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Operator's Manual
CRAFTSMAN °
LAW TRACTOR
26.0 HR* 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28990
, EspaSol, p. 35
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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.
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Maintenance ........................................ 19 Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments ..................... 24 Product Specifications ........................... 6 Storage ................................................ 29 Assembty/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 30 Sears Service ........................ Back Cover Operation
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_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. Never direct discharged material toward _WARNING: In order to prevent acci- anyone. Avoid discharging material dental starting when setting up, transport- against a wall or obstruction. Material ing, adjusting or making repairs, always may ricochet back toward the operator. disconnect spark plug wire and place wi
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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 totoss of be seriously injured or interfere with control andtip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation. Children who result insevere injury ordeath. Opera- have been given rides in the past may tiononallslopes requires extra caution. If suddenly appear in the mowing area for you cannot back up the slope or if you feet another ride and be run over or backed une
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Check their proper operation regularly. Remove gas-powered equipment from Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or thetruckortrailer andrefuel itonthe other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel ground. Ifthisisnotpossible, then spillage and remove any fuel-soaked refuel such equipment withaportable debris. Allow machine to cool before container, rather than fromagasoline storing. dispenser nozzle. If you strike a foreign object, stop and Keep thenozzle incontact withtherim inspect the machine. Repai
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In the state of California the above is PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS required by taw (Section 4442 of the Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons California Public Resources Code). Other and Type: Unleaded Regular states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar- Oil Type SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) rester for the muffler is available through API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 your nearest Sears service center (See (below 32°F) REPAIR PARTS manual). Oil Capacity: w/Filter: 61 oz REPAIR PROTECTION Spark
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Mower Front Wheel (1)Wheel@ @ (1) Locknut 3/8-16 (1) 1-1/40.D. Washer Mower (1) Front Link (_. (5) Large Retainer Springs - 7/16 (1) Anti-Swar Bar (1) 3/40.D. Washers (2) Small Retainer Springs - 5/16 (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (3) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers Mower Install Slope Sheet (2) Keys Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use
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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembted for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Pliers (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off When right or left hand is mentioned in the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction this manual, it means, from your point o
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iNSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT AS- SEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly. Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake. 1. Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position. _, CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly and engage in lowest position. 2. Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side - Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of
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13. Disengage belt tension rod(K)from lock- ingbracket (L). 14. Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). IMPORTANT: Check belt forproper routing inallmower pulley grooves. 10. Turn steering wheel toposition wheels straight forward. 11. ATTACH FRONT LINK (E)-Work from leftsideoftractor. Insert rodendoflink assembly through front hole intractor front suspension bracket (F)andsecure withretainer spring (G)through hole in 15. Engage belt tension rod(K)onlocking linklocated behind thebracket. _ br
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ,/'CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were ovednflated Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. cutting performance. Please review the following checklist: * Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on J" All assembly instructions have been tires. completed. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS J" No remaining loose part
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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 I\1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) , CLUTCH/BRAKE CRUISECONTROL LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL @@@@@ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFETY
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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. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the head- to raise and lower the mower or other at- lights on and off. tachments mounte
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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 Turn ignition key (F) to "STOP" position TO SET PARKING BRAKE and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unau- Your tractor is equip
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1. Start tractor and release parking brake. The average lawn should be cutto approxi- 2. Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse mately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season (L) drive pedal to begin movement. and to over 3 inches during hot months. Ground speed increases the further For healthier and better looking lawns, down the pedal is depressed. mow often and after moderate growth. For best cutting performance, grass TO USE CRUISE CONTROL over 6 inches in height should be The cruise control fea
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TOSTOP MOWER BLADES - TO OPERATE ON HILLS disengage attachment clutch control. _WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do CAUTION: Donotoperate themower not drive across any slope. Use the slope without either theentire grass catcher, guide provided at the back of this manual. onmowers soequipped, orthedeflector * Choose the slowest speed before start- shield (S)inplace. ing up or down hills. Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. If stopping is absolutely ne
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SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel Service reminder shows the total number next season. See Storage instructions for additional information. Never use engine of hours the engine has run and flashes to or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel indicate that the engine or mower needs tank or permanent damage may occur. servicing. When service is required, the service reminder wilt flash for two hours. TO START ENGINE To service engine and mower, see the When start
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move Before driving theunitincoldweather, the throttle control to half (1/2) speed. transmission should bewarmed upasfollows: Disengage parking brake. 1. Besure thetractor isonlevel ground. 8. Drive tractor forward for approximately 2. Release theparking brake andtetthe five feet then backwards for five feet. brake slowly return tooperating position. 3. Allow oneminute fortransmission to Rep
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation If I_ T Check Tire Pressure ..11_ I_ Check Operator Presence & ROS System_ R v' v" Check for Loose Fasteners if A C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart v' 0 Check Battery Level i,,'4 R Clean Batte_ and Terminals v' Check Transaxle Cooling V Check Mower Levelness V Check V-Belts V Check Engine Oil Level I1_ I_ _1.2 Chanqe Enqine Oil (with oil filter) _#'1.2 v' Chan_e Engine Oil !without oil filter [,_EClean Air Filter V, G Clean Air Screen I In
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TRACTOR • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position Always observe safety rules when per- and the attachment clutch engaged, forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to BLADE CARE stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then For best results mower blades must be sharp. brake must be serviced. (See
