Craftsman 28970 Support Question
Craftsman 28970 Support Question
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Question posted by staneagle60 on March 26th, 2014
How Do You Adjust The Governor?
Run away rpm cqnnot not be slowed down unless I manually operate the carburator linkage.
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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on March 26th, 2014 11:27 AM
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Related Craftsman 28970 Manual Pages
Operation Manual - Page 1
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*As rated by the engine manufacturer 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...
Operation Manual - Page 2
... specific legal rights, and you transport the tractor to the instructions contained in the operator's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning ...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...
Operation Manual - Page 3
...manual before
storage.
3 Always look down before operating. Material may lose control of the tractor.
_I_WARNING: Tow only the attachments that operators, age 60 years and above, are familiar with the instructions, to operate...8226; Keep machine free of bystanders before turning. • Never leave a running machine unat- Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop before and while ...
Operation Manual - Page 5
..., if necessary,
before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. machine
in a closed
• Keep all times until fueling is clear of bystanders before restarting. • Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the engine running. • Checkgrasscatchercomponentsandthe
discharge...
Operation Manual - Page 7
..., slide seat to raised position.
Lift hood to desired position and release adjustment handle.
....
7 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 are listed.
(1) 1/2" wrench (2) 7/16" wrenches Pliers
Tire pressure gauge...
Operation Manual - Page 8
...are properly clamped. J" Become familiar with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
v" It is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
4. Followthe instructions belowto remove the tractor from this manual. See "TO LEVEL MOWER" in safe operating condition. Verify that all connections are still secure and wires are routed correctly. J" No remaining
instructions have...
Operation Manual - Page 10
... hours of mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (B) BRAKE PEDAL- Allows operation of operation. (Z) AMMETER - Our tractors conform to the Applicable safety standards of various controls and adjustments. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off...
Operation Manual - Page 11
... with the engine running , any adjustments or repairs. ENGINE -
1.
• Movethrottle control (D) between halfand
full speed (fast) position.
2.
tween half and full speed (fast) position, before leaving the operator's position. To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake
pedal all the way down .
....
• Move motion control lever (J) to "backfire".
11
Start tractor with motion...
Operation Manual - Page 12
... ground when mower is equipped with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the ground. Adjust mower to prevent the engine from the ground tothe blade tip with an operator presence sensing switch. gauge wheel in desired height of manual).
2. ment lift lever. 2. Use the slope guide provided at...
Operation Manual - Page 14
...operation you should be warmed up and begins to run
starter continuously for best engine performance (see "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service
and Adjustments section of fuel, it run out of this manual.
Place the motion control lever in operating... STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from several seconds to several attempts, move ...
Operation Manual - Page 15
..., select a ground speed that is clear of manual).
3. the second to the desired height.
• Do not mow grass when it should be purged after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move throttle control to dry before operating the tractor. 1. Allow grass to slow position. Regulate ground speed by placing freewheel control in disengaged...
Operation Manual - Page 16
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3 - Some adjustments will need to be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
16 Check brake operation. 3. Check for loose fasteners.
(_ S_ Zerk
(_Front ...must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual. If you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for proper operation. 5....
Operation Manual - Page 17
... BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). by the operator to drive in reverse should not...running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any maintenance.
TRACTOR
BLADE CARE
Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should neveroperate unless the operator...
Operation Manual - Page 18
...manual.
8. For accurate reading, tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before oil change if the tractor is not required for the life of operation (more frequentlyto avoid possible engine damage from running or while the transmission is on oil. NOTE: Operating...engine are not adjustable. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each eight (8) hours of operation and replace if...
Operation Manual - Page 20
& WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
1. Place attachment clutch in neutral position.
3. TO REMOVE MOWER
...• Goto other side of mower and disconnect
mower suspension arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C) from under tractor.
• ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Have a tight grip on level surface and engage parking ...
Operation Manual - Page 21
... suspension bracket (F). • Insert end of mower and position slot in the Operation section of tractor.
o If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and .... Lift rear corner of link (E) into hole in all mower pulley grooves. Work from left side of this manual.
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Operation Manual - Page 22
...so the tip is cutting lower.
2. Protect
your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine which side of mower. If adjustment is 1/8" to clear adjustment nut B.
Protect your hands with gloves and/or...MOWER
Make sure tires are equal. VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT
1. NOTE: Each full turn of tractor. • With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut A several turns to 1/2" lower...
Operation Manual - Page 24
...
24 is needed to mower deck
After above steps
until tractor does not move height to short against tractor chassis. 2. If tractor still creeps, repeat above adjustment is made, if the tractor ...chassis ground, away from Sears. Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2
inch in front of the BLACK
cable (D) to adjustment bolt, move forward or backward.
3.
Loosen adjustment bolt in the...
Operation Manual - Page 25
... install bulb
holder securely back into the hole in
the Operation section of the grill. 4.
However, minor adjustment may cause your transmission require removal for differences in front of tractor.
. BLACK cable first from chassis and then
from accidental grounding. 1. in the Repair Parts manual. Stand in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. ENGINE
TO...
Operation Manual - Page 27
... starter.
9 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
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 adjustment.
1 Brake pedal not depressed. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 3 Weak or dead battery. 4 Blown fuse. 5 Corroded...
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