LAWN TRACTOR - 17.5 HP - 7 Speed - Shift-on-the-Go 42” Deck - Model No.247.28901 - Operator's Manual

Oct 23, 2026

Operator’s manual for a Craftsman riding lawn tractor, model No. 247.28901, featuring 17.5 HP engine, 7-speed transmission with Shift-on-the-Go, and a 42” deck. Includes safety instructions and safety labels, a warranty statement with coverage periods and exclusions, product specifications (engine oil, fuel type, spark plug), and sections for operation, service and maintenance, off-season storage, troubleshooting, and parts/service information. Also provides California Proposition 65 warning details and instructions to read and follow the manual before use.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages92

Reading Time3 h 52 min

AccessFree to download

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Statement

Safety Instruction

Off-Season Storage

Troubleshooting

Slope Gauge

Labels

Parts List

Assembly

Operation

Service and Maintenance

Service Numbers

LAWN TRACTOR 17.5 HP 7 Speed,Shift-on-the-Go42”Deck Model No.247.28901 ·Espanol,P.59 | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
from previously built engines.Before you start the engine,read and
understand this Operator's Manual. | | | | | | | | A CAUTION | | --- | | Before using this equipment,
read this manual and follow
all safety rules and operating | | | | | | instructions. | For answers to your questions aboutthis product,Call: 1-800-659-5917 Craftsman Tractor Help Line7 am-7 pm CT,Mon.-Sun. Sears Brands Management Corporation,Hoffman Estates,IL60179 U.S.A.Visit our website:www.craftsman.comForm No.769-05667B(February 12,2010) # TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement… … …2 Off-Season Storage… … …… …27Safety Instruction………… …… …………3Troubleshooting…… … … …………28Slope Gauge……… … ……… …………… ……8Labels……………………………………………………………… …29Safety Labels…………………………………………………9Parts List…… …… ……………………………………30Assembly.…………………… ………… …10Espanol… ……………………………………… ………59Operation… …………… …… ……… ……12Service Numbers… ……… ………………Back CoverService and Maintenance………… ………… ……18 # WARRANTY STATEMENT CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY When operated and maintained according t allsupplied instructions,if any non-expendable part of this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date or purchase,call 1-800-659-5917 to arrange for free in-home repair. The frame and front axle will be repaired free of charge for five years from the date of purchase if defective in matenial or workmanship. Allof the above warranty coverage appliesfor only 90 days from the date of purchase if this riding equipment is ever used for commercial orrental purposes. Inall cases,if repair proves impossible,the riding equipment will be replaced free of charge with the same or an equivalent model. The battery il be replaced free of charge for 90 days from the date of purchase if defective in material or workmanship (our testing proves that itwill not hold a charge). This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship.Sears will NOT pay for: · Expendable items that become wom during normal use,including but not limited to blades,spark plugs,air cleaners,belts,and oil filters · Standard maintenance servicing,oil changes,or tune-ups. · Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects,such as nails,thorns,stumps,or glass. · Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear,accident,or improper operation or maintenance. · Repairs necessary because of operator abuse,including but not limited to damage caused by towing objects beyond thecapability of the riding equipment,impacting objects that bend the frame orcrankshaft,or over-speeding the engine. · Repairs necessary because of operator negligence,including but not imited to,electrical and mechanical damage causedby improper storage,failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil,failure to keep the deck clear of flammabledebris,or failure to maintain the riding equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual. · Engine(fuel system)cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized(stale).In general,fuelshould be used within 30 days of its purchase date. Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes,or product label replacement. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears Brands Management Corporation,Hoffman Estates,IL60179 | PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS | | --- | | Gross HP:
17.5
Engine Oil:
SAE 30
Fuel:
Unleaded Gasoline
Champion⑧RC12YC
Spark Plug

FAQs

What should be done before starting the engine of the lawn tractor?

Read and understand the operator’s manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before attempting to start the engine.

What warranty coverage is provided for the Craftsman riding equipment?

The full warranty covers defects in material and workmanship for two years, with the frame and front axle covered for five years. Battery replacement is covered for 90 days, and commercial or rental use reduces certain coverage to 90 days.

Which items are excluded from warranty payment?

Warranty excludes expendable items worn during normal use (e.g., blades, spark plugs, belts, oil filters), standard maintenance and tune-ups, tire replacement/repair from punctures or normal wear, and repairs due to operator abuse or negligence.

Oct 23, 2026

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