TROUBLESHOOTING CHART:

See

appropriate

section

in

manual

unless

directed

to Sears

service

 

center

_ROBLEM

 

CAUSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CORRECTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mower

 

blades

will

1.

Obstruction

 

in clutch

 

 

il.

Remove

 

obstruction.

 

 

 

not

rotate

 

 

mechanism.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Worn/damaged

 

mower

 

drive

2.

Replace

 

mower

drive

belt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

belt,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Frozen

idler

pulley,

 

 

 

13.

Replace

 

idler

pulley.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Frozen

blade

mandrel,

 

 

4.

Contact

a Sears

or

other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

qualified

 

service

center.

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Mower

belt

off engine

pulley.

13.

Install

 

belt

on

engine

pulley.

Poor

grass

 

1.

Engine

speed

too slow.

 

11.

Place

throttle

control

 

in

 

discharge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"FAST"

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Travel

speed

too

fast.

 

 

12,

Shift

to

slower

speed,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Wet

grass.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13.

Allow

grass

to

dry before

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mowing,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Mower

not

level.

 

 

 

 

14.

Level

mower,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Low/uneven

 

tire

air

pressure.

5.

Check

 

tires

for

proper

air

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressure,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

Worn,

 

bent

or loose

blade.

16.

Replace/sharpen

 

blade,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tighten

blade

bolt,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Buildup

of

grass,

leaves

and

i7.

Clean

 

underside

of

mower

 

 

 

 

 

 

trash

under

mower.

 

 

 

 

housing,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

Mower

drive

belt

worn.

 

 

i8.

Replace

 

mower

drive

belt,

 

 

 

 

 

9.

Blades

improperly

 

installed.

i9.

Reinstall

blades

sharp

edge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

down,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10.

Improper

blades

used.

 

 

i 10.

Replace

 

with

blades

listed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in this

 

manual,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.

Clogged

mower

vent

 

 

i 11.

Clean

around

mandrels

to

 

 

 

 

 

 

holes

from

 

buildup

of

grass,

 

open

vent

holes,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

leaves,

and

trash

around

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mandrels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Headlight(s)

not

1.

Light

switch

 

is "OFF".

 

 

11.

Turn

light

switch

"ON".

 

 

working

 

 

2.

Bulb(s)

or

lamp(s)

burned

out.

12.

Replace

 

bulb(s)

or

lamp(s).

(if so

equipped)

3.

Faulty

light

switch.

 

 

 

3.

Check/replace

 

light

switch.

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Loose

or

damaged

wiring.

14.

Check

wiring

and

connections,

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Blown

fuse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

15.

Replace

 

fuse.

 

 

 

 

 

Battery

will not

1.

Bad

battery

cell(s).

 

 

 

11.

Replace

battery.

 

 

 

charge

 

 

2.

Poor

cable

connections.

 

 

12.

Check/clean

all connections.

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Faulty

regulator

 

 

 

 

i3.

Replace

regulator.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(if

so

equipped).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Faulty

alternator.

 

 

 

 

4.

Replace

 

alternator.

 

 

 

Loss

 

of

drive

 

1.

Freewheel

 

control

in

 

 

il.

Place

freewheel

control

in

 

 

 

 

 

 

"disengaged"

 

position.

 

 

 

"engaged"

 

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Motion

drive

belt

worn,

 

 

2.

Replace

 

motion

drive

belt,

 

 

 

 

 

 

damaged,

 

or

broken.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Air

trapped

 

in transmission

13.

Purge

 

transmission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

during

shipment

or

servicing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine

"backfires'

,

Engine

throttle

control

not set il.

when

turning

 

between

half

and full

speed

engine

"OFF"

 

(fast) position

before

stopping

 

 

 

engine,

 

 

 

Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position before stopping engine,

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917.28726 specifications

The Craftsman 917.28726 is a lawn tractor designed for both residential and light commercial use, making lawn maintenance a breeze. This robust machine is packed with features and technologies that enhance its performance, ease of use, and overall functionality.

One of the standout features of the Craftsman 917.28726 is its powerful engine. Equipped with a reliable 20 HP Briggs & Stratton motor, this tractor provides ample power to tackle tough mowing conditions and challenging terrains. Its automatic transmission allows for smooth acceleration and deceleration, making it ideal for users of all experience levels.

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The tractor also integrates modern technologies such as a quick-connect deck wash system, which simplifies maintenance and keeps the cutting deck clean for optimal performance. The heavy-duty tires provide excellent traction, ensuring stability on various terrains.

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