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... Rules and Instructions before operating this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this equipment. Operator's Manual 1® LAW TRACTO 21.0 HR* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28924 • EspaSol, p. 33 03070 This product has a low emission engine which operates...
... Rules and Instructions before operating this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this equipment. Operator's Manual 1® LAW TRACTO 21.0 HR* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28924 • EspaSol, p. 33 03070 This product has a low emission engine which operates...
Operation Manual
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... guard. • Operate machine onlyin daylight orgood artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of your tractor. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before and while backing. • Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone. Allow machine to cause...hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. _DANGER: This cutting machine is dangerous. Operate only at all times. • Only allow the mower to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before operating. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Clean any oil or fuel...
... guard. • Operate machine onlyin daylight orgood artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of your tractor. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before and while backing. • Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone. Allow machine to cause...hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. _DANGER: This cutting machine is dangerous. Operate only at all times. • Only allow the mower to a complete stop engine, and remove keys before operating. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Clean any oil or fuel...
Operation Manual
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... before operating. bris. If this is complete. GENERAL SERVICE Replace gas cap • Never operate machine in contact with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mowin reverse unless absolutely necessary.
... before operating. bris. If this is complete. GENERAL SERVICE Replace gas cap • Never operate machine in contact with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mowin reverse unless absolutely necessary.
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Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflatedfor leveling). / Check mower and drive belts. Please review the following important items: / Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. / ...
Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflatedfor leveling). / Check mower and drive belts. Please review the following important items: / Engine oil is at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. / ...
Operation Manual
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... @ FAST -_ SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF _D REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING _ E21 { j., BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ®@®@@ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS...CAUTION indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in literature supplied with the product. CAUTION when used to the tractor and/or engine. FiRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, might result in death or serious injury. The safety alert...
... @ FAST -_ SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF _D REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING _ E21 { j., BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ®@®@@ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS...CAUTION indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could result in literature supplied with the product. CAUTION when used to the tractor and/or engine. FiRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, might result in death or serious injury. The safety alert...
Operation Manual
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... controls and adjustments. Used to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACH M ENT CLUTCH LEVER =Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse.... 10 YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) MOTION CONTROL LEVER -Selects the speed and direction of tractor. (M) FREEWHEELCONTROL- ments mounted to your tractor to the applicable safety standards of mower or other attach- Locks clutch/brake...
... controls and adjustments. Used to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACH M ENT CLUTCH LEVER =Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse.... 10 YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) MOTION CONTROL LEVER -Selects the speed and direction of tractor. (M) FREEWHEELCONTROL- ments mounted to your tractor to the applicable safety standards of mower or other attach- Locks clutch/brake...
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... speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. 11 Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold . 2. ENGINE • Movethrottle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running ...- The operation of grass. CAUTION: Always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. To stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position....
... speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. 11 Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold . 2. ENGINE • Movethrottle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running ...- The operation of grass. CAUTION: Always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. To stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position....
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...attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. Select desired height of cut to leave the seat with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. attach- TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of manual). 2. Install gauge wheel in desired cutting height slot. The heights... high; NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with the engine running . With mower in neutral position. 2. Tighten securely. 3. Repeat for all, installing same adjustment hole. Make the first cut posi- TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is controlled by the motion control lever. (J) 1. Any attempt by...
...attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. Select desired height of cut to leave the seat with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. attach- TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of manual). 2. Install gauge wheel in desired cutting height slot. The heights... high; NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with the engine running . With mower in neutral position. 2. Tighten securely. 3. Repeat for all, installing same adjustment hole. Make the first cut posi- TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is controlled by the motion control lever. (J) 1. Any attempt by...
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...control to half (1/2) speed. with the motion control lever three (3) times. With motion control lever in the tractor seat, start engine. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in this section of the attachment being used. 15 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position ... of manual). 3. Engage transmission by selecting a low enough speed to tractor. Sitting in neutral position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. 8. After the engine is clear of the drive wheels. 4. o Mower should be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at full...
...control to half (1/2) speed. with the motion control lever three (3) times. With motion control lever in the tractor seat, start engine. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in this section of the attachment being used. 15 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position ... of manual). 3. Engage transmission by selecting a low enough speed to tractor. Sitting in neutral position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. 8. After the engine is clear of the drive wheels. 4. o Mower should be purged before mowing. • Always operate engine at full...
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... plug and clean air filter ensure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Check for Loose Fasteners t# # C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level v' v' Change Engine Oil ...this manual. • At least once a year you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Replace blades more often when operating in this tractor does not cover items that will need to be lubricated, use only a dry,...
... plug and clean air filter ensure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Check for Loose Fasteners t# # C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level v' v' Change Engine Oil ...this manual. • At least once a year you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Replace blades more often when operating in this tractor does not cover items that will need to be lubricated, use only a dry,...
Operation Manual
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...Assembly ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) 17 TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the disen- NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running ,... any attempt by the manufacturer of your local parts dealer. torque). BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must align with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. iMPORTANT: treated. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion....
...Assembly ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) 17 TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the disen- NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running ,... any attempt by the manufacturer of your local parts dealer. torque). BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must align with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. iMPORTANT: treated. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion....
Operation Manual
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...of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the nozzle adapter to thrown objects from tractor and mower. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is not engaged, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Movethetractor'sPTO(...engaged until the deck is directed AWAY from the nozzle washout port. 10. We do not recommend using mower again. • Plug any holes in mower with a washout port on the tractor, re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with automotive type wax. Water...
...of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the nozzle adapter to thrown objects from tractor and mower. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is not engaged, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Movethetractor'sPTO(...engaged until the deck is directed AWAY from the nozzle washout port. 10. We do not recommend using mower again. • Plug any holes in mower with a washout port on the tractor, re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the operator's position with automotive type wax. Water...
