Craftsman 917.289280 manual

Operator's Manual ® LAWN TRACTOR 24.0 HP,* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 28928 • EspaSot, p. 34 This 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 Rul[...]

Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications ........................... 6 AssemblyiPre-Operation ....................... 7 Operation ............................................... 9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 17 Maintenance .........[...]

_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 orderto preventaccidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where[...]

II, SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to toss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Opera- tion on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. . Mow up and down slopes, not across. ° Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or ot[...]

- Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground, if this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozz[...]

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 64 oz. WiO Filter: 60 oz. Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed Fon,,Jard: 0 - 5.5 Reverse: 0 - 2.4 Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: A[...]

Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet (2) Keys "{our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16&[...]

NOTE: You may now roll your tractor offthe skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people a[...]

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. R H L IXU _ _ REVERSE HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH N HEUTRAL 6 ÷ 6 ®) ,¢, ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) LIGHTS ON FUEL BA3-rERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE C[...]

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. ® Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standard[...]

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. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SE[...]

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS The cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the cruise control to disengage. Do not use the cruise control on slopes,[...]

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in place. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ",(our tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the revers[...]

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH- MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recom- mended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR ME[...]

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50°F/10 ° C and below) 6. When engine starts, leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly. Once rough running begins, imme- diately move the throttle control to the fast position, Engine warm-up may take from several seconds to several minutes (the colder the temperature, the lo[...]

MOWING TIPS . Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing 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. - The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged on[...]

AI.)&_CE NAI,411_ I,_ _ " i ! I 3gue on suelo llanlanImlenlo. ,C,ON ._Arcj.)_ Accesorio de Grasa de1 bol Accesodo de Grasa del Rodamiento de la Rueda Delantera '_ Motor :}W30 OTOR" en Man ase los puntos tos de nil6n sos atraer_.n . duraci6n de • icarse, use ito de polvo MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operat ion Check Tire Pre[...]

TRACTOR Always observe safety rules wllen 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 serviced. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TIRES • Maintai[...]

EL MOTOR z primera vez o e del motor, se que extra para _stanque hasta rueda libre este _sici6n de oper- a=no y ponga el _ccesorio a la engaged. ie la aceleraci6n 5n. las instruccio- en clima frio y 1 y gire la llave lanillas del reloj tart, y suelte la ue el motor. No continuamente por minuto. Si de varios inten- a aceleraci6n a e unos cuantos t m[...]

6. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve. 7. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- stick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 8. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. For accurate reading, insert dipst[...]

kLIBRADORAS bien ajustadas distancia del egadora est6 a tces las ruedas nto segador en raspeo en casi radoras con el t plana. ttura de corte _ ajuste de al- .A ALTURA DE t' en la secci6n _1). leseada para la que montar las Jo que queden tale las ruedas Jecuado con el .,la de 3t8, y la 16 y apri_telos el lado opuesto ,ra en el mismo /k un inter[...]

3. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. 4. Repeat on opposite side of tractor, . ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retain[...]

)PERAR os diversos 0310e _ndard Institute. IIENTO HACIA _1" - Permite la ) otro accesorio L E - Enciende y CERO- hacia adelante a sin apretar el NTE- Se utiliza ;cia adelante. &S - Se utiliza ,cia atr&s. _E- Desengan- • o arrastrar. )E SERVtClOi hay que hac- )rtadora. TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI sh[...]

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- face. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL- 1+ Remove mowerfrom tractor (Sea"TO RE- MOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2, Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. 3. Pull belt away from mower. BELT INS[...]

_I6N _U tractor nuevo, rendirn[ento y la _cto de calidad. continuacion: is instrucciones en Ia caja de _rgada en forma i forma c6moda fladas en ferma iv[o, las Ilantas F_.brica.) ) segador est6 de tado a lado y _ara obtener los rte. (Las llantas orrna adecuada 3ulsi6n y de la _corran el paso 3oleas y dentro correas. ; que todas las guras y que los [...]

REPLACING BATTERY _WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. 1. Lift hood to raised position. 2. [...]

:DN PARA LA :ompra. est& diseSado _odo fiable per los productos, 6n de tanto en .=rde de Protec- acerles ahorrar un Acuerdo de f prot6gese de guientes: ! 2.000 especia- "aci6n. ) alguno para _obre todas tas _i su producto glado, :_recio corriente rives al servicio ambi_n el 10% :e de un control ;oporte telefOni- _te Sears sobre • eglo en[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed Will not start PROBLEM CAUSE ! Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Hard to start 3 Engine flooded. 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty air filter. 6 Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in fuel. Engine will not turn over to Sears service center 8 Loose or damaged wiring. 9 Carb[...]

