Craftsman 917.28861 Operator's Manual

Operator's ManualIIIIcRn nN°GARDEN TRACTOR26.0 HP,* 54" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.288611¸IMPORTANT:Read and foll

A. MowerSideSuspensionArmsQ. DeflectorShield5, INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S)(IF EQUIPPED)ANTI-SWAY BAR (S)_ Towards TowardsTransaxle MowerDeck90° End Inte

D. Mower Bracket'U. Hole8 ATTACH FRONT LINK (E)• Turn steering wheel to position wheelsstraight forward.• From front of tractor, insert rod end o

CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were over-inflatedatthe factory for shipping purposes. Correcttire pressure is important for best cutting

Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror inliterature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.R N HREVERSE NEUTRAL HIGHENGINE OFF REV

KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTORCompare the illustrations withyour tractor to familiarize

Theoperationofanytractorcanresultinforeignobjectsthrownintotheeyes,whichcanresultinsevereeyedamage.Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoperatingyo

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARDThe direction and speed of movement iscontrolled by the forward and reverse drivepedals.1. Start tractor and release parki

TO STOP MOWER BLADESDisengage attachment clutch control._OAUTION: Do not operate the mowerwithout either the entire grass catcher, onmowers so equippe

SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METERService reminder shows the total numberof hours the engine has run and flashes toindicate that the engine or mower needs se

6. Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to start position and releasekey as soon as engine starts. Do not runstarter continuously for more t

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

MOWING TIPS° Tire chains cannot be used when themower housing is attached to tractor,° Mower should be proper[yleveled for bestmowing performance. See

MAINTENANCESCHEDULEII iiiiiiii iCheck Brake OeeratfonRT CheekTire Pressure ...Cheek Operator Presence & ROS Systemsi Check far Loose FastenersC C

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

TOCLEANBATFERYANDTERMINALSCorrosionanddirtonthebatteryandtermi-nalscancausethebatteryto"leak"power.1. Removeterminalguard.2. DisconnectBLACK

AIR FILTERYour engine will not run properly using adirty air filter. Service paper cartridge everytwo months or every 25 hours of operation,whichever

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter,• Clean debris from steering plate.Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedalshaf

_ ARNING: TO AVOIDSERIOUSINJURY,BEFOREPERFORMINGANY SERVICEORADJUSTMENTS:t, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake,3, Place attachment

TO LEVEL MOWERMake sure tires are properly inflated to thePSI shown on tires. Iftires are over or underinflated, it may affect the appearance of yourl

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELTMOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL1. Park tractor on a level surface. Engageparking brake.2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowes

TO CHECK BRAKEIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet tostop at highest speed in highest gear on alevel, dry concrete or paved surface, thenbrake

_DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet andthrowing objects, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could

REPLACING BATTERY_LWARNING: Do notshort batteryterminalsby allowing a wrench or any other object tocontact both terminals at the same time,Before conn

Immediately prepare your tractor for storageat the end of the season or ifthe tractor willnAotbe used for 30 days or more.4BLWARNING: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWig not start 1 Out of fuel. I

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

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMPoor cut - unevencuttingMower blades well 1not r

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service centerPROBLEMBattery witl notchargeLoss of drive... CA

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

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° Keep the nozzle in contact with the rimof the fuel tank or container opening atalltimes until fueling is complete. Do notuse a nozzle lock-open devi

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONSGasoline Capacity 4 Gallonsand Type: UnleadedRegularOil Type SAE 10W30(above32°FjAPI-SG-SL): SAE 5W30(below 32°1=)Oil Capacity: W

Mower©(2) RearLift Link(5) 1-3/16 AssembliesO.D. Washers(1) SmallRetainer SpringsRetainer Springs(1) Front _-_Lift Link \_,_Assemblyi i HI , IIf Equip

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

,_CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded.Have a tight grip on lift lever, loweritslowlyand engage in lowest position, Lift lever is[ocated on left side