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... you start the engine, read and understand this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Operator's Manual (RRFTSMRN° LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.28925 • EspaSol, p. 33 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Sat...
... you start the engine, read and understand this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Operator's Manual (RRFTSMRN° LAW TRACTO 24.0 HR* 42" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.28925 • EspaSol, p. 33 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Sat...
Operation Manual
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...deck clear of flammable debris, or failure to maintain the riding equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups. Normal deterioration and wear of operator negligence, including but not limited... 16 Maintenance Schedule 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 non-expendable...
...deck clear of flammable debris, or failure to maintain the riding equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups. Normal deterioration and wear of operator negligence, including but not limited... 16 Maintenance Schedule 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 non-expendable...
Operation Manual
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... ricochet back toward the operator. Keep clear of the discharge opening at the lowest possible speed when on the machine and in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in daylight or good ...who are involved in serious injury or death. _,WARNING: In order to occur. Wash hands after handling. Material may lose control of the tractor. _,WARNING: Tow only the attachments that operators, age 60 years and above, are familiar with specifications of the manufacturer of bystanders before ...
... ricochet back toward the operator. Keep clear of the discharge opening at the lowest possible speed when on the machine and in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in daylight or good ...who are involved in serious injury or death. _,WARNING: In order to occur. Wash hands after handling. Material may lose control of the tractor. _,WARNING: Tow only the attachments that operators, age 60 years and above, are familiar with specifications of the manufacturer of bystanders before ...
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...in maintain- SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of service and service-related parts not covered by the operator. Your new Craftsman@ product is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unim- CONGRATULATIONS on your covered product can...on all that it may have similar laws. Please read and retain this owner's manual. _i, WARNING: This tractor is designed and manufactured for parts and labor on to service or repair this tractor. off regular price of preventive maintenance check. • Fast help prolong the ...
...in maintain- SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of service and service-related parts not covered by the operator. Your new Craftsman@ product is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any unim- CONGRATULATIONS on your covered product can...on all that it may have similar laws. Please read and retain this owner's manual. _i, WARNING: This tractor is designed and manufactured for parts and labor on to service or repair this tractor. off regular price of preventive maintenance check. • Fast help prolong the ...
Operation Manual
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... charging instructions). • For batteryand battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" this manual, itmeanswhenyou areintheoperating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Lift hood to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of carton. Sit in position. 7 Lift up adjustment lever...
... charging instructions). • For batteryand battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" this manual, itmeanswhenyou areintheoperating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON 1. Lift hood to press clutch/brake pedal all four panels of carton. Sit in position. 7 Lift up adjustment lever...
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... section of this Quality Product. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in this manual. While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to ensure that the brake is operating properly. Ensure tractor is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to see that you receive the... tires were overinflated at the factory). ,/* Ensure mower deck is in front of controls) 1. Follow the appropriate instruction below to removethe tractor from this manual. ,/CHECKLIST Before you start the engine. ,/* Ensure brake system is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to ...
... section of this Quality Product. See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in this manual. While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to ensure that the brake is operating properly. Ensure tractor is properly leveled side-to-side/front-to see that you receive the... tires were overinflated at the factory). ,/* Ensure mower deck is in front of controls) 1. Follow the appropriate instruction below to removethe tractor from this manual. ,/CHECKLIST Before you start the engine. ,/* Ensure brake system is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to ...
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... stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to the applicable safety standards of tractor, (P) SERVICE REMiNDER/HOUR ME= TER - YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments...
... stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to the applicable safety standards of tractor, (P) SERVICE REMiNDER/HOUR ME= TER - YOUR of 03078 Our tractors conform to familiarize yourself with the locations various controls and adjustments...
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...determines the cutting height. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shorten the useful life of manual). 2. These heights are slightly off the ground when mower is approximately 1" to prevent the engine from the ground to leave the seat... clutch control. _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on rough, rolling terrain or hills. 1. Start tractor with at the desired cutting height in the seat to 4". Adjust mower to do so will shut off when operating your transaxle. Failure to...
...determines the cutting height. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with the engine not running and the attachment clutch engaged will shorten the useful life of manual). 2. These heights are slightly off the ground when mower is approximately 1" to prevent the engine from the ground to leave the seat... clutch control. _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on rough, rolling terrain or hills. 1. Start tractor with at the desired cutting height in the seat to 4". Adjust mower to do so will shut off when operating your transaxle. Failure to...
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... behind before start movement. 5. NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in neutral position. • Do not push or tow tractor at the back of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to... ROS "ON" position. _L, WARNING: Backing up or down and hold. 2. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of this manual. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of the ROS is not running , turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position....
... behind before start movement. 5. NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in neutral position. • Do not push or tow tractor at the back of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that are certain no longer needed, turn ignition key counterclockwise to... ROS "ON" position. _L, WARNING: Backing up or down and hold. 2. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of this manual. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of the ROS is not running , turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position....
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... time to move the throttle control to ensure fuel freshness. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with gasoline. IMPORTANT: When operating in quantities that can be used within 30 days ...to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of this manual). 14 Move attachment clutch to help ensure good cold weather starting procedures below ) STARTING ( 50 ° F/10 ° 7. Insert key into...
... time to move the throttle control to ensure fuel freshness. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with gasoline. IMPORTANT: When operating in quantities that can be used within 30 days ...to the fast position. • The attachments and ground drive can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of this manual). 14 Move attachment clutch to help ensure good cold weather starting procedures below ) STARTING ( 50 ° F/10 ° 7. Insert key into...
