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Craftsman 917.288600 User Manual

Craftsman 917.288600
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Operator's Manual
JCRIIFTSMI N°J
GARDEN TRACTOR
26.0 HR* 54" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28860
Espar_ol, p. 36
This product has a low emission engine which operates
[_]]] differently from previously built engines. Before start the
you
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, Mort - Sat
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *As rated by the engine manufacturer
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Craftsman 917.288600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.288600
CategoryLawn Mower
Cutting Width21 inches
Deck MaterialSteel
Oil Capacity20 oz
Starter TypeRecoil
Engine Type4-Cycle
Drive TypeRear Wheel Drive
Wheel Size8 inches (front), 11 inches (rear)

Summary

CRAFTSMAN GARDEN TRACTOR

Model Number 917.28860

Model number of the Craftsman garden tractor.

Español Language Option

Link to Spanish language section of the manual.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Craftsman Limited Warranty

Details the limited warranty terms for the tractor and battery.

SAFETY RULES

General Safety Warnings

Critical safety warnings for tractor operation and setup.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines and warnings for operating the tractor on slopes.

Children Safety and Gasoline Handling

Precautions for children and safe gasoline handling.

General Service and Mowing on Slopes

Safety for general service and mowing on slopes.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Tractor Specifications

Details on fuel, oil, spark plug, speed, battery, and torque.

Customer Responsibilities and Agreements

User duties, warranty, and repair protection information.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

Tools Required for Assembly

List of tools needed for assembling the tractor.

Unpacking and Initial Checks

Steps for unpacking, checking battery, and rolling off skid.

Mower and Wheel Assembly

Instructions for assembling front wheel to mower and installing mower/belt.

Pre-Operation Checks

Checklist for tire pressure, deck levelness, belts, and brakes before operation.

OPERATION

Understanding Tractor Symbols

Explanation of symbols used on the tractor and in the manual.

Know Your Tractor Controls

Familiarization with tractor controls and their functions.

Basic Operation Procedures

Parking brake, stopping, ground drive, and engine controls.

Mower Operation and Adjustments

Using cruise control, adjusting cutting height, gauge wheels, and operating mower.

Reverse Operation System (ROS) and Hills

ROS usage, slope operation, and transport instructions.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Engine Oil and Fueling

Checking oil level and adding gasoline.

Engine Starting Procedures

Steps for starting the engine in warm and cold weather.

Transmission Warm-up and Purge

Procedures for warming up the transmission and purging air.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

Maintenance Schedule

A schedule of recommended maintenance tasks and frequencies.

Tractor and Engine Checks

Checks for brakes, tires, safety systems, engine oil, and air filter.

Mower Service and Adjustments

Removing/installing mower, leveling, and belt replacement.

Brake, Belt, and Wheel Service

Checking brakes, replacing belts, and servicing wheels.

Battery and Lighting Service

Battery replacement, jump-starting, and lighting service.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

Tractor Storage Preparation

Steps for preparing the tractor for storage.

Engine and Fuel System Storage

Procedures for storing the engine, fuel system, and battery.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Starting and Engine Issues

Causes and corrections for starting, hard starting, and engine not turning over.

Performance and Drive Issues

Causes for power loss, vibration, and loss of drive.

Cutting and Electrical Problems

Causes for poor cuts, blade issues, and electrical problems.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SLOPES

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

Visual guide for measuring slopes to ensure safe operation.

NEED MORE HELP?

Sears Service and Support

Information on repair services, parts, and customer support.

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