Craftsman 917.28015 Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual(RRFT$14RN°LAW TRACTO17.5 HR* 38" MowerElectric Start6 Speed TransaxleModel No.917.280155O0OThis product has a low emission

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated atthe factory for shipping purposes. Correcttire pressure is important for best cutting

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.RREVERSEOENGINE OFFLIGHTS ONNNE

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

SAFETYGLASSESThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

TO OPERATE MOWERYour tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attemptby the operator to leave the seat with theengine running

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVELThe engine in yourtractor has been shipped,from the factory, already filled with summerweight oil.1. C

MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when themower housing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for bestmowing performance. Se

MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORESCHEDULE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGEUSE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURSCheck Brake Operation _&apos

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when performingany maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet tostop at highest speed i

2. Rinsethebatterywithplainwateranddry.3. Clean terminals and batterycable endswith wire brush until bright.4. Coat terminalswithgreaseor petroleumjel

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using a dirtyair filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25hours of operation or every season. Servicepape

_) ARNING" TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANYSERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.2. Plac

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parked onlevel ground or driveway. Make suretires areproperly inflated (See side of tire for p

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVEBELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools. Park the tractor onlevel surface. Engage parking brake.BELT R

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU=TRAL ADJUSTMENTThe transaxle should be in neutral whenthe gear shift lever is in neutral (lock gate)position. The adjus

REPLACING BATTERY_,WARNING: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any other objectto contact both terminals at the same time.Before

Im mediately prepare you r tractor for storageat the end of the season or if the tractor willnot be used for 30 days or more._I_,WARNING: Never store

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSEWill not start 1 Out of fuel.2 Engine not

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerCAUSE1 Weak or dead battery.2 Corroded battery terminal

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMPoor cut =unevencuttingMower blades willnot rota

_IbDANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions coul

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss of drive Debris on steerin

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION,-,,,,,,,..,.,ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLco15 DEGREES MAX.i_ WARNING: To avoid se

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li. SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss ofcontrol and tip-over accidents, which canresult in severe injury or death. Operationon

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rimof the fuel tank or container opening atall times until fueling is complete. Do notuse a nozzle lock-open dev

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 1.25 Unleadedand Type: RegularOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F)API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°FOil Capacity: 48 oz.

!/ \\ I\ /SteeringWheel InsertSteering Wheel(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 4-_ Steering WheelAdapter(1) 5/16 Lock WasherI ... Il lI I Ste

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper

INSTALL SEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.1. Remove adjustment knobandflatwashersecuring seat to cardboard packing andset aside for ass