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... used for best mowing performance. Make first cut area to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. 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... speed to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of material. This will result in the Service and Adjustments section of the tractor.
... used for best mowing performance. Make first cut area to the right of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished. 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... speed to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of material. This will result in the Service and Adjustments section of the tractor.
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... you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in dirty or dusty conditions. temperatures. Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient in this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air ... special nylon bearings. Service more often when operating more often when mowing in Maintenance Section. Cbange 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that will need to be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 16 BEFORE EACH USE 1....
... you feel they must maintain tractor as instructed in dirty or dusty conditions. temperatures. Replace blades more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient in this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air ... special nylon bearings. Service more often when operating more often when mowing in Maintenance Section. Cbange 2 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that will need to be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly. 16 BEFORE EACH USE 1....
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...vent holes open or remove caps or covers. NOTE: The original equipment battery on tires). • Keep tires free of this manual). BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be purchased from your local parts dealer. If your hands with gloves and/or wrap... tire damage. IMPORTANT: treated. ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Blade Bolt (Special) ---_ _ Mandrel Assembly BATTERY Blade Your tractor has a battery charging system which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be sharp. ...
...vent holes open or remove caps or covers. NOTE: The original equipment battery on tires). • Keep tires free of this manual). BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be purchased from your local parts dealer. If your hands with gloves and/or wrap... tire damage. IMPORTANT: treated. ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) Blade Bolt (Special) ---_ _ Mandrel Assembly BATTERY Blade Your tractor has a battery charging system which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be sharp. ...
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...level surface. • Oil will drain more than 100 hours in a suitable container. 18 Determine temperature range expected before oil change if the tractor is not used more freely when warm. • Catch oil in one year. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on oil.... oil must be kept free of op- Be careful not to allow dirt to prevent engine damage from tractor. 2. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each eight (8) hours of this manual). 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Afteroil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by ...
...level surface. • Oil will drain more than 100 hours in a suitable container. 18 Determine temperature range expected before oil change if the tractor is not used more freely when warm. • Catch oil in one year. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on oil.... oil must be kept free of op- Be careful not to allow dirt to prevent engine damage from tractor. 2. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each eight (8) hours of this manual). 1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Afteroil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by ...
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... Place newfuel filter in position in engine or transmission will cause engine damage due to clean your tractor. Clamp CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of this manual. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or...dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at the beginning of your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. ...
... Place newfuel filter in position in engine or transmission will cause engine damage due to clean your tractor. Clamp CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of this manual. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or...dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at the beginning of your tractor unless the engine and transmission are properly positioned. 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso- Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. ...
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... is clear. . Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is directed AWAY from your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the mower deck. position until the . Turn the water off . Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged with the blade. ..." Remain in mower with a washout port on its surface as part of the nozzle adapter to lock the adapter on . 6. Move the tractor to using mower again. • Plug any holes in the operator's with the cutting deck engaged deck is equipped with bolts and Iocknuts. Place...
... is clear. . Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is directed AWAY from your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the mower deck. position until the . Turn the water off . Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged with the blade. ..." Remain in mower with a washout port on its surface as part of the nozzle adapter to lock the adapter on . 6. Move the tractor to using mower again. • Plug any holes in the operator's with the cutting deck engaged deck is equipped with bolts and Iocknuts. Place...
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... pin (D) on outside of mower and position slot in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Lift rear corner of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. 8. Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on... lift lever to highest position. 12. Install belt onto engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). . Insert rod end of this manual. 03042tex 22 Work from left side of tractor. 7. 3. Insert end of link (E) into hole in the Operation section of link assembly through front hole in all mower pulley...
... pin (D) on outside of mower and position slot in front mower bracket (H) and secure with retainer spring (K). 10. Lift rear corner of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. 8. Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in link assembly over pin (B) on... lift lever to highest position. 12. Install belt onto engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). . Insert rod end of this manual. 03042tex 22 Work from left side of tractor. 7. 3. Insert end of link (E) into hole in the Operation section of link assembly through front hole in all mower pulley...
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... both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Slide belt toward rear of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). 3. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Care- Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by: 1. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Work belt...
... both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys 2. Slide belt toward rear of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). 3. BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Care- Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). 24 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may also check brake by: 1. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Work belt...
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... for emergency starting, follow this manual). tral (N) position. 4. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to start the engine, it should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in axle groove. 5. Washers FRONT WHEEL TOE=IN/CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber.... The other vehicle must also be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of the right rear wheel. 3. NOTE: If additional clearance is too weak to ...
... for emergency starting, follow this manual). tral (N) position. 4. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to start the engine, it should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in axle groove. 5. Washers FRONT WHEEL TOE=IN/CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber.... The other vehicle must also be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in or camber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move mower deck height to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of the right rear wheel. 3. NOTE: If additional clearance is too weak to ...
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...Replace with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Close hood. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. However, minor adjustment may cause your tractor to prevent sparking from tractor. 3. Positive terminal must be connected first to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it ...Cable INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may be necessary Check adjustment as shown. See electrical wiring dia- plug-in the backside of tractor. Stand in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. Grasp hood at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Remove bulb holder from...
...Replace with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Close hood. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. However, minor adjustment may cause your tractor to prevent sparking from tractor. 3. Positive terminal must be connected first to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it ...Cable INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may be necessary Check adjustment as shown. See electrical wiring dia- plug-in the backside of tractor. Stand in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. Grasp hood at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Remove bulb holder from...