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Craftsman EZ3 917.270662 Owner's Manual

15.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
15.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAW
Model No.
917.270662
TRACTO
• Safety
o Assembly
o Operation
• Maintenance
° Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
t-800-659=5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am _ 5 pm, Mon - Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, il 60179
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety t-800-659=5917 Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am _ 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, il 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ..........2 Serviceand Adjustments ..... 22 Safety Rules ......... 3 Storage ..........ProductSpecifications ......6 Troubleshooting......... 2 9 Assembly............. RepairParts......... Operation..........PartsOrdering......Back Cover MaintenanceSchedule...... 1 8 Maintenance........18 LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTY ONCRAFTSMAN RIDINGEQUIPMENT PARTS For two (2) yearsfrom the date of purchase,if this CraftsmanRidingEquipmentis maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner's manual,Searswill repair or replace,free of charge,any parts foundto be defectivein materialor workmanship.
  • Page 3 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. I, GENERAL OPERATION II. SLOPE OPERATION o Read, understand, and follow all Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of- instructions...
  • Page 4 Iii. CHILDREN o Never run a machine inside a closed Tragic accidents can occur if the operator area. is not alert to the presence of children. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade Children are often attracted to the attachment bolts, tight and keep machine and the mowing...
  • Page 5 o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so & CAUTION; Tow only the attachments that you wil! not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope°...

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Repair Agreement is available on this GASOLINE 1,25 GALLONS product. Contact your nearest Sears CAPACITY UNLEADED store for details° AND TYPE: REGULAR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OILTYPE SAE 30 • Read and observe the safety rules. (API-SFiSG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F) °...
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel Steering Extension Steering Shaft Steering Sleeve Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 "_--_J" (1) Hex Bolt 5/1618xl (1) Large Flat Washer Locknut 5/16-I 8 Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/I6-18 (1) Washer t7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (I) Knob Video Cassette...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    '{our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled 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...

  • Page 9: Operation

    IN STALL S EAT TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Adjust seat before tightening adjustment Operation section location knob_ controls) function Remove adjustment knob and flat WARNING: Before starting, read, washer securing seat to cardboard understand and follow all instructions packing and set aside for assembly the Operation...
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM _CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST BRAKE"...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING C)- QI LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 12 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 various controls and adjustments° Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Ammeter...
  • Page 13 The operation of any tractor 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety...
  • Page 14 These heightsare approximateand may • Movemotioncontrol lever' t o neutral (N) vary dependingupon soi! conditions, position. heightof grass andtypes of grassbeing IMPORTANT: The motioncontrollever mowed. does not returnto neutral (N) position • The average lawnshould be cut to when the clutch/brakepedal is de- approximately2-1/2 inches duringthe pressed, coolseason and to over 3 inches...

