
• Lift upadjustmentlever (A) andslide seat
until a comfortableposition isreached which
allows youto pressclutch/brakepedalall
the way down.
Brake Lever