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unUess directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Poor cut - uneven cutting Mower blades will not rotate CAUSE t Worn, bent or loose blade, 2 Mower deck not level. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, 4 Bent blade mandrel. 5 1 2 3 4 Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, [...]

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Garantia .......................................................... 34 Reglas de Seguridad ...................................... 35 Especificaciones del Producto ........................ 3B Montaje/Pre Operaci6n ................................... 39 Operaci6n ....................................................... 41 Mantenimiento ...............[...]

• vice center _hten blade bolt. _f mower r other enter. _dreis to :)n. lye belt. r other enter, rol in "FAST" ;ed. before mowing. _per PSI. blade. Tighten _f mower "ive belt. _arp edge down es listed in _drels to _)N f'" r lamp(s). it switch. connections. _PELIGRO: Esta Maqulna cortadora es capaz de amputar las manosy los[...]

• Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de mode que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar estando en una pendiente. • No cortar la hierba mojada. Las ruedas pueden perder tracci6n. Poner siempre una marcha cuando se est& en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo. • Evitar arrancar, pararse o girar en una pendi- ente. Si las ru[...]

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ESPECiFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO Capacidad y Tipo 3.0 Gafones de gasolina: Regular Sin Plomo Tipo de Aceite: SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F) (API-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (Debajo 32°F) Capacidad de Con filtro: 64 oz, Aceite: Sin fittro: 60 oz. Bujia: Champion QCI 2YC [Abertura: .040,) Velocidad de Detante: 0 - 5.5 Recorrido (MPH): Marcha Atr&s: 0 - 2.4 Sistema de Ca[...]

y cause running, or al wiring ; section. tive-type 'is located RILL AS- Hoja de pendiente Llaves (1) Tubo de desagQe (2) Llaves qnector. _rasp hood at nd lift off of sure to re- ._ connector. ,_adtight Wire )nnector CONTROL ,en preset at _hould not be :as described . If adjustment lual. ROL preset at the I not be neces- ry, see engine I .=t at[...]

AVISO: Ahora puede rodar o conducir su tractor fuera de la corredera+ Siga las siguientes instruc- clones para remover el tractor de la corredera. ,41_ADVERTENClA: Antes de empezar, leer, en- tender y seguir todas ias instrucciones presentes en la secci6n de Operaciones de este manual. Asegurarse que el tractor est_ en un &rea bien ventilada. A[...]

_rrear to front, =) and above 3). "actor and roll ). ctor. Carefully transmission put pulley (D). 3elt keeper. idler (C). nary idler (A) ulley grooves and keepers. STALL MOW- ual). Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados. R N H L MARCHA ATRAS NEUTRO [...]

FAMtLIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO ¥ LAS REGLAS DE SEGUR]DAD 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. 03 t ,38 Nuestros tractores cumplen con los est_ndares de seguridad de! A[...]

hole in front secure with g (J). _pring (Q)into guide (P)into qto guide and g (K). _y (M) and belt proper routing er to highest wheels before 1in the Opera- La operaci6n de cualquier tractor puede hacer que satten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para [...]

UTILIZAR EL MANDO CRUCERO Et mando crucero se puede utifizar s6!o durante la marcha hacia adelante. CARACTERISTICAS TI_CNICAS El control de vetocidad crucero s61o debe usarse mientras et tractor est6 en labores de siega o transportaci6n, movi6ndose sobre superficies que est@n relativamente ptanas y rectas. Otras condiciones de trabajo, como la poda[...]

muffler and it could cre- ge. )eginning er every ever occurs setting are -'ICATIONS" ,_ed once omes to carbu- filter and _ition in fuel t_ards carbu- ine leaks and _ned. _pilled gaso- Lmp , finish, etc. I wheels free th auto- a garden lean your transmis- _r out. Water shorten the ._ compressed grass, and mower. FUNClONAMIENTO ATRAS Tu tra[...]

ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR REVISE EL NIVEL DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR El motor en su tractor ha side enviado desde la f_brica lleno con aceite de calidad para verano. t. Revise el aceite det motor con el tractor en terreno nivelado. 2. Remueva la tapaivaritla indicadora de nivel de relleno del aceite y limpielas, vuelva a insertar la varilla indicad[...]

]ON (ROS) _! with the "ON" posi- _tch engaged, ,r to drive in engine. _1 with the "ON" position engaged, ,r to drive in Jff the engine. must be damaged )lacement facturer of ]t approved ractor is ur tractor and osition to al- ith gloves , cloth. ling counter- "nped ,ground. _er assembly, In with star olt securely Dolt is he[...]

