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Craftsman 917.28707 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 917.28707 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 20.0 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle
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LAWN TRACTOR
20.0 HR* 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.28707
• Espahol, 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
*Asrate_i by
the engine manufacturer

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  • Page 1 IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions about Read and follow all Safety this product, Call: Rules and Instructions before 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
  • Page 2 IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
  • 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...
  • 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 can shut off. They may fall off and be seriously result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 5 • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, • Remove gas-powered equipment from the other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuelspill- truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. age and remove any fuel-soaked debris, If this is not possible, then refuel such...
  • Page 6 .030") AGREEMENTS Ground Speed Forward: Congratulations on making a smart purchase. (MPH): 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 having...
  • 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 Extension Steering Wheel Shaft Adapter Seat (1) Washer i_(1) Knob (1) Seat For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
  • Page 8 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 Lower seat into operating position WARNING: Before starting, read, un- sit in seat, derstand and follow all instructions in the 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position Operation section of this manual, Be sure is reached which allows you to press tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
  • Page 10 V'CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy 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. ,/'No remaining loose parts in carton. V'Battery is properly prepared...
  • 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 SUDW IGNITION SWITCH I.l.I ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION svs,_Miaos, ,, ®_ _€>...
  • 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 Clutch Lever Ignition Switch Throttle/Choke Lift Lever...
  • 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 TO OPERATE MOWER ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position ENormal Operating) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally...
  • Page 15 • To change engine oil, see the Maintenance COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) section in this manual. When engine starts, leave throttle control ADD GASOLINE in choke position until engine warms and begins to run roughly. Once rough run- •...
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE .EFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE SCHEDULE EACH SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation T Check Tire Pressure _heck Opeta2or Pt_ence & ROS Syslerm _" Check for Loose Fasteners t_" C Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Battery...
  • Page 17 TRACTOR o IS " IN"mosition bngine" IN"mosition (Normal Iperating) Always observe safety rules when per- forming 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 brake must be checked and adjusted.
  • Page 18 BATi'ERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. How- cold weather, the oils will result in in- creased oil consumption when used above ever, periodic charging of the battery with 32°E...
  • Page 19 AIR FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER Your engine will not run properly using The fuel filter should be replaced once each a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob- often under dusty conditions. See Engine structing fuel flowto carburetor, replacement Manual.
  • Page 20 & WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
  • Page 21 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING Check adjustment on right side of trac- Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked tor. Measure distance "D" directly in front on level groundor driveway, Makesure and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of tires are properlyinflated(See "PROD- mower housing as shown. UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 22 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage The mower blade drive belt may be re- parking brake. For assistance, there is a placed without tools. Park the tractor on belt installation guide decal on bottom side...
  • Page 23 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- tashers TRAL ADJUSTMENT Oetaining The transaxle should be in neutral when Oing the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock Axle Cover gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment needed, proceed as follows:...
  • Page 24 REPLACING BA'I-rERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type _I_WARNING: Do not short battery plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located terminals by allowing a wrench or any behind the dash. other object to contact both terminals at REMOVE HOOD GRILL the same time.
  • Page 25 Immediately prepare your tractor for storage • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine at the end of the season or if the tractor will and letting it run until the fuel lines and not be used for 30 days or more. carburetor are empty.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel, Will not start FiUfuel tank, See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Weak or dead battery. Recharge or replacebattery. Engine clicks but will not start Corroded battery terminals. Clean batteryterminals. Loose or damaged wiring. Check allwiring. Faulty solenoid or starter.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence Check wiring, switches and Engine continues control system. connections. If not corrected, run when operator contact a Sears or other leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Headlight(s) Lightswitchis"OFF", 1 Turn light switch "ON", working (if so equipped) Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burnedout. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s). Faultylightswitch. Check/replace light switch. Loose or damaged wiring. Check wiringand connections.
  • Page 31 Usted podr& evi- tarse el coeto del vi_.tico si Ileva la bateria a un Centro de Servicios autorizado de Craftsman. Pare 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 instru¢ciones de segurided siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o |a muerte, _ADVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte el • No hacer funcionar la m_.quina sin el alambre de la bujia y p6ngalo donde no pueda captador de hierba entera, la protecci6n de descarga u otros dispositivos de seguridad...
