Engine, To adjust throttle control cable (see fig. 32), To adjust choke control (see fig. 33) – Craftsman 917.259172 User Manual

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMEMTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows;

» With engine not running, move throttle control lever to

fast position.

Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it

is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back
until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable
clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:

“ With engine not running, move choke control (located

on dash panel) to full choke position.

Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to

expose carburetor choke (see “AIR FILTER” in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• Choke should be closed. If it Is not, loosen casing

clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is
completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw se
curely.

“ Reassemble air cleaner.

CHOKE CLOSED

"S'

CHOKE
LEVER

FIG. 33