Craftsman 28970 Operation Manual
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Automatic Transmission Model No. 917.28970 • EspaSol, p. 34 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 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 2
Service and Adjustments 20 Storage 26 Troubleshooting 27 Sears Service Back Cover CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY TWO YEARS ON TRACTOR When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this tractor to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. • - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 3
lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. _IbWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 4
slopes, the weight ofthetowed equip- ment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. + Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 5
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 orreplacesafetyand labels, as necessary. instruction • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 6
problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained representatives and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions SERVICE For Sears professional installation - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 7
. NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (L) (label is located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). TO ADJUST SEAT Grasp adjustment handle - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 8
section of this manual. _#fCHECKLIST Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist: J" All assembly completed. J" No remaining instructions have been loose - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 9
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and/or engine. HOT SURFACES indicates if not avoided, could result ,Jl_llllll - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 10
of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the Applicable safety standards of - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 11
any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 12
with tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). ° and do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 13
and cause you to lose control of your tractor. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the servicing. When service is required, the service reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual. NOTE: Service - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 14
while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine as follows: 1. Be sure the tractor is on level ground. 2. Place the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 14 - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 15
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 MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so - Craftsman 28970 | 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 ayearyou should replace - Craftsman 28970 | 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 tractor does not function as described, repair the problem immediately - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 18
every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To ensure proper cooling - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 19
Make sure the PTO (Blade Engage) is not engaged, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your garden hose. 4. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 20
& WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and of the lever. • Slide mower out from under right side of tractor. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 21
pulley (M). • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). • Insert end of link (E) into hole in gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual. 03000t÷× 21 - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 22
is not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip, go to the front of tractor. • With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut A several turns . 4. If adjustment is necessary, see step 2 in Visual Adjustment instructions above. 5. Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 23
the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to be serviced. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 24
wheel toe-in or cam ber, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS 1. Block up axle securely. 2. MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 25
REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMISSION" in the Operation section of this manual. Positive (Red) Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 26
, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire tractor (See"CLEANING"in the Maintenance section of this manual). 2. Inspectandreplacebelts,ifnecessary(See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). . Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 27
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over CAUSE 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3 Engineflooded. 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty air - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 28
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power 1 Weak or dead battery. 2 Corroded battery terminals. 3 Loose or damaged wiring. 4 Faulty solenoid or - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 29
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1 run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Faulty operator-safety control system. presence 1 Check wiring, switches and connections - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 30
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM 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 shifted into reverse CAUSE CORRECTION - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 31
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION _OLo ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 03 03 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 34
se aplicar&n gastos de traslado. Si usted transporta el tractor a un lugar de entrega autorizado de Craftsman, estos gastos se cancelar&n. Para Iocalizar el lugar mantenimiento del equipo segOn las instrucciones que se encuentran en el manual del operador. • La limpieza del motor (sistema de - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 35
perder la tracci6n con el suelo y hacerle perder el control de su tractor. _,DVERTENCIA: El tubo de escape del motor, algunos de sus constituyentes • Leer, entender y seguir todas las instrucciones sobre la m&quina yen el manual antes de empezar. • No poner las manos o los pies cerca de partes - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 36
• 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 est& en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo. • Evitar arrancar, - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 37
• Mantener la maquina libre de hierba, hojas u otros residuos acumulados. Limpiar las salpicaduras de aceite o carburante y quitar cualquier cosa mojada con carburante. Dejar que la maquina se enfrie antes de guardarla. • Si se golpea un objeto ajeno, hay que pararse e inspeccionar la m_,quina. - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 38
para darle servicio o para reparar este tractor. Haga el favor de leer y de guardar este manual. Estas instruc-ciones le permitir&n montar en el manual Ingles del dueSo.) ACUERDOS DE PROTECCI6N LA REPARACION PARA Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman® est& diseSado - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 39
