Craftsman 917.276920 - Manual (Page 10)

12. Insert other end of link (E) into hole in
front mower bracket (H) and secure with
washer and retainer spring (J).
8. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Insert
rod end of link assembly into hole in trac­
tor lift shaft suspension arm (L) and pivot
link down to mower. Lift rear corner of
mower and position slot in link assembly
over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and
secure with washer and retainer spring.
9. Repeat on op|;)Osite side of tractor.
13. Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock­
ing bracket (L).
14. Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing
in all mower pulley grooves.
10. Turn steering wheel to position wheels
straight forward.
11. ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from
left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link
assembly through front hole in tractor
front suspension bracket (F) and secure
with retainer spring (G) through hole in
link located behind the bracket.
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15. Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking
bracket (L).
CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage
slowly.
16. Raise attachment lift lever to highest
position.
17. If necessary, adjust gauge wheels
before operating mower as shown in the
Operation section of this manual.