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Question posted by Jbuehrens on August 11th, 2012

Loses Pulling Power

my mower loses pulling power in forward and reverse,

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Operation Manual - Page 1

... this equipment. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this Owner's Manual. Operator's Manual 1® LAW TRACTO 21.0 HR* 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28924 • EspaSol, p. 33 03070 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. For answers to your...

Operation Manual - Page 2

... Safety Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 7 Operation 9 Maintenance Schedule 16 Maintenance 16 Service and Adjustments 21 Storage 27 Troubleshooting 28 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...

Operation Manual - Page 3

...load, while on a slope, is clear of riding mower-related injuries. Use common sense when towing. Material may lose control of the tractor. _IbWARNING: Tow only the attachments that operators, age...wear eye protection when operating machine. • Data indicates that are involved in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Do not allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the ...

Operation Manual - Page 4

... care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other attachments; Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Followthemanufacturer'srecommenda- ment may lose traction. can affect the stability of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the blades shut...

Operation Manual - Page 5

... Ifthe tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. • If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back ... or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. • Remove gas-powered equipment from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in...

Operation Manual - Page 6

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Operation Manual - Page 7

...make assembly wrench sizes you assemble necessary to raised position. TO REMOVE CARTON TRACTOR FROM UNPACK CARTON 1. Lift seat pan to insure proper tightness. Keys (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain...Your new tractor has been assembled unassembled for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. 1. Seat Label Terminal Terminal TO ADJUST SEAT Grasp adjustment handle (A) and pull up, slide...

Operation Manual - Page 8

... for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in this manual). 8 Follow the appropriate instruction below to removethe tractor from this Quality Product. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for the first time. NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off skid. 5. Be sure tractor is clear of controls) 1. Roll tractor forward off the skid...

Operation Manual - Page 10

... OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - YOUR of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Allows operation of tractor. (M) FREEWHEELCONTROL- Save this manual for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . (J) MOTION CONTROL LEVER -Selects the speed and direction of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse. (H) LIGHT SWITCH -

Operation Manual - Page 11

... speed (fast) offers the best mower performance. 11 pletely, as described above, and set parking brake before stopping, maycause engineto "backfire". We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold . 2. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is running , hot engine exhaust gases...

Operation Manual - Page 13

...reverse above procedure. NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor. 13 Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of your tractor on a slope, is closed and secured to ROS "ON" posi- Tires can lose..." position. _,WARNING" Backing up with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). TO TRANSPORT When pushing or towing your tractor. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and...

Operation Manual - Page 14

... sure freewheel control is reached. mission engaged position. 2. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 14 Place motion control lever in neutral... and cold starting , read oil level. WARM WEATHER above . Do not mix oil with tractor on dipstick is in the Maintenance section of this manual). Acidic gas can now be warmed...

Operation Manual - Page 18

...to "leak" power. 1. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL • Be sure tractor is not used above 32°R Check your tractor is in ... crankcase oil level before starting in one year. Be careful not to allow dirt to open , pull out on your engine oil level more freely when warm. • Catch oil in the SERVICE AND...

Operation Manual - Page 19

..."PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of each season. Clamp 19 Replace pre-cleaner after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Pull up any spilled gasoline. Clean base carefully to clean the cartridge. They may clog the engine's air cooling system. Air ... FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is required. 1.

Operation Manual - Page 20

...Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near...ignition key to the STO P position to disconnect the adapter from tractor and mower. Turn the water off . Move the tractor to keep water out. Use compressed air or a leaf blower...attached. 2. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of your tractor unless the ...

Operation Manual - Page 21

...under tractor. % 03042tex 21 Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Disconnect front link (E) from rear mower bracket (D) - nected, the attachment lift lever will be mounted on the tractor, ... forward before sliding mower under tractor until it is on lift lever when changing position of mower and discon- TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is cen- NOTE: Be sure mower ...

Operation Manual - Page 24

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Operation Manual - Page 25

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Operation Manual - Page 27

...plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). 3. IMPORTANT: Never cover tractor while engine and exhaust areas are securely fastened. When mower is an acceptable a!ternative in the tank inside a ...building where fumes may require recharging. • To help prevent corrosion and power leak- Replace if necessary. ...

Operation Manual - Page 29

... Engine continues to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring. 4 Faulty... or starter. 1 Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2 Adjust throttle control. 3 Clean underside of mower housing. 4 Clean/replace air filter. 5 Check oil level/change oil. 6 Clean and regap or...