PROGRAMA DE AHTES DE CAOA Ct,,DA CADA CADA CADA A_L,'.M,,GENA;_E{,ErO MANTENIMIENTO CADA usa e 2_ _o too TE_,fPOn^DA HORAS HOR^S ,_oR^s .onAs n_v_,a,t la oper_d,4n d_l t_ono _ In_peocio_o las _o_mas Imp_zo}d_l_ Flevb_r r_l =tirol dr_l acetic d_l muto_ _€ 0 Limplr{l ol 1_|I_'o do alto _#_ T Limpial Ix= rejitl,1 do hire _#'2 , _ _ _p[...]

should be d and pos- clippings. h; the second is wet. and leave grass to dry full throttle ,etter mowing scharge of speed by :ed to give _nce as well t. _ts, select a the terrain of the at- TRACTOR Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando de mantenimiento. OPERACION DEL FRENO Si e] tractor necesita m&s de cinco (5) pies para detenerse a l[...]

5. Cobra los terminales con grasa o parafina. 6. Reinstale la bateda (Vea"Reemplazar la Bateria" en la secci6n de Servicio y ajustes de este manual). ENFRIAMIENTO DEL TRANSEJE Las aletas de enfdamiento y el ventilador de la transmisi6n tienen que mantenerse limpios pare asegurar el enfriamiento adecuado. No trate de limpiar el ventilador [...]

fuels (called nethanol) can to separa- Jring storage, Jel system . To avoid _tem should 30 days , start the fuel lines se fresh fuel _structions for r use engine ts in the fuel nay occur. the first time f fuel, it will _ove fuel from l is in the sition. 3sition, set parking disengaged _oke position. the warm below. J turn key and release _rts, Do n[...]

ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESIONES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: !. Presione el pedal de freno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento. 2. Ponga el embrague del accesorio en la posici6n desenganchado (DISENGAGED). 3. Ponga la llave de ignici6n en la posici6n de apagado (STOP) y remu6vala. 4. AsegSrese qua tas[...]

LS _djusted ground when _g height in _eels then ion to help tin conditions. with tractor :utting height ER CUTTING f manual). ight of cut _ould be ghtly off the ,el in appro- ely. _tuge wheel in an operator _y attempt _eat with the qment clutch ine. You must _itioned in the _m hesitating your equip- or hills. ut with at- gaging at- 4_ 5. Realice el[...]

PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA Aseg_rese de que los neum&ticos est6n inflados a la PSI que se indica en estos, Si est,_n de- masiado inflados o poco inflados, el c6sped no te quedar#, bien cortado, Io cual podr#, llevarlo a pen- sar que la S,EGADORA no estb. bien regulada. REGULACION VISUAL DE LADe A LADe 1, Si redes los neum&ticos est&n corr[...]

_TING YOUR .'ations of PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSION DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA La correa de impulsiSn de la cuchilla segadora se puede cambiar sin herramientas. Estacione el tractor en una supefficie nivelada. Enganche el franc de estacionamiento. REMOCION DE LA CORREA - 1. Remueva la segadora de{ tractor (Vea"PARA REMOVER LA SEGADOR,[...]

CONTROLAR Y AJUSTAR EL FRENO Si el tractor exige mrsde cinco (5) pies para pararse auna ve!ocidad mb.s alia en el cambio mrs alto en una superficie nivelada de hor- rnig6n seco o pavirnentada, entonces se debe controlar y ajustar el freno. CONTROL DEL FRENQ 1. Aparcar ettractor en una superficie nivelada de horrnigSn seco o pavirnentada, presionar [...]

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Inmediatamente prepare su tractor para el almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si el tractor no se va a usar per 30 dias o re&s. _DVERTENCIA: Nunca alrnacene el trac- tor con gasolina en el estanque dentre de un edificio en donde los gases pueden alcanzar una llama expuesta o una chispa. Permita que el motor se enfrie antes de almacenarfo [...]

_bove is re- ff the Catifor- Other states ral laws apply ester for the 3ur nearest iPAIR PARTS mart pur- )roduct is r years of all products, to time. That's )n Agreement wation. r Agreement 7 unexpected Agreement: )00 profe- _harge for _red repairs. ur covered ular price of d parts not t; also, 10% tive mainte- qe sup- ntative on e repair, plu[...]

IDENTIFICAC1ON DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secciSn aproplada en el manual a menos que est6 dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA P_rdida de fuerza 3, AcumulaciSn de c_sped, hojas y (continuado) basura debajo de la segadora. 4, Filtro de aire sucio, 5, Nivel de aceite bajo/aceite sucio. 16, Bujfa falfada, 17. Filtro de combustible sucio. 8[...]

IDENTIFICAClON DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dtrigido a un centro de servicio Sears, with the ! fall off and :rfere with ;hildren who he past may )wing area I over or rle. erate the oaching blind other objects )f a child. hat has a Do not at- :ept at the recom- for towed slopes. lers in or on -_e towed of trac[...]

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