Craftsman 917.28746- Manual

II .ICHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: ~ All assembly instructions have been completed. ~ No remaining loose parts in carton. ~ Battery is properly ...

OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the lo...

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The position of the attachment lift lever (A)determines the cutting height. • Put attachment lift lever in desired cut- ting height slot. • Slide pointer tab (T) to desired cutting height as a reminder for next time youmow. The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1...

4. Move throttle control to fast position 5. Pull choke control out for a cold engine .start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not beneeded. NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. 6. Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to star...

MAINTENANCE ROS "ON" Position • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged,any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Rep...

Oil Drain Valve Change the oil after every 50 hours of op- eration or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.Check the crankcase oil level before start- ing the engine and after each eight (8)hours of operation. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expec...

A CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap bladewith heavy cloth. 2. Raise mower to its highest position. 3. At both sides of mower, position blade at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade to the ground. The distance should be the same on both sides...

Loosen jam nut A first NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".• Recheck measurements, adjust if nec- essary until front tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip. • Hold adjustment nut in position with wrench and tighten jam nut securely...

TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, thenbrake must be serviced. You may also check brake by: 1. Park tractor on alevel, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way dow...

STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- t~.r will not be used for 30 days or more. aWARNING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing...

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of poWer 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change (continued) spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Replace fuel filter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Empty fuel tank ...

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION - - - A WARNING: To avoid serious Injury, operate your tractor up anddown the face of slopes, never across the face. Po not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution ...