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Operator's Manual
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GAR TRACTO
26.0 HR* 54" Mower
Electric Start
6 Speed Transaxle
Model No.
917.28945
, Espaflol, p. 36
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
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 - 5
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Warranty .................................................. 2 Maintenance .......................................... 20 Safety Rules ............................................ 3 Service and Adjustments ....................... 25 Product Specifications ................................... 6 Storage .................................................. 30 Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 8 Troubleshooting ..................................... 31 Operation ............................
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_IbDANGER: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 materialtoward tal starting when setting up, transporting, anyone. Avoid discharging material adjusting or making repairs, always discon- against a wall or obstruction. Material nect spark plug wire and place wire where may ricochet back toward the
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!1. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off° They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with safe control and tip-over accidents, which can machine operation, Children who have result in severe injury or death. Operation been given rides in the past may suddenly on all slopes requires extra caution. If you appear in the mowing area for another cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy ride and be run ove
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• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim • If you strike a foreign object, stop and of the fuel tank or container opening at inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, all times until fueling is complete. Do not before restarting. use a nozzle lock-open device° • Never make any adjustments or repairs ° iffuelisspilled on clothing, change cloth- with the engine running. ing immediately. • Checkgrasscatchercomponentsandthe , Never overfilt fuel tank. Replace gas cap discharge chute frequently and
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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 4 Gallons Resources Code). Other states may have and Type: Unleaded Regular similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal Oil Type SAE 10W30(above 32°F) lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30(below 32°F available through your nearest Sears set€ice center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). Oil Capacity: 64 oz Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC REPAIR PRO
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(I) Wheel _1_'_ Mower Front Wheel (1) Locknut 3/8-16 (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) 1-1/40,D. Washer Mower _(t) Front Link (J_. (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/1 6 (I) 314 O.Do Washers S __j. (1) Anti-Swar Bar (2) Small Retainer Springs - 5/16 (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (5) 1-3/16 O,Do Washers Slope Sheet (2) Keys (i) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 7
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness_ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 2. Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a comfortable position is reached A socket wrench set will make assembly which allows you to press clutch/brake easier.
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TURN STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND _CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded 3. POSITION MOWER Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it and engage in lowest position° Lift lever is • located on left side of fender. will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector shield (Q) to the right. Lift Front Lever ( ,) . ASSEMBLE FRONT GAUGE WHEEL (W) TO FRONT OF MOWER Back Q. Deflector Shield 4. SLIDE MOWER UNDER TRACTOR • Bring belt forward an
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° Pivot the integrated washer end of anti- sway bar (S) towards mower deck bracket on right side of mower. Insert integrated washer end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket (D), Move mower as needed to insert integrated washer end of bar into rear mower bracket (D). . Secure with small washer and small retainer spring as shown, A. Mower Side Suspension Arms Qo Deflector Shield 5. INSTALLANTI-SWAY BAR (S) (IF EQUIPPED) Towards Towards i_ ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) Transaxle Mower Deck 90° End Integrated
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9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) - Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L), - Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M), ,./ ar Lift Link(s) I/ D. Right Side Rear Mower Bracket [ 'U. Hole 8 ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) M°Engine Clutch Pulley • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight forccard. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing • From front of tractor, insert rod end of in all mower pulley grooves and under front tink (E) through front hole in tractor mandrel cov
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE _'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were over-inflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct Before you operate your new tractor, we tire pressure is important for best cutting wish to assure that you receive the best performance. performance and satisfaction from this • Reduce tire pressure to PSt shown on tires. Quality Product° CHECK DECK LEVELNESS Please review the following checklist: For best cutting results, mower housing J" All assembly instructions have bee
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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, R N H L REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM EROS) ;r t LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER_ KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLLrrCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEETAWAY (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) DANGER indicates a haz
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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_ :: O3O65 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Stan- dards Institute° (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM raise and lower the mower or other attach- (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allo
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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. NOTE: Failureto movethrottle control between HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR half and full speed (fast) position, before TO SET PARKING BRAKE stopping, may cause engine to "backfire". You
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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever (J). 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 terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. 1o Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWE
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TO TRANSPORT REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by position. . When pushing or towing your tractor, be the operator to travel in the reverse direction sure gearshift lever is in neutral position. with the attachment clutch engaged will shut • Do not push or tow tractor at more than off the engine unless ignition key is placed five (5) MPH_ in the ROS "ON" position. NOTE: To protec
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ADD GASOLINE TO START ENGINE " Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take not overfill, Use fresh, clean, regular extra cranking time to move fuel from the unleaded gasoline with a minimum of tank to the engine. 87 octane° (Use of leaded gasoline will I. Siton seat in operating position, depress increase carbon and lead oxide deposits clutch/b rake pedal and set parking brake. and reduce valve life)_
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NOTE; If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. MOWING TIPS , Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mowershould be properly leveled for best mowing performance_ See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand sid
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MAINTENANCE B'E_o'RE '" EVEn'l EVEm' EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE SCHEDULE EACH _ 25 51:} t_0 SEASON STORAGE U_;E HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation 6_ Check T_ro P,eosoro V" _ t _iiii] i iiiiiiiiiii i]iiiiiiiiiiiiiii/iiii T Cheek Operator Presence &ROSsystems! _ i I I f I R I , I I ilLi::iil:iliii " A C V'_ Check/Replace Mower Blades .................. T Lubrication Chart 6/' 0 Check B.fie,_. LeVe, V'. R Clean Batlery andTermi,nals _' V I Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxfe C
