Parking Brake Adjustment - Craftsman 247.20400 Serie Manual Del Operador

Deck Wheels
Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck.
NOTE: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature of the deck and are not designed to
support the weight of the cutting deck.
The deck wheels should be approximately 1⁄4-1⁄2" above the ground when the deck
is set in the desired height setting. To adjust the deck wheels see the Assembly &
Set-Up section for instructions.

Parking Brake Adjustment

If the riding mower does not come to a complete stop when the brake lever is
completely engaged, or if the riding mower's rear wheels can roll with the parking
brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is in need of
adjustment. Have brake properly adjusted by a Sears or other qualified service
dealer.
Off-Season Storage
Riding Mower Storage
If your riding mower is not going to be operated for an extended period of time (thirty
days to approximately six months), the riding mower should be prepared for storage.
Store the riding mower in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the
riding mower (including the tires) to protect it from the elements. The procedures
outlined below should be performed whenever the riding mower is placed in storage.
1. Change the engine oil and filter following the instructions provided in the
Engine Manual.
Never store the riding mower with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly
ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or
pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, etc.
2. Service the engine as instructed in the separate engine manual.
3. Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be treated with a gasoline
STA-BIL®
stabilizer such as
drained of fuel to prevent deterioration and gum from forming in fuel
system or on essential carburetor parts. If the gasoline in your engine
deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor, and other
fuel system components, serviced or replaced.
Drain fuel only into unapproved container outdoors, away from an open
flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.
3. Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one ounce of oil into each
cylinder. Crank the engine one or two turns to spread the oil evenly on the
cylinder walls. Replace the spark plugs.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
WARNING
and engines stored over 90 days need to be
WARNING
4. Clean the engine and the entire riding mower thoroughly.
NOTE: Use of a pressure washer or garden hose is not recommended to
clean your riding mower. They may cause damage to electrical components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
5. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will be ready to use when needed.
6. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair scratches with the appropriate touch-up
spray paint. Brush a rust preventive oil on any unpainted surfaces including
the pulleys and blades. (Be careful not to get any oil on the drive belts.)
7. Clean and fully charge the battery, then disconnect the negative cable at
the battery to prevent possible discharge. Recharge the battery periodically
when in storage.
NOTE: Remove the battery if exposed to prolonged periods of sub-freezing
temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location where temperatures are above
freezing.
8. Lubricate all lubrication points.
9. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to take the weight off of the tires.
Removing the Riding Mower From Storage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery, lower riding mower off blocks, and inflate the tires
to the recommended pressure.
3. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off. Using the starter, crank the
engine to pump the excess oil out of the spark plug holes. Replace the spark
plugs and the ignition leads.
4. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
5. Check the level of the engine oil in the crankcase and the hydraulic reservoir
tank.
6. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few minutes to ensure engine is
operating properly.
7. Drive the riding mower without a load to make certain all the riding mower
systems are functioning properly.
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