Craftsman 247.20400 series Operator's Manual page 12

When the ignition key is inserted and depressed for less than 1.5 seconds, the LCD
Service Minder & Hour Meter will briefly display the battery voltage, followed by
the riding mower's accumulated hours.
NOTE: Hours of tractor operation
If the riding mower is equipped with headlights, the lights will remain on until the
riding mower is turned off.
Smart Lawn App
The app's automated maintenance dashboard and log will help you keep your machine
running at peak performance and protect your investment by tracking total hours
across the lifetime of your equipment.
Receive alert notifications when it's time to perform essential maintenance tasks.
Your dashboard provides real time monitoring and indicates when it's time for you
to check or change the oil, air filter, blades or battery. The app also enables you to
locate and contact service centers, access step-by-step instructions to perform routine
maintenance and purchase replacement parts directly from your mobile device.
Change Oil
The LCD will display the letters "CHG", followed by the letters "OIL" for two hours
after the meter reaches 50 hours. This oil service minder interval will occur every
50 hours. Before the interval expires, change the engine oil as instructed in the
Maintenance & Adjustments section of the Engine Operator's Manual.
Low Oil (If so equipped)
The letters "LO" followed by the letters "OIL", then followed by the letters
"PRESSURE" will indicate the riding mower is low on oil. When an engine is not
running and immediately after the engine is started the oil pressure may be low.
This can trigger the "LO" "OIL" text. This is normal. If the low oil indication persists
stop the riding mower immediately and check the engine oil level as instructed in
the Engine Operator's Manual.
NOTE: The "LOW OIL" function only works if the engine is equipped with an oil
pressure switch.
Low Battery/High Battery
At startup, the battery voltage is briefly displayed then changes to accumulated
hours. The battery indicator will display, followed by the letters "LO" will display
followed by the letters "BATT" is displayed on the LCD when the voltage drops
below 11.0 volts. When this occurs, the battery is in need of a charge or the engine's
charging system is not generating sufficient amperage. Charge the battery as
instructed in the Service and Maintenance section of this manual or have the
charging system checked by your local service dealer.
At startup, the battery voltage is briefly displayed then changes to accumulated
hours. The battery indicator will display, followed by the letters "HI" will display
followed by the letters "BATT" is displayed on the LCD when the voltage raises
above 16.0 volts. When this occurs, have the charging system checked by your local
service dealer.
are recorded only when the engine is running.
OPERATION
PTO Knob
The PTO (Power Take-Off) knob is located on the RH console to
the right of the operator's seat.
The PTO knob operates the electric PTO clutch mounted on
the bottom of the engine crankshaft. Pull the knob upward
to engage the PTO clutch, or push the knob downward to
disengage the clutch.
The PTO knob must be in the "disengaged" position when
starting the engine.
Fuel Tank Cap
The fuel tank cap is located on the left console. Turn the fill cap to remove. Always
re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after removing.
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running. If the engine is hot
from recently running, allow to cool for several minutes before refueling.
Highly flammable gasoline could splash onto the engine and cause a fire.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the RH console to the left of
the hour meter/indicator panel. When set in a given position, a
uniform engine speed will be maintained.
Push the throttle control handle forward to increase the engine
speed. The riding mower is designed to operate with the throttle
control in the FAST
mower is being driven and the mower deck is engaged.
Pull the throttle control handle rearward to decrease the engine
speed.
NOTE: The engine is equipped with an Smart-Choke™ system, for
best performance run the engine at full throttle.
Forward Drive Pedal
The forward drive pedal is located on the right side of the riding
mower, along the running board. Press the forward drive pedal
forward to cause the riding mower to travel forward. Ground speed is
also controlled with the forward drive pedal. The further forward the
pedal is pivoted, the faster the riding mower will travel. The pedal
will return to its original position when it's not pressed.
Reverse Pedal
The reverse drive pedal is located on the right side of the riding mower
along the running board. Ground speed is also controlled with the
reverse drive pedal. The further downward the pedal is pivoted, the
faster the riding mower will travel. The pedal will return to its original
position when it's not pressed.
Transmission Bypass Valves
The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH transmission) are located
under the riding mower on the back of each transmission inside the rear wheels.
When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions,
which allows the riding mower to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the
Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions on using the bypass feature.
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WARNING
position (full throttle) when the riding
FAST
SLOW