Craftsman 28908 Operation Manual
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Transmission Model No. 917.28908 • EspaSol, p. 31 03070 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 - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 2
Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 26 Troubleshooting 27 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON RIDING EQUIPMENT When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. • Engine (fuel - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 3
you to lose control of your tractor. _i, WARNING: Engine exhaust, instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower to plow - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 4
control. • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, fuel the machine indoors. • Neverstorethe machine orfuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 5
with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Maintain orreplace safetyand instruction labels, as necessary - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 6
lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS manual). SEARS iNSTALLATION SERVICE For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800=4-MY - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 7
Terminal When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, itmeans when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE CARTON TRACTOR FROM UNPACK CARTON 1. Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton. 2. Cut along dashed lines on all four - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 8
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 9
MOWER LIFT CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACH M E NT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEETAWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 10
locations various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. YOUR of Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other attach- ments mounted to your - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 11
stop mower blades, move attachment clutch clutch lever to disengaged position (t_) Engaged FrUition (t'_) Disengaged Position iMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 12
tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). 2. With mower For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate . Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choose the - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 13
, reverse above procedure. NOTE: Freewheel control will automatically disengage when the brake/clutch pedal is depressed. TRANSMISSION ENGAGED TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat with the engine running and - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 14
engine oil with tractor on level manual). • To change engine oil, seethe Maintenance section in this manual or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: When operating storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 15
need to be adjusted for best engine performance (see "TOAD JUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 16
as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • At least once a year you should - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 17
tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual parts dealer tractor does not function as described, repair the problem - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 18
tractor. 2. Rinsethe battery with plain waterand dry. 3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 4. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. 5. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual . 4. To open, pull out on - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 19
Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. Tabs _Slots NOTE: If very dirty or garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 20
Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. Disconnect spark mower is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front link (E) and rear lift liks (C) from tractor and hook the clutch spring (Q) into the cable guide on front edge of lower dash. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 21
hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). iMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. 11. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual. % 03042tex 21 - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 22
oradjustablewrench,turn lift link adjustment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the right to raise the mower. 4. If adjustment is necessary, see steps 2 and 3 in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. Recheck measurements, adjustifnecessary until both sides are equal. FRONT-TO-BACK - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 23
guides and keepers, 7. Install mower (See "TO INSTALL MOWER" in this section of manual). Mandrel )3043 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. You may also check brake by: 1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 24
clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position. Motion Control Lever Adjustment in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IM PORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 25
. 4. Close hood. iNTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. * Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts manual. ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL The throttle control has been preset at the - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 26
