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Craftsman 917.28824 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 917.28824 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.0 hp, with 46" mower, electric start, automatic transmission
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Operator's
Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
21.0 HP,* 46" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.28824
• Espar_ol, p. 31
This product has a low emission
engine
which operates
[]_
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before
start the
you
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
SEARS,
ROEBUCK
AND CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As rated by the engine manufacturer

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  • Page 1 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- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer...
  • Page 2 ..........Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... Troubleshooting ........Sears Service ......Back Cover Operation ..........Maintenance Schedule ......CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY YEARS ON TRACTOR When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this tractor fails due to a defect in material...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    _DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _,WARNING: In order to prevent accidental Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material starting...

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    II. SLOPE OPERATION Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which safe machine operation. Children who result in severe...

  • Page 5: General Service

    If you strike a foreign object, stop and Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim inspectthe machine.Repair,ifnecessary, of the fuel tank or container opening at before restarting. all times untilfueling is complete. Do not Never make any adjustments or repairs use a nozzle lock-open device.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Champion RC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .030") Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Ground Speed Forward: 0-5.5 Your new Craftsman® product is designed Reverse: 0-2.4 and manufactured for years of dependable Charging System: 3 Amps Battery operation. But like all products, it may require...
  • Page 7 Slope Sheet Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. ADJUST SEAT When right or left hand is mentioned in this Sit in seat.
  • Page 8 CHECKTIREPRESSURE tfCHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at Before you operate your new tractor, we the factory for shipping purposes. Correct wish to assure that you receive the best tire pressure is important for best cutting performance and satisfaction from this performance.
  • Page 9 These symbolsmay appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswith your tractor to familiarizeyourself with the locations of vari- ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 03108 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

  • Page 11: System Characteristics

    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. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 12 TO OPERATE MOWER TO ADJUST MOWER CUFFING HEIGHT Your tractor is equipped with an operator The position of the attachment lift lever presence sensing switch. Any attempt determines the cutting height. by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

  • Page 13: To Operate On Hills

    USING THE REVERSE OPERATION Transmission Engaged SYSTEM - Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area. 1. Depress brake pedal all the way down. 2. With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS "ON"...

  • Page 14: To Start Engine

    GASOLINE WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. above) overfill. fresh, clean, regular When engine starts, move the throttle unleaded gasoline with a minimum control to the fast position. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline...

  • Page 15: Mowing Tips

    Place tractor safely on a level surface that is clear of objects and open - with engine off and parking brake set. Disengage transmission placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.

  • Page 16: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS System! Check for Loose Fasteners C ChecWReplace Mower Blades I_r_ 0 Check Battery Level Lubrication Chart Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle...

  • Page 17: Operation

    TRACTOR ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position Always observe safety rules when performing (Normal Operating) 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...
  • Page 18 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi- 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, nals can cause the battery to "leak" power. they will result in increased oil consumption Disconnect BLACK battery...

  • Page 19: Air Filter

    MUFFLER ENGINE OIL FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and Replace the engine oil filter every season or spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create every other oil change if the tractor is used a fire hazard and/or damage. more than 100 hours in one year.
  • Page 20 WARNING: TO VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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 21 5. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into rear corner of mower and position slot bracket, slide collar (L) onto guide and in link assembly over pin on rear mower secure with retainer spring (K). bracket (D) and secure with washer and 10.
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. Iftires are over or under to-side. inflated, it may affect the appearance of your To obtain the best cutting results, the mower lawn and lead you to think the mower is not...

  • Page 23: Mower Drive Belt Removal

    BELT REMOVAL- TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL MOWER" in this section of manual). 1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engage NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and parking brake. position of all belt guides and keepers.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TO CHECK BRAKE TERY If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a _WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate level, dry concrete or paved surface, then explosive gases.
  • Page 25 1. Liftseat panto raised position and open REMOVE HOOD GRILL battery box door. SEMBLY 2. Disconnect B LACKbatterycablefirstthen Raise hood. RED battery cable and carefully remove Unsnap headlight wire connector. battery from tractor. Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at 3.
  • Page 26 ENGINE Immediatelyprepareyourtractorfor storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will FUELSYSTEM _/be usedfor 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important prevent ARNING: Never store the tractor with gum deposits from forming in essential fuel gasoline in the tank inside a building where system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose,...

