Owner's Manual CRIIFTSMIIN° E 26.0 HP, 48" Mower Electric Start 6 Speed Transaxle Model No. 917.276072 This product has a mowemission engine which differentmy from previousmy buimt engines. engine, read and understand this Owner's Read and follow aH Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. operates Before you start Manual 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.
Warranty ................................................ Safety Rules .......................................... Product Specifications ........................... Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... Operation ............................................... Maintenance Schedule ........................ 2 3 5 7 9 15 Maintenance ........................................ 15 Service and Adjustments ..................... 19 Storage ................................................
mMPORTANT: This cutting machineis capableof amputatinghands andfeet and throwing objects.Failureto observethe followingsafety instructionscould resultin serious injury or death. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. Slow down before turning. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.
DO: , Mow up and down slopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Taft grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Follow the manufacturer's recommend- ations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.
Be sure the area is clear of other people beforemowing.Stop machineif anyoneenters the area. Nevercarry passengersor children evenwith the bladesoff. Do not mow in reverseunless absolutely necessary.Alwayslook down and behind beforeand while backing. Nevercarry children.They may fall off and be seriously injuredor interfere with safe machineoperation. Keepchildrenout of the mowingarea and underthe watchfulcare of another responsibleadult. Be alert and turn machineoff if children enter the area.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmTIES * Read and observe the safety * Follow a regular schedule in taining, caring for and using Follow the instructions under nance" and "Storage" owner's manual. rules. mainyour tractor.
Your new tractor you begin. has been assembled at the factory. Review the video cassette before When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. 2. Remove packing materials. 3. Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grille.
9. Apply braketo stop tractor,set parking brakeand place gearshiftleverin neutral position. 10.Turnignition key to "STOP"position. Continuewith the instructionsthat follow. CHECK TmREPRESSURE The tires on your tractorwere overinflated at the factoryfor shipping purposes. Correcttire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance. Reducetire pressureto PSI shown in "PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mowerhousing should be properlyleveled.
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning.
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THINSOWNER'S MANUAL TRACTOR AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATmNG YOUR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. mMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead.
TO OPERATE The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed. The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
TO TRANSPORT mMPORTANT: When operating in temperatures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. CAUTmON: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and below) 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in.
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TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when forming any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATmON per- If 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 checked and adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). TroPES * Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
TO CLEAN BATTERYAND TERMINALS Corrosionand dirt on the battery and terminals can causethe battery to "leak" power. 1. Removeterminal guard. 2. DisconnectBLACKbattery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Cleanterminals and battery cable ends with wire brushuntil bright. 5. Coat terminalswith grease or petroleumjelly. 6. Reinstallbattery (See "REPLACING BATTERY"in the SERVICEAND ADJUSTMENTSsection of this manual).
ENGmNEOIL FmLTER Replacethe engineoil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used morethan 100hours in oneyear. AmRFmLTER Yourengine will not run properlyusing a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner afterevery 25 hoursof operationor every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operationor everyseason, whicheveroccursfirst. Serviceair cleaner more often under dusty conditions. 1. Removecover. TO SERVICEPRE-CLEANER 2. Wash it in liquid detergent and water. 3.
& WARNmNG: TO AVOmD SERmOUS VmCE OR ADJUSTf4ENTS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. mNJURY, BEFORE TO REMOVE 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. ANY SER. Depress dutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR 1.
ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower brackets. Raise mower to its highest position. Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same. mMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. 9.
NOTE: Each full turn of nut'%" will change dim. "B" by approximately 3/16". ,, When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against trunnion on both front links. ,, To raise front of blade, loosen nut "D" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut '%" on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length. ,_ When distance "B" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut "D" against trunnion on both front links.
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRmVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). 2. Remove screws from R.H. and LH. mandrel covers and remove covers. REMOVE MOWER DRIVE 11. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and secondary spring arm. INSTALL BELT REINSTALL manual). 3. Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley. 4. Remove belt from idler pulleys. 5.
TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH 4. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as required. Adjustments should be made by a Sears or other qualified service center. 1. Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in "OFF" position. 2.
Ciutchin( Above Mids Engine BeUtKeep.er Pulley Vqdbr _X Keeper /-i eper Twists Belt Transaxle Pulley this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: mMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system. The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. Reinstall terminal guard. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely Close terminal access doors. Close hood. Terminal Access Door (>' _ f_ex 7---i/_._ . I""_ Q.../_'_. rer ip" '_Ntd. Guard TO REPLACE 1. 2.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result. mMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous.
which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section in manuam unmess directed PROBLEM CAUSE Wiii not start 4. 5. 6. 7 Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Bad spark plug. 3. Weak or dead battery. 4. 5. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. Engine valves out of adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTmNG See appropriate PROBLEM Loss of power CHART: section in manual unless directed CAUSE position. Build-up of grass, [eaves and trash under mower. 4. 5. 6. Dirty air filter. Low oil level/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug. 7. 8. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. 9. Water 10.Spark 11. 12. 13. 14. in fuel. plug wire loose. Dirty engine air screen/fins. Dirty/clogged muffler. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 15.Engine valves out of adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTmNG CHART: See appropriate section PROBLEM Mower blades will not rotate in manuam unmess directed CAUSE to Sears service CORRECTmON 1. Obstruction mechanism. in clutch 2. Worn/damaged drive belt. 3. 4. Frozen Frozen mower idler pulley. blade mandrel. 1. Remove obstruction. 2. Replace 3. 4. Replace idler pulley. Contact a Sears or other qualified Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. Travel speed Wet grass. too fast. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mower deck not level.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL _7 _7 15 DEGREES _i MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate tractor and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns your gradually to up prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 1, Fomdthis page among dotted Hne indicated above. 2.
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