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Operator's Manual
CRAFTSMAN °
LAW TRACTOR
19.5 HR* 42" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No,
917.28907
, EspaSoI, p. 33
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This product has a low emission engine which operates I
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. I
iMPORTANT:
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
Read and follow all Safety
1-800 -659-5917
Rules and instructions before
Sears Craftsman Help Line
operating this equipment.
5 am
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Maintenance .......................................... 17 Warranty .................................................. 2 Safety Rules ............................................ 3 Service and Adjustments ....................... 21 Product Specifications ............................. 6 Storage .................................................. 27 Assembty/Pre-Operation ......................... 7 Troubleshooting ..................................... 28 Sears Service ......................... Back
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_I_,DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _WARNING: In order to prevent acciden- Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material tal starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always discon- against a wall or obstruction. Material nect spark plug wire and place wire where may ricochet back toward th
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II.SLOPE OPERATION Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes areamajor factor related tolossof be seriously injured or interfere with safe control andtip-over accidents, which can machine operation. Children who have result insevere injury ordeath. Operation been given rides in the past may suddenly onallslopes requires extra caution. If you appear in the mowing area for another cannot back upthe slope or ifyou feet uneasy ride and be run over or backed ov
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Keep thenozzle incontact withtherim Ifyoustrike aforeign object, stopand ofthefueltankorcontainer opening at inspectthe machine. Repair, ifnecessary, alltimes until fueling iscomplete. Donot before restarting. useanozzle lock-open device. Never make anyadjustments orrepairs Iffuel isspilled onclothing, change cloth- withtheengine running. ingimmediately. Check grass catcher components and the Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap discharge chute frequently andreplace andtighten securely. wit
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PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons Resources Code). Other states may have and Type: Unleaded Regular similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) available through your nearest Sears service API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below32°F center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 56 oz. W/O Filter: 48 oz. REPAIR PR
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Steering Wheel / \ J i (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel insert Fiat Washer Steering Wheel (1) Hex Bolt // I I _ , '%z j Steering - / Steering Wheel "_<- .... Extension Adapter Steering Boot Shaft Seat (1) Washer \ (1) Seat _ .......... jJ (1) Hex Bolt Slope Sheet ForFutureUse Key(s) Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you asse
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INSTALL STEERING WHEEL BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR 3. Position front wheels of the tractor so FROM SKID they are pointing straight forward. TO CHECK BATTERY 4. Remove steering wheel adapter from 1. Lift seat to raised position. steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after 5. Position steering wheel so cross bars month and year indicated on label (label is are horizontal (left to right) and slide located between terminals) charge batt
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7. Lower seatintooperating position and Vf CHECKLIST sitonseat. Press clutch/brake pedal all thewaydown. Ifoperating position isnot Before you operate your new tractor, we comfortable, adjust seat. wish to assure that you receive the best TO ADJUST SEAT performance and satisfaction from this Grasp adjustment handle and pull up, slide Quality Product. seat to desired position and release adjust- Please review the following checklist: ment handle. vf All assembly instructions have been completed.
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These symbols may appear onyour tractor orinliterature supplied withtheproduct. Learn andunderstand theirmeaning. R N H L Ikl REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM(ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL m ®@@@@ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY RULE
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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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 03078 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other attach- and stopping the eng
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the se
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TO MOVE FORWARD AND For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in heightshoutd be mowed twice. Make BA CKWA RD the first cut relatively high; the second to The direction and speed of movement desired height. controlled by the gearshift lever (J). TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terra
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TO OPERATE ON HILLS _;_WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before start- ing up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake posi- tion and engage parking brake. • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor REVERSE OPERAT
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 3. Move attachment clutch to disengaged position. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 4. Move throttle control to choke position. The engine in your tractor has been shipped, NOTE: Before starting, read the warm from the factory, already filled with summer and cold starting procedures below. weight oil. 5. Insert key into ignition and turn key 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level clockwise to start position and release ground. key as soon as engine starts. Do not 2. Remove oil
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MOWING TiPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform c
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EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH EVERY 8 EVERY 25 EVERY 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE SOURS .OURS SOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades _3 ] Lubrication Chart v' 0 Check Battery Level ,_4 R Clean Battery andTerminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Enqine Oil Level _ t,z Chanqe Enqine Oil (with oil filter) _
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TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when performing anymaintenance. When the engine is running with the ignition BRAKE OPERATION switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt Iftractor requires more thanfive(5)feetto by the operator to drive in reverse should stopathighest speed inhighest gearona shut off the engine. level, dryconcrete orpaved surface, then When the engine is running with the ignition brake must beserviced.
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BATTE RY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, they will result in increased oil consumption periodic charging of the battery with an au- when used above 32°R Check your engine tomotive charger will extend its life. oil level more frequently to avoid possible Keep battery and terminals clean. engine damage from running low on oil. Keep battery bolts tight. Ch
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ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEANING Replace the engine oil filter every season or • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. every other oil change if the tractor is used of alt foreign matter. • Clean debris from steering plate. more than 100 hours in one year. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal AIR FILTER shaft movement, causing belt slip and Your engine will not run properly using loss of drive. a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more _, CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and often under dusty
