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LAWN TRACTOR
*
24 HP ,
42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.98636
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
586027826
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
SEARS Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
* The power rating as declared by the engine manufacturer is the
average gross power output at the specified RPM of a typical
production engine for the engine model measured using SAE
Standards for engine gross power. Please refer to the engine
manufacturer for details
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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 Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operation ..........10 Troubleshooting ........29 WARRANTY CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RIDING EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, Warranty will also cover defects in material and workmanship of the Frame and Front Axle for five years from the date of purchase This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. -
Page 3: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES 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 acciden- anyone. - Page 4 SAFETY RULES II. SLOPE OPERATION • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible Slopes are a major factor related to loss of adult other than the operator. control and tip-over accidents, which can •...
- Page 5 SAFETY RULES • Remove gas-powered equipment from • Never tamper with safety devices. Check the truck or trailer and refuel it on the their proper operation regularly. ground. If this is not possible, then refuel • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or such equipment with a portable container, other debris build-up.
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Page 6: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2.5 Gallons/9,46 L • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Regular Unleaded† • Follow a regular schedule in main tain ing, Power Rating*: 17,9 KW @ 3600 RPM caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) •... -
Page 7: Assembly/Pre-Operation
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys Slope Sheet Battery (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps Key(s) ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Label A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. - Page 8 ✓CHECKLIST NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue using the instructions that Before you operate your new trac tor, we follow to remove the tractor from the skid. wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this WARNING: Before start ing, read, un- Quality Product.
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Page 9: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) -
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Stan dards Institute. -
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. -
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TO USE CRUISE CONTROL • For best cutting performance, grass over 6" (152,4 mm) in height should be mowed The cruise control feature can be used for twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the forward travel only. second to de sired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower... -
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TO STOP MOWER BLADES TO OPERATE ON HILLS Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not CAUTION: Do not operate the mower drive across any slope. Use the slope guide without either the en tire grass catcher, on provided at the back of this manual. -
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CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can Service reminder shows the total number of attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion hours the engine has run and indicates when and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic the engine or mower needs servicing. -
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WARM WEATHER STARTING PURGE TRANSMISSION (50°F (10°C) and above) CAUTION: Never engage or dis en gage 6. When engine starts, move the throt tle freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. control to the fast position. To ensure proper operation and per for mance, •... -
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MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •... -
Page 17: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steerin Plate ck Transaxle Coolin... -
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TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form- ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than 5 feet (1,5 m) Ros "On" Engine "On" Position to stop at highest speed in high est gear on Position (Normal Operating) a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. -
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TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, NOTE: 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals they will result in increased oil consumption can cause the battery to “leak” power. when used above 32°F/0°C. -
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ENGINE OIL FILTER 3. Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. Replace the engine oil filter every sea son or every other oil change if the tractor is used 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. more than 100 hours in one year. -
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DECK WASHOUT PORT 10. Move the tractor to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Place the at- Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout tachment clutch control in the “ENGAGED” port on its surface as part of its deck wash position to remove excess water and to system. -
Page 22: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 3. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. 4. -
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• ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and retainer spring. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. -
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TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT Ensure tires are properly inflated to the PSI IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side- shown on tires. If tires are over or under to-side. inflated, it may affect the appearance of your To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower lawn and lead you to think the mower is not blades should be adjusted so the front tip adjusted properly. -
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TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION - 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 clutch brake pedal shaft (G). without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- 2. - Page 26 TO CHECK BRAKE TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TERY If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to stop at highest speed in high est gear WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, ex plo sive gases.
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REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug- WARNING: Do not short bat tery ter mi- in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind nals by al low ing a wrench or any other object the dash. to contact both terminals at the same time. -
Page 28: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for stor age ENGINE 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 gum deposits from forming in essential fuel WARNING: Never store the trac tor with system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose, gas o line in the tank inside a building where... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2 See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. -
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1 Raise cutting height/reduce speed. Throttle in “CHOKE” position. 2 Adjust throttle control. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3 Clean underside of mower trash under mower. -
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 1 Remove obstruction. not rotate Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. -
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See ap pro pri ate section in manual un less di rect ed to Sears service center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of drive Freewheel control in Place freewheel control in “DISENGAGED” position. “ENGAGED” position. Debris on steering plate (if See "CLEANING"... -
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10.01.13 BD Printed in the U.S.A.