Craftsman 917.28936 Operator's Manual
Craftsman 917.28936 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 917.28936 Operator's Manual

24.0 hp 42" mower electric start automatic transmission
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CRAFTSMAN °
LAW
TRACTOR
24.0 HR* 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28936
, EspaSoI, p. 32
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This product has a low emission
engine which operates
differently from previously built engines.
Before you start the
1
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
iMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and instructions
before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800 -659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am- 5 pm, Mon - Sat
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As rated b ythe engine manufacturer
426472
Rev. 2

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules and instructions operating this equipment. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman 426472 Rev. 2 engine which operates For answers to your questions about this product, Call:...
  • Page 2 Product Specifications ... Assembty/Pre-Operation Operation ... Maintenance Schedule ... CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RIDING EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date or purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®...
  • Page 3 _I_,DANGER: This cutting machine throwing objects. Failure to observe the following in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
  • Page 4 II.SLOPE OPERATION Slopes area major factor r elated t oloss of control andtip-over accidents, which can result insevere i njury ordeath. O peration onallslopes r equires extra caution. can not back up the slope or if you feet un easy on it, do not mow it.
  • Page 5 Keep thenozzle i ncontact with therim ofthefuel t ankorcontainer opening a t all t imes until fueling i scomplete. Donot usea nozzle l ock-open device. Iffuel i sspilled o nclothing, change cloth- ingimmediately. Never overfill fuel t ank. R eplace gas cap and tighten s ecurely.
  • Page 6 (See REPAIR PARTS manual). REPAIR AGREEMENTS Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman@ product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having 64 oz.
  • Page 7 Keys (2/Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 NOTE: Youmaynowrollyourtractor o ff theskid. F ollow t heappropriate instruction below toremove thetractor from theskid. _WARNING:Beforestarting, read, understand and follow allinstructions Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
  • Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL ENGINE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) LIGHTS FUEL BATTERY ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the (A) ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other attach-...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor the eyes, which glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 12 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement controlled by the motion control lever. (J) 1. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral position. 2. Release parking brake. 3. Slowly move motion control desired position. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment determines the cutting height.
  • Page 13 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"...
  • Page 14 BEFORE STARTING CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level.
  • Page 15 PURGE TRANSMiSSiON _CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Chanqe Engine Oil (with oil filter)
  • Page 17 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE"...
  • Page 18 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an au- tomotive charger wilt extend its life. Keep battery and terminals clean. Keep battery bolts tight. Keep small vent holes open. Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
  • Page 19 5. Re-attach oil drain extension to engine blower housing. 6. Refill enginewith oilthrough oilfill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For ap- proximate capacity see "PRODUCT SP- ECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 7. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick checking level.
  • Page 20 DECK WASHOUT PORT Your tractor's deck is equipped washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized af- ter each use. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.
  • Page 21 SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 22 3. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. 4. Repeat on opposite side of tractor. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer...
  • Page 23: Visual Side-To-Side Adjustment

    TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. VISUAL SIDE=TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT 1.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- face. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Removemowerfromtractor MOVE MOWER"inthissectionofmanual). 2. Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
  • Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key - Do not lose). 3. Repair tire and reassemble. NOTE: On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.
  • Page 26 4. First c onnect RED battery c able (B)to positive ( +)battery terminal withhex bolt a ndkeps nutasshown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover ( C) over terminal. 5. Connect BLACK g rounding cable t o negative (-)battery t erminal withre- maining hexbolt a ndkeps nut.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. _WARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power CHART: CAUSE Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in rnanual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Loss of power (Continued) Excessive vibration Engine continues run when operator leaves seat with attach- ment clutch engaged Poor cut = uneven cutting Mower blades will not rotate POOr grass discharge CHART:...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Headlight(s) working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse o Find this and all your other product manuals online. o Get answers from our team of home experts.
  • Page 31 (n _- "r "n o_':oo _ o_.,< _ (3. _. _ _.:_ -_o _ "_- _'= o_" <8" "4 "r "n "n -..I...
  • Page 32 Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Programa de Mantenimiento Servicio y Ajustes ... Almacenamiento Identificaci6n de Problemas ... Servicio Sears ... DE CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR y mantiene de acuerdo con todas de material y mano de compra.
  • Page 33 _,PELIGRO: Esta Maquina eortadora objetos, si no se observan lesiones graves o la muerte. _ADVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte el alam- bre de la bujJa y p6ngalo donde no pueda entrar en contacto con la bujJa, para evitar el arranque por accidente, durante la preparaci6n, porte, el ajuste o cuando se hacen reparaciones.
