Craftsman 917.28862 Operator's Manual
Craftsman 917.28862 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 917.28862 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.0 hp, 46" mower electric start automatic transmission
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LAWN
TRACTOR
21.0 HP,* 46" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28862
• Espa_ol, p. 33
This product has a low emission engine which operates
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Before
start the
differently
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engine, read and understand this Operator's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
aboutlhis product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
SEARS Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (EIO) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (EIO) will void the product warrant,#.
Esta m_quina puede utilizer gasotlna con un contenido de haste el 10% de etanol (EIO).
El uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (EIO) anulard [a garanUa del produoto.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before SEARS Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (EIO) is acceptable for use in this machine.
  • Page 2 Operation ..........Maintenance Schedule ......Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, aI] non-expendable parts of this riding equipment are warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective non-expendable part will receive free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible.
  • Page 3 _DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _kWARNING: In orderto preventacciden- • Never direct discharged materialtoward tat starting when setting up, transporting, anyone.
  • Page 4 !1.SLOPE OPERATION • Keep children out of the mowing area and inthe watchful care of a responsible Slopes are a major factor related to loss of adult other than the operator, control and tip-over accidents, which can • Be alert and turn machine off if a child result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 5 • Remove gas-powered equipment from Nevertamperwithsafetydevices, Check thetruck ortrailer a nd refuel it onthe their proper operation regularly. ground. Ifthis isnot p ossible, then refuel • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or such e quipment with aportable container, other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel rather than from a gasoline dispenser spillage and remove any fuel-soaked de- nozzle.
  • Page 6 Filter: 48 Oz./1,4 L REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap; .030"/0.76 mm) Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Ground Speed Forward: 0 - 5.2/8,4 designed and manufactured for years of (Mph/Kph): Reverse: 0 - 2.9/4,7...
  • Page 7 Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys lllllllllllll,lll ill illill Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly abel easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2"...
  • Page 8 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See t_CHECKLIST Operation section for location function of controls) Before you operate your new tractor, we 1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest wish to assure that you receive the best position. performance and satisfaction from this 2.
  • Page 9 These s ymbols may appear onyour tractor orinliterature supplied with theproduct, Learn and understand their meaning, CHOKE FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH IGNmON Swi"rCH PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE REVERSE ENGINE ENGINE START OPERATION SYSTEM (ROE) CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCHIB RAKE LIGHTS...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 03t_ Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute, (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting...
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 12 TO MOVE FORWARD AND TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS BACKWARD Gauge wheels are properlyadjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when mower The direction and speed of movement is is at the desired cutting height in operating controlled by the motion control lever. (J) position.
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT; The motion control leverdoes REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) not return to neutral position whenthe clutch/ Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse brake pedal is depressed. Operation System (ROS), Any attempt by • To restart movement, slow!y release park- the operatorto travel inthe reversedirection ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.
  • Page 14 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 3. Place motion control lever in neutral position, CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 4. Move attachment clutch to disengaged The engine in your tractor has been shipped, position. from the factory, already filled with summer 5. Move throttle control to choke position. weight oil.
  • Page 15 PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS - Tire chains cannot be used when the _.CAUTION: Never engage or disengage mower housing is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is running. • Mower should be properly leveled for best Toensure proper operationandperformance, mowing performance.
  • Page 16 BEFORE EVERY _-'VERY" EVER"# ,,llll II MAINTENANCE " EV_ERY F*V_RY BEFORE SCHEDULE EACH E_SON STORAGE HOUR r_ HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation ..'"' " ,,,,,C,heek Tire Pressure " Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for L ..Fasteners ,if, ..
  • Page 17 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety ruleswhen performing any maintenance. • Whenthe engine is running withthe ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the BRAKE OPERATION attachment clutch engaged, any attempt If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to by the operator to drive in reverse should stop at highest speed in highest gear on a shut off the engine.
  • Page 18 BATTERY ENGINE Your tractor has a battery charging system LUBRICATION which is sufficient for normal use. However, Only use high quality detergent oil ratedwith periodic charging of the battery with an au- API service classification SG-SL. Selectthe tomotive charger will extend its life. oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your * Keep battery and terminals clean.
  • Page 19 6. Refill engine with oil t hrough ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM oilfilldipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. Forap- Debris may clog the engine's air cooling proximate capacity see "PRODUCT SP- system. Remove blower housing and clean ECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. area shown to prevent overheating and 7.