  • Page 27: 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. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Chart

    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 attwiring.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: to Sears service center See appropriate section in manual unless directed 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 30: Need More Help

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of drive Freewheel control in "disengaged" Place freewheel control in position. "engaged" position. Motion drive bett worn, damaged, Replace motion drive belt. or broken. Air trapped in transmission Purge transmission.
  • Page 31 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. 3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.
  • Page 32 Contraportada Mantenimiento ..........GARANTiA LIMITADA DE CRAFTSMAN DOS AI_IOS PARA TRACTORES Si opera y mantiene este tractor seg0n todas las instrucciones provistas, y este deja de funcionar debido a defectos del material o de la mano de obra dentro de los dos a_ios posteriores...
  • Page 33 _PELIGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las manosy los pies y de lanzar objetos, si no sa observan las instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o la muerte. _ADVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte • No hacer funcionar la mAquina sin el captador alambre de la bujia y p6ngalo donde no pueda de hierba entera, la protecci6n de descarga u...
  • Page 34 • Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de • Nunca permitir que ni_ios u otras personas mode que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar esten dentro del equipo pot remolcar. estando en una pendiente. • En pendientes, el peso del equipo remolcado •...
  • Page 35 • Las cuchillas del cortac6sped son afiladas. • Mantener la m&quina libre de hierba, hojae Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y poner u otros residuoe acumulados. Limpiar la m&xima atenci6n cuando se hacen opera- ealpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar clones en elias.
  • Page 36 Capacidad y Tipo Congratulaciones por su buena compra. de gasolina: Regular Sin Plomo Su nuevo producto Craftsman,_R> est& diseSado y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por Tipo de Aceite: SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F) muchos aSos. Pero como todos los productos, _,PI-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (Debajo 32°F)
  • Page 37 Hoja de pendiente (1) Tubo de desagQe Llaves (2) Llaves Su tractor nuevo ha sido montado en la f#,brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que no se han montado per razones de envio. AJUSTE EL ASIENTO Cuando en este manual se mencionan los termi- Si6ntese sobre el asiento.
  • Page 38 REVISION DE LA PRESION DE LAS ,/LISTA DE REVISION LLANTAS Antes de operar y de disfrutar de su tractor nuevo, Las Ilantas en su unidad fueron infladas le deseamos que reciba el mejor rendimiento y la masiado en la f&brica per razones de envio. La mayor satisfaccion de este producto de calidad.
  • Page 39 Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto, Aprenda y comprenda sus significados, I'.,I "@ MARCHA ATR_,S NEUTRO ALTO BAJO ESTRANGU- R_,PIDO LENTO LACION MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR FRENO DE ALTURA DE LA LEVANTAMIENTO APAGADO SISTEMA ENCENDIDO EN MARCHA ESTAClONAMIENTO...
  • Page 40 FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajustes, Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro, 03108 Nuestros tractores cumplen con los estfindares...
  • Page 41 La operaci6n de cualquier tractor puede hacer que salten objetos extra_ios dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir da_ios graves en _stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos mientras opere su tractor o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones.
  • Page 42 PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DE CORTE DE Con la segadora ala altura deseada para la LA SEGADORA posici6n de corte, se tienen que montar las ruedas calibradoras de modo que queden La posici6n de la palenca elevedora (A) determine un poco sobre el suelo. Instale las ruedas a que altura se cortar&...
  • Page 43 USAR EL SISTEMA DE FUNCIONAMIENTO AVlSO: Para proteger el cap6 contra el da_io ATR,_,S - cuando transporte su tractor en un cami6n o remol- cador, aseg0rese que el cap6 este cerrado y ase- Utilice el tractor solamente si estb, seguro de que gurado al tractor.
  • Page 44 ARRANQUE CON TIEMPO FRiO (50 °Y MENOS) IMPORTANTE: Cuando se opere en tempera- turas por debajo de 32°F (0°C) use gasolina de AI hacer arrancar el motor, mantenga invierno limpia y nueva para auedar a asegurar control de la aceleraci6n a la posici6n de es- un buen arranque en clima frio.
  • Page 45 Apretar el pedal de marcha adelante hasta el fondo, mantener per cinco (5) segundos y soltar el pedal. Apretar el pedal de marcha atr&s hasta el fondo, mantener por cinco (5) segundos y soltar el pedal. Repetir el proced- imiento tres (3) veces. Apague el motor y embrague el freno de...

