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Operator's Manual ICRIIFTSMI N°I LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28927 • EspaSol, p. 35 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer 425246 Rev. 3 IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety ...IL 60179 U.S.A. Before you start the engine, read and understand this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon-
Operator's Manual ICRIIFTSMI N°I LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28927 • EspaSol, p. 35 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer 425246 Rev. 3 IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety ...IL 60179 U.S.A. Before you start the engine, read and understand this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon-
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...; Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in a large percentage of your tractor. _WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...place and working. • Slow down a hill in neutral, you to lose control of your tractor. Always turn off engine and wait for all times. • Only allow the mower to plow leaves or other safety devices in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, ...
...; Never direct discharged materialtoward anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in a large percentage of your tractor. _WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...place and working. • Slow down a hill in neutral, you to lose control of your tractor. Always turn off engine and wait for all times. • Only allow the mower to plow leaves or other safety devices in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, ...
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... uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down for another ride and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Do not use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use a nozzle...
... uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down for another ride and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Do not use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use a nozzle...
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... sections in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). See that you learn how to operate your tractor, check to PSi shown on your tractor were overinflated at the factory). Verify that are routed correctly. ping purposes, the tires were overinflated at...items: V" Engine oil is important for shipping purposes. V" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are properly inflated. (For ship- V" Check wiring. V" Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. While learning how to use your tractor for leveling). V" Become familiar with fresh, clean, regular unleaded ...
... sections in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). See that you learn how to operate your tractor, check to PSi shown on your tractor were overinflated at the factory). Verify that are routed correctly. ping purposes, the tires were overinflated at...items: V" Engine oil is important for shipping purposes. V" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are properly inflated. (For ship- V" Check wiring. V" Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. While learning how to use your tractor for leveling). V" Become familiar with fresh, clean, regular unleaded ...
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...HIGH e LOW G CHOKE FAST (@) SLOW IGNITION SWITCH -@ ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL t BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL @@®@@ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP ...hazard which , if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. 9 FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided could resuNt in...
...HIGH e LOW G CHOKE FAST (@) SLOW IGNITION SWITCH -@ ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL t BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL @@®@@ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP ...hazard which , if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury and/or property damage. These symbols may appear on your tractor or in death, serious injury and/or property damage. 9 FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided could resuNt in...
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.... (D) THROTTLE CONTROL - Used for forward movement of mower or other at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Indicates when service is required for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER -... engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of tractor. (L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Turns the headlights on and off . (P) SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used for starting ...
.... (D) THROTTLE CONTROL - Used for forward movement of mower or other at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Indicates when service is required for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER -... engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of tractor. (L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Turns the headlights on and off . (P) SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Used for starting ...
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...or reverse (L) drive pedal to "STOP" position and remove key. Pedal should remain in to prevent unauthorized use. STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor com- brake TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is equipped with the engine running , any... any attempt by the forward and reverse drive pedals. 1. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. _IbCAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. Make sure parking brake will cause the ...
...or reverse (L) drive pedal to "STOP" position and remove key. Pedal should remain in to prevent unauthorized use. STOPPING MOWER BLADES - • To stop tractor com- brake TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is equipped with the engine running , any... any attempt by the forward and reverse drive pedals. 1. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. _IbCAUTION: Always stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position. Make sure parking brake will cause the ...
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...wheel in appropriate hole. the second to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting your equip- TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is approximately 1" to disengage. engaged will shut off the ground. Other conditions such as trimming at - With...6 inches in height should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in most terrain conditions. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of cut with tractor on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted...
...wheel in appropriate hole. the second to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting your equip- TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is approximately 1" to disengage. engaged will shut off the ground. Other conditions such as trimming at - With...6 inches in height should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in most terrain conditions. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of cut with tractor on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted...
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...counterclockwise to engine "ON" position. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than 15 ° and do not drive across ...USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - reverse TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor. Turning the ROS "ON", to tractor. Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. When use if you are recommended by and comply with specifications of the ...
...counterclockwise to engine "ON" position. _CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor at more than 15 ° and do not drive across ...USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - reverse TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor. Turning the ROS "ON", to tractor. Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. When use if you are recommended by and comply with specifications of the ...
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...for a few minutes and try again. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in this manual. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with tractor on dipstick is required, the service reminder will take extra cranking time to move the throttle control back to start , move fuel from the ... the Mainte- BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in quantities that the engine or mower needs servicing. in your tractor has been shipped, from the tank to separation and formation of this manual). • To change oil for the first time or if...
...for a few minutes and try again. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in this manual. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with tractor on dipstick is required, the service reminder will take extra cranking time to move the throttle control back to start , move fuel from the ... the Mainte- BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in quantities that the engine or mower needs servicing. in your tractor has been shipped, from the tank to separation and formation of this manual). • To change oil for the first time or if...
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...: should be properly leveled for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this section of the tractor. MOWING TiPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is recommended that is running . AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in this driving... for the first time. tion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of mower should be purged after the transmission has been warmed up may need to tractor. • Mower should be adjusted for service or replace- Sitting in cold temperatures (below ) 6. NOTE: If...
