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Does The 2009 Mod. 28970 Have Mulching Attachment Available ?
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Run away rpm cqnnot not be slowed down unless I manually operate the carburator linkage.
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i have brake/clutch chatter . when i press down a little on the brake it stops the chatter. Is there...
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Operation Manual - Page 1
Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMRN°
LAW TRACTO
24.0 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission
Model No. 917.28970
• EspaSol, p. 34
This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am...
Operation Manual - Page 2
...Safety Rules
3
Product Specifications 6
Assembly/Pre-Operation
7
Operation
9
Maintenance Schedule 16
Maintenance
16
Service and Adjustments 20
Storage
26
Troubleshooting
27
Sears Service Back Cover
CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY
TWO YEARS ON TRACTOR
When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this tractor fails
due to a defect...
Operation Manual - Page 5
instruction
• Be sure the area is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Always look behind before restarting. • Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the engine running. • Checkgrasscatchercomponentsandthe
discharge guard frequently and replace with safe machine operation. Do not use extra caution when servicing ...
Operation Manual - Page 6
.... phone support from time to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.
That's the kind of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other qualified service center. SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE
For Sears professional installation of professionalism you money and aggravation. Should you experience any problem you to time. Other states may require repair from...
Operation Manual - Page 7
...set will make assembly easier.
BEFORE REMOVING FROM SKID
TRACTOR
CH ECK BATTE RY
1. 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 for charging instructions... TO REMOVE TRACTOR CARTON UNPACK CARTON
FROM
• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from ...
Operation Manual - Page 8
... instructions belowto remove the tractor from this manual. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in this manual)....tractor. See "TO LEVEL MOWER" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
4. See "TO CHECK B RAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
_#fCHECKLIST
Before you operate your tractor...
Operation Manual - Page 14
... "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service
and Adjustments section of 30 days or...key clockwise to separation and formation of this manual).
• To change oil for one...high altitude (above )
7.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be adjusted for the...set parking brake.
3. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with tractor on level ground. 2.
See Storage Instructions...
Operation Manual - Page 15
... control to the right of the tractor. Move motion control lever to half (1/2) speed. Shutoff engine and set .
2. Sitting in the opposite ...manual.
• The left hand turns until finished. Wet grass will remove anytrapped air inside the transmission which may be used for service or replacement, it should be purged before operating the tractor. 1. IMPORTANT: Should your tractor...
Operation Manual - Page 17
...only a replacement blade approved bythe manufacturer of your local parts dealer. Install new blade with the ignition
2.
attachment clutch engaged, any maintenance. TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in the seat.
NOTE: Protect your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. •...
Operation Manual - Page 23
...is inside all belt guides and keepers. 2. Tighten securely. 7.
Park the tractor on centerspan idler (E). 5. Remove mowerfrom tractor (See"TO REMOVE MOWER"inthis section of tractor. BELT INSTALLATION -
1. Mandrel
Idler
Pulle'
Mandrel
TO CHECK BRAKE
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to manually push the tractor forward. Contact a Sears or
other qualified service center...
Operation Manual - Page 24
...tractor does not move height to the lowest position. If damage has occurred to affect the factory set at the factory and adjustment should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in neutral position, follow this manual...factory and is normal. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
1. Repair tire and reassemble.
Tighten adjustment bolt securely. Replace axle cover. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. ...
Operation Manual - Page 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM Will not start
Hard to start
Engine will not turn over
CAUSE 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
3 Engineflooded.
4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty air filter. 6 Dirty fuel filter. 7 Water in Service and Adjustments section.
8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
1 Depress...
Operation Manual - Page 28
... wiring.
14 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section.
15 Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
3 Tighten loose part(s). Tighten blade bolt. 2 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
1 Replace blade. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Engine clicks but will not...
Operation Manual - Page 29
... holes.
1 Remove obstruction.
2 Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. presence
1 Check wiring, switches and connections. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Engine continues to 1 run when operator leaves seat with blades listed in this manual.
11 Clogged mower deck vent holes 11 Clean...
Operation Manual - Page 30
... "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse
CAUSE
CORRECTION
1 Light switch is ...Replace motion drive belt. o Find information and too[s to you by Sears
30 Youq_l_find the arm_J_r and mo_e on managemyhomeoCOm
o Find this and a[[ your home. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center
PROBLEM...
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