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Craftsman 28910 - Lt 2000 20 HP 42" Lawn Tractor User Manual

Craftsman 28910 - Lt 2000 20 HP 42" Lawn Tractor
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Operator's Manual
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LAW TRACTO
20.0 HP,*42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28910
EspaSol, p. 34
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.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer
425706 Rev. 3

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Craftsman 28910 - Lt 2000 20 HP 42" Lawn Tractor Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model28910 - Lt 2000 20 HP 42" Lawn Tractor
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Craftsman Full Warranty Details

Details the 2-year warranty on riding equipment and 5-year on frame/axle, listing exclusions.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Covers safe practices before starting, during operation, and general safety rules.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for operating the tractor safely on slopes, including maximum grade and turning.

Child Safety & Gasoline Handling

Precautions for children around the tractor and safe gasoline handling practices.

General Service Safety

Covers safe practices during general maintenance and service of the tractor.

Product Specifications

Customer Responsibilities & Agreements

Outlines owner's duties, warranty adherence, and repair protection agreements.

Unassembled Parts

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Tools and Steering Wheel Assembly

Lists required tools and guides for assembling the steering wheel.

Seat Installation and Tractor Removal

Steps for installing the seat and safely removing the tractor from its skid.

Pre-Operation Checks

Checklist for initial operation, including tire pressure and deck leveling.

Operation

Symbols and Safety Alert Interpretation

Explains tractor symbols and defines safety alert levels (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION).

Know Your Tractor Controls

Tractor Control Identification

Identifies and describes the function of each major control lever, switch, and pedal on the tractor.

Using Controls: Brake, Throttle, and Movement

Instructions for setting brake, using throttle, and moving tractor forward/backward.

Mower Adjustments and Hill Operation

Guides for setting cutting height, adjusting gauge wheels, and operating safely on hills.

Reverse Operation and Transportation

Explains Reverse Operation System (ROS) and procedures for transporting the tractor.

Before Starting the Engine

Oil, Fuel, and Starting Procedures

Steps for checking oil, adding fuel, and starting the engine in various conditions.

Purge Transmission

Mowing Tips and Best Practices

Advice on efficient mowing, grass handling, and optimal engine speed.

Maintenance Schedule

General Recommendations and Lubrication

Periodic maintenance tasks, warranty adherence, and lubrication points.

Tractor Systems Maintenance

Brake, Tire, Blade, and Battery Care

Maintenance for brakes, tires, blades, and battery systems.

Safety System Checks (ROS/OPS)

Verifying proper function of operator presence and reverse operation safety systems.

Engine Oil and Air Filter Maintenance

Procedures for changing engine oil, filters, and cleaning air screens.

Engine Cooling and Component Checks

Cleaning cooling system, inspecting muffler, and replacing spark plugs/fuel filters.

Service and Adjustments

Service Safety and Mower Removal/Installation

Safety for service, mower removal/installation, belt replacement, and brake/steering checks.

Mower Deck Linkage and Belt Connection

Steps to connect mower deck suspension arms, lift links, clutch cable, and install the drive belt.

Mower Deck Leveling Adjustments

Guides for adjusting mower deck side-to-side and front-to-back for optimal cutting.

Drive Belt Replacement and Brake Checks

Instructions for replacing drive belts and checking brake effectiveness.

Wheel, Transaxle, and Battery Starting Adjustments

Adjustments for wheels, transaxle, and procedures for starting with a weak battery.

Component Replacement and Engine Controls

Steps for battery/fuse replacement, and adjusting engine controls.

Tractor Storage

Preparing for Storage (Battery, Fuel, Engine)

Instructions for preparing battery, fuel system, and engine for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting: Starting and Engine Issues

Engine Start Problems

Common causes and corrections for engine start problems, power loss, and vibration.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to crank or turn over.

Engine Performance and Power Loss

Solutions for engine clicking, loss of power, vibration, and safety system bypass.

Mower Performance Issues

Diagnosing and fixing problems related to cutting quality, blade rotation, and grass discharge.

Headlight Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and fix issues with non-working headlights.

Battery Charging, Drive, and Engine Behavior Issues

Troubleshooting for battery, drive, and engine behavior problems.

Slope Sighting Guide

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