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Craftsman 917.99296 Operator's Manual
Craftsman 917.99296 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 917.99296 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle

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Operator's
Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
18.5 HR* 42" Mower
,Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.99296
• EspaSol, p. 32
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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differently from previously built engines. Before
start the
you
P
engine, read and understand this Operator's Manual,
IMPORTANT:
For answers to your questions
Read and follow all Safety
about this product, Call:
Rules and Instructions
before
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
operating
this equipment.
5 am- 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (El0) is acceptable for use in this machine. The
use of any gasoline exceeding t 0% ethanol (El0) will void the product warranty,
Esta m_quina puede utilizar gasolina con un contenido
de hasta el 10% de etanol (El0).
El
uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (El0) anulard la garantia del producto.
Sears Brands Management
Corporation,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*Asrated b ythe engine
m anufacturer
581740849

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  • Page 1 10% de etanol (El0). uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (El0) anulard la garantia del producto. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *Asrated b ythe engine m anufacturer 581740849...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARRANT_ "SERVICE For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, call 1-800-659-5917 or visit the web site: wve, v .craftsman.com In all cases above, if part repair or replacement is impossible, the riding equipment wilt be replaced free of charge with the same or an equivalent model.
  • Page 3 _DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw!rig objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result m serious injury or death. ,_WARNING: In orderto prevent acciden- • Neverdirect discharged materialtoward tal 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 • Nevertamperwith safetydevices. Check the truck or trailer and refuel it on the their proper operation regularly. ground. Ifthis is not possible, then refuel • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or such equipment with a portable container, other debris build-up.
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: ,030"/0,76 mm) Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Charging 3 Amps Battery System: 5 Amps Headlights designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products,...
  • Page 7 Steering (1) 8olt Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Extension Shaft (1} Lock Washer Steering Wheel Adapter _eedng Boot Seat © (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Fiat Washer (1) Seat (1) Bolt Drain Extension Keys Slope Sheet Key(e)
  • Page 8 '(our 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 ensure proper tightness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Fotlow the instructions below to Adjust seat before tightening adjustment remove the tractor from the skid, knob. 1. Remove adjustment knob andflatwasher WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.
  • Page 10 CHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: All assembly instructions have been completed. J No remaining loose parts in carton. if Battery is propedy prepared and charged.
  • Page 11: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, i ,.i REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT ENGINE REVERSE ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING CRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (_os_ CRD_E...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of vari- ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment Ignition "ON" Clutch Lever Switch Position...
  • Page 13 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,r We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask wornI over spectacles, HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in...
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT 4. Move gear shift lever to reverse (R) position and siowiy release clutch/brake The position of the attachment lift lever pedal to start movement. determines the cutting height. 5. When use of the ROS is no longer °...
  • Page 15 TO STOP MOWER BLADES BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Disengage attachment clutch control. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The en! f_neinyour tractor has been shipped, _I_cAUTION: Do not operate the mower from the factory, already filled with summer without either the entire grass catcher, on weight oil.
  • Page 16 TO START ENGINE MOWING TIPS - Tire chains cannot be used when the When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it wilt take mower housing is attached to tractor. extra cranking time to move fuel from the •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY E_#ERY ,,,, ,L EV£RY EVERY BEFORE SCHEDULE F..&CR SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS ..V" v" ..Check Brake Operation T CheckT!re Pressure Ch_¢_ Operator Pi_sen_ & ROS Systems Is" v" Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades ..
  • Page 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when perform- ing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION if tractor requires more than five (5) feet to Ros "On" Engine +'On"Position stop at highest speed in highest gear on a Position (Normal Operating) level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced.
  • Page 19 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Corrosion and dirtonthe batteryandterminals Determine temperature range expected can cause the battery to "leak" power. before oil change. All oil must meet API 1. Remove terminal guard, service classification SG-SL, 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first 1, Ensure tractor is on level surface, then RED battery cable and remove 2.
  • Page 20 AIR FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a The fuel filter should be replaced once each dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often season. If fuelfilter becomes clogged, ob- under dusty conditions. See engine manual. structing fuel f!owto carburetor, replacement is required.
  • Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral position, 3. Place attachment clutch in"DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance "D" directly in front of Adjust the mower while tractor is parked and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of on level ground or driveway. Make sure mower housing as shown, tires are properly inflated (See the sides •...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface, Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.
  • Page 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER TRAL ADJUSTMENT Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and The transaxle should be in neutral when the camber is set at the factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber are not gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE FUSE REPLACING BATTERY Replace with30 amp automotive-type plug- n_asWbARNING:Do not short battery termF in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind yallowing awrench or any other object the dash. to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 26: Service And Adjustments

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage ENGINE 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 to prevent _,WARNING: Never store the tractor with gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, gasoline in the tank inside a building where...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE C()RRECTION ..Will not start Out of fuel, Fill fuel tank, Engine not "CHOKED _ properly. See "TO START ENGINE'* in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center 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, Check!replace solenoid or starter.
