Craftsman 917.28852 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 21.0 hr, 46" mower electric start automatic transmission

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LAWN TRACTOR

21.0 HR* 46" Mower

Electric Start

Automatic Transmission

Model No.

917.28852

• Espafiol, p. 33

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This

product

has a low emission

engine

which

operates

differently

from

previously

built

engines.

Before

you

start

the

engine,

read and

understand

this Operator'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 pro, 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.

Esta mdquina puede utilizar gasolina con un contenido de hasta el 10% de etanol (EIO),

El uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (1=10)anulard la garantia del producto,

Sears Brands Management

Corporation,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U,S.A,

Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman

*As rated by the engine manufacturer

584158096 Rev. 1

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Page 1 Esta mdquina puede utilizar gasolina con un contenido de hasta el 10% de etanol (EIO), El uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (1=10)anulard la garantia del producto, Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U,S.A, Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer 584158096 Rev. 1...
Page 2 Back Cover Operation ..........9 Maintenance Schedule ......16 Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, all non-expendable parts of this ridingequipment are warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective non-expendable part will receive free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible.
Page 3 _,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. _.WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- • Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone. Avoid discharging material tal starting when setting up, transporting, against a wall or obstruction.
Page 4 il, SLOPE OPERATION • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchfulcare 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 injuryor death.
Page 5 • Remove gas-powered equipment from • Never tamper with safetydevices. Check thetruck ortrailer a nd refuel itonthe their proper operation regularly. ground. Ifthis isnot p ossible, then refuel • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or such e quipmentwith aportable container, other debris build-up.
Page 6 REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030"/0.76 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 Slope S heet Keys Key(s) Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BA-FrERY" in the A socket wrench set will make assembly "Service and Adjustments"...
Page 8 NOTE: You may now roll y our tractor offthe skid. C ontinue using t heinstructions that CHECKLIST follow toremove thetractor from the skid. Before you operate your new tractor, we WARNING: Before starting, read, un- wish to assure that you receive the best derstand and follow all instructions in the performance and satisfaction...
Page 9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I'-,! REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNIT/ON SWITCH ENGINE REVERSE ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYS'_EM (ROB) CRUISE...
Page 10 KNOW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING "YOURTRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
Page 11 The operaUon 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
Page 12 TO MOVE FORWARD AND TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS BACKWARD Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower The direction and speed of movement is is at the desired cutting height in operating controlled by the motion control lever. (J) position.
Page 13 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) IMPORTANT: The motion control lever does not return to neutral position when the clutch! Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse brake pedal is depressed. Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by o Torestart movement, slowly release park- the operatorto travel in the reverse direction ing brake and clutch/brake pedal.
Page 14 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take The engine in yourtractor has beenshipped extra cranking time to move fuel from the from the factory already filled with summer tank to the engine.
Page 15 • The attachments canalso beused dur- MOWING TIPS ing theengine warm-up period a fter t he • DO NOT usetire chains when the mower transmission hasbeen w armed up. housing is attached to tractor. PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
Page 16 EVEW'/ EVERY EVERY EVERY, _'VERY " 'SEFOR MAINTENANCE 8_oRE STORAGE EACH SEASO_ SCHEDULE HOURS HOUR5 HOURS HOURS u .u 11 ill ,1 Hill Check Br_d<e Oper_lion ....Check Tire Pressure chock O,e,a_o, P,eseooe &ROS'_;;';;;,;' - V' ..V" Check Loose Fasteners C chockJ_pJaoe MOW e rB(ades...
