Craftsman 917.259172 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
SERVBCE AN ADJUSTMENTS
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TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER
(See Fig. 28)
The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary°
If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its
position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted atthe
friction pack located on the right side of transmission.
o Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning
ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking
brake.
Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment
iocknut one half (1/2) turn°
NOTE; If for any reason the effort to move the motion
control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above
adjustment procedure by loosening locknut !/4 to 1/2 turn.
Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if
necessary.
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
Should your transmission require removal for service or
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and
before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS-
SION" in the Operation section of this manual r
ADJUSTMENT
LOCKNUT
FIG. 28
TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL AUGNMENT
If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-
ing wheel and reassemble per instructionsin the Assembly
section of this manual
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on
your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front
wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized
service center/departmento
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 29)
Block up axle securely_
o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to aI_ow
wheel remova_ (rear wheel contains a square key - Do
not Iose)o
Repair tire and reassemble.
. On rearwheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub
and axleo Insert square key.
o Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove°
° Replace axle cover,.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer,. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion°
WASHERS
RETAINING
RING
AXLE COVER
i
E_" SQUAREKEY
(REAR WHEEL ONLY)
FIG. 29
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