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Craftsman C459-60134 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Garden TraCTOr
28 HP, 54" Tractor
electric Start
PGT9000
Model No. C459-60134
This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and
understand this Operator's Manual.
CAUTION
Before using this equipment,
read this manual and follow
all safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
Visit our web site: sears.ca
769-06865
(02.08.11)

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Garden TraCTOr 28 HP, 54” Tractor electric Start PGT9000 Model No. C459-60134 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Operator’s Manual. CAUTION...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TaBLe OF COnTenTS Warranty Statement ............2 Troubleshooting ....... 31 Safety Instructions ............3 Parts List (Tractor) .

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS WArNINg DANger This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera- This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious yourself and others.
  • Page 4 SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS SlOpe OperATION • Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over • Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until accidents which can result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 5 SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS CHIlDreN SerVICe Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence Safe Handling of Gasoline of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in activity.
  • Page 6 SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS General Service • Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed • Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine of the engine. exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.
  • Page 7 SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS SAfeTY SYMBOlS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER—...
  • Page 8 SaFeTY InSTrUCTIOnS SlOpe gUIDe...

  • Page 9: Safety Labels

    SaFeTY LaBeLS S32356...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    aSSeMBLY TrACTOr SeT-Up Shipping Brace removal WArNINg Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor’s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve Make sure the garden tractor’s engine is off, set the parking brake for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually. Open- and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace.
  • Page 11 aSSeMBLY Connecting the Battery Cables Checking Tire pressure WArNINg WArNINg Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause of the tire.
  • Page 12 aSSeMBLY Setting the Deck gauge Wheels and roller gasoline and Oil Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably pavement, and The fuel tank is located under the hood. Remove the fuel cap by proceed as follows turning it counterclockwise. Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline.

  • Page 13: Know Your Lawn Mower

    KnOW YOUr MOWer Systems Indicator Monitor Ignition Switch Fuel Tank Cap Module Throttle Control PTO (Blade Engage) Knob Fuel Level Indicator Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake/ Reverse Pedal Cruise Control Lever Deck Lift Lever Seat Adjustment Lever Cup Holder Figure 6 THrOTTle CONTrOl leVer The Garden Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Figure 6...
  • Page 14 KnOW YOUr MOWer DeCk lIfT leVer SYSTeMS INDICATOr MONITOr/HOUr MeTer lCD Found on your tractor’s right fender, the deck lift lever is used to change the height When the ignition key is of the cutting deck. To use, move the lever rotated out of the STOP to the left, then place in the notch best position but not into the START...
  • Page 15 KnOW YOUr MOWer pTO / BlADe eNgAge kNOB fUel leVel INDICATOr Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor’s deck or other (separately available) attachments. dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas tank. Pull outward on the PTO/Blade Engage knob to activate it.

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPeraTIOn SAfeTY INTerlOCk SWITCHeS STOppINg THe eNgINe This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection WArNINg of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and disconnect the operate the tractor.
  • Page 17 OPeraTIOn reVerSe CAUTION MODe DrIVINg ON SlOpeS The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module Refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on page 8 to help determine slopes where allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) you may operate the tractor safely.
  • Page 18 OPeraTIOn MOWINg Cruise Control WArNINg WArNINg Never engage the cruise control lever while traveling in reverse. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystand- ers, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while To set the cruise control: it is in operation.