Page 17 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) Always SYSTEM observesafety rules when performing any maintenance. • Whenthe engine is running withthe ignition switch inthe engine "ON" position andthe BRAKE OPERATION attachment clutch engaged, any attempt If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to by the operator to drive in reverse should stop at highest speed in highest gear on a shut off the engine.
Page 18 BATTERY ENGINE Your tractor has a battery charging system LUBRICATION which is sufficient for normal use. However, Only use high quality detergent oil rated with periodic charging of the battery with an au- API service classification SG-SL. Selectthe tomotive charger will extend its life. oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your * Keep battery and terminals clean.
Page 19 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM 6. Refill engine with oil through oilfill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For ap- Debris may clog the engine's air cooling proximate capacity see "PRODUCT SP- system. Remove blower housingand clean ECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. area shown to prevent overheating and engine damage.
Page 20 CLEANING Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. _...lv_ WashoutPort Nozzle_--_ _-_ / / of all foreign matter. ° Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrictclutch/brake pedal shaft move- ment, causing belt slip and loss of drive. IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection &...
Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY bSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral position. 3+ Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
Page 22 3, ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION 7. Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole washer and retainer spring (J). in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Make sure tires are properly inflated to the IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- PSI shown ontires. Iftires are over or under to-side. inflated,it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not To obtainthe best cutting results, the mower blades shouid be adjusted so the front tip is adjusted properly,...
Page 24 BELT INSTALLATION - TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT 1, Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steering plate (F) and above The mower blade drive belt may be replaced withouttools. Park the tractor on level sur- clutch brake pedal shaft (G), face.
Page 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck Block up axle securely. height to the lowest position. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and After above adjustment is made, if the trac- washers to allow wheel removal (rear tor still creeps forward or bacl_ward while wheels have a square key +Do not lose).
Page 26 REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with20 amp automotive-type plug- n_asWARNING: Do not short battery termi- in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind by allowing a wrench or any other object the dash, to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal TO REMOVE HOOD &...
Page 27 ENGINE Immediatelyprepare your 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 to prevent _lb 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 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM _,,,,,,,, ..... Will not start Out offue[. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly, Operation section, Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE ,., ,_ ... Cutting too much grassltoo fast. Raise cutting height/reduce speed, Loss of power Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION ......,,,,,,, Mower blades wilt Obstruction in clutch mechanism. Remove obstruction. not rotate Worn/damaged mower drive belt Replace mower drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center =ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of drive Freewheel control in Place freewheel control in "DISENGAGED" position. "ENGAGED" position. Debris on steering plate (if See "CLEANING" in the equipped), maintenance section, Motion drive belt worn, damaged,...
Page 32 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 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 33 1-800-659-5917 6 visits el sitio web: www. craftsman.corn En todes los casos anteriores, si et reemplazo es imposible, el equipo tractor ser,_ sustituido sin cargo con el mismo modelo o uno equivalenteo Toda la cebertura de garantia anterior ser&...
Page 34 _kPELIGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las 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 Ia m&quina si no tiene la trampa _DVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte elalam- para c_sped completa, la canaleta de descarga...
