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Craftsman EZ3 917.256660 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.256660 Owner's Manual

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DEL NUMBER 917.256660
/:IN°
OWNER'S
MANUAL
oAssembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
- Service and Adjustments
- Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow
all safety rules and instructions
before operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917
1/111111111111111
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  • Page 1 /:IN° DEL NUMBER 917.256660 OWNER'S MANUAL oAssembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities - Service and Adjustments - Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917 1/111111111111111...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH_ GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all |nsl_Jctions [n the manual Tragic accidents can occur' if the operator is not alert to the...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts lound to be defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ....... ;........2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-19 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... 5 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 ASSEMBLY ..............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH ENTS illllll,,, ....These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractorwas purchased° Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor_ MAINTENANCE ENGINE GASCAN...
  • Page 6 _ILLL I I Ill l Ill HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS iiH,,i ii iJl Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x I Plate Mulcher Seat Steering Video Wheel Cassette Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Boot (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Manual...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY i ii i,l,,i,,,ll Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts _eftunassembled for shipping purposes_ To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 ILII CONNECTBATTERY (See Fig. 2) SEAT PAN SEAT ... CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- move metal bracelets, wristwatch SHOULDER ',_,,\\.._ \ \ \ \\ \ bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding.
  • Page 9 Place the R.H_ suspension arm on outward pointing INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 5 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm, Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension as shown,, arms are raised with attachment lift control.
  • Page 10 iVlBLY i i illl i illll INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6A and DEFLECTOR SHIELD • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown° NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning. ÷ BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATIO KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments,, Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH...
  • Page 13 OPERATION 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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO TRANSPORT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) ,Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach- Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing ment lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will •...
  • Page 15 OPERATION If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to • Place gear shift [ever in neutral (N) position., reduce toad and possible fire hazard from dried clip- Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position_• pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the Move throttle control to fast (._) p_tio'ri desired height°...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER ;IBILITIES m ,, ....choc, E_gioe Oil L evel _" i ¸ ..iv ..i ... C'hange 'EngineOil CleanAir Filter .._#'2 Clean Air Screen .... Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester ReplaceOil Ftlter(if equipped) tie"" Engine €oo"ng F i.s ..v' v' Repiace S park Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBIL TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced° An Always observe safety ruleswhen perform!pg any ma[_!e- unbalanced blade will cause excessive gibration and even- nance_ tual damage to mower and engine,. BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBI V-BELTS Check V-belts for deteriorationand wear after 100 hours of DRA1N_ AIR SCREEN operation and replace if necessary. The' belts are n_t PLUG " adjustable_ Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxte free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.
  • Page 19 ill/ i,l,i iJl/i iiJlJ l,/i Jl, i i,iilll CUSTOMER RESPONSIBmLITmES MUFFLER IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE Inspectand replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION._QF THE CARTRIDGE., DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE° DO NOT equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage,.
  • Page 20 AND ADJUSTMENTS it,i , IN UL ....' IIIIIIll I Illlllllll,lll ........ CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutcWbrake pedal fully and_set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, ° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.
  • Page 21 ill,ll illll ,ll, U SERV ADJUSTMENTS BOTHFRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "E" NUT "F LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 20 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) LINKS TRUNNION IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDEo FIG. 22 THE FOLLOWING FRONT*TO*BACK ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 22 S RVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS "_'_"-"_ ..............i'_" , , • Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot (See Fig. 24) locations cut in the side of brake plate, Park the tractor on levet surface°...
  • Page 23 ' ii1_111, II_'J"_I'_II'II'III'H' SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT GEARSHIFTLEVER (See Fig. 27) NEUTRAL Park the tractor on ievel surfacer Engage parkingbr_.ke. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest° • Remove mower (See 'q'O REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 24 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt forward and lift off of tractoL (See Fig. 31) To reinstall, slide hood pivot brackets into slots in ° frame. Reconnect headlight wire connector and close hood. ate explosive gases.