  • Page 33 • Escoger unavelocidad d emarcha baja de • Nunca permitir que nihos u otras personas modo que no sea necesario pararse o cam- est6n dentro del equipo por remolcar. bi_ estando an una pendiante. • En pendientas, el peso dal aquipo remoLcado No cortar la hierba mojada.
  • Page 34 Las cuchillas del cortac6sped sen afiladas. • Mantener la m&quina libre de hierba, hojas Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y poner u otros residues acumulados. Limpiar las la m_.xima atenci6n cuando se hacen opera- salpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar ciones en eltas.
  • Page 35 En el estado de California, la ley exige Io an- ESPEC|FICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO terior (Secci6n 4442 del =California Public Re- Capacidad y Tipo 1.25 Galones sources Code"). Otros estados pueden contar de Gasolina Regular Sin Plomo con otras leyes parecidas. Las leyes federales se aplican en la tierras federales.
  • Page 36 Volante de dlrecci6n Insertodel (1) Arandela volantede direcci6n © (1) Arandela (1) Perno hexagonal seguridad 5/16 5/16-18 Eje de Extenci6n Adaptador transci6n de la direcci6n Asiento (1) Arandela de calibre (1) Manilla (1) Asiento Hoja de pendiente Llaves (2) Llaves...
  • Page 37 Su tractor nuevo ha side montado en la f_.brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que no se han montado per razones de envlo. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en 1orma adecuada y segura todas las partes y los articulos de ferreterla que se monten tienen qua set apretados en forma segura.
  • Page 38 7. Deslice el PARA HACER RODAR EL TRACTOR asiento hasta que Ilegue a una posici6n c6moda, que le permita presionar FUERA DE LA CORREDERA (Vea la el pedal del embrague/freno completamente secoi6n de la operaci6n papa la local|- hasta abajo. dad y la funci6n de los controles) 8.
  • Page 39 V z LISTA DE REVISION ANTES DE OPERAR Y DE DISFRUTAR DE SU TRACTOR NUEVO, LE DESEAMOS QUE RECIBA EL MEJOR RENDIMIENTO Y LA MAYOR SATISFACCION DE ESTE PRODUC- TO DE CALIDAD, HAGA EL FAVOR DE REVlSAR LA LISTA A CONTINUACION: `/Se han completado todas las instrucciones...
  • Page 40 Estos sfmbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literature proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y compTenda sue significados. I'.,I ESTRANGU- RAPIDO LENTO MARCH& AT PJ_,S NEUTRO ALTO BAJO L&C]ON (®) ._.e,,m MOTOR MOTOR FRENODE ALTURA DE LA LEVANTAMIENTO MOTOR ESTACIONAMIENTO SBGADORA DELASEGADORA APAGADO...
  • Page 41 FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO Y I.AS 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 pare referencia en el futuro. Palanca del embrague del accesorio Controlde...
  • Page 42 La operaci6n de cualquier tractor puede haeer qua salten objetos extraf_os dentro de sus ojos, le que puede producir daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones pars los ojos mientras opera su tractor o cuando hags ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos el uso de la m&scara de segu- tided de visi6n amplia, pars uso sobre los espejuelos o anteojos de seguridad est,indar.
  • Page 43 USAR EL SISTEMA DE FUNCIONAMIENTO • El c6sped pmmedio debe cortarseaproximada- ATR,_S - mentea 2-1/2 pulgadasdurante la temporada fna y sobre3 pulgadas durante los meses • Presionar el pedal embrague/freno hasta el calurosos.Para obtener un c_sped m_Ls salu- fondo y mantenerlo apretado. dable y de mejor apariencia,siegue a menudo •...
  • Page 44 PRECAUClON: Combustibles mezclados con REMOLQUE DE CARRETILLAS O OTROS alcohol (conocidos come gasohol, o el use de ACCE$ORIOS etanol o metanol) pueden atraer la humedad, Remolque solamente los accesorios reco- la que conduce a la separacibn y formaci6n de mendados y especificados per el fabricante &cidos durante el almacenamiento.
  • Page 45 ARRANQUE CON TIEMPO FRiO (50° Y MENOS) 6. AI hacer arrancar elmotor, mantenga el control de la aceleraci6n a la posici6n de estrangulaci6n hasta que el motor se caliente y empieze funcionar mal. Una vez que empieze a funcionar mal, mueva inme- diatamente el control de la aceleraci6n a la posici6n r&pida.