tractor (See"CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Inspectand replacebelts, ifnecessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fue! hose, or tank - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not ignition switch. solenoid or starter. 9 Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 1 Recharge or replace battery. 2 Clean battery terminals. 3 Check - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1 Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1 Raise cutting height/reducespeed. 2 Throttle in "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 2 - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor is - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 30
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, O3 NOT ACROSS HILL O 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 31
ServicioSears C...o.ntratapa GARANTiA COMPLETA DE CRAFTSMAN DOS AI_IOS PARA EL EQUIPO TRACTOR Cuando se opera y mantiene de libre de residuos inflamables o por no mantener el equipo tractor de acuerdo con las instrucciones que contiene el manual del operador. • Limpieza o reparaciones del motor ( - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 32
la tracci6n con el suelo y hacerle perder el control de su tractor. _ADVERTENClA: El tubo de escape del motor, algunos de sus las instrucciones sobre la maquina yen el manual antes de empezar. • No poner las manos o los pies cerca de partes giratorias o debajo de la maquina, mantener - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 33
• Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de modo que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar estando en una pendiente. • No cortar la hierba mojada. Las ruedas pueden perder tracci6n. Poner siempre una marcha cuando se esta en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo. • Evitar arrancar, - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 34
o reparaci6n con el motor en funci6n. • Controlar los componentes del captador de hierba y la protecci6n de la descarga frecuentemente y sustituir con partes recomendadas por el fabricante, en su caso. • Las cuchillas del cortac@sped son afiladas. Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y poner la - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 35
U1R 45-55 Ft. Lbs. FELIClTAClONES pot la compra de su tractor. Ha sido diseflado, planificado y fabricado para darle la mejor Partes de Repuesto en el manual Ingles del dueflo.) ACUERDOS DE PROTECCION PARA LA REPARACION Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 36
aquellas partes que no se han montado por razones de envio. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en forma adecuada y segura todas las partes y amps. (Vea "BATERiA' en la secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual). Cuando en teste manual se mencionan los te- rminos "mano derecha" o "mano izquierda - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 37
tractor nuevo, le deseamos que reciba el mejor rendimiento y la mayor satisfaccion de este producto de calidad. Haga el favor de revisar la lista a continuacion: ¢" Se han completado todas las instrucciones de montaje. ¢" No quedan partes manual). AI mismo tiempo que aprende a como usar su tractor, - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 38
lesiones ligeras o moderadas. & PRECAUCION cuando se utiliza sin et s[mboto de aviso, indica una situacion que puede provocar daSos aI tractor y/o aI motor. No seguir las siguientes instrucciones puede provocar heridas o muerte. Los simbotos de aviso de seguridadse utilizan para identificar - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 39
Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. 03078 Nuestros tractores cumplen con los est&ndares de seguridad del American - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 40
la palanca del freno de mano. El pedal tiene que quedar en la posici6n de freno. AsegOrese que el freno de estacionamiento va a sujetar el tractor en forma segura. • Mueva la palanca de control de movimiento (J) a la posici6n de neutro. MOTOR • Mover la palanca (D) de mando entre la posici6n de - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 41
altura se cortara el cesped. AVlSO: Ajuste las ruedas calibradoras con el tractor en una superficie nivelada plana. 1. Ajuste la segadora a la altura de LA ALTURA DE CORTE DE LA SEGADORA' en la secci6n de Operaci6n de este manual). 2. Con la segadora a la altura deseada para la posici6n de corte, - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 42
el terreno y pueden oca- sionar que pierda el control de su tractor. 1 5 ° y no maneje atravesando ninguna pendiente. ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MO- Utilice la guia de la pendiente proporcionada en TOR la parte posteriora de este manual. • Escoja la velocidad m&s lenta antes de arran- car hacia - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 43
AGREGUEGASOLINA 6. Insertela Ilaveen la ignici6ny girela Ilave • Llene el estanque de combustible.Llene enel sentidoquegiranlasmanillasdelreloj hastala parteinferiordel cuellode rellenodel estanquedegasolinaN. oIoIlenedemasiado. Usegasolinaregulars, in plomo,nuevay limpiaconel minimode 87 - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 44
SEGADORA" en la secci6n de Servicio y Ajustes de este manual. • El lado izquierdo de la segadora se debe usar sido cortada. Mantenga el &rea de corte a la derecha del tractor. Esto producir& una distribuci6n m&s pareja de los recortes y un un rendimiento de corte de parte de su segadora y tambien la - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 45
