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Craftsman EZ3 917.270622 Owner's Manual

15.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
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®
15.5
ELECTRIC
42"
AUTOMATIC
;TART
LAWN TRACTO
Model No.
917.270622
o Safety
o Assembly
® Operation
o Maintenance
o Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1=800=659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1=800=659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ....... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,...
  • Page 3 ° Do not try to stabilize the machine by • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. o Stop engine before removing grass o Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute° slopes.
  • Page 4 Never make adjustments or repairs o Mower blades are sharp and can cut. with Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. o Check brake operation frequently. to wear, damage, and deterioration, Adjust and service as required.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    A spark arrester for the muffler is available through CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase your nearest Sears Authorized Service of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of designed, engineered and manufactured this manual).
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3116 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Hex Bolts 1t4-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Washers...
  • Page 7 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SiZE (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 Washers #10 (2) Lock (2) Weld Nuts (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Latch Hook Seat Assemblies Steering...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your newtractor has been assembledat 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 proper tightness.
  • Page 9 INSTALL SEAT HOW TO SET LiP YOUR TRACTOR Adjust seat before tightening adjustment CONNECT BATTERY knob. ,_kCAUTtON: Do not short battery termi- ° Remove cardboard packing on seat nals by allowing a wrench or any other pan. object to contact both terminals at the °...
  • Page 10 TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your trac- Simply remove mulcher plate and store in tor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in a safe place. Your mower is nowready for discharging or installationof optional the Service and Adjustments section of...
  • Page 11 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literaturesupplied with the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON LIGHT UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
  • 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 of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 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 performingany adjustments or repairs.We recommenda wide vision safety mask over the spectacles,or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 o Avoid stopping or changing speed on , "['heaverage lawn should be cut to hills. approximately2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during o If slowing is necessary, move throttle hot months. For healthierand better control lever to slower position. looking lawns,mow often and after o If stopping is absolutely necessary, push...
  • Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE o Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL o Sit on seat in operating pos_on, depress • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
  • Page 16 = Slowly move motion control lever for- NOTE; At a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) ward; after the tractor moves approxi- the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion adjusted for best engine performance..
  • Page 17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS Max 1/3 IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. o The special mulching blade will recur the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Check Brake Operation : 6/ ......Check Tke Press'u're' Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ..' 6/7' Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lobrica',onCho......6/ :: i i"':i Check Battery Leve ! ... : : Clean Battery and Terminals/Re,charge ......

  • Page 19: Operation

    TO SHARPEN BLADE TRACTOR NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening Always observe safety rules when per- blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is forming any maintenance. balanced. BRAKE OPERATION Care should be taken to keep the blade If tractor requires more than six (6) feet balanced.
  • Page 20 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils o Rinse the battery with plain water and (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in dry. cold weather, these multi.viscosity oilswill o Clean terminals and battery cable ends resultin increased oil consumptionwhen with wire brush until bright. used above 32°F.
  • Page 21 ENGINE COOLING FINS AIR FILTER Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine "four engine will not run properly using a cooling fins to prevent engine damage dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner from overheating. after every 25 hours of operation or every °...
  • Page 22 o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. o Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. Filter We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- CLEANING tor are covered to keep water out.
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWERHOUSING o If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked = To lower front of mower housing, loosen on level ground or driveway. Make sure nut "G"...
  • Page 24 BELT INSTALLATION . Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves o Install new belt in reverseorder of and inside all belt guides. removal. ° Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions. Idler Mandrel Pulleys Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE...
  • Page 25 TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER Road test tractor after adjustment The motion control lever has been preset repeat procedure if necessary. TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. The motion control lever has been preset if for any reason the motion control lever at the factory and adjustment should not will not hold its position while at a selected...
  • Page 26 o Connect the other end of the BLACK TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, o Block up axle securely. away from fuel tank and battery. o Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE wheel contains a square key - Do not...
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- o With engine not running, move throttle SEMBLY control lever from slow to choke posi- ° Raise hood. tion. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position. o Unsnap headlight wire connector. TO ADJUST CARBURETOR °...
  • Page 28 ACCELERATION TEST - Throttle Idle Speed o Move throttle control lever from slow to Screw Lever fast position. If engine hesitates or dies, tum idle mixture valve out (counter- clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.
  • Page 29 ,, Drain the fuel tank. OTHER ,, Start the engine and let it run until the ° Do not store gasoline from one season fuel lines and carburetor are empty. to another. ,, Never use engine or carburetorcleaner o Replace your gasoline can if it starts to products in the fuel tank or permanent rust.

