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... this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this equipment. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. Operator's Manual ICRIIFTSMI N°I LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 28928 • EspaSol, p. 34 This product has...
... this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- For answers to your questions about this equipment. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. Operator's Manual ICRIIFTSMI N°I LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 28928 • EspaSol, p. 34 This product has...
Operation Manual
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...Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, if any non-expendable...blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. Normal deterioration and wear of purchase if defective in the operator's manual. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2 The frame and front axle will be contaminated or oxidized (stale)....
...Maintenance Schedule 17 Maintenance 17 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 Sears Service Back Cover Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, if any non-expendable...blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. Normal deterioration and wear of purchase if defective in the operator's manual. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 2 The frame and front axle will be contaminated or oxidized (stale)....
Operation Manual
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...operate the machine while under the machine. I. Always turn off engine and wait for all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, ad- keys before operating or storing the machine. Do not allow responsible adults, who are...tended. anyone. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all parts to come to cause cancer and birth defects or other tractor. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before storage. 3 Always look down and ...
...operate the machine while under the machine. I. Always turn off engine and wait for all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting when setting up, transporting, ad- keys before operating or storing the machine. Do not allow responsible adults, who are...tended. anyone. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all parts to come to cause cancer and birth defects or other tractor. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before storage. 3 Always look down and ...
Operation Manual
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...45-55 Ft. Lbs. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. If a spark arrester is used on all covered repairs. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for parts and labor on or near any ... - 5.5 0 - 2.4 Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Please read and retain this owner's manual. _,WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used , it may have similar laws. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES • Read and observe the safety...
...45-55 Ft. Lbs. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. If a spark arrester is used on all covered repairs. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for parts and labor on or near any ... - 5.5 0 - 2.4 Charging System: 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: Amp/Hr: 28 Min. Please read and retain this owner's manual. _,WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used , it may have similar laws. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES • Read and observe the safety...
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... Tire pressure gauge Utility knife LABEL When right or left unassembled for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVING FROM SKiD TRACTOR CH ECK BATTERY 1. ADJUST SEAT 1. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Check for shipping purposes. Lift up adjustment...exception of carton. Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual, itmeans when you to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of those parts left hand is...
... Tire pressure gauge Utility knife LABEL When right or left unassembled for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVING FROM SKiD TRACTOR CH ECK BATTERY 1. ADJUST SEAT 1. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Check for shipping purposes. Lift up adjustment...exception of carton. Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual, itmeans when you to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of those parts left hand is...
Operation Manual
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...in the Operation section of other people and objects. See "TO CH ECK BRAKE" in front of tractor is clear of this manual. J No remaining loose parts in this manual. ,/CHECKLIST Before you receive the best performance and satisfaction Quality Product. ping purposes, the tires were ... leveled side-to-side/front-to see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Operate them before operating your new tractor, we wish to use your tractor were overinflated at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ...
...in the Operation section of other people and objects. See "TO CH ECK BRAKE" in front of tractor is clear of this manual. J No remaining loose parts in this manual. ,/CHECKLIST Before you receive the best performance and satisfaction Quality Product. ping purposes, the tires were ... leveled side-to-side/front-to see "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Operate them before operating your new tractor, we wish to use your tractor were overinflated at proper level. / Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. ...
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... American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations various controls and adjustments. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Disengages transmission for starting...
... American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations various controls and adjustments. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Disengages transmission for starting...
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...cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in height should only be mowed twice. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of manual). 2. Adjust mower to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (d) up and hold while lifting your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or ... moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during hot months. Make the first cut with tractor on forward drive pedal. Your tractor is approximately 1" to leave the seat with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. 12...
...cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in height should only be mowed twice. TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of manual). 2. Adjust mower to desired speed, pull cruise control lever (d) up and hold while lifting your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or ... moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 3 inches during hot months. Make the first cut with tractor on forward drive pedal. Your tractor is approximately 1" to leave the seat with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. 12...
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...located at the back of tying hood to start movement. 5. Use an appropriate means of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before and while backing. 4. Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). 13 ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)... to reposition the machine with slopes greater than reverse Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by the operator to slowest setting. • Make all the way down hills. • ...
...located at the back of tying hood to start movement. 5. Use an appropriate means of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before and while backing. 4. Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). 13 ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating)... to reposition the machine with slopes greater than reverse Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by the operator to slowest setting. • Make all the way down hills. • ...
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... be emptied before storage of fuel, it to additional information. Check engine oil with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of this manual. Move throttle control to bottom of your tractor. Do not add oil until the fuel lines and carburetor are recommended by and comply with the ground and cause you should...
... be emptied before storage of fuel, it to additional information. Check engine oil with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of this manual. Move throttle control to bottom of your tractor. Do not add oil until the fuel lines and carburetor are recommended by and comply with the ground and cause you should...
Operation Manual
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...move throttle control to the fast position. After the engine is clear of manual). 15 Sitting in this section of your transmission require removal for the first time. Place tractor safely on level ground. 2. Disengage transmission by placing free- gage parking ... is on a level surface - This procedure will remove any time, 4, there may have developed during shipping of manual). 7. ation before operating tractor for service or replace- When engine starts, leave throttle control in cold weather, the transmission follows: should be warmed...