  • Page 19: Service And Maintenance

    SerVICe and MaInTenanCe WArNINg Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks.
  • Page 20 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe NOTE: References to the right or left side of tractor are from the viewpoint of the operator facing forward from the tractor seat. CUTTINg DeCk reMOVAl To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows: Deck Idler Place the PTO/Blade Engage knob in the disengaged (OFF) Bracket position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 21 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe Idler Pulley Deck Stabilizer Rod Belt Cover Belt Keeper Hex Washer Screw Figure 14 Figure 13 NOTE: The idler pulleys may have to be loosened, but not removed, in CHANgINg THe TrANSMISSION DrIVe order to remove the belt from around them. Refer to Fig. 15 on the next BelT page.
  • Page 22 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe Pull the right side of the belt and place the narrow V side of the belt into the PTO pulley. See Figure 10 in CUTTING DECK REMOVAL and Figure 16 below. Block of Wood Flange Lock Nut While holding the deck belt and PTO pulley together, rotate the pulley to the left (See Figure 16).
  • Page 23 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe BATTerY If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery as follows: WArNINg Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and If your battery charger is automatic, charge the battery until the lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause charger indicates that charging is complete.
  • Page 24 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe MAINTeNANCe Move the tractor’s PTO (Blade Engage) into the ON position. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck engaged WArNINg for a minimum of two minutes, allowing the underside of the Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set cutting deck to thoroughly rinse.
  • Page 25 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe ADjUSTMeNTS leveling the Deck (Side to Side) If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side WArNINg adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: Shut the engine off, remove the ignition key and engage the parking With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift brake before making adjustments.
  • Page 26 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe DeCk reAr rOller ADjUSTMeNT Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, or if the ball The rear rollers on the mower deck are not designed to carry the joints are being replaced due to damage or wear, the steering drag weight of the deck.
  • Page 27 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe eNgINe MAINTeNANCe Changing the engine Oil WArNINg Checking the engine Oil Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and sur- SF, SG, SH, or SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to rounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin.
  • Page 28 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe Air Cleaner Spark plug WArNINg Clean area around the spark plug base. Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing If filters, or covers are not installed correctly serious injury or death and washing with a commercial solvent could result from backfire.
  • Page 29 SerVICe and MaInTenanCe To Replace the Fuel Filter: Muffler Before replacing the fuel filter, drain the fuel tank or close the fuel WArNINg shut-off valve. Otherwise, fuel can leak out and cause a fire or Temperature of muffler and nearby engine areas may exceed 150˚ F explosion.

  • Page 30: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SeaSOn STOraGe WArNINg Never store lawn tractor with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance. prepArINg THe eNgINe DrAININg THe fUel Locate the fuel filter, which is located on the left side of the...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TrOUBLeSHOOTInG WArNINg Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.

  • Page 32: Parts List (Tractor)

    ParTS LIST Steering and Axle — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 33 ParTS LIST Steering and Axle — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 710-04095 Hex Head Screw, 3/8-16:1.00 938-04041-0637 LH Axle Assembly 710-0514 Hex Head Screw, 3/8-16:1.00 710-0395 Hex Head Screw, 5/16-18:2.25 710-0643 Hex Head Screw, 5/16-18:1.00 710-0859 Hex Head Screw, 3/8-16:2.50...
  • Page 34 ParTS LIST Hood and Dash — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 35 ParTS LIST Hood and Dash — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 631-04353P Dash Lever 731-07458 RH Lens 710-04484 Taptite Screw, Lock Washer, 5/16-18:.750 731-07459 LH Lens 710-0599 Taptite Screw, Lock Washer, 1/4-20:0.500 931-07461 Hood Scoop 710-0895 Hi-Lo Screw, Lock Washer, 1/4-15:0.750...
  • Page 36 ParTS LIST Seat and fender — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 37 ParTS LIST Seat and fender — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 683-04301-0637 Lift Shaft Assembly 732-04563 Compression Spring, .68 x 1.065 x .055 712-04063 Flangelock Nut, 5/16-18 938-0296 Shoulder Screw, .437 x .268:5/16-18 712-04065...
  • Page 38 ParTS LIST Drive and rear Wheels — Model No. C459-60134 29 33 62 54...
  • Page 39 ParTS LIST Drive and rear Wheels — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 918-04317 Wheel Assembly Hub 747-05124 Brake Rod 918-04917 Transmission 747-05125A Control Rod 710-0189 Hex Screw, 5/16-18:3.00 747-05130 Disengage Rod 710-0227 Screw, #8-18:0.500...
  • Page 40 ParTS LIST engine Accessories — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 41 ParTS LIST engine Accessories — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Part No. Description 683-04549-0637 Mulffler Shield Assembly 710-0227 Screw, Indented Washer, #8-18:0.500 710-04683 Taptite Screw, Indented Washer, 3/8-16:1.000 710-0599 Taptite Screw, Indented Washer, 1/4-20:0.500 710-1314A Socket Head Screw, 5/16-18:.750 712-0271 Sems Nut, 1/4-20...
  • Page 42 ParTS LIST pTO and Battery — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 43 ParTS LIST pTO and Battery — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Part No. Description 710-04379A Hex Head Screw, 7/16-20:3.50 917-1774C Electric PTO Clutch 725-0157 Cable Tie, 3/16 x .05 x 7.4 936-0171 Lock Washer, 7/16 736-0277 Flat Washer, 1.031 x 1.620 x .095...
  • Page 44 ParTS LIST Deck — Model No. C459-60134...
  • Page 45 ParTS LIST Deck — Model No. C459-60134 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 12650 Height Adjust Bracket 732-04652 Compression Spring, .535 OD x 1.751 LG 96606 Retainer Hook Bracket 732-04692 Extension Spring, .85 OD x 5.915 LG 918-04608A...

