Craftsman 917.276310 - Manual (Page 21)

• !f links are not equal in length, adjust
one link to same length as other link.
• To lower front of blade, loosen nut “C”
on both front links an equal number of
turns.
NOTE:
Each full turn of nut “C” will
change distance “B" by approximately
3/16".
• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut “D” against
trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of blade, loosen nut
“D” from trunnion on both front links.
Tighten nut “C” on both front links an
equal number of turns. The two front
links must remain equal in length.
• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut “D” against
trunnion on both front links.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.
Blade
BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE
EQUAL IN LENGTH
YQ
replace mower drive belt
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL
1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage
parking brake.
2. Lower mower to its lowest position.
3. Disengage belt tension rod from lock
A bracket.
CAUTION: Rod is spring loaded.
Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly.
4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel
cover and remove cover.
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9.
Remove any dirt or grass clippings
which may have accumulated around
mandrels and entire upper deck sur­
face.
Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from
rear deck bracket by removing retainer
spring.
Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H.
mandrel pulley.
Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.
Remove belt from idler pulleys.