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable 2

    i ii ii iiiii iiiiilU ii 1111111111¸ iiiiilUlllllllll SERVICE A D ADJUSTMENTS ACCELERATION TEST + ° Move throttle control lever from slow (.€_.) to fast (.ee) _,:<+ position° If engine hesitates or dies, turn idie mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accel-...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    STORAGE i illlll,i, ,, ,i ii ii ....illllll L ..ENGINE Immediately prepare your + tractor for' storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used fer 30 days or more° FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: 1T IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT...
  • Page 27 I'1'11111 IIIII1'11'11'11'11'111 LLLI rill ......TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ............ :" ....... JJJHJ U= PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wilt not start 1_ Outof fuel, 1,, Fill fuel tank. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine flooded, Wart several minutes before attempting to start, 4., Bad spark plug- 4,, Replace spark plug Dirty air filter`...
  • Page 28 ,ll,i ,lln,ll TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ......i = i ,= i,,l=lH==,,, iHi illll PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1,, Faulty operator-sali_ty presence cont_'ol system, Check wiring, switches and connections if not Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department, engaged...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. ;---t ..' AMMETER ¢'_ STARTER wHit_ _ _ °_,cK t ,,_, W.itE'O' WHITE (._.) ' |_.2_J._._._ ._-T-q SOLENOID ' ..- J_ BLACK,_ CLUTCH I BRAKE ......,-., , (PEDAL UP) ELECTRIC...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 ," . l I...
  • Page 31 Cabte, Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 12421iX Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, IgnitionSwitch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 151215 Harness, Ignition 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...
  • Page 32 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,256660 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION Chassis 151169 Drawbar 140356 17490612 Screw, Thd+, Roll. 3/8-'16 x 3/4 Type TT STD551025 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 146077 Bumper Snap-ln 145206 Saddle 126471X Clip, Fuel Line 154587X010 Dash, Silkscreened STD533710...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 DRIVE 110113 40-----4 as-_...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145602 Transaxle, Peerless, 6 Speed, 12000039 Ring, Klip Model Number 930-057A 127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove, Plastic 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 123789X Bellcrank Assembly 123666X Pulley, Transaxle 123205X Retainer, Belt 12000028 Ring, Retainer...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 STEERING ASSEMBLY "-_"_'-"_ _' 35...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 142033 Axle Asm Front 135227 Spindle Asm Lh 135228 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 12t748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga Washer 27/32 X t 1/4 X '16 Ga 19272016 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 123976X Seat 140123 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz 153236 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 140551 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 STD541431 Clip Push-In 145006...
  • Page 39 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Decal Mower Drive Schematic 140819 Decal Dash InstructionOperat Eng 139346 Decal Hood Rh Craftsman Decar, Insert, Hood 150683 151303 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 133179 Decai Mower Qc System 150684 138047 Decal Malnt Customer Sears Dom...
  • Page 40 PARTS REPAIR TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 ENGINE • '_i P ''''_ _'_"_ 41 33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 154546 Engine B&s 19hp, Model No. 42A707, Type Nor 1625 -01 Muffler Exhaust 149723 Exhaust Asm. Left 144069 144068 Exhaust Asm.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 MOWER LIFT d ° 161718...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136973 Wire Assyo, inner, with Plunger 145117 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32xl x21 Ga.. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read t22512X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 MOWER DECK '°,oo_]/F 103102 _______7 4 10_44/7_ / 10F3 106 101_...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137554 153125 Deck Asm., Mower 46" Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 144917 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Pulley, Idler, Driven 137273 STD624008 Retainer Spring Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 17490620 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A 68 34 1o4.._® MODEL n_ SERIAL: NUMBERS XERE...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 930-057A REF PART REF PART NO. NO° DESCRIPTION NO. NO, DESCRIPTION Locknut 5/I6-24 772108A Cover, Transaxle 792075 Holder, Brake Pad 780086 Bearing, NeedIe 790025 Spacer 770102A Case, Transaxle 786066 Bracket Brake Lever 776260...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRA'i-I'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 868 _ 634A (_ 42@_ 552A _ 24 615 q_ 284A...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 1358 GASKET SET ] 1861 puMP R EPAIR 1 i21 .... CARBURETOR' ..... 1095 ALVE OVERHAU L GASKET ...._117 1006 1005...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 209A _:_ 229...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 MANUAL! r1058 OWNER'S "A" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 305A...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS :'TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 94764 Screw, Sems 497074 Cylinder' Assembly 222511 399265 Bushing Washer, Spring 94326 * Seal, Oil Screw, Sems 391086...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256660 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42A707, TYPE NUMBER 1625-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 230 223882 Washer, Governor Crank, Inside 569 272645 * Gasket, Base 232 262539 Spring, Link 572 224816 Baffle, Air, Cylinder #2...
  • Page 54 RVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE_OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUll SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE, 15 ° MAX. ii ii iilllll _J /% Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _! AA greater than 15 ), never across the face.

  • Page 56: Replacement

    I:RR MRN° OWNER'S 19.0 HP TWiN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START MANUAL 46" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number° Each engine has MODEL NO. its own model number, 917.256660 The model number for "your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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