Craftsman 917.271110 - Manual (Page 11)

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO
MOWER DECK
The gauge wheels are designed to keep
the mower deck in proper position when
operating mower. Be sure they are proper­
ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per­
formance.
• Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on
a flat level surface.
•- Adjust mower to desired cutting height
(See “TO AD.JUST MOWER CUTTING
HEIGHT in the Operation section of this
manual).
• With mower in desired height of cut po­
sition, gauge wheels should be assem­
bled so they are slightly off the ground.
Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole
with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-
16 locknut and tighten securely.
• Repeat for opposite side installing
gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.
Gauge Wheel
y'CHECKLIST
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING
CHECKLIST:
✓ All assembly instructions have been
completed.
✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓ Battery is properly prepared and
charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and
tightened securely.
✓ All tires are properly 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 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 free­
wheel control is in drive position.
WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR
TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO
THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
/ Engine oil is at proper level.
/ Fuel tank is fill^ with fresh, clean,
regular unleaded gasoline.
/ Become familiar with all controls - their
cation and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
/ Be sure brake system is in safe operat­
ing condition.
/ 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
section of this manual).
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