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Operator's
Manual
CRI FTSMRN°
GAR
E
26.0 HR* 54"
Electric Start
TRACTO
Mower
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.28945
This product has a low emission
engine
which operates
differently
from
previously
built
engines.
Before
you start the
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
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 warranty.
SEARS,
ROEBUCKAND
CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As rated by the engine manufacturer
441 773
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (EIO) is acceptable for use in this machine.
- Page 2 YEARS from the date of purchase, if any non-expendable part of this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, visit www.craftsman.com call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for free in-home repair. frame and front axle will be repaired...
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Page 3: General Operation
_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. _I, WARNING: In orderto prevent acciden- • Never direct discharged materialtoward tal starting when setting up, transporting, anyone. -
Page 4: Slope Operation
li. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with safe control and tip-over accidents, which machine operation. Children have result... - Page 5 • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • If you strike a foreign object, stop of the fuel tank or container opening inspectthe machine. Repair, if necessary, all times until fueling is complete. Do not before restarting. use a nozzle lock-open device.
- Page 6 (Gap: .030") AGREEMENTS Ground Speed Forward: Congratulations making a smart pur- (MPH): chase. Your Craftsman® product designed manufactured years dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protection Agreement...
- Page 7 Mower Front Wheel Mower © (2) Rear Lift Link (1) Shoulder Bolt (5) 1-3/16 Assemblies (i) 1-i/40.D. O.D. Washers Washer (1) Small Retainer Springs (1) Front Lift Link (1) 3/8-16 (1) Wheel Locknut Assembly (5) Large Retainer Springs Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube if Equipped Keys...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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 9 TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND _,CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded. POSITION MOWER Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly • Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it and engage in lowest position. Lift lever located on left side of fender.
- Page 10 • Pivot the integrated washer end of anti- sway bar (S) towards mower deck bracket on right side of mower. Insert integrated washer end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket (D). Move mower as needed insert integrated washer end of bar into rear mower bracket...
- Page 11 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY • Disengage belt tension (K) from locking bracket (L). • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). C. Rear Lift Link(s) D. Right Side Rear Mower Bracket 'U. Hole ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) M,Engine Clutch Pulley •...
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Page 12: Check Tire Pressure
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE IVfCHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were over-inflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct Before operate your tractor, tire pressure is important for best cutting wish to assure that receive best performance. performance satisfaction from this •... - Page 13 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LiFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
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Page 14: Know Your Tractor
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American... - Page 15 The operation of any tractor 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...
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Page 16: Gauge Wheels
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO MOVE FORWARD BACKWARD direction and speed of movement Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when controlled by the gearshift lever (J). they are slightly offthe ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. -
Page 17: Before Starting
TO TRANSPORT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest Operation System (ROS). attempt position. • When pushing or towing your tractor, the operator to travel in the reverse direction sure gearshift [ever is in neutral... -
Page 18: Add Gasoline
GASOLINE START ENGINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take overfill. fresh, clean, regular extra cranking time to move fuel from the unleaded... -
Page 19: Mowing Tips
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F/0°C) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. "TOAD JUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWING TIPS •... - Page 20 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE SCHEDULE EACH SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ChecWReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals...
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Page 21: Operation
TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when performing • When the engine is running with the ignition any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to by the operator... - Page 22 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi- To open, pull out on the drain valve. nals can cause the battery to "leak" power. After oil has drained completely, close and Remove terminal...
- Page 23 IN=LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, structing fuel flowto carburetor, replacement is required. 1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing...
- Page 24 DECK WASHOUT PORT Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to disconnect the adapter from Your tractor's deck is equipped with the nozzle washout port. washout port on its surface as part of its Move the tractor to a dry area, prefer- deck wash system.
- Page 25 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
- Page 26 TO LEVEL MOWER If adjustment is necessary, see steps Make sure tires are properly inflated to the and 3 in Visual Adjustment instructions PSI shown on tires. Iftires are over or under above. inflated, it may affect the appearance of your Recheck measurements, adjustifneces-...
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Page 27: Belt Removal
TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT BELT REMOVAL- Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL MOWER" in this section of manual). Park tractor on a level surface. Engage NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt parking brake. and position of all belt guides and keepers. - Page 28 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU= TO CHECK BRAKE TRAL ADJUSTMENT If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to The transaxle should be in neutral when the stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then gear shift lever...
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Page 29: Interlocks And Relays
REPLACING BATTERY REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. _WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals Remove bulb holder from the hole in the by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. backside of the grill. Before connecting battery,... - Page 30 ENGINE Im mediately prepare you r tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will FUEL SYSTEM not be used for 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important prevent WARNING" Never store the tractor with gum deposits from forming...
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Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See"TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Enginefiooded. attempting to start. - Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but Weak or dead battery. Recharge or replace battery. will not start Corroded battery terminals. Clean battery terminals. Loose or damaged wiring. Check all wiring.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut = uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt cutting Mower deck not level. Level mower deck. Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Battery will not Bad battery cell(s). Replace battery. charge Poor cable connections. Check/clean all connections. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). Replace regulator. Faulty alternator. Replace alternator.
- Page 35 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 WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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