  • Page 46 PROGRAMADE AMES DE cArlA CADA CADA CADA CADA ALMACEN&MIENT O TEMPORADA MANTENIMIENTO CADA usa HORAS HORAE HORAS HORAS R_visar _a pmsl_n de las Ilanta$ is" V_rlr_z 1,3commallde de presence _o_raleur RsVisar si hay sujetadores 5UeI[OS et le si_tema d ROS v"...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR VERIFIC:Z SISTEMA FUNCIONAMIENTO ATR/kS (ROS) Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cu- ando de mantenimiento. Cuando el motor est& en marcha con el in- OPERACION DEL FRENO terruptor de Ilave en posici6n de motor "ON" Si el tractor exige m&s de cinco (5) pies para y el embrague del accesorio conectado, cual-...
  • Page 48 BATERiA AVISO: A pesar de que los aceites de multi- viscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc,) mejoran el Su tractor cuenta con un sistema de carga de arranque en clima frio, estos acoites de multivis- la bateria que es suficiente para el use normal. cosidad van a aumentar el consumo de aceite Sin embargo, si se carga la bateria peri6dica- cuando se usan en temperaturas sobre 32°...
  • Page 49 FILTRO DEACEITE DELMOTOR FILTRO DE COMBUSTIBLE EN LINEA El filtro de combustible debe cambiarse una Cambie el fiRrode aceite del motor cada tem- vez cada temporada. Si el filtro de combustible porada ovez por medio que cambie el aceite, si se tapona, obstruyendo el flu o del combustible el tractor se usa m&s de 100 horas en un a5o.
  • Page 50 ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: 1. Presioneel pedal del embrague/freno completamentey 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). Ponga la Ilave de ignici6n en la posici6n de apagado (STOP) y remu6vala.
  • Page 51 PARA NIVELAR LA CAJA DE LA SEGADORA Para obtener los mejores resultados en el corte, la Ajuste la segadora mientras que el tractor estd cajade la segadoratiene que ajustarse de modo que estacionado en terreno nivelado o en la entrada la parte delantera quede aproximadarnente 1/8"...
  • Page 52 PAPA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPUL- PAPA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE SION DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA IMPULSI6N DE MOVIMIENTO La correa de impulsi6n de la cuchilla segadora Estacione el tractor en una superficie nivelada, se puede cambiar sin herramientas. Estacione Enganche el freno de estacionamiento.
  • Page 53 REGULACION DE LA PALANCA DE VELOCI- Arandelas DADES NEUTRO DEL CAMBIO MECANICO CON DIFERENCIAL Y TRACCI6N ANTERIOR Anli_o de El cambio mec&nico con diferencial y tracci6nan- Retenci6n terior tiene que estar en posici6n neutro cuando la relativa palanca est& en posici6n (cierremet&li- co.
  • Page 54 REEMPLAZAR LA BATERIA PARA CAMBIAR EL FUSIBLE C&mbielo por un fusible tipo enchufable de 20 os_teDVERTENCIA: No haga cortecircuitocon amps, tipo automotriz. El sujetador del fusible rminales de la bateria al permitir que una est,. ubicado detrds del tablero, Ilave de tuerca o cualquier otro objeto entre en contacto con ambos terminales a la misma PARA REMOVER EL CONJUNTO DEL CAPO vez.
  • Page 55 Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el etanol o metanol) pueden atraer humedad. Io almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si el que conduce a la separaci6n y a la formaci6n de acudos durante elalmacenamiento. tractor no se va a usar per 30 dias o m&s. gasolina acidica puede daSar el sistema de _,ADVERTENClA: Nunca almacene el trac-...
  • Page 56 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la eecci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que eat_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA No arranca 1, Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. 2. Vea "PARA ARRANCAR EL 2.
  • Page 57 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccibn apropiada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CORRECCION CAUSA PROBLEMA P_rdida de fuerza 3. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja 3, Acumulaci6n de c_sped, hojas y de la segadora.
  • Page 58 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que estd dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION PROBLEMA Las cuchillas 1. Obstrucci6n en el mecanismo 1, Remueva la obstrucci6n. segadoras no rotan del embrague. 2.
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