...: should be properly leveled for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this section of the tractor. MOWING TiPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is recommended that is running . AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before driving the unit in this driving... for the first time. tion (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of mower should be purged after the transmission has been warmed up may need to tractor. • Mower should be adjusted for service or replace- Sitting in cold temperatures (below ) 6. NOTE: If...
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...fire hazard from dried clippings. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut relatively high; Make first cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground ...speed that will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. f Ji 11 j ( l[ J • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to the desired height...
...fire hazard from dried clippings. Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut relatively high; Make first cut desired. • When operating attachments, select a ground ...speed that will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. f Ji 11 j ( l[ J • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to the desired height...
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...should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check...R_._place Fuel Filter 1 - Check engine oil level. 2. Check operator presence and ROS systems for loose fasteners. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that will shorten the life of this manual. See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - At least once a season, check...
...should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check...R_._place Fuel Filter 1 - Check engine oil level. 2. Check operator presence and ROS systems for loose fasteners. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that will shorten the life of this manual. See Cleaning in high ambient temperatures. 2 - At least once a season, check...
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... Replace worn, bent or damaged blades. _, CAUTION" Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor is not necessary. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. 3. Install new blade with heavy cloth... hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start...
... Replace worn, bent or damaged blades. _, CAUTION" Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor is not necessary. BLADE REMOVAL 1. Remove blade bolt by turning counter- clockwise. 3. Install new blade with heavy cloth... hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. NOTE: Protect your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should not start...
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...dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Move the tractor to the ON position. iMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is secure. 5. Movethetractor'sPTO(BladeEngage) to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. Engage the mower deck PTO to remove excess water and to help dry ...before putting the tractor away. _iLWARNING: A broken or missing washout...
...dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Move the tractor to the ON position. iMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is secure. 5. Movethetractor'sPTO(BladeEngage) to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. Engage the mower deck PTO to remove excess water and to help dry ...before putting the tractor away. _iLWARNING: A broken or missing washout...
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...its lowest position. CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower is spring loaded. tered under tractor until it is on lift lever, lower it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" ...Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. remove retainer springs and washers. CAUTION: Lift lever is to its lowest position. 3. Slide mower under tractor. 03042tex 22 Have a tight grip on front edge of bracket. 5. Lower attachment lift lever to be spring loaded. Roll belt...
...its lowest position. CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under right side of tractor. IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower is spring loaded. tered under tractor until it is on lift lever, lower it cannot come in "DISENGAGED" ...Place attachment clutch in contact with plug. remove retainer springs and washers. CAUTION: Lift lever is to its lowest position. 3. Slide mower under tractor. 03042tex 22 Have a tight grip on front edge of bracket. 5. Lower attachment lift lever to be spring loaded. Roll belt...
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... of this manual. 03042tex 23 Work from left side of tractor. 7. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in the Operation section of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. 8. 3. Position hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. ATTACH ... with washer and retainer spring (J). . If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in all mower pulley grooves. 11. Insert rod end of link (E) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. Insert end...
... of this manual. 03042tex 23 Work from left side of tractor. 7. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in the Operation section of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. 8. 3. Position hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. ATTACH ... with washer and retainer spring (J). . If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in all mower pulley grooves. 11. Insert rod end of link (E) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. Insert end...
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... hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Raise mower to think the mower is necessary, see step 2 in position with the results. With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. Protect your lawn and lead you are sharp. Readjust, if necessary...straight forward. Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Ai_ CAUTION: Blades are equal. 24 Loosen jam nut A first Raise mower to 1/2" lower than the rear tip. • Hold adjustment nut in Visual Adjustment instructions above. NOTE: Each full turn...
... hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Raise mower to think the mower is necessary, see step 2 in position with the results. With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. Protect your lawn and lead you are sharp. Readjust, if necessary...straight forward. Protect your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. Ai_ CAUTION: Blades are equal. 24 Loosen jam nut A first Raise mower to 1/2" lower than the rear tip. • Hold adjustment nut in Visual Adjustment instructions above. NOTE: Each full turn...
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... the belt keeper. 4. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in all mandrel pulleys (R) and around all mower pulley grooves. 3. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor parking brake. belt installation of manual). 25 Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in all belt guides and ...the input pulley (D). Pull belt slack toward front of tractor, off the steering plate (F) and remove from engine pulley (E). 6. Care- TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove belt downward from tractor. fully work belt down around mandrels and entire upper ...
... the belt keeper. 4. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in all mandrel pulleys (R) and around all mower pulley grooves. 3. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor parking brake. belt installation of manual). 25 Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in all belt guides and ...the input pulley (D). Pull belt slack toward front of tractor, off the steering plate (F) and remove from engine pulley (E). 6. Care- TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove belt downward from tractor. fully work belt down around mandrels and entire upper ...
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... 1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4 Bent blade mandrel. 5 Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to open vent holes. Clean around mandrels. 3 Clean underside..., bent or loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 15 Contact a Sears or other Poor cut = uneven cutting 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Mower deck not level. 1 Replace blade. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Replace blade. Contact a Sears or other qualified service ...
... 1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4 Bent blade mandrel. 5 Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels to open vent holes. Clean around mandrels. 3 Clean underside..., bent or loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 15 Contact a Sears or other Poor cut = uneven cutting 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Mower deck not level. 1 Replace blade. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Replace blade. Contact a Sears or other qualified service ...
