Craftsman 28974 Support Question
Craftsman 28974 Support Question
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Question posted by challenger3 on April 8th, 2013
Clutch Will Not Engage
after changing belt on tractor and re-installing belt guard, clutch will not engage. What is wrong?
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Related Craftsman 28974 Manual Pages
Operation Manual - Page 1
... this Owner's Manual. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As raled by the engine manulacturer Operator's Manual
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GARDE TRACTOR
28.0 HP,* 54" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission
Model No. 917.28974
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This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read...
Operation Manual - Page 6
... (See REPAIR PARTS manual).
That's the kind of professionalism you to time. Purchase your tractor. , Follow the instructions under"Mainte- CCA: Case size:
28 230 U1R
Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. We...800.4-MY-HOME®
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SEARS iNSTALLATION
SERVICE
For Sears professional installation of California the above 32°F) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F
Oil Capacity:
Wi Filter...
Operation Manual - Page 9
... forward before sliding mower under tractor until it slowly and engage in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor. CAUTION: Lift lever is
centered under tractor.
5. Slide mower under tractor. 4. kDOR do en la fa'brica _in embargo, se nor importancia _sen el combusSi el carburador de motor,
INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE
BELT
See MOWER AND DRIVE...
Operation Manual - Page 10
Lift rear corner of this manual.
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PARA REMO_ HACER REp/3 1. Repeat on rod and engage slowly. 16. Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M), IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in the Operation section of mower and position slot in tractor lift shaft suspension arm (L) and pivot link down to mower. Insert other end of link...
Operation Manual - Page 11
.... While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to purge the transmission
before you operate your tractor for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in this manual.
ruedas det_n asi...v' Engine oil is in "transmission engaged" position (see that the brake is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to PSI shown on your tractor, check to assure that all connections ...
Operation Manual - Page 12
...BATTERY
REVERSE
FORWARD
CRUISE CONTROL
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A3-rACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
KEEP AREA CLEAR
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CAUTION when used to the tractor and/or engine. WARNING indicates a hazard which , if not avoided, could...
Operation Manual - Page 13
...starting the engine. (C) PARKING BRAKE -
Locks clutch/ brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROLUsed for reverse movement of tractor. (L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL- Save this manual ... cuchilla no
la punta posteante del tractor. 8" o de calibre _ndole varias
de ajuste B. Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of tractor at - Used to engage the mower blades, or other powered...
Operation Manual - Page 14
... glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. NOTE: Failure to move attachment
clutch clutch lever to disengaged position
(m).
(1"_-t) CAltutatcchhment Engage Position
( I-_ ) Disengaged Position
GROUND DRIVE • To stop tractor com-
NOTE; Under certain conditions when
tractor is running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to "backfire". , Turn ignition key...
Operation Manual - Page 15
...8226; The average lawn should be cut position, gauge wheels should be used while mowing or transporting on a flat level surface.
1. Install gauge wheel in...tractor(en_ici6nOFRGire ci6nSTOPpare ierrelallavedel
ra decierredel tdesconectaerl odelacubierta,
.=ca,preferentetada. Conecte la de la segadora y ayudar a que i tractor. accesorio de est,, Ud.
Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch...
Operation Manual - Page 16
... ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position. TO OPERATE ON HILLS
_WARNING:
Do not drive up or down . 2. REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
Your tractor is necessary to
reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. ment clutch engaged, should change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in freewheeling position. TO TRANSPORT
When pushing or towing your...
Operation Manual - Page 17
...tractor is fully in temperatures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to primary (as shown in the
transmission engaged...tractor to be used within 30 days to primary
position. Drain the gas tank, start
attempt. Never use gasoline near an open flame. Move attachment clutch... instale ...changes in slowly. . Reserve Fuel Valve
@
Primary
TO START ENGINE When starting ....
Operation Manual - Page 18
... running . Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough speed to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of the tractor.
with engine off and parking brake set parking brake. 6+ Engagetransmissionbyplacingfreewheel
control in engaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). 7. Disen_gage parking brake. NOTE: Service reminder...
Operation Manual - Page 20
... your tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. • The engine should shut off the engine.
° When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any... vent holes open or remove caps or covers. Remove blade bolt by the manufacturer of this manual). Install and tighten blade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft.
V, LA SEGAD
Ajustes de • El lado...
Operation Manual - Page 23
....
5. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of its deck wash system. Remain in mower with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is equipped with your garden hose to a level, clear spot on the nozzle.
10...
Operation Manual - Page 26
... grass clippings
which may have accumulated around idler pulleys (S) as shown.
2. Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M), IMPORTANT" Check belt for proper routing in this section of left footrest. Engage belt tension rod (14) on bottom of manual). Engage parking brake. For ease of tractor. 4. CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded, Have a firm grip on rod and release...
Operation Manual - Page 27
... tire sealant from tractor rear to be serviced. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to
front, over the steering plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J). 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
The front wheel toe-in this manual). BELT INSTALLATION 1. Install new belt from Sears. Carefully work belt down and engage parking brake...
Operation Manual - Page 31
...reptace battery.
4 Replace fuel filter.
5 Empty fue! lpezar, leer, Jcciones aciones de tractor est6 en so qua la zona _tras personas
"RACTOR A (Vea la ra la Iocalitroles).... 7 Carburetor out of adjustment.
8 Engine valves out of adjustment.
1 Brake pedal not depressed. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 3 Weak or dead battery° 4 Blown fuse. 5 Corroded batten/termfnals. 6 Loose or damaged wiring....
Operation Manual - Page 32
..., 2 Contact a Sears or other
attachment clutch
engaged
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Excessive vibration 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel.
1 Replace blade. I4 Carburetor out of adjustment. 15 Engine valves out of mower housing.
4 Clean/replace air fitter,
5 Low oil fevel/dirty oil.
5 Check oil level/change oil,
6 Faulty spark plug...
Operation Manual - Page 34
"engaged" position.
2 Motion drive belt worn, damaged, 2 Replace motion drive belt. Engine throttle control not se' between
half and full speed (!ast) position..."backfires" when turning engine "OFF"
Air trapped in transmission
3 Purge transmission. Engine dies when tractor is engaged. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:
See appropriate PROBLEM Loss of drive
section in manual unless directed to ROS"ON"
...
Operation Manual - Page 72
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