  • Page 20 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc, of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive. ,_ CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and movable parts IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connec- Clutch/brake pedal...
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID S ERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral position, 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 22 3. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION 7, Insert end of link (E) into hole in front ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole mower bracket (H) and secure with in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor washer and retainer spring (J), chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Make sure tires are properly inflatedto the IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- PSI shown ontires, lftires are over or under to-side. inflated, it may affect the appearance ofyour lawn and lead you to think the mower is not To obtainthe best cutting results, the mower adjusted properly.
  • Page 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION - BELT 1. Install new belt from tractor rear to front, The mower blade drive belt may be replaced over the steering plate (F) and above without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- clutch brake pedal shaft (G).
  • Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS NOTE: If additionalclearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck 1. Block up axle securely. height to the lowest position. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and After above adjustment is made, if the trac- washers to aliow wheel removal (rear tor still creeps forward or backward while wheels havea squarekey- Do not lose).
  • Page 26 REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug- _WARNING: Do not short battery termi- in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind nals by allowing a wrench or any other object the dash. to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal TO REMOVE HOOD &...
  • Page 27 immediately prepare your tractorfor storage ENGINE atthe end ofthe season orifthe tractor will FUEL SYSTEM not be used for 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent _WARNING: Never store the tractor with gum deposits from forming in essential fuel gasoline in the tank inside a building where system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, or tank during storage.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wi|l not start Out of fuel. Fi]l fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTIO' CAUSE PROBLEM Weak or dead battePj. will not start Corroded battery terminals. Clean battery terminals, Loose or damaged wiring. Check a|i wiring. Faulty solenoid or starter. Check/replace solenoid or starter.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bok cuffing Mower deck not level. Level mower deck. Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART; See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Battery will not Badbattery cell(s). Replace battery, charge Poor cable connections. Check/clean all connections. (if so equipped), Rep|ace reguiater. Faultyregulator Faulty alternator. Replace alternator. Loss of drive Freewheel...
  • Page 32 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 33 Para conocer los detalles de la cobertura de garantia para obtener una reparaci6n o reemplazo gratuito, Ilame al 1-800-659-5917 6 visits el sitio web: www. craftsman.cam En redes los cases anteriores, si el reemplazo as imposible, el equipo tractor serd sustituido sin cargo con el rnismo modelo o unc equivalente.
  • Page 34 _,PELtGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las manosy los pies y de lanzar objetos, si no se observan tas instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o la muerte. • No maneje la m&quina si no tiene la trampa _DVERTENCIA: Siempre desconec_e el alam- para c_sped completa, la canaieta de descarga...
  • Page 35 • Tenet el m_Jmo cuidado cuando se acerca . Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de modo que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar a cantos ciegos, arbustos, &rboles u otros estando en una pendiente. objetos que pueden impedir la vista de nifios. •...
  • Page 36 OPERACIONES DE SERVICIO GENERALES • Nunca hacer funcionar la m&quina en un _rea • Si se golpea unobjeto ajeno, hay que pararse cerrada. e inspeccionar Ea rn&quina. Reparar, si es • Mantener todas las tuercas y pemos apretados necesario, antes de volver a poner en marcha, para asegurarse de que trabaja en condiciones •...
  • Page 37 Champion RC12YG LA REPARAC|6N (Aberlura: .030'=/0.76 mr;}) Congratulaciones pot su buena compra. Su Velocidad Marcha nuevo producto Craftsman® est,. disefiado y Recarr'_o Adelante: 0 - 5.2/8,4 fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable pot (Mph/Kph): Atr&s: 0 - 2.9/4,7 muchos aries. Pete como todos los productos,...
  • Page 38 Llaves Hoja de pendiente Llaves (2) Su tractor nuevo ha sido montado en la f&brica con Ia excepci6n de aquellas pares que no se han montado pot razones de envfo. HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS PARA EL MONTAJE Un juego de Ifaves de tubo facilitarA el montaje. A continuaci6n se enumeran los tamaSos de las Ilaves est&ndar.
  • Page 39 PARA HACER RODAR EL TRACTOR LISTA DE REVISION FUERA DE LA CORREDERA (Vea ia sec- ci6n de la operaci6n para la localidad Antes de operar yde disfrutar de su tractor nuevo, |a funcibn de los controles) le deseamos que reciba el mejor rendimiento y la 1.
