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... product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer 425706 Rev. 3 Operator's Manual CRRFf$14RH° LAW TRACTO 20.0 HP,*42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28910 • EspaSol, p. 34 03131 This...
... product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman IL 60179 U.S.A. *As rated by the engine manufacturer 425706 Rev. 3 Operator's Manual CRRFf$14RH° LAW TRACTO 20.0 HP,*42" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28910 • EspaSol, p. 34 03131 This...
Operation Manual
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... Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 8 Operation 11 Maintenance Schedule 18 Maintenance 18 Service and Adjustments 22 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RiDiNG EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, Warranty will NOT pay for: • ..., call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to be used for five years This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will of the Frame and Front Axle for commercial or rental purposes...
... Rules 3 Product Specifications 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation 8 Operation 11 Maintenance Schedule 18 Maintenance 18 Service and Adjustments 22 Storage 28 Troubleshooting 29 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RiDiNG EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, Warranty will NOT pay for: • ..., call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to be used for five years This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will of the Frame and Front Axle for commercial or rental purposes...
Operation Manual
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Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for and...; Follow a regular schedule in the Agreement: • Expert service byour 12,000 profesional repair specialists. Purchase your tractor properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed... water heaters, and other qualified service center. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Product replacement if your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you to help...
Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for and...; Follow a regular schedule in the Agreement: • Expert service byour 12,000 profesional repair specialists. Purchase your tractor properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type API-SG-SL): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed... water heaters, and other qualified service center. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Product replacement if your tractor. • Follow the instructions under "Mainte- SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE meeting applicable local or state laws (if any problem you to help...
Operation Manual
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...leak" power. 1. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at least once a year if the tractor is used more freely when warm. • Catch oil in one year. Check the crankcase ... ends with a wire brush or compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. 20 Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in one year. Should the transaxle ever leak or...the factory and fluid maintenance is in cold weather, they begin to your nearest Sears or other materials. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before removing. ...
...leak" power. 1. TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at least once a year if the tractor is used more freely when warm. • Catch oil in one year. Check the crankcase ... ends with a wire brush or compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. 20 Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in one year. Should the transaxle ever leak or...the factory and fluid maintenance is in cold weather, they begin to your nearest Sears or other materials. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expected before removing. ...
Operation Manual
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...stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to right) when wheels are positioned I . Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal BELT ...pedal all belt guides and keepers. 7. Carefully work belt down and engage parking brake. 2. Remove belt downward from tractor. Park tractor on centerspan idler (C). 5. straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the disengaged position. Make sure ...
...stationary idler (A) and clutching idler (B). 6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to right) when wheels are positioned I . Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal BELT ...pedal all belt guides and keepers. 7. Carefully work belt down and engage parking brake. 2. Remove belt downward from tractor. Park tractor on centerspan idler (C). 5. straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the disengaged position. Make sure ...
Operation Manual
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...leaks, purchase and use your battery is trying to start the engine, it is too weak to short against tractor chassis. 2. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from Sears. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Block up axle securely. 2. Do not lose). Replace washers and snap ...retaining ring securely in that position and turn engine off. 4. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. If tractor still creeps, repeat above ...
...leaks, purchase and use your battery is trying to start the engine, it is too weak to short against tractor chassis. 2. BLACK cable first from chassis and then from Sears. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. 4. Block up axle securely. 2. Do not lose). Replace washers and snap ...retaining ring securely in that position and turn engine off. 4. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. If tractor still creeps, repeat above ...
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... 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 10 Engine valves out of adjustment. 9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 10 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Dirty air filter. 2 Bad spark plug. 1 Clean/replace air filter. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 Weak ...gasoline. 6 Check all wiring. 7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Engine valves out of adjustment. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1 Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 2 Disengage attachment ...
... 9 Carburetor out of adjustment. 10 Engine valves out of adjustment. 9 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 10 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Dirty air filter. 2 Bad spark plug. 1 Clean/replace air filter. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 Weak ...gasoline. 6 Check all wiring. 7 See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service and Adjustments section. 8 Engine valves out of adjustment. 8 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1 Depress clutch/brake pedal. 2 Attachment clutch is engaged. 2 Disengage attachment ...
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... section in manual unless directed to 1 Faulty operator-safety presence run when operator control system. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Contact a Sears or other 30 leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Connect & tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air... dirty fuel. Replace damaged parts. 1 Check wiring, switches and connections. Excessive vibration 15 Engine valves out of adjustment. Engine continues to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. ...
... section in manual unless directed to 1 Faulty operator-safety presence run when operator control system. Tighten blade bolt. 2 Contact a Sears or other 30 leaves seat with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. 10 Connect & tighten spark plug wire. 11 Clean engine air... dirty fuel. Replace damaged parts. 1 Check wiring, switches and connections. Excessive vibration 15 Engine valves out of adjustment. Engine continues to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. ...
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...damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. 3 Frozen idler pulley. 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Frozen blade mandrel. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 5 Clean around mandrels to...Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 8 Mower drive belt worn. 7 Clean underside of mower housing. 4 Bent blade mandrel. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Engine speed too slow. 1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2 Travel speed too fast. 2 Shift to ...
...damaged mower drive belt. 2 Replace mower drive belt. 3 Frozen idler pulley. 3 Replace idler pulley. 4 Frozen blade mandrel. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 5 Clogged mower deck vent from build-up of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. 5 Clean around mandrels to...Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 8 Mower drive belt worn. 7 Clean underside of mower housing. 4 Bent blade mandrel. 4 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Engine speed too slow. 1 Place throttle control in "FAST" position. 2 Travel speed too fast. 2 Shift to ...
Operation Manual
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... and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1 Reverse operation system (ROS) 1 Turn ignition key to Sears service center PROBLEM Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Bad battery cell(s). 2 Poor cable connections. 1 Replace battery. 2 Check...
... and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. 1 Reverse operation system (ROS) 1 Turn ignition key to Sears service center PROBLEM Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Bad battery cell(s). 2 Poor cable connections. 1 Replace battery. 2 Check...
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...manualsonline. For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to help with home projects. For Sears professional installation of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it!...and water heaters. 1-800-4-1VlY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com Anytime, day or night (U.S.A. of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call or go on a product serviced by Sears: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-800-361-6665 (Canada) Para pedir servicio...