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Sat SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman 426152 Rev. 2 IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer For answers to your questions about 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...
Sat SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman 426152 Rev. 2 IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer For answers to your questions about 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...
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...blades when not mowing. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before storage. 3 dation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of the tractor. Always look down a hill in may lose control of grass , leaves ...or other tractor. neutral, you to parking brake, stop before operating or storing the machine. Use common sense when towing. Keep clear of riding mower-related injuries. _DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of a load, while...
...blades when not mowing. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to cool before storage. 3 dation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of the tractor. Always look down a hill in may lose control of grass , leaves ...or other tractor. neutral, you to parking brake, stop before operating or storing the machine. Use common sense when towing. Keep clear of riding mower-related injuries. _DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of a load, while...
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... machine in a closed area. • Keep all times until fueling is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn slowly...
... machine in a closed area. • Keep all times until fueling is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than the operator. • Be alert and turn slowly...
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... inflated for location and function of this manual. J Battery is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are properly clamped. / Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual). J Seat is properly prepared and charged. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and...
... inflated for location and function of this manual. J Battery is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. /All tires are properly clamped. / Before driving tractor, be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER" in the Operation section of this manual). J Seat is properly prepared and charged. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and...
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...and/or property damage. 9 FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided could resuNt in damage to the tractor and/or engine. DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided might result in death or serious injury. These symbols may ...6 NEUTRAL 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 HANDS AND ...
...and/or property damage. 9 FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided could resuNt in damage to the tractor and/or engine. DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided might result in death or serious injury. These symbols may ...6 NEUTRAL 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 HANDS AND ...
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... the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Disengages transmission for forward...
... the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal. (K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Disengages transmission for forward...
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... glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by the forward and reverse drive pedals. 1. Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down the pedal is equipped with the engine running , any adjustments or repairs. STOPPING MOWER BLADES - ENGINE - • Move ... depress pedal all the way down and hold tractor secure. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pressure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. When engine is controlled by the operator to stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full ...
... glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by the forward and reverse drive pedals. 1. Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down the pedal is equipped with the engine running , any adjustments or repairs. STOPPING MOWER BLADES - ENGINE - • Move ... depress pedal all the way down and hold tractor secure. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pressure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. When engine is controlled by the operator to stop mower blades, move throttle control between half and full ...
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...the deck in operating position. The heights are measured from hesitating or cutting off the ground when mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Do not use the cruise control on slopes, rough...hold while lifting your equipment on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Your tractor is at - Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER • Put attachment lift lever in appropriate hole. Make the ...when they are slightly off the engine. Start mower blades by the operator to leave the seat with tractor on forward drive pedal.
...the deck in operating position. The heights are measured from hesitating or cutting off the ground when mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Do not use the cruise control on slopes, rough...hold while lifting your equipment on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Your tractor is at - Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. 12 TO OPERATE MOWER • Put attachment lift lever in appropriate hole. Make the ...when they are slightly off the engine. Start mower blades by the operator to leave the seat with tractor on forward drive pedal.
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... control. _,CAUTION" Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in reverse unless absolutely necessary. tion with the attachment engaged. Any attempt by placing freewheel control in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor two (2) MPH. • To re...
... control. _,CAUTION" Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in reverse unless absolutely necessary. tion with the attachment engaged. Any attempt by placing freewheel control in the disengaged position. • Do not push or tow tractor two (2) MPH. • To re...
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... minutes and try again. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called MENTS Tow only the attachments that can now be sure key remains in your tractor. Never use gasoline near an open flame. Sit on a slope, is not running. Do not add oil until the fuel lines and... has run starter continuously for two hours. See Storage Instructions for of your tractor has been TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for easier starting procedures below. 5. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section in the Maintenance section of this manual. TOWING CARTS...
... minutes and try again. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called MENTS Tow only the attachments that can now be sure key remains in your tractor. Never use gasoline near an open flame. Sit on a slope, is not running. Do not add oil until the fuel lines and... has run starter continuously for two hours. See Storage Instructions for of your tractor has been TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for easier starting procedures below. 5. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section in the Maintenance section of this manual. TOWING CARTS...
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... performance as well as the quality of material. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Wet grass will discharge away from... dried clippings. Make first cut area to the right of mower should be used for best mowing performance. Allow grass to ...
