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Manual
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LAW
TRACTOR
15.5 HR 38" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.28601
• EspaSol,
p. 31
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his 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
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 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- Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
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Page 2: Warranty
Sears Service......B ack Cover Operation..........1 1 Maintenance Schedule......17 LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's... - 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. Never direct discharged material toward ,_WARNING: In order to prevent accidental anyone. Avoid discharging material...
- Page 4 II. SLOPE OPERATION Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of Never carry children, even with the blades control and tip-over accidents, which shut off. They may fall off and be seriously result in severe injury...
- Page 5 Keep machine free of grass, leaves, • Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom other debris build-up. Clean oil orfuel spill- truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. age and remove any fuel-soaked debris. If this is not possible, then refuel such Allow machine to cool before...
- Page 6 REPAIR PROTECTION Ground Speed Forward: AGREEMENTS (MPH) Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That's when...
- Page 7 Steering Wheel "* Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert ..(1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Steering Shaft Adapter Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Seat For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
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Page 8: Tools Required
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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... -
Page 9: Check Battery
Seat NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. Seat _:_ WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. - Page 10 CHECK TiRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before operate enjoy your the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tractor, we wish to assure that you receive tire pressure is important best cutting the best performance and satisfaction from performance.
- Page 11 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 ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ®$0£])o CLUTCH/BRAKE...
- Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Attachment "ON" Position Clutch Lever ignition Switch Throttle!Choke...
- Page 13 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over...
- Page 14 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT OPERATING IN REVERSE position of the attachment lift lever Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). attempt determines the cutting height. the operator to travel in the reverse direc- , Grasp lift lever. tion with the attachment clutch engaged...
- Page 15 TO OPERATE ON HILLS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL _IbWARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not The engine in your tractor has been shipped, drive across any slope. Use the slope guide from the factory, already...
- Page 16 TO START ENGINE MOWING TIPS When starting the engine for the first time Mower should be properly leveled for best or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
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Page 17: Before Each Use
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE SCHEDULE EACN SEASON STORAGE HOURS .OURS .OURS .OURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS System,, Check for Loose Fasteners ChecWReplace Mower Blades q_#'3 Lubrication Chart Check Battery, Level Clean Battery... - Page 18 TRACTOR , When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the Always observe safety rules when performing attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt any maintenance. by the operator to shift into reverse should BRAKE OPERATION NOT shut off the engine.
- Page 19 Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion SAE VISCOSITY GRADES of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves -3(} downward,...
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Page 20: Engine Oil Filter
ENGINE OIL FILTER Clean out chaff and debris Replacethe engine oilfilter everyseason or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AiR FILTER Yourenginewill not runproperlyusing a dirty air filter. Replacepre-cleanerafter every 25 hoursof operationor everyseason. - Page 21 WARNING: TO AVOID SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) 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 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Adjust the mower while tractor is parked level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See side of tire). tires are over or underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your...
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Page 23: Motion Drive Belt
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move Park the tractor on level surface. Engage freely, the transaxle is in neutral. parking brake. For assistance, there is a Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the... -
Page 24: Maintenance
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS REPLACING BATTERY 1. Block up axle securely. _IWARNING: Do not short battery terminals 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and by allowing a wrench or any other object contact both terminals at the same time. washers to allow wheel removal (rear Before connecting... - Page 25 PRELIMINARY SETTING ENGINE 1. Aircleanerassemblymustbeassembled Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments. are being done at the customers expense, Be sure the throttle control cable is ad- be performed by any non-road engine repair...
- Page 26 Immediatelyprepare your tractor for stor- blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation _IbWARNING: Neverstore the tractor acids during...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM 3ORRECTION CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. Wait several minutes Engine flooded. - Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too Raise cutting height/reduce fast. speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" position. Adjust throttle control. Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash...
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Remove obstruction. Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch not rotate mechanism. Worn/damaged mower drive Replace mower drive belt. belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley.
- Page 30 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.
- Page 31 Usted podr& evitarse el costo del vi&tico si Ileva la bateria a un Centro de Servicios autorizado de Craftsman. Para saber cu&l le queda m&s cerca, Ilame al 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
- Page 32 PELIGRO: 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. _,ADVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte de hierba entera, la protecci6n de descarga u otros dispositivos de seguridad en su lugar y...
