To adjust steering wheel alignment, Front wheel toe-in/camber, To remove wheel for repairs (see fig. 28) – Sears 917.25958 User Manual

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD
JUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27)

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift iever

is in the neutral (N) {lock gate) position. The adjustment is
preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,
proceed as follows;

• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N),

Loosen two locknuts on tie rod.

Turn center rod until gearshift lever falls into neutral

lock gate on fender console,

= Tighten locknuts securely,

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontai (left to right)
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer
ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in 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/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 28)

Block up axle securely.

Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

Repair tire and reassemble.

On rear wheels only; align grooves in rear wtieel hub

and axle. Insert square key.

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seai 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.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 29)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener
ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from bat
teries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.

If your battery Is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. If ‘‘jumper cables“ are used for emergency
starting, follow this procedure:
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A
12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER
VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR
BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

■ Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

{+) terminal of each battery, taking care not to short
against chassis.

» Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA

TIVE {-) terminal of fully charged battery.

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