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...(D) - Disconnect front link (E) from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is to its lowest position. 3. Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it is spring loaded. Make sure the... Al_ CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under right side of lower dash. Lower attachment lift lever to be spring loaded. Place motion control lever in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Slide mower under tractor. % 03042tex 21 Lower attachment lift lever to "STOP" and remove key. 5. ...
...(D) - Disconnect front link (E) from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is to its lowest position. 3. Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it is spring loaded. Make sure the... Al_ CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under right side of lower dash. Lower attachment lift lever to be spring loaded. Place motion control lever in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Slide mower under tractor. % 03042tex 21 Lower attachment lift lever to "STOP" and remove key. 5. ...
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... pin (D) on opposite side of tractor. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. Position hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into hole in idler arm (R). 9. 3. Repeat on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and ...retainer spring (J). . Install belt onto engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). . Work from left side of tractor. 7. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Hook end of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring ...
... pin (D) on opposite side of tractor. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. Position hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into hole in idler arm (R). 9. 3. Repeat on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and ...retainer spring (J). . Install belt onto engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). . Work from left side of tractor. 7. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Hook end of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring ...
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...- With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. NOTE: As desired, you to lower mower NOTE: Each full turn front link adjustment nut (B) clockwise (Itighten) to raise the front of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of mower you wish to -side. to think the mower is 1/8" to the ground. Protect your...
...- With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. NOTE: As desired, you to lower mower NOTE: Each full turn front link adjustment nut (B) clockwise (Itighten) to raise the front of mower, position blade at front and rear tip of mower you wish to -side. to think the mower is 1/8" to the ground. Protect your...
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...Mandrel Idler Pulle Pulle 2. Make sure belt is inside all belt guides and keepers. 2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). Remove belt from tractor. steering plate (F) and remove from centerspan idler (C). 6. Install new belt from transmission input pulley... freewheel control in "transmission dis- Park the tractor on centerspan idler (C). 5. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mowerfrom tractor (See"TO REMOVE MOWER"inthissection ofmanua0. 2. Work belt off the FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and cam- BELT INSTALLATION...
...Mandrel Idler Pulle Pulle 2. Make sure belt is inside all belt guides and keepers. 2. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). Remove belt from tractor. steering plate (F) and remove from centerspan idler (C). 6. Install new belt from transmission input pulley... freewheel control in "transmission dis- Park the tractor on centerspan idler (C). 5. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mowerfrom tractor (See"TO REMOVE MOWER"inthissection ofmanua0. 2. Work belt off the FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and cam- BELT INSTALLATION...
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..." in the direction it should not be a 12 volt system. After above steps until tractor does not move mower deck height to adjustment bolt, move forward or backward. 3. If tractor still creeps, repeat above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in rear wheel hub...
..." in the direction it should not be a 12 volt system. After above steps until tractor does not move mower deck height to adjustment bolt, move forward or backward. 3. If tractor still creeps, repeat above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in rear wheel hub...
Operation Manual
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...breathe which leads to separation and formation of acids during long periods of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Clean entire tractor in the Maintenance section of this manual. 4. Replace if necessary. 5. Always followthe mix ratio found on concrete or damp surfaces. Rust... and/or dirt in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with battery terminals. • If battery is to be stored for damage, breakage and wear. Inspect and ...
...breathe which leads to separation and formation of acids during long periods of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. Clean entire tractor in the Maintenance section of this manual. 4. Replace if necessary. 5. Always followthe mix ratio found on concrete or damp surfaces. Rust... and/or dirt in any enclosure. TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor with battery terminals. • If battery is to be stored for damage, breakage and wear. Inspect and ...
Operation Manual
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...damaged wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. 1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4 Dirty air filter. 5 Low oil level/dirty oil. 6 Faulty spark plug. 7 Dirty fuel filter. 8 Stale or dirty fuel. 9 Water in Service and Adjustments.... 11 Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12 Dirty/clogged muffler. 13 Loose or damaged wiring. 14 Carburetor out of adjustment. 15 Engine valves out of mower housing. 4 Clean/replace air filter. 5 Check oil level/change oil. 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7 Replace fuel filter. 8 ...
...damaged wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. 1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4 Dirty air filter. 5 Low oil level/dirty oil. 6 Faulty spark plug. 7 Dirty fuel filter. 8 Stale or dirty fuel. 9 Water in Service and Adjustments.... 11 Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12 Dirty/clogged muffler. 13 Loose or damaged wiring. 14 Carburetor out of adjustment. 15 Engine valves out of mower housing. 4 Clean/replace air filter. 5 Check oil level/change oil. 6 Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7 Replace fuel filter. 8 ...
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... in clutch mechanism. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7 Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8 Mower drive belt worn. 7 Clean underside of mower housing. 8 Replace mower drive belt. 9 Blades improperly installed. 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10 Improper blades used. 10 ...5 Blown fuse. 4 Check wiring and connections. 5 Replace fuse. 30 trash around mandrels to open vent holes. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Clean underside of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1 Obstruction in "FAST" position. 2 Travel speed too fast. 2 Shift to...
... in clutch mechanism. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. 7 Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 8 Mower drive belt worn. 7 Clean underside of mower housing. 8 Replace mower drive belt. 9 Blades improperly installed. 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down. 10 Improper blades used. 10 ...5 Blown fuse. 4 Check wiring and connections. 5 Replace fuse. 30 trash around mandrels to open vent holes. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Level mower deck. 3 Clean underside of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 1 Obstruction in "FAST" position. 2 Travel speed too fast. 2 Shift to...