Page 35 • Toner el mdximo cuidado cuando se acerca - Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de mode que no sea necesario parerse o cambiar a cantos ciegos, arbustos, brboles u otros estando en una pendiente. objetos que pueden impedir ta vista de niSos. •...
Page 36 OPERACIONES DE SERVICIO GENERALES . Nunca hacer funcionar Ia m_quina en un &tea • Si se gotpea un objete ajeno, hay que pararse cerrada. e inspeccionar la m&quina. Reparar, si es • Mantener todas las tuerca_sy pernos apretados necesarie, antes de volver a poner en marcha. para asegurarse de que trabaja en condiciones - Nunca hacer ningdn ajuste e reparaci6n con el motor en fiJnci6n.
Page 37 Congratulaciones per su buena compra. Su $istema de 3 Amps Bateria Carga: 5 Amps Luces nuevo producto Craftsman® est,. dise_ado y fabricado para funcionar de mode fiabfe per Bateria: Arnp/Hr: touches aSos, Pero come todos los productos, Min. CCA: puede necesitar alguna reparaci6n de tanto en Modelo Tamale.
Page 38 Llaves Hoja de pendiente {'_) Acces_do deI c_nexi6n Lta_e_ Su tractor nuevo ha side montado en ]a f&brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que no se han montado per razones de envio. HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS PARA Etiqueta EL MONTAJE Un juego de llaves de tube facilitar& el montaje, A continuaci6n se enumeran los tama_os de las flaves est&ndar.
Page 39 2. Sue[re e] freno de estacionamiento presiom ando el pedal del embrague/freno. t_LISTA DE REVISION 3. Ponga el control de la rueda libre en le Antes de operar y de disfrutar de sutractor nuevo, posici6n de giro libre pare desenganchar la le deseamos que reciba ef mejor rendimientoy la transmisi6n, (Yea "PARA TRANSPORTAR"...
Page 40 Estos sJmbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados. MARCHA ATRAS NEUTRO ALTO BAJO ESTRANGU_ R_,PIDO LENTO LACION MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR FREt_ODE ALTURADE LA LEVANTAMIENTO APAGADO S|STEMA ENCENDIOO ENMARCHA ESTACIONAMIEt,,ri'o SEGA:DORA DELASEGAOORA FUNOIQNAMtENTO ATRAS(ROS) E.SE.O|OAS COMBUSTIBLE...
Page 41 FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las i[ustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con Ias ubieaeiones de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el future. Nuestros tractores cumplen con los est&ndares de seguridad del American National Standard institute.
Page 42 La operaci@n de cualquier tractor puede hacer que salten objetos extra_os i dentro de sus ojos, 1oque puede producir da_os graves en @stos. Siempre use | anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos mientras opere su tractor | o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos gafas de seguridad o I una mdscara de visibn amplia ,de seguridad usada sobre las galas, ,, COMO USAR SU TRACTOR...
Page 43 AMtSO: Ajuste las ruedas calibradoras con el 1. Haga arrancar el motor con la palanca de con- tractor en una superficie nivelada p]ana. trol de movimiento en la posJci6n de neutro. 2. Suelte el freno de estacionamiento. 1. Ajuste la segadora a la altura de torte deseada con la manilla de ajuste de al-...
Page 44 FUNCIONAMIENTO ATRAS PARA TRANSPORTAR _ij tractor est,. equipado con el Sistema de Fun- Cuando empuje o arrastre su tractor asegt_resede cionamiento Atr&s (ROS). Cualquier tentativa del desenganchar la transmisiOn poniendo el control operador de viajar marcha atr,_sconel embrague de la rueda libre en la posiciOn de marcha de rue- da ]ibre, Et control de marcha de rueda libre esta puecto apagar&...
Page 45 AVISO: Antes de arrancar, lea las instruccio- AGREGUE GASOLINA nes siguientes para el arranque en clima frio y • Llene e_tanque de combustible hasta la parte templado. inferior 8el cuello de relleno. No Io Ilene de m&s. [nserte la Ilave en {a [gnici6n y gire Ia llave en Use gasolina normal nueva y limpia con un el sentido que giran Ias manillas de] reloj a ]a mlnimo de 87 octanos.
Page 46 PURGAR LA TRANSMISION CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR _PRECAUCI6N: Nunca enganche o desen- • NO use cadenas de Ilanta cuando Ia carcasa ganche la palanca del control de rueda libre de la cortadora de c_sped est_ colocada en eI cuando el motor esta funcionando. tractor.
Page 47 PROGRAMA DE MANTEN]M]ENTO Veti_¢ _ s_ett_ pr_e_cia deJ =pemd_ y =iste_ "R_" riS _'=_'_+'_b_='_n ......Com_,_b_ _ r_l=_ d_ :_ ..V _'' ' Re_._s=r el _l del a_it= d=_ mo_t O_ ,_,o,,+°_° °+o ....'°°_+'_'°''_°°=+_°'/'_®' *"+_ ..
Page 48 TRACTOR VFt_RIFIEZSISTEMAFUNC1ONAMtENTOATR,_,S (ROS) $iempre observe las reglas de seguddad cuando d@mantenimiento. • Cuando el motor est_ en marcha con el iate- rruptor de Ilave en posici6n de motor "ON" y el OPERACION DEL FRENO ernbrague del accesorio conectado, cualquier Si el tractor necesita m&s de cinco (5) pies para tentativa del operador de viajar marcha atr&s, detenerse a la rnn4ximavelocidad al cambio m&s apagar&...
