Craftsman 917.28973 Operator's Manual page 7

Mower
Springs - 7/16
(1) 3/40.D. Washers
(2) Smaller Retainer
Springs- 5/16
(3) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers
(1) Anti-Sway Bar
(2) Rear_
Assemblies
_
Mower Front Wheel
(1) Wheel
(1) Shoulder Bolt
(1) 1-1/40.D. Washer
(1) Locknut
3/8-16
(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use
Slope Sheet
Keys
l',I
(2) Keys
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled 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
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
(1) 3/4" wrench Pliers
(1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet
When right or left hand is mentioned in this
manual, itmeanswhen you are in the operating
position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts cartons from carton.
• Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-
els of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
• Remove mower and packing materials.
• Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKID
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