  • Page 46: Antes De Cada Uso

    PROGRAMA DE ANTES CADA CADA CADA CADA CADA ALMACENAMIENT{ TEMPORAD# MANTENIMIENTO CADA USO HORAS HORAS HORAS HORAS Revisar la operaci6i_ del freI_o Revisar la presi6n de las llantas Verifi_z la commande de presence d'operateur et le sistema d ROS Revisar si hay sujetadores sue_os Afilal/cambial las cuchillas de la segadora...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR CUIDADO DE LA CUCHILLA Para obtener resultados 6ptimos, las cuchillas Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando d_ mantenimiento. de la cortadora deben estar afiladas. Reemplace las cuchillas que est6n gastadas, dobladas OPERAClON DEL FRENO dafiadas. Si el tractor necesita m&s de cinco (5) pies para detenerse a la m&xima velocidad al cambio m&s alto REMOCION DE LA CUCHILLA...

  • Page 48: Enfriamiento D Eltranseje

    ENFRIAMIENTO D ELTRANSEJE PARA CAMBIAR EL ACEITE DEL MOTOR Lasaletasde enfriamiento y el ventilador d e la Determine la gama de la temperatura esperada tranemisi6n t ienenquemantenerse l impiospara antes de cambiar el aceite. Todo el aceite debe asegurar e lenfriamiento a decuado. cumplir con la clasificaci6n de servicio API SG- Notratedelimpiarel ventilador o latransmisi6n...
  • Page 49 FILTRO DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR AVISO: Si se opera la m&quina con una rejilla Cambie el filtro de aceite del motor cada tem- del c&sped bloqueada, sucia, o con las aletas de porada ovez por medio que cambie el aceite, si enfriamiento taponadas, y/o las tapas de enfria-...
  • Page 50 ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: Presione el pedal de freno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento. Ponga el embrague del accesorio en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED). Ponga la Ilave de ignici6n en la posici6n de apagado (STOP) y remu&vala. Asegt_rese que las cuchillas y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente Desconecte el alambre de la bujia y p6ngalo en donde no pueda entrar en contacto con esta TRACTOR...
  • Page 51 FIJE LOS BRAZOS DE SUSPENSION LATE- FIJE LA PIEZA DE UNION ANTERIOR RALES DE LA CORTADORA (A) AL CHASIS - Trabaje por el lado izquierdo del tractor. - Ubique el orificio del braze encima de la Introduzca el extremo de la barra de la pieza clavija (B) que hay en la parte exterior del de uni6n per el orificio anterior de la barra de chasis del tractor, y fijelo con una arandela y...
  • Page 52 PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA Vuelva a verificar las medidas y ajuste nueva- Asegt_rese de que los neumb, ticos esten inflados mente, en caso necesario, hasta que ambos lades queden iguales. a la PSI que se indica en estos. Si estb,n de- AJUSTE DE DELANTE A ATRAS masiado inflados o poco inflados, el c6sped no le...
  • Page 53 PARA REEMPLAZAR LA CORREA DE LA Retire la correa movi6ndola hacia abajo desde CUCHILLA DE LA SEGADORA la polea del motor (E). DESMONTAJE DE LA CORREA DE LA SEGA- Deslice la correa hacia la parte de atrb,s del tractor, retirela del dispositivo de direcci6n (F) DORA y s_tquela del tractor.
  • Page 54 CONTROLAR Y AJUSTAR EL FRENO PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR CON UNA BATERiA BAJA Si el tractor exige m&s de cinco (5) pies para _ADVERTENCIA: Las baterias de &cido-plo- pararse a una velocidad m&s alta en el cambio mo generan gases explosivos.
  • Page 55 PARA REMOVER EL CONJUNTO DEL CAPO Levante la base del asiento a la posici6n le- Y DEL ENREJADO vantada y abra la puerta de caja de bateria. Desconecte el cable de la bateria NEGRO Levante el cap& Desabroche el conector del alambre de las primero y luego el cable de la bateria ROJO luces delanteras.
  • Page 56 • Vaciar el dep6sito del carburante poniendo en Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el alma- cenamiento al final de la temporada o si el tractor marcha el motor y dej#.ndolo funcionar hasta que el carburante termine el carburador est6 vacio. no se va a usar por 30 dias o m&s.
  • Page 57 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea ta seccion apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION PROBLEMA No arranca 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible, Motor sin la 2, Vea "PARA ARRANCAR MOTOR"...
  • Page 58 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea ta seccion apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION PROBLEMA Perdida de fuerza 3, Acumulaci6n de c_sped, hojas y 3. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja (continuado) basura debajo de la segadora.
  • Page 59 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea ta seccion apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servieio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION PROBLEMA Las cuchillas 1. Obstrucci6n en el mecanismo 1. Remueva la obstrucci6n. segadoras no rotan del embrague. 2.
  • 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 arriba y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto alas pendientes. No cortar pendientes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los virajes gradualmente para evitar volcarse o la p_rdida de control.
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