Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 917.28914 Craftsman
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Operator's Manual ® LAWN 21.0 HE* TRACTO 46" Mower Electric Start Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28914 • EspaSol, p. 33 03131 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.
Warranty .................................................. 2 Safety Rules ................................................. 3 Product Specifications ............................. 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 7 Operation ........
_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.
81. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground_ If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
PRODUCT SPECIFiCATiONS Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30 (below 32°F OiICapacity: Wi Filter: 56 oz_ W!O Filter: 48 oz. Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") 3round Speed Forward: 0- 5.
Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys "<our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractorfrom the skid° _IbWARNING: Before starting, read, understand andfollow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual°Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
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 iPla4 6 G ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE .
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 control.
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.
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever° (J) % i: I. Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral position, 2. Release parking brake, 3. Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS)_ Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will sh.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for afew seconds, remove and read oil level.
PURGE TRANSMISSION _tbCAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time.
MAINTENANCE "' sEFO.E EVERY EW.Y EVE.Y EVE.V EVE.Y eEFOaE EACH B 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE use .ouRs .ou.s .ou.s HouRS Check Brake Operatior_ V' ! ,! Check Tire Pressure .... _#' I/ t i Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems : !A Check for Loose Fasteners _ .
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced° (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an au- tomotive charger will extend its tifeo , Keep battery and terminals clean. ° Keep battery bolts tight, , Keep small vent holes open.
ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter everyseason or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year,, AIR FILTER "(our engine wilt not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whicheveroccurs first.
CLEANING , Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and toss of d.
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJUR'._ BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2o Place motion control lever in neutral position. 3. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
3. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. 4o Repeat on opposite side of tractor.
TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSt shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly.
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level sur- face,. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1, Remove mowerfromtractor (See"TO RE- MOVE M OWER"in this section of manual).
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheels have a square key _ Do not Iose)_ 3. Repair tire and reassemble° NOTE; On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle.
REPLACING BATTERY &WARNING: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench orany other object to contact both terminals at the same time, Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more, WAR NING: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed PROBLEM Will not start 1 -lard to start Engine will not turn over 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ,, ,, ,, tO Sears service center Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIO. Engine clicks but 1 Weak or dead battery_ 1 Recharge or replace battery, will not start 2 Corroded batlery terminals.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Poor cut - uneven cutting Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 CAUSE Worn, bent or loose blade,, Mower deck not level.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed 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 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 an 1 CAUSE Bad battery cell(s).
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION PO ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ! 15 DEGREES MAX. _ ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
Garantia ...................................................................... 33 Reglas de Seguridad ...................................... 34 Especificaciones del Producto ............................ 37 Montaje/Pre Operaci6n ......................
_PELIGRO: Esta Maquina cortadora es capaz de amputar las manosy los pies y de lanzar objetos, sl no se observan las tnstrucclones de segurtdad slgulentes se pueden productr lesiones graves o la muerte.
• Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de modo que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar estando en unapendiente,, • No cortar la hierba mojada. Las ruedas pueden perder tracci6n. Poner siempre una marcha cuando se est& en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo_ • Evitar arrancar, pararse o girar en una pendi- ente.
• Mantener la m&quina tibre de hierba, hojas • u otros residuos acumulados° Limpiar las salpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar cualquier cosa mojada con carburante. Dejar que la m&quina se enfrie antes de guardarla° • Si se golpea un objeto ajeno, hay que pararse e inspeccionar la m&quina.
ESPECtFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Capacidad y Tipo 3 Galones de gasolina: Regular Sin Plomo Tipo de Aceite: SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F/0°C) (API-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (Debajo 32°F/0°C) Capacidad de Con filtro: 1,65L Aceite: Sin filtro: i ,4L Bujia: Champion RCI 2YC (Abertura: _030") Velocidad de Delante: 0 - 5.
Llaves Hoja de pendiente illl Llaves (2) Su tractor nuevo ha sido montado en la f&brica con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que no se han montado por razones de envio, HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS PARA EL MONTAJE Un juego de Uaves de tubo facilitar& el montaje.
AVISO: Ahora puede rodar o conducir su tractor fuera de la correderao Siga las siguientes instruc- ciones para remover ef tractor de la cerredera, _ADVERTENClA" Antes de empezar, leer, en- tender y seguir todas las instrucciones presentes en la secci6n de Operaciones de este manual.
Estos simbolos pueden aparecer sobre su tractor o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados, R N H L MARCHA ATRAS NEUTRO ALTO BAJO " 45 MOTOR MOTOR MOTO.
FAMILIARICESE CON SU TRACTOR LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURtDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajusteso Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro,, i: :ii! i iii i:i i! !i ilil iii! i! !iii= i ii !i! ii:!i ii:i : : .
La operaci6n de cualquier tractor puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en _stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojo.
PARA MOVERSE HACIA ADELANTE Y HACIA ATR/_S La direcci6n y la velocidad del movimiento son controladas por medio de la paianca de control de movimiento (J), 1.
