Tractor; Tires; Operator Presence System And Reverse Operation System (Ros); Blade Care/Removal - Craftsman 28974 - Professional PGT 9000 28 HP/54" Garden Tractor Operation Manual

28.0 hp, 54" mower electric start automatic transmission
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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"
in the
Service
and Adjustments
section
of this manual).
TIRES
, Maintain
proper air pressure
in all tires
(See PSI on tires).
= Keep tires free of gasoline,
oil, or insect
control chemicals
which can harm rubber.
• Avoid stumps,
stones,
deep ruts, sharp
objects
and other hazards
that may
cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures
and prevent flat
tires due to stow leaks, tire sealant may be pur-
chased from your local parts dealer. Tire seal-
ant also prevents
tire dry rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
AND
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM
(ROe)
Be sure operator
presence
and reverse
operation
systems
are working
properly.
If
your tractor
does not function
as de-
scribed,
repair the problem
immediately.
• The engine should notstart unlessthe
brake
pedal is fully depressed,
and the attachment
clutch control is in the disengaged
position.
CHECK
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
- When the engine
is running,
any at-
tempt
by the operator
to leave the seat
without
first setting the parking
brake
should shut off the engine.
, When
the engine
is running
and the
attachment
clutch is engaged,
any at-
tempt
by the operator
to leave the seat
should
shut off the engine.
o The attachment
clutch should
never op-
erate unless the operator
is in the seat.
CHECK
REVERSE
OPERATION
(ROS)
SYSTEM
- When
the engine
is running
with the
ignition
switch in the engine
"ON" posi-
tion and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to shift into
reverse
should
shut off the engine.
° When the engine is running
with the
ignition
switch in the ROS "ON" position
and the attachment
clutch engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to shift into
reverse
should
NOT shut off the engine.
ROS "ON" Position
Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)
BLADE
CARE
For best results mower
blades must be
sharp.
Replace
worn, bent or damaged
blades.
CAUTION:
Use only a replacement
blade approved
by the manufacturer
of
your tractor.
Using a blade not approved
by the manufacturer
of your tractor is
hazardous,
could damage
your tractor
and
void your warranty.
BLADE
REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position
to al-
low access to blades.
NOTE:
Protect
your hands with gloves
and/or
wrap blade with heavy cloth.
2.
Remove
blade bolt by turning
counter-
clockwise.
3.
Install new blade with stamped
"GRASS
SIDE" facing the ground.
IMPORTANT:
To ensure
proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel
assembly.
4.
Install and tighten
blade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).
IMPORTANT:
Special
blade bolt is heat
treated.
Blade
Blade
(Special) X,_..
Mandrel
Assembly
iStar
Center Hole
BATTERY
Your tractor
has a battery
charging
system
which is sufficient
for normal
use.
How-
ever, periodic
charging
of the battery
with
an automotive
charger
will extend
its life.
, Keep battery and terminals
clean.
• Keep battery
bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
, Recharge
at 6q0
amperes
for I hour.
NOTE: The original
equipment
battery
on
your tractor
is maintenance
free. Do not
attempt
to open or remove caps or covers.
Adding
or checking
level of electrolyte
is
not necessary.
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