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Operator's
Manual
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LAWN TRACTOR
24.0 HP,* 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.28826
• EspaSol, p. 33
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...
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Page 3: General Operation
_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: 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 result in severe... -
Page 5: General Service
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, Remove gas-powered equipment from other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel the truck or trailer and refuel it on the spillage and remove any fuel-soaked ground. If this is not possible, then debris. Allow machine to cool before refuel... -
Page 6: Repair Protection Agreements
QC12YC AGREEMENTS (Gap: .040") Congratulations on making a smart pur- Ground Speed Forward: 0-5.5 chase. Your new Craftsman® product is Reverse: 0-2.4 designed and manufactured for years of Charging System: 3 Amps Battery dependable operation. But like all products, 5 Amps Headlights it may require repair from time to time. - 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 Sit in seat.
- Page 8 CHECKTIREPRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated Before you operate your tractor, at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this cutting performance.
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Page 9: Hot Surfaces
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. I',,I "_ SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH (®) ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION... - Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 03122 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
- Page 11 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.
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Page 12: To Move Forwardand Backward
TO MOVE FORWARDAND TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS BACKWARD Gauge wheels are properly adjusted The direction and speed of movement is when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height controlled by the motioncontrol lever. (J) operating position. - Page 13 • Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- tion and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to neutral...
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Page 14: Before Starting The Engine
SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the Service reminder shows the total number engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel of hours the engine has run and flashes next season. -
Page 15: Cold Weather Starting
COLD WEATHERSTARTING(50° F and 1. Place tractor safely on a level surface below) - that is clear of objects and open - with 8. When engine starts, slowly push choke engine off and parking brake set. control in until the engine begins to run 2. -
Page 16: Mowing Tips
MOWING TIPS If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos- • Tire chains cannot be used when sible fire hazard from dried clippings. mower housing is attached to tractor. Make first cut relatively high; the second •... -
Page 17: General Recommendations
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH REASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS :heck Brake Operation :heck Tire Pressure Presence& ROS :heck Operator System V" 2,heck for Loose Fasteners Dheck/Replace Mower Blades _ubrication Chart 2,heck Battery Level Dlean Battery and Terminals :heck Transaxle Cooling... -
Page 18: Operation
TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. • When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- tion and the attachment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to any attempt... - Page 19 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...
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Page 20: Spark Plugs
ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the Replace the engine oil filter every season grass screen, cooling fins, and other exter- or every other oil change if the tractor nal surfaces of the engine are kept clean used more than 100 hours... - Page 21 VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
- Page 22 6. ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). 7. Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J).
- Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER If adjustment is necessary, see step Make sure tires are properly inflated to 2 in Visual Adjustment instructions the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over above. or under inflated, it may affect the appear- Recheck measurements, adjust if nec-...
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Page 24: Belt Installation
NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment Remove belt downward from engine nut will change mower height about 1/8". pulley (E). Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the • Recheck measurements, adjust if nec- essary until front tip of blade is 1/8"... - Page 25 Connect one end of the BLACK cable FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and cam- to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. ber is set at the factory and is normal. Connect the other end of the BLACK front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjust-...
- Page 26 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull Raise hood. Remove bulb holder from the hole in cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.
- Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture age at the end of the season or if the trac- which leads to separation and formation _will not be used for 30 days or more. acids during storage.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start Engine not"CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. - Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but Recharge or replace battery. Weak or dead battery. will not start Clean battery terminals. Corroded battery terminals. Check attwiring. Loose or damaged wiring.
- Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt Worn, bent or loose blade. cutting Level mower deck. Mower deck not level. Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
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Page 31: Need More Help
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Place freewheel control in Loss of drive Freewheel control in "disengaged' position. "engaged" position. Motion drive belt worn, damaged Replace motion drive belt. or broken. Air trapped in transmission Purge transmission. - Page 32 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 33 Ingl6s del Due5o Programa de 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 afros posteriores a la fecha de...
- Page 34 _PELIGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las manosy los pies y de lanzar objetos, si no ss observan las instrucciones de ssguridad siguientss ss pueden producir lesiones graves o la muerte. _ADVERTENCIA: Siempre desconecte • No hacer funcionar la m&quina sin el alambre de la bujia y p6ngalo donde no pueda captador de hierba entera, la protecci6n entrar en contacto con la bujia, para evitar el...
