Check Tire Pressure; Check Deck Levelness; Check Brake System; Checklist - Craftsman 917.271531 Owner's Manual

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were ovednflated
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 cutting results, mower housing
should be propedy leveled. See "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of 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 correct/y.
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:
v'AII assembly instructionshave been
completed.
,f No remaining loose parts in carton.
v"Battery is propedy prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
v"Seat Lsadjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
v, AII tires are propedy inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were
overinflated at the factory).
,,/Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to.rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for levering).
v"Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
v_Check wiring. See that all connections
are stiUsecure and wires are properly
clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor,
pay
extra attention to the following
=mportant items:
,(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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