  • Page 34 • Escoger una velocidad modo que no sea necesario estando en una pendiente. • No cortar la hierba mojada. Las ruedas pueden perder tracci6n. Poner siempre una marcha cuando se est& en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo.
  • Page 35 Mantener la m&quina libre u otros residuos acumulados. salpicaduras de aceite o carburante cualquier cosa mojada con carburante. que la m&quina se enfrJe antes Si se golpea un objeto ajeno, e inspeccionar la m&quina. esario, antes de volver a poner Nunca hacer ningt_n...
  • Page 36 ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Capacidad y Tipo 3 Galones (11,4 L) de gasolina: Regular Sin Plomo Tipo de Aceite: SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F/0°C) (API-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (Debajo 32°F/0°0) Capacidad de Con filtro: 64 oz. (1.96L) Aceite: Sin filtro: Bujia: Champion QC12YC (Abertura: .040"...
  • Page 37 Llaves (2) I_laves Su tractor nuevo ha sido montado en la f&brica con la excepci6n montado por razones de envio. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en forma adecuada y segura todas las partes y los articulos de ferreteria que se monten tienen que ser apretados en forma segura. Use las herramientas correctas, segQn sea necesario, para asegurarse de que esten apretados forma segura.
  • Page 38 AVISO: Ahora puede rodar oconducir fuera d elacorredera. Siga l as siguientes clones para r emover el tractor _,DVERTENCIA: Antes tender y seguir todas las instrucciones en la secci6n de Operaciones Asegurarse el tractor este ventilada. Asegurarse tractor este libre de otras personas PARA HACER...
  • Page 39 Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada Aprenda y comprenda sus significados. MARCHA ATR,_S NEUTRO MOTOR APAGADO SlSTEMA FUNCIONAMIENTO ATRAS (ROS) LUCES ENSENDIDAS COMBUSTIBLE ACCESORIO DEL ACCESORIO DEL EMBRAGUE EMBRAGUE ENGANCHADO DESENGANCHADO RUEDA LIBRE (Solamente para los modelos automatico) No seguir las siguientes...
  • Page 40 FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Nuestros tractores cumplen con los esta.ndares de seguridad del (A) PALANCA DEL LEVANTAMIENTO ACCESORIO usa para levantar, bajar y...
  • Page 41 La operaci6n de sus ojos, de seguridad haga ajustes de visi6n amplia COMO USAR SU TRACTOR PARA AJUSTAR EL FRENO DE ESTACIONA- MIENTO Su tractor viene equipado con un interruptor sen- sor que exige la presencia del operador. Cuando el motor est& funcionando, si el operador trata de bajarse del asiento sin primero aplicar el freno de estacionamiento,...
  • Page 42 PARA MOVERSE HACIAADELANTE ATRAS La direcci6n y la velocidad controladas por medio de la palanca de control de movimiento (J). 1. Haga arrancar el motor con la palanca de con- trol de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro. Suelte el freno de estacionamiento. Lentamente, mueva la palanca de control de movimiento a la posici6n deseada.
  • Page 43 FUNCIONAMI ENTO ATR.AS Tu tractor est& equipado con el Sistema de Fun- cionamiento Atr&s (ROS). Cualquier tentativa del operador de viajar marcha atr&s con el embrague puesto apagara, el motor a menos que la Ilave de ignici6n se ponga en la posici6n de "ON" del ROS. ATENCION: Jr marcha atr&s con el embrague puesto para cortar, no es recomendable.
  • Page 44 ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR REVISE EL NIVEL DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR El motor en su tractor ha sido enviado desde la f&brica Ileno con aceite de calidad para verano. 1. Revise el aceite del motor con el tractor en terreno nivelado. Remueva la tapa/varilla indicadora de nivel de relleno del aceite y IJmpielas, vuelva a insertar la varilla indicadora de nivel y atornille la tapa...
  • Page 45 3. Permita que latransmisi6n durante unminuto. Esto p uede ser echo d u- rante e l tiempo de calentamiento • Los accesorios pueden ser utilizados durante el periodo del recalentamiento despues que la transmisi6n tada. AVlSO: Si se encuentra a mucha altura (sobre 3000 pies) o en clima frio (por debajo de 32°F [0°C]), la mezcla del combustible carburador debe ser ajustada para el mejor...