...move throttle control to the fast position. After the engine is clear of manual). 15 Sitting in this section of your transmission require removal for the first time. Place tractor safely on level ground. 2. Disengage transmission by placing free- gage parking ... is on a level surface - This procedure will remove any time, 4, there may have developed during shipping of manual). 7. ation before operating tractor for service or replace- When engine starts, leave throttle control in cold weather, the transmission follows: should be warmed...
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... from dried clippings. After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it is attached to tractor. • Mower should be used . ]1 ( , ,) 16 the second to the desired height. • Do not... grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the tractor. Have the cut relatively high; MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is wet.
... from dried clippings. After one or two rounds, mow in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. • If grass is extremely tall, it is attached to tractor. • Mower should be used . ]1 ( , ,) 16 the second to the desired height. • Do not... grass to dry before mowing. • Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the tractor. Have the cut relatively high; MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is wet.
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...engine run better and last longer. Replace blades more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should make any of the self-lubricating bearings. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on... this manual. At least once a season, check to see if you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in this tractor does not cover items that will attract dust and dirt that have special nylon...
...engine run better and last longer. Replace blades more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should make any of the self-lubricating bearings. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on... this manual. At least once a season, check to see if you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in this tractor does not cover items that will attract dust and dirt that have special nylon...
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If your tractor. reverse should NOT shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in all tires (See PSI on mandrel assembly. 4. Install new blade with star on tires). • Keep tires free of this manual). Special blade bolt is heat BLade ...open or remove caps or covers. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of the battery with heavy cloth. 2. NOTE: Protect your tractor is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to blades. ...
If your tractor. reverse should NOT shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in all tires (See PSI on mandrel assembly. 4. Install new blade with star on tires). • Keep tires free of this manual). Special blade bolt is heat BLade ...open or remove caps or covers. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of the battery with heavy cloth. 2. NOTE: Protect your tractor is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to blades. ...
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... year. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to slip from end of this manual). JUSTMENTS section of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL ...materials. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to avoid possible engine damage from tractor. 2. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. Disconnect BLACK battery ...
... year. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to slip from end of this manual). JUSTMENTS section of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL ...materials. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to avoid possible engine damage from tractor. 2. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise. 4. Disconnect BLACK battery ...
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... air or a leaf blower to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 20 AIR FILTER Your engine will shorten the useful life of this manual. Immediately wipe up to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. See Engine Manual. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make... pointing towards carburetor. 3. For approximate capacity see "PROD- Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are covered to clean your tractor. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. 2. 6. Remove the drain tube...
... air or a leaf blower to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 20 AIR FILTER Your engine will shorten the useful life of this manual. Immediately wipe up to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. See Engine Manual. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make... pointing towards carburetor. 3. For approximate capacity see "PROD- Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are covered to clean your tractor. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. 2. 6. Remove the drain tube...
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...rod end of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (B) on opposite side of this manual. 03042tex 22 iMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in the Operation section of tractor. 7. Lift rear corner of link assembly through front hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure ...with washer and retainer spring. 8. Hook end of link (E) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Insert end of clutch...
...rod end of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (B) on opposite side of this manual. 03042tex 22 iMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in the Operation section of tractor. 7. Lift rear corner of link assembly through front hole in front mower bracket (H) and secure ...with washer and retainer spring. 8. Hook end of link (E) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Insert end of clutch...
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... 7. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of this manual). Mandrel TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on bottom side of tractor. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Carefully remove belt upwards from tractor rear to front, over cooling fan blades (D). 4. Pull belt away from ... (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Slide belt toward rear of manual). face. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of tractor. Remove belt downward from tractor. 24 Pull belt slack toward front of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Remove mower (See...
... 7. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of this manual). Mandrel TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on bottom side of tractor. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Carefully remove belt upwards from tractor rear to front, over cooling fan blades (D). 4. Pull belt away from ... (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Slide belt toward rear of manual). face. Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of tractor. Remove belt downward from tractor. 24 Pull belt slack toward front of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Remove mower (See...
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...Insert square key. 4. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. The other vehicle must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward. Connect one end of fully charged battery. 3. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from batteries. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER... chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _IbWARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. If your tractor battery to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of the BLACK cable to start the engine, it is set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact ...
...Insert square key. 4. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. The other vehicle must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward. Connect one end of fully charged battery. 3. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from batteries. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER... chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery. TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY _IbWARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. If your tractor battery to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of the BLACK cable to start the engine, it is set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact ...
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... described below before loosening cable. Positive terminal must be necessary. Lift hood to contact both terminals at and lift off of tractor. Tighten securely. The fuse holder is necessary, see engine manual. Raise hood. 2. Remove bulb holder from starting. • Check wiring. Ifthe engine does need adjustment, see engine... CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. 26 However, minor adjustment may cause your tractor to reconnect the headlight wire connector.
... described below before loosening cable. Positive terminal must be necessary. Lift hood to contact both terminals at and lift off of tractor. Tighten securely. The fuse holder is necessary, see engine manual. Raise hood. 2. Remove bulb holder from starting. • Check wiring. Ifthe engine does need adjustment, see engine... CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. 26 However, minor adjustment may cause your tractor to reconnect the headlight wire connector.