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Craftsman 917.28936 User Manual

Craftsman 917.28936
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Operator's Manual
CRAFTSMAN°
LAW TRACTOR
24.0 HR* 42" Mower
Electric Start
Automatic Transmission
Model No.
917.28936
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
1
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, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman *Asratedbytheenginemanufacturer
426472 Rev. 2

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Craftsman 917.28936 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.28936
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY INFORMATION

CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY DETAILS

Details the two-year limited warranty for riding equipment and five-year for frame and front axle.

SAFETY RULES AND GUIDELINES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY PRACTICES

Essential safety practices for operating the tractor, including general precautions.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY GUIDELINES

Critical safety guidelines for operating the tractor on inclines to prevent tip-overs.

CHILD AND TOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Precautions for preventing child injuries and safe towing practices.

GASOLINE HANDLING SAFETY PROCEDURES

Safe procedures for handling gasoline to prevent fire and explosion hazards.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND AGREEMENTS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MAINTENANCE

User's duties for proper maintenance, care, and adherence to safety rules.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT DETAILS

Details benefits of optional repair protection agreements for service and parts.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION PROCEDURES

UNASSEMBLED PARTS AND CARTON REMOVAL

Identification of unassembled parts and instructions for safely removing the tractor from its carton.

INITIAL CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for checking the battery, adjusting the seat, and performing pre-operation checks.

OPERATION AND TRACTOR CONTROLS

UNDERSTANDING OPERATIONAL SYMBOLS

Explanation of tractor symbols and their meanings for safe operation.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR CONTROLS

Identification and function of all tractor controls and their locations.

OPERATING PROCEDURES AND TECHNIQUES

STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES

Steps for safely starting the engine, setting the parking brake, and stopping the mower.

DRIVING AND MOWING OPERATIONS

Instructions for moving forward/backward, adjusting cutting height, and operating the mower.

SPECIAL OPERATIONS AND SAFETY

Guidelines for reverse operation, mowing on hills, and tractor transport.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECKS

ENGINE OIL AND GASOLINE CHECK

Procedures for checking engine oil level and adding fresh gasoline.

ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES

Detailed steps for starting the engine in warm and cold weather conditions.

TRANSMISSION PURGE AND MOWING TIPS

PURGE TRANSMISSION PROCEDURE

Steps to remove trapped air from the transmission for proper performance.

MOWING PERFORMANCE TIPS

Advice for optimal mowing results, including grass height and wet conditions.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND ROUTINE CHECKS

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

A schedule outlining recommended maintenance tasks and their frequencies.

BEFORE EACH USE INSPECTIONS

Daily checks required before operating the tractor to ensure safety and performance.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS: SAFETY SYSTEMS AND BLADES

BRAKE, TIRE, AND SAFETY SYSTEM CHECKS

Procedures for checking brake operation, tire pressure, and safety systems.

BLADE CARE AND REMOVAL

Instructions for maintaining mower blades and procedures for their removal.

ENGINE AND BATTERY SERVICE PROCEDURES

ENGINE LUBRICATION AND OIL CHANGE

Guidance on engine oil type, viscosity, and oil change procedures.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND TERMINAL CLEANING

Steps for cleaning battery terminals and maintaining battery health.

AIR, FUEL, AND COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE

AIR FILTER AND FUEL FILTER MAINTENANCE

Procedures for servicing the air filter and replacing the in-line fuel filter.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM AND MUFFLER INSPECTION

Ensuring proper engine cooling and inspecting the muffler and spark arrester.

DECK WASHOUT PORT CLEANING PROCEDURE

CLEANING THE MOWER DECK

Step-by-step guide for using the deck washout port to clean the mower deck.

MOWER DECK SERVICE OPERATIONS

MOWER DECK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Detailed instructions for detaching and reattaching the mower deck from the tractor.

MOWER LEVELING AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

SIDE-TO-SIDE MOWER LEVELING

Procedures for visually and precisely adjusting the mower deck side-to-side.

FRONT-TO-BACK MOWER ADJUSTMENT

Steps to adjust the mower deck for the correct front-to-back tilt.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

REPLACING MOWER DRIVE BELTS

Instructions for replacing the mower blade drive belt and motion drive belt.

BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE AND TESTING

BRAKE SYSTEM FUNCTION TEST

Method for checking if the tractor's brake system is functioning correctly.

TRANSAXLE CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTING NEUTRAL POSITION

Adjusting the motion control lever for proper neutral positioning.

BATTERY STARTING AND REPLACEMENT

JUMP STARTING AND BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Procedures for jump-starting with a weak battery and replacing the tractor battery.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE CONTROL AND CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Guidance on adjusting engine controls and carburetor for optimal performance.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL AND PURGING

Information on transmission removal, reinstallation, and purging procedures.

STORAGE PROCEDURES FOR TRACTOR AND ENGINE

TRACTOR AND BATTERY STORAGE PREPARATION

Steps to prepare the tractor and battery for long-term storage.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM STORAGE PREPARATION

Procedures for preparing the engine's fuel system for storage to prevent gumming.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FOR COMMON PROBLEMS

ENGINE STARTING AND POWER ISSUES

Diagnosing and correcting problems related to engine starting and loss of power.

OPERATION AND CUTTING QUALITY PROBLEMS

Troubleshooting issues with tractor operation, vibration, and cutting quality.

DRIVE, LIGHTING, AND CHARGING PROBLEMS

Resolving issues with drive system, lights, and battery charging.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

MEASURING SLOPE ANGLES VISUALLY

Method for visually measuring hill slope angles to ensure safe operation.