- Page 33 • Escogeruna velocidadde marchabaja de esten dentro del equipo por remolcar. modo quenoseanecesario pararse o cambiar En pendientes, el peso del equipo remolcado estando en unapendiente. puede causar la perdida de tracci6n y la per- Nocortarlahierba mojada. L asruedas pueden dida de control.
- Page 34 • Mantener la m@quina libre de hierba, hojas Las cuchillas del cortac@sped son afiladas. u otros residuos acumulados. Limpiar Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y poner salpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar la m@.ximaatenci6n cuando se hacen opera- clones en elias. cualquier cosa mojada con carburante.
- Page 35 ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO En el estado de California, la ley exige Io anterior (Secci6n 4442 del "California Public Resources Capacidad y Tipo 1.5 Galones Code"). Otros estados pueden contar con otras de Gasolina Regular Sin PIomo leyes parecidas. Las leyes federales se aplican en la tierras federales.
- Page 36 Volante de direcci6n Inserto del (1) Arandela volante de direcci6n (1) Arandela (1) Perno hexagonal seguridad 5/16 5/16-18 x 4 Eje de Extenci6n Accesorio transci6n de la Adaptador direcci6n Asiento Co ooooooooo_ (1) Arandela de calibre _(1) Manilla (1) Asiento Hoja de pendiente Llaves (2) Llaves...
- Page 37 Su tractor nuevo ha sido montado en la f&brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que no se han mon- tado pot razones de envio. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en forma adecuada y segura todas las partes y los artfculos de ferreteria que se monten tienen que ser apretados en forma segura. Use las herramientas correctas, segQn sea necesario, para asegurarse de que esten apretados en forma segura.
- Page 38 Deslice el asiento hasta que Ilegue a una AVISO: Ahora puede rodar o conducir su tractor posici6n c6moda, que le permita presionar fuera de la corredera. Siga las siguientes instruc- el pedal del embrague/freno completamente clones para remover el tractor de la corredera. hasta abajo.
- Page 39 REVISION PRESION V" LISTA DE REVISI6N LLANTAS ANTES DE OPERAR Y DE DISFRUTAR DE SU Las Ilantas en su tractor fueron infladas TRACTOR NUEVO, LE DESEAMOS QUE RE- CIBA EL MEJOR RENDIMIENTO Y LA MAYOR masiado en la f&brica por razones de envio. La SATISFACCION DE ESTE PRODUCTO...
- Page 40 Estos simbolos 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 ALTURA DE LA LEVANTAMIENTO MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR FRENO SEGADORA DE LA SEGADORA APAGADO SISTEMA ENCENDIDO...
- Page 41 FAMIMARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR 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. Posici6n ROS "ON"...
- Page 42 |_" A_'empre use anteojos de seguridad o proteccione__ tractor o cuando haga | _eguridad de visi6n amplia, para uso sobre los espejuelos o anteojos de seguridad est&ndar. COMO USAR SU TRACTOR PRECAUCION: Siempre pare el tractor com- PARA AJUSTAR EL FRENO DE ESTAClONA- pletamente, segOn se ha descrito anteriormente, MIENTO...
- Page 43 1. Seleccione laalturade cortedeseada. PARA OPERAR EN CERROS 2. Hagaarrancar las cuchillasde la segadora _IbADVERTENClA: No maneje hacia arriba o enganchando el controldel embrague del hacia abajo en cerros con pendientes superiores a accesorio. 15 ° y no maneje atravesando ninguna pendiente.
- Page 44 AGREGUE GASOLINA ARRANQUE CON TIEMPO FRiO (50 ° Y MENOS) * Llene el estanque de combustible. Uene hasta 7. AI hacer arrancar el motor, mantenga el control de la aceleraci6n a la posici6n de estrangulaci6n la parte inferior del cuello de relleno del es- tanque de gasolina.
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Page 45: Antes De Cada Uso
PROGRAMA ANTES CADA CADA CADA CADA CADA ALMACENAMIENTO MANTENIMIENTO CADA USO TEMPORADA HORAS HORAS HORAS HORAS Revisar la operaci6n del freno Revisar la presi6n de las Ilantas verifi6z la commande de presence d'op6rateur et le sistema d ROS A nevi_ar _ihay suie_a_ .. - Page 46 • Cuando el motor est& en marcha con el inte- TRACTOR rruptor de Ilave del sistema de funcionamiento Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando de mantenimiento. atr&s (ROS) en la posici6n "ON" y el embrague del accesorio conectado, cualquier tentativa del OPERAClON DEL FRENO operador de viajar marcha atr&s, NO apagar&...