  • Page 15: Serviceand Adjustments

    1. Check engine oil with tractor on level 3o Place motion control lever in neutral ground. (N) position. 4_ Move attachment clutch to "DISEN- Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw GAGED" position. cap tight, wait for a few seconds, Move throttle control to choke...
  • Page 16 PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS o Mower should be properly leveled _,CAUTION: Never engage or disen- best mowing performance. See "TO gage freewheel lever while the engine is LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the running. Service and Adjustments section of this To ensure proper operation and perfor- manual°...
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. o The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _j_, _///_ F,LLI= OATES AS YOU COMPLETE Check Brake .Operat!o n ....1#1' Check Tire Pressure ..Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for LOose #ast_nars ..Lubrication Ch"_ ..,,,Check Battery Level ...._' ______ _ Clean Battery and Terminals Cheek Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR 4o Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Alwaysobservesafety ruleswhen performingany maintenance. shown. BRAKE OPERATION 5, Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs, If tractor requires more than six (6) feet torque). stopping distance at high speed IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated°...
  • Page 20 ENGINE . Keep battery and terminals clean. o Keep battery bolts tight. LUBRICATION o Keep small vent holes open, Only use high quality detergent oil rated o Recharge at 6-10 amperes for ! hour_ with AP1 service classification SF, SG, or NOTE: The original equipment...
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace chaff to prevent engine damage from cartridge, overheating. Clean with a wire brush or Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner,...
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden o Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etco hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. , Keep finished surfaces and wheels free carburetor are covered to keep water out, of all gasoline,...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING approximately 10-3/8"o ° If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust the mower while tractor is parked one link to same length as other link. on level ground or driveway, Make sure ° To lower front of mower loosen nut "E"...
  • Page 24 5. Make sure belt is in all pulleygrooves TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT and inside all belt guides. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage 6. Installmowerin reverseorderof parking brake. For assistance, there is a removal instructions. belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footresL Mandrel Remove...
  • Page 25 5_ Move motion control lever to the NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant neutral (N) (lock gate) position_ 6. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. may be purchased from your local parts NOTE: If additional clearance is needed...
  • Page 26 Keps Positive Terminal Negative Te (Red) Negative (Black) Cable Cable REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. Pul! bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb Battery holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 27 ENGINE IMPORTANT: Damage to the needle valve and the seat in carburetor may result if screw Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the is turned in too tighL emission control devices and systems, which PRELIMINARY SETTING - are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine 1_, Air cleaner assembly must be assembled...
  • Page 28 experiance indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tractor will not be used for 30 days or which leads to separation and formation more.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1o Out of fuelo Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" 2o Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section, 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded, attempting to start. Bad spark plug, 4_ Replace spark plug.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power Cutting too much grass/too 1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2, Adjust throttle control. position_ Clean underside of mower Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. housing.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will Obstruction in clutch 1, Remove obstruction, not rotate mechanism. 2., Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belto drive belt. Frozen idler pulley. Replace idler pulley. Frozen blade mandrel, Replace blade mandrel. 1. Place throttle control Poor grass Engine...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 SCHEMATIC "ill-- BATTERY C/"\J_ FUSE ', fi4tf! , STARTER BLACK WHITE ,-+CL_i C,Z-F-- SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) wHrrB SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) J1 ..SWITCH BLA C;"; BLOC B_CK - a_)I_I_D_I_G-" ATT'MENTCLUTCH HOUR BLACK (CLUTCH OFF) _I_NN_CTOR --_ METER p'...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 PART DESCRIPTION 144925 8artery t2 VOLT 25 AMP 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In 166182 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 1t" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire red 166180...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis !69061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x °75 t55272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X013 Dash STD5337t0 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 CItp Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel, Dash, Roll 144983X558 Hood Assembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper, Belt Engine Hydro ..Transmission (See 154778 Guide, Belt, Mower Drive RH Breakdown) 134683 Strap, Torque, Lh Hydro Gear Modet 322-0510 169183 Washer 13t32 x 1q/4 x 12 Ga,. 165886 Rod, Shift 19132012...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270662 STEERING ASSEMBLY ,:!:,,...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 SteedngWheel 154427 A×_eAssembly STMP Dropped STL 156463 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, RoHo 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened t21748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x t6 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Ktip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162157 Control Throt/Ch Lh 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Modei28U707-1174-E3 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 td Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 318 Np! X 3" 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 318q8 Npt STD551237...
  • Page 44 -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 SEAT ASSEMBLY "_/-5 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 3350 Bfk/bik Craftsman 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 140551 121248X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (bik) Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id STD5237t0 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1...
  • Page 45 Decal, Customer Maintenance 169210 Decal By Pass Hydro Pad Footrest LH STLT 166887 Decal, Deck Mower EZ 165800X428 163204 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165799X428 156439 173022 Decal, Fender Danger Owner's Manual, English 146046 Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic 173023...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270662 LIFT ASS EM B LY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm_ Lift 105787X Pin Groove t2000002 E Ring #5 I33-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga, I20183X Bearing Nylong 12563tX Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Locknut MowerHousing STD541410 STD533107 Bolt 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake Front 133943 Washer, Hardened 165460 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 155046 Arm, Idler STD624008...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 HYDROTRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER322-0510...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL. NUMBER 917.270662 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 322-05'10 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Brake Yoke 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170407 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170408 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170354 Swashpiate,Trunion Machined 142882...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E3 1022 ss4 _J 914_ _' 1023 383_ 103, 1029 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT "_rREQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL, 1019 LABEL KIT...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270662 BRIGGS 8=STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E3 1 -&7 23t $ 634 _ , I 95 _' 987 692 g ..93,_,_ ..51A_ LMT/CARBURETOR PART NUMBER LOCATIONs THIS CARBURETOR SERVICES BOTH CHOKE-A-MATIC AND MANUAL CHOKE SYSTEMS 1=1 C ARBURETOR OVE..AUL KmT...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E3 3!0_ Z83A _lJ 729A S 151ol 513 _-,,-,, .n "-_ 3O5A_ 789 _ I4741 I006 1005 1044_ 287 __'_' 1051c" 1051 783A 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,270662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E3 1019 LABEL KITI I1036 LABEL KIT- EMISSIONS 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL]...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -= MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEl.. NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NurTIBER 1174-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496412 Cylinder Assembiy 94896 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 399265 Bushing/Seal 690602 Bushing-Throttle Shaft 391086 Seal-Oi! 498030 Idle Mixture Kit 494238 Sump-Engine 94098 @ Screw (Throttle Valve) 691165 Head-Cylinder 495800...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270662 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 693713 Gear-Pinion (For Steel Ring 693551 Motor-Starter (For Steel Gear Only) Ring Gear Only) 783A 693059 Gear-Pinion (For Aluminum 497595 Motor-Starter (For Plastic...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL ¢Jt SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _1 _ greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! lo800-4-MY..HOME sMAnytime, or night (1-800_469-4663) www.sears=com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for...