- Page 35 • Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de • Nunca permitir que niSos u otras personas modo que no sea necesario pararse o cam- esten dentro del equipo pot remolcar. biar estando en una pendiente. • En pendientes, el peso del equipo remolcado •...
- Page 36 • Las cuchillas del cortac6sped son afiladas. • Mantener la m6,quina libre de hierba, hojas Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y u otros residuos acumulados. Limpiar las poner la maxima atenci6n cuando se hacen salpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar operaciones en elias.
- Page 37 ACUERDOS DE PROTECClON PARA ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO REPARAClON Capacidad y Tipo 3.0 Galones 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.
- Page 38 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 por razones de envio. AJUSTE EL ASIENTO Cuando en este manual se mencionan 1.
- Page 39 REVISION REVISION DE LA PRESION DE LAS ,/LISTA LLANTAS Antes de operar y de disfrutar de su trac- Las Ilantas en su unidad fueron infladas de- tor nuevo, le deseamos que reciba el mejor masiado en la f&brica por razones de env[o. La rendimiento y la mayor satisfaccion de este presi6n de las Ilantas correctas es importante...
- Page 40 Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados. RAPIDO LENTO MARCHA ATRAS NEUTRO ALTO BAJO ESTRANGU- LACION MOTOR MOTOR MOTOR FRENO DE ALTURADE LA LEVANTAMIENTO SISTEMA APAGADO SEGADORA DE LA SEGADORA ENCENDIDO EN MAROHA...
- Page 41 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, 03122 Nuestros tractores cumplen con los estb,ndares de seguridad American National Standard Institute.
- Page 42 La operaci6n de cualquier tractor puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir dahos graves en 6stos. 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 una m&scara...
- Page 43 PARA MOVERSE HACIA ADELANTE Y HA- PARAAJ USTAR LAS RU EDASCALIBRADORAS ClA ATRAS Las ruedas calibradoras est&n bien ajustadas cuando se encuentran un poco a distancia La direcci6n y la velocidad del movimiento son del terreno al mismo tiempo que la segadora controladas per medio de la palanca de control este a la altura de corte deseada.
- Page 44 PARA TRANSPORTAR Cuando empuje o arrastre su tractor aseg_lrese de desenganchar la transmisi6n poniendo el control de la rueda libre en la posici6n de marcha de rueda libre. El control de marcha de rueda libre esta situado en la barra de tracci6n trasera del tractor.
- Page 45 ANTESDEHACERARRANCARELMOTOR Ponga la palanca de control de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro. REVISE EL NIVEL DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR Mueva el embrague del accesorio a la El motor en su tractor ha sido enviado desde la posici6n desenganchado disengaged. f&brica Ileno con aceite de calidad para verano.
- Page 46 • Losaccesorios pueden serutilizados d urante el pies, mueva lentamente con la palanca periodo delrecalentamiento delmotor despues control de movimiento a la posici6n contraria. quelatransmisi6n h allasidecalentada y puede Despues que el tractor se mueva aproxima- requerir q ueelcontrol d elaestrangulaci6n sea damente unos cinco (5) pies vuelva a poner estirado un poco.
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Page 47: Antes De Cada Uso
PROGRAMA DE ANTES DE CADA CADA CADA CADA CADA ALMACENAMIENTO TEMPORADA MANTENIMIENTO CADA use HORAS HORAS HORAS HORAS Revisar la operaci6n del frei_o Revisar la presi6n de las llantas wrifi_z la commande de plesence d'_rateur et le sistema d ROS Revisar si hay sujetadores sueltos Afilal/cambiar... - Page 48 Cuando el motor est& en marcha con el inte- TRACTOR rruptor de Ilave del sistema de funcionamiento Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cu- ando d6 mantenimiento. atr&s (ROS) en la posici6n "ON" y el embrague del accesorio conectado, cualquier tentativa del OPERAClON DEL FRENO operador de viajar marcha atras, NO apagar#.
- Page 49 Remueva la protecci6n de los terminales. 32 ° F (0° C). Revise el nivel del aceite del motor Desconecte el cable de la bateria NEGRO m&s a menudo, para evitar un posible daflo en primero y luego el cable de la bateria el motor, debido a que no tiene suficiente aceite.