garantia, el operador tiene que mantener la segadora segQn las instrucciones descritas en este manual. Hay algunos ajustes que se tienen que hacer en forma peri6dica para poder mantener su tractor adecuadamente. AI menos una vez cada estaci6n comprobar si es necesario efectuar los adjustes descritos - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 46
capitulo de Servicio y ajustes de este manual. LLANTAS cuchillas que esten gastadas, dobladas sello para Ilantas de su comerciante de partes de repuesto m&s cercano. Elsello previene est& en su asiento. Perno de la Cuchitla BATERiA Su tractor cuenta con un sistema de carga de la bateria que es - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 47
operaci6n o pot Io menos una vez al aflo si el tractor se utiliza menos 50 horas el aflo. Revise el nivel del aceite. 2. Quite el casquillo amarillo de la parte inferior de la valvula de desag0e e instale las "Especificaciones del Producto" secci6n de este manual. 8. Use un medidor en la tapa/varilla - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 48
pre limpiador; y el cartucho donde viene el papel [service paper cartridge] reempl&celo cada 100 horas de operaci6n "ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO" secci6n de este manual. FILTRO DE COMBUSTIBLE EN LINEA El filtro de jardin o agua a presi6n para limpiar el tractor a no set que el motor y la - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 49
STOP) y remuevala. 5. AsegOrese que las cuchillas y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente. 6. Desconecte el alambre de la bujia adelante antes de deslizarla por 2. Deslice la SEGADORA por debajo del tractor hasta que quede bien centrada debajo de este. 3. FIJE LOS BRAZOS - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 50
, Realice el mismo procedimiento en el otro lado del tractor. 5. FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de la pieza de uni6n (D) la cortadora, como se ilustra en el capitulo de Manejo de este manual. ® 03042tex 50 - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 51
el suelo. • Si la punta anterior de la hoja de la cuchilla no est& 1/8" a 1/2" m&s abajo que la punta posterior, dirijase a la parte de adelante del tractor. • Con una Ilave inglesa de 11/16"o de calibre regulable, afloje la tuerca A, d&ndole varias vueltas para despejar la tuerca de ajuste B. • Con - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 52
. 3. Instale la segadora (vea" PARA INSTALAR LA SEGADORA" en esta secci6n de este manual). Poteas de Guia Potea det Mandril MONTAJE DE LA CORREA 1. Instale la correa nueva de la parte de atra.s a la parte de adelante del tractor, pas&ndola por encima de la placa de direcci6n (F) y del va.stago del - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 53
hasta su posici6n m&s baja. • Mueva la placa de cambios en la parte delantera de la transmisi6n para que la linea central del &rea que Mantenimiento de este manual). Si se usan "cables de empalme" para un arranque de emergencia, siga este procedimiento: IMPORTANTE: Su tractor esta equipado con - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 54
de la bombilla, en forma segura, hacia atr&s en el agujero en la parte trasera del enrejado. 4. Cierre el cap6. ENTRECIERRE Y RELES El alambrado suelto o daSado puede producir el mal funcionamiento de su tractor, o que deje de funcionar, o le impida el arrancar. • Revise el alambrado. Vea el - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 55
en una &rea limpia y seca. 1. Limpie todo el tractor (vea "LIMPIEZA' en la secci6n de Mantenimiento en este manual). 2. Inspeccione y cambie las correas, si es nec- esario Es important evitar que se forman depositos de goma en partes fundamentales del sistema de combus-tible tales como el - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 56
IDENTiFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA NO arral3ca CAUSA 1. Sin combustible. 2. Motor sin la "ESTRANGULACION" adecuada. 3. Motor ahogado. (CHOKE) 4. Bujia mala. 5. - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 57
IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de Sears o con un otto centro de servicio cualificado. 3. Apriete la(s) parte(s). Cambie las partes dafladas. El tractor se port en marcha atr_s 1. El sistema de funcionamiento atr&s (ROS) - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 58
Cambie/afile la cuchilla. Apriete el perno de la cuchilla. 7. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja de la segadora. 8. Cambie/ajuste la correa de el borde afilado hacia abajo. 10.Cambie pot las cuchillas enumeradas en este manual. 11 .Limpie alrededor de los mandriles para abrir los de ventilaci6n. - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 59
SOLAMENTE ANDE CUESTA ARRiBA O CUESTA ABAJO Y NO ATRAVIESE EL CERRO O3 _) 15GRADOS MAX. ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar da5os graves, haga funcionar su tractor arriba y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversaBmente con respecto a las pendientes. No cortar pendientes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los virajes - Craftsman 28908 | Operation Manual - Page 60
lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers pour service
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Operator's
Manual
1
®
LAW
TRACTO
19.5 HR* 42" Mower
Electric
Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.28908
• EspaSol,
p. 31
03070
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,
ROEBUCK
AND
CO.,
HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As
rated
by the
engine
manufacturer