Craftsman 917.25431 Operator's Manual page 10

_fCHECKLIST
Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to assure 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.
_/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
_/All tires are properly inflated. (For ship-
ping 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 leveling).
_/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
_/Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
_/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel
control is in "transmission engaged"
position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in the
Operation section of this manual).
While learning howto use your tractor, pay ex-
tra attention to the following important items:
_/ Engine oil is at proper level.
_/ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline.
_/ 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.
_/ Be sure Operator Presence System and
Reverse Operation System (ROS) are
working properly (See the Operation and
Maintenance sections in this manual).
_/ It is important to purge the transmission
before operating your tractor for the
first time. Follow proper starting and
transmission purging instructions (See
"TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE
TRANSMISSION" in the Operation sec-
tion of this manual).
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