Craftsman 917.25023 Operator's Manual page 8

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID
(See Operation section for location
and function of controls)
f. Raise attachment lift lever to its high-
est position,
2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
3, Place gearshift lever in neutral posi-
tion,
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
5, Remove banding holding the deflector
shield up against tractor.
Continue with the instructions that follow.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor-
rect tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance,
• Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown on
tires.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower hous-
ing should be properly leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION
OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac-
ing motion and mower blade drive belts
in the Service and Adiustments section
of this manual. Verify that the belts are
routed correctly,
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you _earn how to operate your trac-
tor, check to see that the brake is operat-
ing properly. See "TO CHECK BRAKE"
in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual,
,/CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to ensure that you receive the best
performance and satisfaction from this
Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
#"All assembly instructions have been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton,
,/Battery is properly prepared and
charged.
v" Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
#' All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were overin-
flated at the factory).
_" Ensure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-sideflront-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
v" Check mower and drive belts. Ensure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v" Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning hew to use your tractor, pay
extra attention to the following important
items:
J Engine oil is at proper level.
J Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu-
lar unleaded gasoline.
J Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine,
J Ensure brake system is in safe operat-
ing condition.
,/Ensure Operator Presence System
and Reverse Operation System (ROS)
are working properly (See the Opera-
tion and Maintenance sections in this
manual).