To Replace Headlight Bulb; Interlocks And Relays; To Replace Fuse; To Adjust Attachment Lift - Craftsman 917.273223 Owner's Manual

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
• Raise hood.
• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the
backside of the grill.
• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the backside of the grill.
• Close hood.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause
your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring
diagram in the Repair Parts section.
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 30 amp automotive-type
plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
behind the dash.
TO ADJUST A'I-rACHMENT LIFT
SPRING
• While holding spring bushing with
wrench, loosen jam nut.
• Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to
extend spring and reduce lift effort for
heavier attachments.
• Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise
for lighter attachments.
• Retighten jam nut against spring
bushing.
IMPORTANT: Do not adjust for maxi-
mum spring tension when using light
attachments such as a mower. Adjust lift
lever spring to aid in lifting attachment.
Do not overpower spring. When remov-
ing attachment, always adjust spring
tension to its lowest position.
Adjustment Bolt
I Bushing
Headlight Wire
Connector
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and
systems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at
the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. Check adjustment as de-
scribed below before loosening cable. If
adjustment is necessary, proceed as
follows:
° With engine not running, move throttle
control lever to fast position.
° Check that speed control lever is
against stop screw. If it is not, loosen
casing clamp screw and pull throttle
cable until lever is against screw.
Tighten clamp screw securely.
Idle Fuel Adjusting Idle speed Adjusting
Screw
Lift
_ /_ Spring
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Jam Nut
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL
ASSEMBLY
• Raise hood.
• Unsnap headlight wire connector.
• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at
sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of
tractor.
• To replace, reverse above procedure.
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Screw
Throttle
Control
Cable
Clamp Screw
Choke Control Cable