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Page 50: Filtro De Aire
FILTRO DEACEITEDELMOTOR Cada 100 horas de operaci6n (m&s a menudo Cambieelfiltrodeaceitedelmotor cadatem- bajo condiciones extremadamente polvorosas poradao vez pormedioquecambie el aceite, s i o sucias), remueva la caja del ventilador y otras eltractorse usam#.s de 100horasen unaflo. tapas de enfriamiento. Limpie las aletas de en- friamiento y las superficies externas, seg6n sea... - Page 51 ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: Presione el pedal del embrague/freno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento. Ponga la palanca de control de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro. Ponga el embrague del accesorio en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED).
- Page 52 Introduzca el otro extreme de la pieza de uni6n (E) en el orificio que se encuentra en la barra anterior de la cortadora (H), y fijelo por medio de una arandela y un resorte de contenci6n (J). FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior...
- Page 53 PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA Vuelva a verificar las medidas y ajuste nuevamente, en case necesario, hasta que Asegt_rese de que los neum&ticos est6n inflados a la PSI que se indica en estos. Si estb,n de- ambos lados queden iguales. AJUSTE DE DELANTE A ATRAS masiado inflados o poco inflados, el c6sped no le quedar&...
- Page 54 NOTE: Observe toda la correa de transmisi6n NOTA: Cada vuelta completa de la tuerca de ajuste har& variar la altura de la cortadora 1/8". de la fuerza electromotriz y la posici6n de todas • Vuelva a verificar las medidas y ajuste nue- las guias y guardacorreas.
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Page 55: Control Delfreno
CONTROLAR Y AJUSTAR EL FRENO PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR CON UNA BATERIA BAJA Si eltractorexigem&sdecinco(5)piespara pararse a unavelocidad m&saltaen elcambio _DVERTENCIA: Las baterias de &cido-plo- m&saltoenunasuperficie nivelada de hor- mo generan gases explosivos. Mantenga las mig6nsecoo pavimentada, entonces se debe chispas, las llamas y los materiales para fumar controlar y ajustarelfreno. - Page 56 Levante el asiento a la posici6n elevada. Desconecte el cable (A) de la bateria NE- GRO primero y luego el cable de la bateria ROJO y remueva la bateria del tractor. Instale la nueva bateria con los t6rminos en misma posici6n como la bateria vieja. Conector del aiambre de Primero, conecte el cable (B) de la bateria...
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Page 57: Paraajustar El Carburador
PARAAJUSTAR EL CARBURADOR Sucarburador n o esajustable. S i su motorno operaadecuadamente debidoa problemas sospechados de carburador, Ileveustedsu trac- tora un centrode servicio autorizado parasu reparaci6n y/oajuste. El topedealtavelocidad hasidoajustado en laf&brica. N oIoajuste - se pueden producir daSos. IMPORTANTE: Nuncamanipule el regulador delmotor, e l que ha sido ajustado en la f&brica para la velocidad del motor adecuada. - Page 58 gasolina acidica puede daSar el sistema de Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el combustible de un motor durante el periodo de almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si el almacenamiento. tractor no se va a usar por 30 dias o m&s. •...
- Page 59 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea ta secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION No arranca 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible, 2. Motor sin la 2, Vea "PARA ARRANCAR MOTOR"...
- Page 60 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la seccion apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCION PROBLEMA Perdida de fuerza 3. Acumulaci6n de cesped, hojas y 3. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja (continuado) basura debajo de la segadora•...
- Page 61 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccion apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ 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.
- Page 63 GUiA SUGERIDA PARA MEDIR LAS PENDIENTES CON LA VISTA PARA UNA OPERACION SEGURA ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar dafios graves, haga funcionar su tractor arriba _rL, y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto a las pendientes. No cortar pendientes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los virajes gradualmente para evitar volcarse o la p6rdida de control.
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How do I remove blade to sharpen
To remove the blade on a Craftsman 917.28826 to sharpen it:
1. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap the blade with a heavy cloth.
2. Raise the mower to its highest position.
3. Position the blade so it is accessible.
4. Use a wrench to remove the blade bolt and then remove the blade.
Ensure the mower is off and the spark plug is disconnected before starting.
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