  • Page 29 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 bob cutting Mower deck not level, Level mower deck. Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEa ..'CAUSE ......COrReCTiON ..Loss of drive Debris on steering plate (if see "¢;LEANiNG" in the ....equipped), maintenance section. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, Replace motion drive belt, or broken, Axle key missing.
  • Page 31 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL t5 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face, Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 32 Para conocer los detaI]es de la cobertura de garant[a para obtaner una reparaci6n o reempIazo gratuJto, Iiame at 1-800-659-5917 6 visite el sitio web: www, craftsman.com En redes los cases anteriores, si el reemplazo es imposible, el equipo tractor ser_, sustituido sin cargo con el mismo modelo o uno equivalante.
  • Page 33 _PELIGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar tas manosy los pies y de lanzar objetos, si no se observan las instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o la muerte. • No maneje ta mAquina si no tiene la trampa _DVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte el alam- para c_sped completa, la canaleta de descarga...
  • Page 34 • Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de • Tenet el m_imo cuidado cuando se acerca mode 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 ni6os, •...
  • Page 35 OPERACIONES DE SERVICIO GENERALES • Nunca hacer funcionar la m&quina en un &rea • Si se golpea un objeto ajeno, hay que pararse cerrada. e inspeccionar la mAquina. Reparar, si es • Mantener todas fastuercas y pernos apretados necesario, antes de volver a poner en marcha. para asegurarse de que b'abaja en condiciones •...
  • Page 36 LA REPARAGION (Abertura: ,030"/0.76 Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su Sistema 3 Amps Bateria nuevo producto Craftsman® esta. dise£tado y Carga: 5 Amps Luces fabrioado para funcionar de modo fiable pot Bateria: Amp/Hr: muchos argos. Pero como todos _os productos, Min.
  • Page 37 Volante de direcci6n (l)PernohexagonaI Inserto del volanle de direcci6n Volante de direcciSn (1) Arand_Ia © I Accesorio de ,,, transci6n de la (1) Arat_dela Adaptador "' _ _ direcciSn seguddad Asiento © (1) Arandela segurldad (1) Arandela {1) Asiento (1) Perno hexagonal Hoja de pendiente Llaves Extensi6n...
  • Page 38 Sutractor nuevoha side montado en ]a f_brica conraexcepci6n de aquellas partes que nose han montado per razones de envio. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en forma adecuada y segura todas las partes y los articulos de ferreteda que se monten tienen que ser apretados en forma segura, Use Ias herramientas correctas, segOnsea necesado, pa.raasegurarse de que est@napretados enforma segura.
  • Page 39 INSTALACION DEL ASIENTO AVtSO: Ahora puede rodar su tractor fuera de Ia corredera, Siga las siguientes instrucciones para Ajuste el asiento antes de apretar Ia manilla de remover el tractor de la corredera. ajuste. ADVERTENCIA: Antes de empezar, leer, 1. Remueva Ia manilla de ajuste y la arandela entender y seguir todas las instrucciones presen- plana que aseguran et asiento al empaque tee en la secci6n Operaciones de este manual.
  • Page 40 tf'USTA DE REVISION Antes de operar y de disfrutarde su tractor nuevo, le deseamos que reciba el mejor rendimiento y la mayor satisfaccion de este producto de calidad, Haga el favor de revisar la lista a continuacion: Se han completado todas las instrucciones de montaje.
  • Page 41 Estos sfmboIos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literature proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sue significados. I'.,I MARCHAATR._.S NEUTRD ALTO BAJO ESTRANGU- RAPIDO LENTO LACION MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR FRENO ALTURA DE LA LEVANTAMIENTO APAGADO SISTEMA ENCENDIDO ENMARCHA ESTACIONAMtENTO SEGADORA DELA SEGADORA FUNCIQNAMIENTO ATRAS(ROS)
  • Page 42 FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare tas ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con tas ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajustes, Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Palanca de tnterruptor Embrague d...
  • Page 43 La operaci6n de ¢ualquier tractor puede hacer que salten objetos extrafios _r _E lJ dentro de sus ojos, lo que puede producir dafios graves en 6stos. Siempre use | anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos mientras opere su tractor I o cuando haga ajustee o reparaciones.
  • Page 44 • El c_sped promedio debe cortarse aproxirna • Escoja Ia velocidad m_.s lenta antes de ar- damente a 2-1/2 pulgadas durante la tempo- rancar hacia arriba o hacia abajo en cerros rada frfa y sobre 3 pulgadas durante los meses •...
  • Page 45 PARA TRANSPORTAR PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR - Levante Ia palanca de levantamiento def ac- Al hacer arrancar el motor por la primera vez o si cesorio a su posici6n m&s alta. se haacabado et combustible del motor, se necesi- °...
  • Page 46 CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR • No se pueden usar las cadenas para tas i]antas cuando la caja de Ia segadora est& adjunta al tractor. • La segadora debe estar nivelada en forma adecuada para obtener et mejor rendimiento al segar, Vea "PARA NIVELAR LA CAJA DE LA SEGADORA"...