Cuchillo (2) Llaves de 7/16" Medidor de presi6n Pinzas Cuando en este manual se mencionan los termi- nos "mano derecha" o "mano izquierda" se de operaci6n (sentado/a detr&s del volante de direcci6n). PARA REMOVER EL TRACTOR CAJA DE CARTON DE LA DESEMPAQUE LA CAJA DE CARTON • Remueva todas - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 40
control de la rueda libre en la posici6n de giro libre para desenganchar la transmisi6n. (Vea "PARA TRANSPORTAR" en la secci6n de Operaci6n de este manual). 4 Haga rodar el tractor hacia delante fuera de la corredera. 5 Remueva las bandas que sujetan la protecci6n contra la descarga en contra del - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 41
MANOS Y LOS PIES LEJOS PRECAUCION cuando se utiliza sin el simbolo de aviso, indica una situaci6n que puede provocar daSos al tractor y/o al motor. No seguir las siguientes instrucciones puede provocar heridas o muerte. Los simbolos de aviso de seguridadse utilizan para identificar informaciones - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 42
DUEllO 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. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 43
el interruptor de la igniciOn en cualquier posiciOn otra que "STOP" causar i que la bateria se descargue (muerta). AVlSO: Bajo ciertas condiciones, cuando el tractor est& parado con el motor andando en vacio, los gases de escape del motor caliente pueden hacer que el cesped se ponga "cafe." Para - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 44
PARAAJUSTARLA ALTURADECORTEDE 2. Conlasegadoraa la alturadeseadaparala LA SEGADORA posici6nde corte,se tienenquemontarlas Laposici6ndelapalancaelevadora(A)determina a quealturase cortar&el cesped. ruedascalibradorasde modoque queden un pocosobreel suelo.Instalelas ruedas calibradoraesnel - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 45
control de marcha de rueda libre esta situado en la barra de tracci6n trasera del tractor. 1. Levante la palanca de levantamiento del ac- cesorio a su posici6n m&s y a la cortadora, lea el capitulo de Mantenimiento de este manual. NOTA: El dispositivo de aviso de servicio funciona cuando la Ilave - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 46
secci6n de Mantenimento de este manual). • Para cambiar el aceite del motor, vea la secci6n de Mantenimento en este manual. AGREGUE GASOUNA • Llene ser calentada como las instruc- ciones siguientes: 1. AsegOrese que el tractor este situado en una superficie nivelada. 2. Ponga la palanca de control - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 47
la transmisi6n poniendo el control de rueda libre en la posici6n de desenganchado (Vea "PARA EL TRANSPORTE" en esta secci6n de este manual). 3. Sentado en el asiento del tractor, empiece el motor. Despues que este corriendo el motor, mueva el control de estrangulaci6n a la posici6n de lento. Con la - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 48
de la garantia, el operador tiene que mantener la segadora segOn 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 - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 49
FUNCIONA BIEN EL FRENO" en el capitulo de Servicio y ajustes de este manual. LLANTAS • Mantengatodos los neum&ticos con la presi6n de aire adecuada (Vet y luego el cable de la bateria ROJO y remueva la bateria del tractor. 3. Enjuague la bateria con agua corriente y sequela. 4. Limpie los - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 50
50 horas de operaci6n o por Io menos una vez al aflo si el tractor se utiliza menos 50 horas el aflo. FILTRO DEL AIRE Su motor puede sufrir filtro de aire m&s a menudo si se usa en condiciones polvorosas. Yea la manual de la motor. Revise el nivel del aceite del carter antes de arrancar el motor - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 51
hoja) no est& conectada, ponga el freno de estacionamiento y apague el motor. 3. Enrosque el adaptador de la boquilla (empaquetado con el manual del operador del tractor) en el extremo de la manguera del jardin. 4. Eche hacia atr&s la abrazadera de cierre del adaptador de la boquilla y empuje este - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 52
brazos de suspensi6n de los lados de la segadora (A) esten dirigidos hacia 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 DE SUSPENSION LATERALES DE LA CORTADORA (A) AL CHASlS - Ubique el orificio del - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 53
del motor (M). , FIJE LA PIEZA DE UNION ANTERIOR (E) - Trabaje por el lado izquierdo del tractor. Introduzca el extremo de la barra de la pieza de uni6n pot el orificio anterior de la barra de suspensi6n la cortadora, como se ilustra en el capitulo de Manejo de este manual. 03000rex 53 - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 54
. • Si la punta anterior de la hoja de la cuchilla no esta 1/8" a 1/2" mas 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, dandole varias vueltas para despejar la tuerca de ajuste B. • Con una - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 55
en una superficie nivelada. Enganche el freno de estacionamiento. REMOCION DE LA CORREA - 1. Remueva la segadora del tractor (Vea "PARA REMOVER LA SEGADORA' de esta secci6n de este manual). 2. Haga salir la correa de las poleas del mandril y de las poleas de guia. 3. Tire la correa alej&ndola - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 56
motor tiene que volverse a cargar. (Vea "Bateria" en la secci6n de Manten- imiento de este manual). Si se usan "cables de empalme" para un ar- ranque de emergencia, siga este procedimiento: IMPORTANTE: Su tractor esta equipado con un sistema de 12 volts. El otto vehiculo tambien tiene que tenet - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 57
debe set removida para servicio o reemplazo, debe set purgada despues de la reinstalaci6n y antes de 9Perar el tractor. Vea "PURGAR LA TRANSMISlON" en la secci6n de la Operaci6n de este manual. MOTOR PARA AJUSTAR EL CABLE DE CONTROL DE LA ACELERACI6N El control de la aceleraci6n ha sido preajustado - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 58
, quite toda la mugre, la grasa, las hojas, etc. Guardela en una area 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 necesario (vea las instrucciones para el cambio de las correas en la secci6n de - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 59
IDENTIFICACiON DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual Sears. a menos que este dirigido a un eentro de servieio PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCl6N NO arral3ca . 1. Sin combustible. 2. Motor sin la "ESTRANGU LACION" (CHOKE) adecuada. 3. Motor ahogado. - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 60
IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de 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) no est& " - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 61
de impulsi6n de la segadora. 9. Vuelva a instalar las cuchillas 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. Las luz (ces) delantera(s) no est_ funcionando (si equipadas) 1. El interruptor - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 62
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SOLAIVlENTEANDE CUESTA ARRIBA O CUESTA ABAJO Y NO ATRAVIESE EL CERRO 03 _D 15GRADOS MAX. ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar da_os graves, haga funcionar su tractor arriba y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto alas pendientes. No cortar pendientes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los virajes - Craftsman 28970 | Operation Manual - Page 64
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Operator's
Manual
CRRFTSMRN
°
LAW
TRACTO
24.0 HR* 42" Mower
Electric
Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.28970
•
EspaSol,
p. 34
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