  • Page 46 PROGRAMA DE MANTENIM|ENTO Revisar la operacion del freno Revisar la presi6n de las Ilantas Verifiez la commande de presence d'operateur et le sistema d ROS Revisar si hay sujetadores sueltos Afilar/cambiar las cuchillas de la segadora Tabla de lubricaci6n Revisar el nivel Limpiar la bateria y los terminales Limpie...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando de mantenimiento. OPERAOION DEL FRENO Si el tractor necesita m&s de cinco (5) pies para detenerse a la m&xima velocidad al cambio m&s alto en una superficie nivelada, de hormig6n o pavimen- tada, hay que hacerle el servicio al freno.
  • Page 48 Enjuague la bateria con agua corriente sequela. Limpie los terminales y los extremos del cable de la bateria con un cepillo de alambre hasta que queden brillantes. Cubra los terminales con grasa o parafina. 6. Reinstale la bateria (Vea "Reemplazar Bateria"...
  • Page 49 FILTRO DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR Cambie el filtro de aceite del motor cads tempo- rada ovez por medic que cambie el aceite, si el tractor se usa mas de 100 horas en un aSo. FILTRO DEL AIRE Su motor puede sufrir averias manera incorrecta con un filtro del sire sucio.
  • Page 50 PUERTO LAVADO La cubierta de su tractor est& equipada puerto de lavado sobre la superficie parte del sistema de lavado beria utilizar cada vez que se haya usado el tractor. Lleve el tractor a un despejado de su cesped, de una boca de riego como la manguera...
  • Page 51 ADVERTENCIA:PARA SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: 1. Presione el pedal del embrague/freno Ponga la palanca de control de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro. Ponga el embrague del accesorio en la posici6n desenganchado Ponga la Ilave de ignici6n en la posici6n de apagado (STOP) y remuevala. AsegQrese que las cuchillas y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente.
  • Page 52 Realice el mismo procedimiento lado del tractor. FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de la pieza de uni6n (D) por encima de la clavija que hay en la barra posterior de la cortadora y fijela con una arandela y un resorte de contenci6n.
  • Page 53 PARA NJVELAR LA SEGADORA AsegOrese de que los neum&ticos esten inflados a la PSi que se indica en estos. masiado inflados o poco inflados, el cesped no le quedara, bien cortado, Io cual podr& Ilevarlo a pen- sar que la SEGADORA no esta.
  • Page 54 PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSION DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA La correa de impulsi6n de la cuchilla segadora se puede cambiar sin herramientas. tractor en una superficie nivelada. Enganche el freno de estacionamiento. REMOCI6N DE LA CORREA 1. Remueva la segadora del tractor (Vea"PARA REMOVER LA SEGADORA:' de esta secciSn de este manual).
  • Page 55 IMPRESI6N / INCLINACION DELANTERAS La impresi6n e inclinaci6n de las ruedas delan- teras de su nuevo tractor vienen asi de f&brica y son normales. La impresi6n y la inclinaci6n de las ruedas delanteras no son regulables. que se produzca algQn daSo que afecte la im- presi6n o la inclinaci6n de las ruedas delanteras tal como vinieron de f&brica, p6ngase en contacto con un centro de servicios Sears u otro centro de...
  • Page 56 REEMPLAZAR LABATERIA _ADVERTENCIA: No haga c ortocircuito los terminales delabateria alpermitir que una Ilave d etuerca ocualquier encontacto con ambos terminales vez. A ntes deinstalar labateria remueva pulseras demetal, losrelojes depulsera de metal, los anillos, etc. El t erminal positivo tiene q ue conectarse ero para e vitar laschispas debido alaconexi6n atierra p or a ccidente.
  • Page 57 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el al- macenamiento al final de la temporada tractor no se va a usar por 30 dias o m&s. A_,ADVERTENCIA: Nunca almacene con gasolina en el estanque dentro de un edificio en donde los gases pueden alcanzar una llama expuesta ouna chispa.
  • Page 58 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Seats. PROBLEMA CAUSA No arranea Sin combustible. Motor sin la"ESTRANGULACION" (CHOKE) adecuada. Motor ahogado. Bujia mala. Filtro de aire sucio. Filtro de combustible Agua en el combustible.
  • Page 59 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea JaseccJ6n apropJada en eJ manual a menos que este dirJgido a un centro de servJcJo Sears. CAUSA PROBLEMA P_rdida de Agua en el combustible. fuerza (eJgue) Alambrado Rejilla/aletas Silenciador Alambrado Carburador Valvulas del motor desajustadas. Vibraci6n Cuchilla desgastada, exeesiva Mandril de la cuchilla doblado.
  • Page 60 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la seccJ6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Seats. PROBLEMA CAUSA Las luz (ees) El interruptor de lantera(e) Bombilla(s) no funcio- nando Interrupter Alambrado Fusible quemado. La bater_a Elemento(s) de la bateria malo(s).
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