  • Page 47 PROGRAMA ANT"_ DE 'CA'0A OADA CAOA CADA CADA MANTENIMIENTO CADA U$O ALMAC,ENAMIEN HORAS HOP.AS HaRkS HOFLAS TEMPORADA R_.a [ la ?,poFac_n dol [_no ..... R_v_a r lapP_si_r, _ la._ l lanle_s d'qp_r_l_ u_ et I_ si_tP.ma cl I_OS ..C A_1_I_._,b_,,_!b!_ I,"_ .
  • Page 48 TRACTOR ° Cuando el motor est& en marcha con el inte- Siempre observe las reglasde seguridad cuando rruptor de ilave del sistema de funcionamiento d_ manteniiniento. atr&s (ROS) en la posici6n "ON" y el embrague OPERACION DEL FRENO del accesorio conectado, cuatquier tentativa deJ operador de viajar marcha atr,_s, NO apa- Si el tractor necesita m&s de cinco (5) pies para gar&...
  • Page 49 3. Enjuague la bateria con ague corriente y 1. Aseg6resequeeltractorest_en unasupefficie s@quela. nivelada, 4, Limpie los terminales y Ios extremos de{ cable El aceite se drenar& m&s f__cilmentecuando de la baterfa con un cepillo de alambre haste este caliente. que queden brillantes. 3.
  • Page 50 FILTRO DEL AIRE FILTRO DE COMBUSTIBLE EN LINEA Su motor puede sufrir aver_as y funcionar de El flltro de combustible debe cambiarse una vez manera incorrecta conun filtrodel aire sucio. D_le carla temporada_ Si el filtro de combustible se sarvicio al filtm de aire m__s a menudo si se usa en tapona, obstruyendo el flujo deI combustible hacia condiciones pelvorosae.
  • Page 51 ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUtER SER- VICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: , Presione el pedal del embrague/freno completamente y aplique e] freno de estacionamiento. • Ponga la palanca de cambios en Japosici6nde neutro (N). 3. Ponga el embrague del accesorfo en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED). Ponga la Ilave de ignici6n en la posici6n de apagado (STOP) y remu_vala.
  • Page 52 PAPA NIVELAR LA CAJA DE LA SEGADORA • Pare obtener los mejores resultados en el corte, la caja de la segadora tiene que Ajuste la segadora mientras que el tractor est_ estacionado en terreno nivelado o en la en- ajustarse de mode que la parte delantera ' quede aproximadamente 1/8"...
  • Page 53 PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSION PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA IMPULSION DE MOVIMIENTO Estacione el tractor en una superficie nivelada. La correa de impulsi6n de Ia cuchilla segadora se puede cambiar sin herramientas. Estacione el Enganche el freno de estacionamiento.
  • Page 54 REGULACION DE LA PALANCA DE VELOCI- IMPRESION/INCLINACI6N DE LAS RUEDAS . DADES NEUTRO DEL CAMBIO MECANICO DELANTERAS La impresi6n e inctinaci6n de Ias ruedas det- EIcambio mec&nicocon diferencialytraccibn ante- anteras de su nuevotractor vienen asi de f_.brica rior tiene que ester en posici6n neutro cuando la y son normeles.
  • Page 55 REEMPLAZAR LABATERIA ENTRECIERRE Y RELI_S _ADVERTENCIA: No hagacortocircuito con los El alambrado suelto o dafiado puede producirel terminales de la baterla al permitir que una Ilave real funcionamiento de su tractor, o que deje de funcionar, o le impida el arrancar. de tuerca o cualquier otto objeto entre en contacto con ambos terminales a [a misma vez.
  • Page 56 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el a[ma- MOTOR cenamiento al f_nalde la temporada o si e! tractor SISTEMA DE COMBUSTIBLE no se va a usar por 30 d|as o m&s. IMPORTANTE: Es important evitar que se for- _DVERTENOIA: Nunca almacene el tractor man depositos de goma en partes fundamen- con gasolina en el estanque dentro de un edificio tales del sistema de combus-tible tales como el...
  • Page 57 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA Sin combustible. arranca ........ L.ienee|estancluecle combustibiel Motor sin Ia "ESTRANGULACION" Yea "PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL (CHOKE) edecuada. MOTOR"...
  • Page 58 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccl6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. ..OBLE_ CAUSA CO..ECC,6" .... ,,,j P6rdlda de Corta mucho c6sped, may r&pido. E]eve laaltura d ecorteireduzca lavel0 cid_d fuerza Acelerac[6n en la posicibn de "ESTRAN- Ajuste el control de Ia aceJeraci6n.
  • Page 59 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a manes que est_ dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION ..PROBLEMA ,,, ,,,,,,, , , , ,....... Male des- Veloc[dad del motor muy lenta. Ponga el control de la aceieraci6n en la ¢arga de! posici6n de "RAPtDO"...
  • Page 63 GUIA SUGERiDA PARA MEDIR LAS PENDIENTES CON LA VISTA PARA UNA OPERACION SEGURA ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar da_os graves, haga funcionar su tractor arrtba I ,_I= y abaJo de ;as penal]antes, nunca lransversalmente con respecto alas pandiantes. No cortar pandientes mayoras de 15 grados, Haga los vlraJes gradualmente para evitar volearse o la p_rdlda de control.
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