Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower

The Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower or lawn tractor as Craftsmen prefers to refer to it, is a powerful machine with lots of features and capability. Starting with the 26 horse power engine and a hydro static transmission, this riding lawn mower can handle just about anything you throw at it. With 3 cutting blades and a 54 inch deck cutting width, combined with a 2 gallon fuel tank, cutting large lawns will take you no time at all. The Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower has a 16 inch turning radius which is great for those tight corners around landscaping areas.

Consumers will appreciate the wider step through area for easy operator mounting and dis-mounting, handy cup holder  and an automotive sliding seat to provide extra comfort. The Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower comes with one of the best warranties available with a full two year warranty and a 5 year warranty on the frame and front axle. The deck system is also spring loaded making it easy to lift and lower.

Specifications:

26 horse power, 2 cylinder

556 pounds

2 gallon fuel capacity

3 cutting blades

54 inch deck cut width

20 inch by 10 inch by 8 inch rear wheels

15 inch by 6 inch by 6 inch front wheels

16 inch turning radius

Engine: 26 horse power, 2 cylinder

Transmission: Hydrostatic with infinite speeds forward and reverse

Warranty: 2 year full, 5 year frame and axle warranty coverage

Features:

Spring loaded deck lift system

Premium hydrostatic transmission

Foot pedal drive

Handy cup holder

Wider step through area

Full pressure lubrication system

One lever deck height adjustment system

Electric clutch for attachments

Disk brakes

Cruise control

Hour meter feedback

Adjustable seat

Description of the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower

The Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower weighs in at 556 pounds, comes with a powerful 26 horse power 2 cylinder engine, air filter, engine cooling fan and a full pressure lubrication system, engine oil filter and electronic ignition.

There are six cutting positions with a one lever height adjustment tool, and 4 deck wheels to provide a smooth manicured look to your lawn.  There is an hour meter to help monitor when maintenance is required, there are disk brakes and the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower comes with cruise control for those big flat lawns .The seat is adjustable and there is a cup holder for extra comfort.

You will need to perform some assembly of the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower when it is delivered however the instruction manual will cover all of the required assembly.

There are a number of optional attachments that easily mount on the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower to assist you with taking care of your lawn and also odd jobs around the property.

Delivery: The Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower is available for home delivery at some locations. Customers will need to check with the nearest Craftsmen dealer near them. Pickup is also available , providing that you have a trailer rated for a 556 pound load. Customers may be able to arrange for next day or Sat delivery depending availability and location.

Accessories:

40 inch rear mount dethatcher – Pre-assembled with weight tray, 10 tooth spring tines, easily raises and lowers from tractor seat with single lever design, heavy gauge construction for durability and service

Deluxe sunshade – 38 inch high by 34 inch wide and 43 inch long, UV resistant, tubular frame, removes easily without tools for access under low hanging branches.

Craftsmen bumper – protects the front of the riding lawn mower and prevents damage to front grill

Universal broadcast spreader – vinyl cover included, hitch pin included, poly hopper avoid rust and corrosion, large tires for stability, carries up to 100 pounds, comes with a 1 year full warranty.

Lawn Aerator – 24 heavy gauge galvanized points, partially assembled, weighs 100 pounds, 3 inch aeration depth, single lever raises and lowers coining points, up to 100 pounds of weight can be added.

Online Reviews: Craftsmen is one of the few manufacturers that provides customer review capability on their web site. The reviews for the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower are 21 reviews with positive comments or 3 stars and better. There were also 6 reviews or 2 stars and less from customers who were not happy about the product. Positive reviews far outnumbered bad reviews. Positive reviews indicate that this lawn mower is a work horse with lots of support if needed. The negative reviews  discussed poor service  and something about add on fees. Craftsmen does not make it easy to read negative reviews from their customers on their web site.

Safety & Operation

At 26 horsepower the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower is a powerful lawn tractor that should also be treated with the respect that it deserves. Follow all of the recommended safety precautions outlined in the manual to avoid any damage or serious accidents. These safety precautions are there for a reason and you should consider them carefully.

Always shut the engine off prior to dismounting the riding lawn mower and certainly before making any adjustments to the machine to avoid any potential for accident. If you plan to do any maintenance on the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower again, always shut the engine off.

Drive slower near objects and landscaping areas to avoid accidents and cutting something you would prefer not to cut.

Avoid cutting areas were there are people around who could be hit by projectiles from the lawn mower discharge area.

Maintenance

The manual will discuss standard maintenance requirements and may refer to hourly readings on the hour meter. Changing engine oil and lubrication systems should be followed to maintain your warranty as well as ensure that your Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower lasts a lifetime.  Heavy use of the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower will necessitate oil changes and filter changes more often.

Minor maintenance can usually be performed by most consumers, by following instructions in the manual and perhaps obtaining some advice and guidance from your local small engine mechanic. More significant maintenance may necessitate taking the Craftsman YT4500 Riding Mower to a repair facility. Only use a trailer that is rated to carry the weight of a 556 pound lawn tractor to avoid damage to the trailer as well as the lawn tractor.

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