Page 49 BATERiA MOTOR Su tractor cuenta con un sistema de carga de la LUBRICACION bateria que es suficiente para et uso normal. Sin Use solamente aceite de detergente de alta embargo, si se carga Ia bateria peri6dicamente, calidad clasificado con la clasificaciSnSG-SL de con an cargador de autom6viles, se prolongar&...
Page 50 5. Vuetva SISTEMA DE ENFRIAMIENTO DE AIRE a fijar et accesorio de purga del aceite en el alojamiento de la turbina del motor. Los escombrospueden atascar et sistema de en- friamiento de aire de motor, Remueva la cubierta 6. Vuefva a llenar el motor con aceite a trav_s del soplador y limpie el _rea mostrada para evitar del tubo de la varilla indicadora de niveI para el recalentamiento y dafios ai motor.
Page 51 LIMPIEZA ...iManguera • Umpie todo material ex_rafio del motor, la bateria, e] asiento, el pulido, etc. Adaptador de Boqui]]a_ Puerto de • Limpie los desechos de la place guia. desechos pueden limitar el movimiento del eje del pedal del freno/embrague, Io que har&...
Page 52 _lb ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: 1. Presione el pedal del ernbrague/freno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento. 2. Ponga la palanca de control de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro. 3.
Page 53 Realice el mismo procedimiento en el otro lado de[ tractor. 9. Retire el resorte de sujeciSn (K), deslice {a FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- abrazadera (L) hasta quitarla, y saque a TER[ORES (O) - Levante {a parte posterior presi6n la guia de la caja (P) hasta que se de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de la pieza salga del soporte.
Page 54 PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA 5. Vuelva a verificar las medidas y ajuste nueva- mente, en case necesario, hasta que ambos Asegflrese de que los neum_.ticos est_n inflados Iados queden iguales. a ta PSi que se indica en estos. Si est&n de- AJUSTE DE DELANTE A ATR_,S masiado inffados o poco inflados, el c6sped no le quedar&...
Page 55 PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSI6N MONTAJE DE LA CORREA DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA Instale Ia correa nueva de la parte de atr,_s La correa de imputsi6n de la cuchilla segadora a la parte de adelante del tractor, pae&ndola se puede carnbiar sin herramientas. Estacione el pot encima de la placa de direcci6n (F) y de1 tractor en una superficie nivelada.
Page 56 PARA REMOVER LAS RUEDAS Palanca de control Neutro Cierre 1. Bloquee el eje en forma segura. Remueva la cubiertadel eje, el aniflo de reten- Met&lico ci6n y las aranderas para perm_r la remoci6n de las ruedas (Ia rueda trasera contiene una Uave cuadrada - no ta pierda).
Page 57 ENTRECIERRE Y RELES REEMPLAZAR LA BATERIA El alambrado suelto o daSado puede producir el II_I_DVERTENCIA: No haga cortocircuito con Ios mal funcionamiento de su tractor, o que deje de terminales de la bateria al permitirque una ltave funcionar,o leimp!de el arrancar. de tuercao cualquierotroobjetoentre en contacto •...
Page 58 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el al- ° Vaciar el depSsito del carburante poniendo en macenamiento al final de la temporada o si el marcha el motor y dej&ndolo funcionar hasta tractor no se va a usar per 30 dias o re&s, que el carburante termine el carburador est_ vac_o.
Page 59 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la seccibn apropiada en el manual a menos que estd dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA No arranca sin combustible, Liens el estanque de combustible, Motor sin ta"ESTRANGULACION" Vea"PARA HAGER ARRANCAR EL MO- (CHOKE) adecuada.
Page 60 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a mends que est_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION P_,rdida de Ague en el c0mbuslible. 9. i Vaciarelestanque de comb_ustibleyeicarbul fuerza '=rador,welvaallenarelestanquacongaso- (sigue) :=lina nueva ycambie e]filtro de combustib]e. Alambrado de ia bujia suelto.
Page 61 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea Jaseccibn apropiada en el manual a manes que est6 dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. CORRECCt6... PROBLEMA CAUSA Las luz "ENOIIENDA"(ON) elinterrup;'o'r, El interrupter est_ '_AGADO"(OFF), (ces) de Bombil[a(s) o I_mpara(s) quemada(s), Camb[e la bombilla(s} o I&mpara(e), lantera(s) no funclo- interrupter de la tuz fallado,...
Page 63 GU|ASUGERIDAPARAMEDIR LAS PENDIENTESCON LA VISTA PARAUNA OPERACIONSEGURA arrlba y aba]o de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto a |as & ADVERTENCIA: Para avitar da_oe graves, haga funcionar su tractor pend[entes. No oortar pond|antes rnayores de 15 gredos. Haga los v]rales gradualmenta pare evitar vo|carse o la p_rdida de control.
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