  • Page 40 Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la Iiteratura proporcionada con el producto, Aprenda y comprenda sus significados. MARCHA ATR h,S NEUTRO ALTO BAJO ESTRA_IGU- Rh.PIOO LENTO LAGION FRENODE ALTURADE LA LEVANTAMIENTO ESTAGIONAM]ENTO SEGAOORA DE LA SEGADORA ATRAS HAC)AADELANTE °RUCE"O DE EMBRAGUE ®@@@@...
  • Page 41 FAMIMARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Nuestros tractores cumplen con los est&ndares de seguridad del American National Standard Institute, (A) PALANCA DEL LEVANTAMIENTO DEL AC-...
  • Page 42 COMe USAR SU TRACTOR AVISO:Si no se mueve la palanca de mando entre la posici6n de velocidad media y m_ima PARA AJUSTAR EL FRENO DE ESTACIONA- (r_.pida), antes de pamrse, se puede causar un MtENTO "retorno de llama" del motor. Su tractor viene equipado con un interruptersen- sor que exige Japresencia del operador.
  • Page 43 PAPA MOVERSE HACIA ADELANTE Y HACIA AVISO: Ajuste ]as ruedas calibradoras con el ATRAS tractor en una superficie nivelada plana. Ajuste la segadora a la altura de corte La direcci6n y la velocidad dei movimiento son deseada con la manilla de ajuste de al- controladas pot medio de Ia palanca de control tura (Vea "PAPA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE de movimiento (J).
  • Page 44 FUNCIONAMIENTO ATRAS PARA TRANSPORTAR Tu tractor est,, equipado con el Sistema de Fun- Cuando empuje o arrastre sutractor asegSrese de cionamiento Atr_.s (ROS). Cualquier tentativa del desenganchar la transmisi6n poniendoel control operador de viajar marcha atrds con el embrague de la rueda }ibreen Ia posici6n de marcha de rue- da libre.
  • Page 45 AGREGUE GASOLINA Inserte la ltave en ]a ignic[dn y gire la Ilaveen • Llene el estanque de combustible. Llene e] sentido que giran las manillas del reloj a _a hasta la parte inferior del cuel]o de relleno del posici6n de arranque start, y suelte la I]ave tan estanque de gasolina.
  • Page 46 PURGAR LA TRANSMISION CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR • No se pueden usar Ias cadenas para las Ilantas _kPRECAUCI6N: Nunca enganche o desen- ganche la palanca deI control de rueda libre cuando la caja de la segadora estA adjunta aI tractor. cuando el motor esta funcionando. •...
  • Page 47 PROGRAMADE cAc_ C_DA CAOA CAD_ CAOA ANTES DE .._" ' MANTENIMIENTO CADA U,,_,_,_,_,_,_,_,_,_ T_t_IpoRAD A ALM_;ENAB,_,,m3 HOP.AS HORAS ,,u, HORAS HORAS R_=__o_c_ d_, r,_' ' V_d|J_Z b c_mrnande de p;'es'er',ce ...."_,oo_,oy 0.io*=J .._oo V" t/" Iv" ffoD_ rste_r e[ f_ si_ema d ROS...
  • Page 48 VERIFIE_ZSISTEMA FUNOIONAMIENTO ATR_,S TRACTOR (ROS) Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando • Cuando el motor est& en marcha con eLinte- d@mantenimiento. rruptor de Haveen posici6nde motor "ON" y el OPERACI(_N DEL FRENO embrague del accesorio conectado, cualqu_er Si el tractor necesita m_s de cinco (5) pies para tentativa de1operador de viajar marcha art&s, detenerse a la m&_ima velocidad al cambio mAs apagar&...
  • Page 49 BATERiA MOTOR Su tractor cuenta con un sistema de carga de la LUBRICACION bateria que es sufic[ente para el uso normal. Sin Use solamente aoeite de detergente de a|ta embargo, si se carga la baterfa peri6dicamente, calidad clasificado con la clasificaci6nSG-SL de con un cargador de autom6viles, se prolongar_.
  • Page 50 5. Vue[va afijar elaccesorio de purga del SISTEMA DE ENFRIAMIENTO DE AIRE aceite en el alojamiento de Jaturbina del motor. Losescombrospueden atescar el sistema de en- friamiento de aire de motor. Remueva la cubierta 6. Vuelva a Ilenar e[ motor con aceite a tray, s del sop]ador y limpie el ,_rea mostrada pare evitar del tube de la vari_laindicadora de nivel pare el recalentamiento y defies al motor.
