Craftsman 917.259542 Owner's Manual page 5

ACCESSOR AND ATTACHMENTS
These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased
Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OIL FUEL STABILIZER AIR FILTER DLADES BELTS
PERFORMANCE
Sears offers a wide variety of attachments that fit your tractor, Many of these are listed below with b_ief _xptanations of how they can help
you. This list was current at the time of publication; however, it may change in future years _ more attachment.., may be added, changes
may be made in these attachments, or some may no longer be available or fit your model.. Contact _,,our nearest Sears store for the
accessories and attachments that are available for your tractor,
Most of these attachments do not require additiona_ hitches or conversion kits (thoee that do are indicated) and are designed for easy
attaching and detaching
AERATOR promotes deep root growth for a heaithy lawn. Ta-
pered 2.5-inch steel spikes mounted on 10-inch diameter discs
puncture holes in soil at close intervals to let moisture soak in.
Steel weight tray for increased penetration.
BAGGER lets you coIlect grass clippings and leaves for a
healthier, nester looking lawn. Two Permanex containers hold
30-gallon plastic bags.
BUMPER protects front end of tractor from damage.
CARTS make hauling easy Variety of sizes available, plus
accessories such as side panel kits, tool caddy, cart cover,
protective mat and dolly.
CORING AERATOR takes small plugs out of soil to allow mois-
ture and nutrients to reach grass roots 36-inch swath. 24
hardened steel coring tips, 150 lb. capacity weight tray_
EASY OIL DRAIN VALVE makes oil changes easier, faster.
FRONT NOSE ROLLER canters in front of mower deck to reduce
chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain_
GANG HITCH lets you tow 2 or 3 pull-behind attachments at once,
such as sweepers, dethatchers, aerators (not for use with rollers,
carts or other heavy attachments)
GAUGE WHEELS on both sides of the mower deck reduce
chances of "scalping" on uneven terrain, For mower decks not so
equipped°
MULCH RAKE/DETI..IATCHER loosens soil and flips thatch and
matted leaves to lawn surface for easy pickup. Twenty spring tine
teeth. Usefuito prepare bare areas for seeding, Available for front
or rear mounting. HIGH PERFORMANCE REEL-ACTION
SPRING TINE DETHATCHER covers 36-inch wide path and
tosses thatch into large hopper, Mounts behind tractor.
MULCHING CLOSE-OUT PLATE KIT, once installed, lets you
mulch discharge or bag clippings (bagger optional) without
changing blades. For models not equipped as 3-in-1 Convert b e
mowers. See "MOWER" in the Repair Parts section of this
manual.
RAMP TOPS AND FEET let you load and unload tractor from a
pickup truck Use with 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 lumber.
ROLLER for smoother lawn surface. 36-inch wide, 18-inch
diameterwater-tight drum holds up to 390 [bs of weight. Rounded
edges prevent harm to turf. Adjustable scraper automatically
cleans drum.
SNOW P_.LADEfor snow removal only. 14-ipch high, 48-inch wide
blade clears 42-inch path when ang}ed left or right. Raises, lowers
with side lever. Adjustable skids; replaceable, reversible scraper
bar. (Use with tire chains and wheel weights and/or rear drawbar
weight )
SNOWTHROWER has 40-inch swath. Drum-type auger handles
powdery and wet/heavy snow Mounts easily with simple pin
arrangement. Discharge chute adjusts from tractor seat. 6-inch
diameter spout discharges snow 10 to 50 feet Lift controlled at
tractor seat. (Use with chains and wheel weights and/or rear
drawbar weight )
SPRAYERS use 12-voft DC electric motor that connects to the
tractor battery or other 12-volt source. Includes booms for
automatic spraying and hand held wand for spot spraying. Wand
has adjustable spray pattern. For applying herbicides, insecti-
cides, fungicides and liquid fertilizers
SPREADEPJSEEDERS make seeding, fertilizing, and weed kill-
ing easy, Broadcast spreaders are also useful for granular de-
icers and sand.
SWEEPERS let you collect grass clippings and leaves
TILLER has 5 hp engine and 36-inch swath to prepare seed beds,
cultivate and compost garden residue. Tiller has its own built-in
lift and depth control system and does NOT require a sleeve hitch..
Fits any lawn, yard or garden tractor. Simpty hook up to the tractor
drawbar and go! Optional accessories convert unit for
dethatching, aerating, hilling...without tools.
TIRE CHAINS are heavy duty; closely spaced extra-large cross
links give smooth ride, outstanding traction.
TRACTOR CAB has heavy duty vinyl fabric over tubular steel
frame, ABS pfastic top; clear plastic windshield offers 360 degree
visibility Hinged metal doors with catch. Keeps operator warm
and dry. Remove vinyl sides and windshields for use as sun
protector in summer. Optional accessories include: tinted/
tempered solid safety glass windshield with hand operated wiper;
12-volt amber Caution light for mounting on cab top.
VACS for powerfut col{ection of heavy grass clippings and leaves.
Optional wand attachment to pick up debris in hard-to-reach
places. VAC/CHIPPER includes a chipper-shredder.
WEIGHT BRACKET for drawbar for snow removal applications..
Uses (I) 55 lb. weight.
WHEEL WEIGHTS for rear wheels provide needed traction for
snow removal or dozing heavy materia{s.
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