  • Page 46: Parts (Engine)

    ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 48 SHORT BLOCK 1058 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 1373 1028 1366 601A 1374 1017 1027 552A 552A 1024 219 221...
  • Page 47 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134...
  • Page 48 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 1026 1026A 1022 1029 1100 1023 1022 1022 1029 1100 1023A 1022...
  • Page 49 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 1169 1128 1124A 1126 1124 1436 1437 1127 1438 318A...
  • Page 50 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 1040 305A 186A 186B 306A 918A 186A 307A 447A...
  • Page 51 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 1054 668A 1059 1070 1005 1119 789A 1051 1439 1090...
  • Page 52 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 1123 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1022 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022...
  • Page 53 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 96908 Cylinder Assembly 691056 Washer (Flywheel) 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) 499585 Bushing/Seal Kit (Magneto Side) 699721 Kit-Idle Speed 391086s Seal-Oil (Magneto Side)
  • Page 54 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 794389 Collector-Oil 696541 Drive-Starter 691024 Clamp-Casing 796530 Hose-Oil Drain 792629 Screw (Casing Clamp) 692024 Clutch-Drive 695410 Washer-Sealing 691036 Dipstick 792651 Washer (Governor Control Lever)
  • Page 55 ParTS LIST Craftsman engine Model 49M777-0853-g5 for Model C459-60134 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 493880s Terminal-Spark Plug 1127 695407 Screw (Float Bowl) 865A 792286 Cover-Air Guide (Valley) 1128 690990 Screw (Carburetor Nozzle) 690968 Seal-Valve 1169...

  • Page 56: Labels

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  • Page 57: Warranty

    WarranTY STaTeMenT General: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are excluded.

  • Page 58: Emission Control System Warranty Statement

    FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and, for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission (evaporative and/or exhaust) control system (ECS) warranty on your outdoor 2006 and later small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment engine) In California, new outdoor equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, 1997 and later model year equipment must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S.
  • Page 59 The outdoor equipment engine owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defec- tive, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.
  • Page 60 (This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only.) Sears Brands Management Corporation (Sears), the California Air resources Board (CArB) and the United States environmental protection Agency (U.S. epA) emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTI- YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED FIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THEREAF-...

  • Page 61: Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Sears) . 60 Relevant Emissions Durability Period

    look for relevant emissions Durability period and Air Index Information On Your engine emissions label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A. makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels.

  • Page 62: Repair Protection Agreement

    PrOTeCTIOn aGreeMenT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or tion.
  • Page 63 02488 199260 07.21.05 BY Printed in U.S.A.
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