Check Tire Pressure; Check Deck Levelness; Check For Proper Position; Check Brake System - Craftsman 917.271530 Owner's Manual

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated
at the factory for shipping purposes.
Correct tire pressure is important for best
cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cuttingresults,mower housing
shouldbe propedyleveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustmentssectionof this
manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for
replacing motion and mower blade drive
belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the
belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your
tractor, check to see that the brake is
properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
v_ CHECKLIST
Before you operate and enjoy your new
tractor, we wish to assure that you receive
the best performance and satisfaction
from this Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
-,fAll assembly instructions have been
completed.
V"No remaining loose parts in carton.
.4"Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
vSeat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
,,,tAil ti_'esare propedy inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
ovednflated at the factory).
v" Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be propedy inflated
for leveling).
,/'Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed propedy around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
,/'Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are prapedy
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay extra attention to the following
important items:
v" Engine oil is at proper level.
V" Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
v"Become familiar with all controls - their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
.,/Be sure brake system is in safe
operating condition.
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