- Page 47 AVlSO: No use un elavo para balancear CALIDADES DE VISCOSIDAD DE SAE cuchitla. Los 16bulos del agujero central pueden aparecer como centrados, pero no Io est&n. Deslice la cuchilla en una parte no roscada del perno de acero o clavija y sujete el perno o la clavija paralelo al suelo.
- Page 48 LIMPIEZA DE LA REJILLA DE AIRE Use un medidor en la tapa/varilla indicadora del nivel para relleno del aceite para revisar La rejilla de aire debe mantenerse sin mugre y el nivel. Mantenga el aceite en la linea de paja para evitar el daflo al motor debido al sobre- Ileno (FULL) en la varilla indicadora de nivel.
- Page 49 & ADVERTENClA:PARA EVITAR LESI6NES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVIClO O DE HACER AJUSTES: Presione el pedal del embrague/freno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento. Ponga la palanca de cambios en la posici6n de neutro (N). Ponga el embrague del accesorio en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED).
- Page 50 PARA NIVELAR CAJA DE LA SEGA- AJUSTE DESDE ADELANTE HACIA ATRAS DORA IMPORTANTE: El conjunto tiene que ser nive- Ajuste la segadora mientras que el tractor este lado de lado a lado. Si et ajuste desde adelante estacionado en terreno nivelado o en la entrada hacia atr&s siguiente es necesario, asegurese de de autos.
- Page 51 PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSK_N Remueva la correa desde el fijador del tramo DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA centro y tirela a distancia del tractor. INSTALACION DE LA CORREA - La correa de impulsi6n de la cuchilla segadora se puede cambiar sin herramientas. Estacione el Mueva cuidadosamente la correa nueva entre...
- Page 52 REGULAClON DE LA PALANCA DE VELOCl- PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR CON DADES NEUTRO DEL CAMBIO MEC.ANICO UNA BATERiA BAJA CON DIFERENClAL Y TRACClON ANTERIOR _IADVERTENClA: Las baterfas de &cido-plo- El cambio mec&nico con diferencial y tracci6n me generan gases explosivos.
- Page 53 REEMPLAZAR LA BATERIA PARA CAMBIAR LA BOMBILLA DE LA LUZ DELANTERA _,ADVERTENClA: No haga cortocircuito Levante el cap6. los terminales de la bateria al permitir que una Tire el sujetador de la bombilla fuera del Ilave de tuerca o cualquier otro objeto entre en contacto con ambos terminales a la misma agujero en la parte trasera del enrejado.
- Page 54 AJUSTE PRELIMINAR- MOTOR El mantenimiento, la reparaci6n, o el reemplazo El conjunto del filtro de aire tiene que mon- de cualquier dispositivos o sistemas del control tarse en el carburador cuando se hagan los de la emisi6n, los cuales sean hechos al costo ajustes en este.
- Page 55 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el alma- del combustibles mezclados con alcohol (cono- cenamiento al final de la temporada o si el tractor cido como gasohol o que tienen etanol o meta- no se va a usar pot 30 dias o m&s. nol) pueden atraer humedad, Io que conduce...
- Page 56 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA PROBLEMA CORRECCJ0N 1. Sin combustible. NO arraRca 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. 12. Motor sin la 2. Vea "PARA ARRANCAR MOTOR"...
- Page 57 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCJ6N PROBLEMA P6rdida de fuerza 3. Acumulaci6n de cesped, hojas y 3. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja (continuado) basura debajo de la segadora.
- Page 58 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION Las cuchillas 1. Obstrucci6n en el mecanismo 1. Remueva la obstrucci6n, segadoras no rotan del embrague. 2.
- Page 59 GUiA SUGERIDA PARA MEDIR LAS PENDIENTES CON LA VISTA PARA UNA OPERACION SEGURA SOLAMENTE ANDE CUESTA ARRHBAO CUESTA ABAJO Y NO ATRAVIESE EL CERRO 15 GRADOS MAX. ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar daSos graves, haga funcionar su tractor arriba y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto alas pendientes.
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