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Craftsman T200 Series Instruction Manual

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T200 & T300 SERIES
LAWN TRACTOR/TRACTORES CORTACÉSPED
Model Nos. CMXGRAM1130043; CMXGRAM1130044; CMXGRAM1130045;
CMXGRAM1130047 & CMXGRAM7821291
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Before using this equipment, read the manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ
from yours.
CRAFTSMAN® is a registered trademark of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., used under license.
CRAFTSMAN® es una marca registrada de Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., utilizada bajo licencia.
© 2018 CRAFTSMAN U.S. & Canada Only
CRAFTSMAN.com
INSTRUCTION MANUAL | MANUAL DE INSTRUCTIONES
WARNING
WWW.CRAFTSMAN.COM
Form No. 769-16521C
(January 28, 2019)

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  • Page 1 NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours. CRAFTSMAN® is a registered trademark of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., used under license. Form No. 769-16521C CRAFTSMAN®...
  • Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, yourself and others.

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do Not: • Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches, wires, door openings etc., where the operator may be struck or • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn slowly and gradually pulled from the machine, which could result in serious injury.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and • Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within loss of control. approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE SPARK ARRESTOR To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering WARNING with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should governor.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Symbol Description DANGER — SAFETY DEVICES Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 7 15° Slope 15° Slope (OK) (TOO STEEP) Figure 1 Figure 2 USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Operation Practices ......Page 3 Off-Season Storage ......Page 30 Assembly .

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Install Operator’s Seat (If necessary) NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the tractor are from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified. To install the seat proceed as follows: Tractor Preparation NOTE: The seat is shipped with the seat switch and seat pan attached.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Using the harness clip attached to the harness, secure the excess wire to the Remove the four hex screws from the bumper. fender by snapping the harness clip in place as shown in Figure 4. Position the bumper brackets to the inside of the tractor’s frame and secure it in place with the four hex flange screws.
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY Checking Tire Pressure NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the Service section your WARNING Operator’s Manual prior to operating the tractor. Setting the Deck Wheels Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
  • Page 12 Craftsman Smart Lawn App to begin using all of the new connectivity features of your Craftsman rider! Download it for FREE from the App Store or Google Play • Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite.

  • Page 13: Operation

    OPERATION Fuel Tank Cap Throttle/Choke Hour Meter Control Lever Ignition Module Forward Drive Pedal Electric PTO Switch Reverse Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Park Brake/Cruise Control Lever Manual Differential PTO Handle Lock Pedal Deck Lift Lever Storage Tray Cup Holder Manual Seat Adjustment Lever PTO Models Transmission...
  • Page 14 OPERATION Throttle/Choke Control Lever Electric PTO (Blade Engage) Switch The throttle/choke control lever is located on the left side of the The PTO switch is located on the dash panel to the right of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine and, LCD Service Minder &...
  • Page 15 OPERATION Change Oil • With the ignition key in the NORMAL MOWING position, the PTO The LCD will display the letters “CHG”, followed by the letters “OIL”, followed by the clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO is moved into the ENGAGED (ON) letters “SOON”, then finally followed by the meter’s accumulated time.
  • Page 16 OPERATION Reverse Caution Mode Driving The Tractor The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the ignition module allows the WARNING tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades (PTO) engaged. Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. NOTE: Mowing in reverse is not recommended. Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake.
  • Page 17 OPERATION Driving On Slopes To disengage the cruise control, lightly press the forward drive pedal or the brake pedal. Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes where you may NOTE: Cruise control can not be set at the tractor’s fastest ground speed. operate the tractor safely.
  • Page 18 OPERATION Engaging the PTO (Manual PTO tractors) When approaching the other end of the strip, slow down or stop before turning. Align the mower with an edge of the mowed strip and overlap approximately 3”. Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments.

  • Page 19: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines WARNING only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest authorized Service Center or to schedule service, call Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Tractor features may vary by Turn the water on. model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all tractor models and the While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST position.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Storing the Tractor • Clean the top of the mower deck, under the spindle covers and belt area. See Figure 17. • Allow the machine to cool in an open area before storing. • Do not park the tractor near any flammable materials (wood, cloth or chemicals) or any open flames or other potential source of ignition (furnace, water heater or any other type of heater).
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Lubrication Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. WARNING Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Deck Wheels To lower the front of the deck, loosen the outer nut then loosen (thread outward) the nut, away from the front hanger bracket. See Figure 22. When The wheels on the deck are equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with a No. proper adjustment is achieved, re-tighten the outer nut.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Jump Starting Using the right and left lift rods, raise or lower the necessary side of the deck until both sides are measured at 4” from the pavement. WARNING Adjusting the Deck Wheels Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery. Be certain the vehicles do WARNING not touch, and ignitions are off.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Relays and Switches Remove the bow-tie pin that secures the PTO cable to the bracket on the deck, pull back on the PTO cable, then slide it out of the bracket There are several safety switches in the electrical system. If a function of the safety and unhook the spring from the idler bracket.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Working on the right side of the tractor, insert a 3⁄8” drive ratchet Use the wrench to pivot the deck drive pulley forward. See Figure 28. wrench, set to tighten, into square hole found on the idler bracket. WARNING See Figure 27.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift up and out of To properly sharpen the cutting blades, remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges, parallel to the trailing the way.
  • Page 28 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Loosen, but do not remove the flange lock nut on the left idler pulley for 50” and 54” Decks and the right idler pulley for 42” and 46” Decks. See Figure 33 for 42” Decks, Figure 34 for 46” Decks and Figure 35 for 50” and 54” Decks. Hex Screw Flange Lock Nut Flange Lock Nut...
  • Page 29 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 39. Figure 39 While holding the belt and pulley together, rotate the pulley to the left. Continue holding and rotating the pulley and belt until the belt is fully rolled into the PTO pulley.

  • 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 WARNING Gasoline is a toxic substance.

  • 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 NOTES...

  • Page 33: Español

    CRAFTSMAN® is a registered trademark of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., used under license. CRAFTSMAN® es una marca registrada de Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., utilizada bajo licencia. © 2018 CRAFTSMAN U.S. & Canada Only CRAFTSMAN.com Product Manufactured by (Producto fabricado por): MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019...

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