FUNClONAMIENTO ATRAS Tu tractor est& equipado con el Sistema de Fun- cionamiento Atr_s (ROS). Cualquier tentativa del operador de viajar marcha atr&s con el embrague puesto apagar& el motor a menos que la !lave de ignici6n se ponga en la posici6n de "ON" del Re& ATENClON: Ir marcha atr_.
AGREGUE GASOLINA • Llene el estanque de combustible. Llene haste la parte inferior delcuello de relleno del estanque de gasolina, No Ioilene demasiado, Use gasolina regular, sin plomo, nueva y lim- pia con el minimo de 87 octanos.
PURGAR LA TRANSMISI6N _PRECAUCI6N: Nunca enganche o desen- ganche la palanca dot control de rueda Iibre cuando el motor esta funcionando. Para asegurar la operaci6n y ejecuci6n adecuada, es recomendad.
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TRACTOR Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cuando d6 mantenimiento° OPERACION DEL FRENO Si el tractor necesita m_,s de cinco (5) pies para detenerse a la m_ima velocidad al cambio m6s alto en un.
3. Enjuague la bateria con agua corriente y s_quelao 4. Umpie los terminates y los extremos del cable de la bateria con uncepillo dealambre hasta que queden brilfanteso 5. Cubra los terminales congrasa o parafina, 6. Reinstale la bateria (Vea "Reemplazar la Bateria" en la secci6n de Servicio y ajustes de este manual).
FILTRO DE ACEITE DEL MOTOR Cambie el filtro de aceite del motor cada tempo- rada ovez por medio que cambie el aceite, si el tractor se usa m&s de 100 horas en un aSor FtLTRO DE AIRE Su equipo no f.
Placa De Direcci6n_ Pedal Del Man( Puerto de Lavado Adaptador de Boq '_', _ PUNTOS DE ENGANCHE SISTEMA DE DIRECCION, SALPICADERO, GUARDABARROS ¥ SEGADORA NO MOSTRADOS • Mantenga las superficies pulidas y las ruedas sin derrames de gasolina, aceite, etc.
_, ADVERTENCIA:PARA EVITAR LESI6NES SERIAS, ANTES DE DAR CUALQUIER SERVICIO O DE HACER AJUSTES: 1o Presione el pedal del embragueifreno completamente y aplique el freno de estacionamiento, 2, Ponga la palanca de control de movimiento en la posici6n de neutro.
4_ 5. Realice el mismo procedimiento en el otro lado det tractor. FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de la pieza de uni6n (D) por encima de la clavija que hay en la barra posterior de la cortadora y fijela con una arandela y un resorte de contenci6n.
PARA NIVELAR LA SEGADORA Asegurese de que los neum#.ticos est6n inflados a la PSI que se indica en estoso Si est&n de- masiado inflados o poco inflados, el c_sped no le quedar& bien cortado, Io cual podr& flevado a pen- sar que la SEGADORA no est& bien reguladao REGULACION VISUAL DE LADe A LADe 1.
PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA DE IMPULSION DE LA CUCHILLA SEGADORA La correa de impulsi6n de la cuchilla segadora se puede cambiar sin herramientas, Estacione el tractor en una superficie nivetada.
IMPRESION / INCLINACION DE LAS RUEDAS DELANTERAS La impresi6n e inclinaci6n de las ruedas delan- teras de su nuevo tractor vienen asi de f&brica y son normales.
REEMPLAZAR LA BATERIA _ADVERTENCIA: No haga cortocircuito con los terminales de ta bateria al permitir que una Ilave de tuerca o cualquier otro objeto entre en contacto con ambos terminales a la misma vez, Antes de instalar la bateria remueva las pulseras de metal, los relojes de pulsera de metal, los anillos, etc.
lnmediatamente prepare su tractor para el al- macenamiento al final de la temporada o si el tractor no se va a usar pot 30 dias o m&so _DVERTENClA: Nunca almacene el tractor con gasolina en el estanque dentro de un edificio ' en donde los gases pueden alcanzar una llama expuesta o una chispa.
IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Ve.ar! a secci6n apropiadae n el manual a menosque est_ dirigido a un centre de servicioSears. PROBLEMA No arranca Difici| de arrancar El motor no la vuelta Et motor suena pero no arranca P_rdtda de fuerza CAUSA ,, ,J _,L_'_L'_ ,,,.
1DENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a manes que est_ dirigido a un centre de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA P_rdlda de fuerza (stgue) Vibracibn excesiva El motor continua func.
IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea ta secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA Las luz (ces) de lantera(s) no funcio- nando La bateria no carga P_.
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GU|A SUGERIDA PARA MEDIR LAS PENDIENTES CON LA VISTA PARA UNA OPERACION SEGURA SOLAMENTE ANDE CUESTA ARRIBA O CUESTA ABAJO Y NO ATRAVIESE EL CERRO f 15 GRADOS MAX.
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