  • Page 51 UMPIEZA Eche hacia atr_.s ta abrazadera de cierre deI adaptador de la boquilla y empuje 6ste en el Limpie todo material extrafio deI motor, la puerto de lavado de la cubierta en el extremo bateria, el asiento, el pulido, etc. izquierdo de ]a cubiertade la segadora.
  • Page 52 _t, ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESI(_NES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: 1. Presione el pedal del embrague/freno compietamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento, 2. Ponga ta palanca de control de movimiento en ]a posici6nde neutro. 3. Ponga el embrague del accesodo en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED). 4.
  • Page 53 Realice el mismo procedirniento en el otto Iado de] tractor. 9. Retire el resorte de sujeci6n (K), deslice la FIJE LAS PfEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- abrazadera (L) hasta quitarla, y saque a TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior presiSn la gufa de la caja (P) hasta que se de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de Ia pieza salga del soporte.
  • Page 54 PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA 5. Vuelvaaverificarlasmedidasyajustenueva- rnente, en case necesario, hasta que arnbos Aseg_rese de que los neurn_ticosest_n inflados lades queden iguales. a la PSi que se indica en estos. Si est&n de- AJUSTE DE DELANTE A ATRAS rnasiado infJadoso poco Jnflados, el c_sped no le quedar&...
  • Page 55 PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSI6N MONTAJE DE LA CORREA DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA 1. Instale Ia cortes nueva de Ia parle de atr_.s La cortes de impulsi6n de [a cuohilla segadora a la parte de adelante del tractor, pas_.ndola se puede cambiar sin herramientas, Estacione el per encima de la placa de dimcci6n (F) y del tractor en una superficie nivelada, Enganche el...
  • Page 56 Palanca de control Neutro Oierre PARA REMOVER LAS RUEDAS de t 1, Btoquee eleje en forma segura. 2. Remueva la cubierta del eje, el anillo de reten- ci6n y las arandelas para permitir la remoci6n de Ias ruedas (Ia rueda trasera contiene una Ilave cuadrada - no la pierda), 3.
  • Page 57 REEMPLAZAR LA BATERIA ENTREClERRE Y RELES El alambrado suelto o dafiado puede producir el _ADVERTENCIA: No haga cortocircuito conlos real funcionamiento de su tractor, o que deje de terminales de la baterfa al permitir que una liave funcionar, o le impida el arrancar. de tuerca o cuatquierotto objeto entre en contacto •...
  • Page 58 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el al- ° Vaciar el depSsito det carburante poniendo en macenamiento a! final de la temporada o si el marcha e] motor y dej&ndolo funcionar hasta tractor no se va a usar per 30 d{as o mas. gue el carburante termine el carburador est_ vac{o.
  • Page 59 IDENTIFICACI(_N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccien apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION Sin combustible. No arranca L[ene el estanque de combustible. Motor sin la =ESTRANGULACION" Vea "PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MO- (CHOKE) adecuada.
  • Page 60 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos qua est_ dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECC1ON P_rdida de Ague en e[ combustible. Vaciarelestanqued ecombustibIe yeI carbu- fuerza rador, vuelvaa llenar elestanque congaso_ line nueva y cambJe el filtro de combustible.
  • Page 61 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECC[ON Las luz (¢es) El interrupter est&"AP'AGADO"(OFF), i'i"' "ENCIENDA" (ON) el interruptor_ de |antera(s) Bombilla(s) 0 I_.mpara(s) quemada(s). Oambie la bombllla(s) o f_mpara(s).
  • Page 63 GUfA SUGERIDAPARA MEDIR LAS PENDIENTESCON LA VISTA PARAUNA OPERACIONSEGURA DVERTENCIA: Para evltar da_os graves, haga funclonar su tractor arriba y aba_o de |as penal|antes, nunca transversalmente con respects alas pendientes. No cortar pend[sntes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los viraJes gradua]mente pa_ ev]lar volcarse o ]a p_rdJda de control Tangs mucho cu]dado cuando camb[a de direccl6n en ras pendisntes_ 1, Plegar esta p_,glna a Io largo do la Ifnsa punteada arriba [ndicada.
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