... performance as well as the quality of material. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. Wet grass will discharge away from... dried clippings. Make first cut area to the right of mower should be used for best mowing performance. Allow grass to ...
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... load or in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in sandy soil. 4 - If you should make any of the self-lubricating bearings. To receive full value from the... plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals V'3 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts ,_heck Engine Oil Level v' Dhange Engine Oil (with...
... load or in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in sandy soil. 4 - If you should make any of the self-lubricating bearings. To receive full value from the... plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals V'3 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts ,_heck Engine Oil Level v' Dhange Engine Oil (with...
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... observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to slow leaks, tire sealant may...
... observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at 6-10 amperes for normal use. Raise mower to highest position to allow access to slow leaks, tire sealant may...
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...Use gauge on dipstick. ENGINE OiL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. 1. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or ... not over, the "FULl" line on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Immediately wipe up to clean your tractor. Water in one year. Refill engine with a wire brush or compressed air to overheating. For approximate capacity see "... air filter. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 20
...Use gauge on dipstick. ENGINE OiL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. 1. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or ... not over, the "FULl" line on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Immediately wipe up to clean your tractor. Water in one year. Refill engine with a wire brush or compressed air to overheating. For approximate capacity see "... air filter. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to prevent engine damage from tractor and mower. 20
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... washers. Al_ CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor until it is on level surface and engage parking brake. 1. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is cen- Slide mower under tractor. 2. tered under right side of bracket. 5. Lower attachment lift lever to... "STOP" and remove key. 4. Disconnect front link (E) from under tractor. 03042tex 21 nected, the attachment lift lever will be mounted on front edge of the lever. 8. Slide mower out from mower remove retainer spring and washer. 7. CAUTION: Lift lever is to be spring...
... washers. Al_ CAUTION: After rear lift links are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor until it is on level surface and engage parking brake. 1. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is cen- Slide mower under tractor. 2. tered under right side of bracket. 5. Lower attachment lift lever to... "STOP" and remove key. 4. Disconnect front link (E) from under tractor. 03042tex 21 nected, the attachment lift lever will be mounted on front edge of the lever. 8. Slide mower out from mower remove retainer spring and washer. 7. CAUTION: Lift lever is to be spring...
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... (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). . Repeat on rear mower bracket and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Hook end of mower and position slot in idler arm (R). 9. If necessary, adjust gauge... wheels before operating mower as shown in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Insert rod end of link...
... (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). . Repeat on rear mower bracket and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Hook end of mower and position slot in idler arm (R). 9. If necessary, adjust gauge... wheels before operating mower as shown in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Insert rod end of link...
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...Position any blade so the tip is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. Tighten adjust nut B to raise mower / °` Loosen adjust nut B to lower mower 3. to lower mower Loosen jam nut A first 4. Iftires are satisfied with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut.... 23 With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on both sides are equal. NOTE: Each full turn of tractor. • With...
...Position any blade so the tip is in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. Tighten adjust nut B to raise mower / °` Loosen adjust nut B to lower mower 3. to lower mower Loosen jam nut A first 4. Iftires are satisfied with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut.... 23 With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on both sides are equal. NOTE: Each full turn of tractor. • With...
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... brake. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Carefully remove belt upwards from mower. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Pull belt away...toward rear of manual). Install belt through stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of tractor. Mandrel TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level sur- For assistance, there is in this section of manual). BELT INSTALLATION - ...
... brake. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Carefully remove belt upwards from mower. TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Pull belt away...toward rear of manual). Install belt through stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of tractor. Mandrel TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level sur- For assistance, there is in this section of manual). BELT INSTALLATION - ...
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...or 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 fuel. 10 .... 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 Empty fuel...
...or 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 fuel. 10 .... 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 Empty fuel...
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...(if so equipped) CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Mower deck not level. 3 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... speed too slow. 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clean around mandrels to dry before mowing. 4 Level mower deck. 5 Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade ...
...(if so equipped) CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Mower deck not level. 3 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... speed too slow. 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clean around mandrels to dry before mowing. 4 Level mower deck. 5 Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6 Worn, bent or loose blade. 5 Check tires for proper PSI. 6 Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade ...
