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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 Rules...
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 Rules...
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... 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 22 Storage 29 Troubleshooting 30 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from normal use the proper grade and amount of ...operator's manual. This warranty is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, visit www.craftsman.com or call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for five years from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or...
... 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 22 Storage 29 Troubleshooting 30 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from normal use the proper grade and amount of ...operator's manual. This warranty is void if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, visit www.craftsman.com or call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for five years from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or...
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... of 10% from a Sears representative on your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). pointment online. Purchase your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- information SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of a new tractor. Lbs_ CONGRATULATIONS on products ...Amps Battery 3 Amps Headlights Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Should you money and aggravation. We have similar laws. Your new Craftsman® product is available through your purchase of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other qualified service ...
... of 10% from a Sears representative on your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). pointment online. Purchase your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- information SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of a new tractor. Lbs_ CONGRATULATIONS on products ...Amps Battery 3 Amps Headlights Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Should you money and aggravation. We have similar laws. Your new Craftsman® product is available through your purchase of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other qualified service ...
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... engine oil level more frequent- Replace belts if they will drain more than 100 hours in used above 32°R Check your nearest Sears or other oil change . Re-attach oil drain extension to slip from wear. Only use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to your... expected operating proximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is hot. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to clean cooling fins. For accurate reading, SAE VISCOSITY GRADES tighten dipstick cap securely...
... engine oil level more frequent- Replace belts if they will drain more than 100 hours in used above 32°R Check your nearest Sears or other oil change . Re-attach oil drain extension to slip from wear. Only use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to your... expected operating proximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is hot. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to clean cooling fins. For accurate reading, SAE VISCOSITY GRADES tighten dipstick cap securely...
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... On rear wheels only: align grooves in axle groove. 5. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Do not use tire sealant from Sears. Connect the other vehicles. The front wheel toe-in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). Replace axle cover....ORDER - 1. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Insert square key. 4. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to short against tractor chassis. 2. The rear wheels must also be serviced. Block up axle securely. 2. Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover I --',,Square Key (Rear Wheel ...
... On rear wheels only: align grooves in axle groove. 5. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. Do not use tire sealant from Sears. Connect the other vehicles. The front wheel toe-in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). Replace axle cover....ORDER - 1. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Insert square key. 4. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to short against tractor chassis. 2. The rear wheels must also be serviced. Block up axle securely. 2. Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover I --',,Square Key (Rear Wheel ...
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...and pull cable back until choke is factory adjusted. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to full choke position. 2. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. Check that swivel is against stop is completely closed ... for proper engine speed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke control (located on dash panel) to a Sears or other qualified service center which has proper equipment and experience to fast position. 2. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. damage may be ...
...and pull cable back until choke is factory adjusted. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to full choke position. 2. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. Check that swivel is against stop is completely closed ... for proper engine speed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke control (located on dash panel) to a Sears or other qualified service center which has proper equipment and experience to fast position. 2. Tighten cable clamp screw securely. damage may be ...
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... Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. 8 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Recharge or replace battery. 2 Clean battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. ...battery terminals. 6 Check all wiring. 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Clean/replace air filter. 2 Bad spark plug. 3 Weak or dead battery. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 ...
... Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. 8 Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Recharge or replace battery. 2 Clean battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or starter. ...battery terminals. 6 Check all wiring. 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Clean/replace air filter. 2 Bad spark plug. 3 Weak or dead battery. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 ...
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... Carburetor out of adjustment. 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 15 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3 Loose/damaged part(s). 3 Tighten loose part(s). Clean around mandrels. 3 Clean.../damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. 3 Frozen idler pulley. 4 Frozen blade mandrel. 31 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 1 Raise cutting height/...
... Carburetor out of adjustment. 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 15 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. If not corrected, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3 Loose/damaged part(s). 3 Tighten loose part(s). Clean around mandrels. 3 Clean.../damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. 3 Frozen idler pulley. 4 Frozen blade mandrel. 31 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck. 3 Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 1 Raise cutting height/...
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... improperly installed. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when... turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Engine speed too slow. 2 Travel speed too fast. 1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position....
... improperly installed. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when... turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Engine speed too slow. 2 Travel speed too fast. 1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position....
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... Find information and tools to do-it ! in your other product manua[s online. For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you by Sears: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas: 1-888-SU-HOGAR ®...Canada pour service en frangais: 1-800-LE-FOYER No (1-800-533-6937) www. only) www.sears.com To purchase a protection agreement (U.S.A.) or maintenance agreement (Canada) on -line for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night (U.S.A. You"[.[fim_ the ar_swe_ ...
... Find information and tools to do-it ! in your other product manua[s online. For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you by Sears: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas: 1-888-SU-HOGAR ®...Canada pour service en frangais: 1-800-LE-FOYER No (1-800-533-6937) www. only) www.sears.com To purchase a protection agreement (U.S.A.) or maintenance agreement (Canada) on -line for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night (U.S.A. You"[.[fim_ the ar_swe_ ...