Assemble Gauge Wheels To Mower Deck; Checklist - Craftsman 917.271110 Owner's Manual

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are proper-
ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per-
formance.
• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on
a flat level surface.
• - Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this
manual).
• With mower in desired height of cut po-
sition, gauge wheels should be assem-
bled so they are slightly off the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole
with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-
16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
Gauge Wheel
Mounting_ racke_ _
3/8-16 Washer Ga_-_ge_Wheel t
V' CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING•
CHECKLIST:
V' All assembly instructions have been
completed.
v' No remaining loose parts in carton.
v' Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
v' Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
v' All tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
v' Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
v' Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v' Check widng. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are propedy
clamped.
v' Before driving tractor, be sure free-
wheel control is in ddve position.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
,/ Engine oil is at proper level.
/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
/ Become familiar with all controls - their
cation and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.
/ It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the first
time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation
section of this manual).
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