Craftsman 917.28861 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
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GARDEN TRACTOR
26.0 HP,* 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28861
1¸
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
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.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
SEARS Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro,Mon- Sat
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (El0) is acceptable for use in this
machine, The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (El0) will void the
product warranty.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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Operator's ManualIIIIcRn nN°GARDEN TRACTOR26.0 HP,* 54" MowerElectric StartAutomatic TransmissionModel No.917.288611¸IMPORTANT:Read and foll

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

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

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

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

Page 6 - PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

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

Page 7 - Retainer Springs

Theoperationofanytractorcanresultinforeignobjectsthrownintotheeyes,whichcanresultinsevereeyedamage.Alwayswearsafetyglassesoreyeshieldswhileoperatingyo

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

Page 9 - Q, Deflector Shield

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

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

Page 11 - 'U. Hole

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

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

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

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

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

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

Page 17 - (Normal Operating)

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

Page 18 - Fuel Valve

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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

Page 25 - Fender and Mower t_ot Shown

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

Page 40 - NEED MORE HELP?

,_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

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