  • Page 30: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTI _G CHART CORRECTION ..P,R,,@BLEM ....CAUSE ° Fill fuel tank. Wilt not start Out of fuel. ° See =TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" prop- Operation section. erty. • Wait several minutesbefore • Engine flooded. attempting to start, o Replace spark plug.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEIVI CAUSE CORRECTION Clean and regap or change + Faulty spark plug. Loss of power (cont'd) spark plug. o Replace fuel filter. ,, Dirty fuel filter. ,, Drain fuel tank and refill with - Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION o Clean underside of mower hous- Poor grass discharge -Buildup of grass, leaves and (cont'd) trash under mower. ing. = Mower drive belt worn. - Replace mower drive belt. • Blades improperly installed. ° Reinstall bladessharp edge down.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 SCHEMATIC BATTERY BLAC:K CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDALUP) IGNITION SWITCH BLAC_ GROUNDING CONNECTOR _t_(N 2 SPARK PLUG "0' ....PLUGS ON CYL ENGINES) OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE HEADLIGHTS BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 ELECTRICAL ---T...
  • Page 35 SwitchPlungerNc Gray 140301 Switchlgn4 Pos 124211X Nut Ignition 141226 CoverSw Key BIk I 25 TextSLT 109310)( Key ign Molded Craftsman 156442 Harness Ign Man Cl Am Hm 97 71110408 Bolt BlkoFin Hex 1/4-20 Uno x t/2 131563 Cover Terminal Red 145673...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160393 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drav_0ar 17490612 Screw,Thd. Roll 3t8_16x 3/4 STD551025 Washer 13/32x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash Saddle 155923 12647tX Clip Insulator °406Mtg Hole Dash 161938X013 STD533710 Bolt,Carriage3/8-16 x 3/4 155927...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 GROUND DRIVE • 51...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION Screw 140607 Transmission, Asm° 142432 Guide,Belt,MowerDriveRH 142431 Spring, Return, Brake 134683 Strap,Torque,Lh 144698 Pulley,Transmission 141417 Washer 13/32x 1-I/4 x 12 Ga. 141003 Rod, Shift 19132012 Strap,Torque, Rh 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 141418 73800500...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - ,. MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 FrontAxle Assembly Spindle Assembly,L.H. 156483 157473 SpindleAssembly, Roll. Bearing,Race, Thrust, Hardened 6266H Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 12t748X Washer 27132x 1-I/4 x 16 Gauge 19272016 12000029 Ring, Klip...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - " MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 ENGINE...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION ControlThrot/Ch Lh 162157 Screw Hex Thd Cut I14-20x5/8T 17720410 Engine(See Breakdown) B&S Model 28UT07-1174-E1 137352 Muffler ExhaustB&S Lt 272293 Gasket 1 313 ld Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3" 13200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8_18Npt STD551237...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 3350 Blk/bfkCraftsman 140122 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 140561 121248X Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bushing Snap BIkNyl 50 Id STD523710 BoltFinHex3/8-16uncX 1 Bolt RdhdShtNk 1/4-20x1-1/2 72050412 19131610 Washer13/32X 3/4 X 10 Ga 134300 SpacerSplit 28 X 96 Zinc...
  • Page 45 Decal,V-belt Dr SchTractor 273303 Decal,EngtneHp 160396 Decal, Mower DriveSchematic 163200 Decal,HoodRh Craftsman Decal, Mower _3 Mulching 163202 163203 Decal, Hood Lh Craftsman Sears 133644 Decal, Maint Customer Sears 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntd Mvt Hyd Decal, Dash Pnl B&S 15.5 163250 Turbo 138311...
  • Page 46 .TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 WasherAsm Inner Spring W/Plunger 159471 ShaftAsm,, U ft 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133.-62 19211621 Washer 2t/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Ny_ong 125631X Grip Handle Ruted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 MOWER DECK 77 _'67 106s_-_ 102 103 105 101.,.'__ 104 106 ,oz. - _...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR =- MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Bolt,Shoulder#10-24 Grade 5 Mower Housing 131340 STD533107 Boit STD541410 Locknut 1380'17 BracketAssembly, Sway Bar, 139888 Bolt, Shoulder5/t6-t8 UNC Front 131845X Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 133943 Washer, Hardened STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 HYDRO TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 310-0500...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 310-0500 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Locknut,Hex 5/16-24 UNJC 142986 Housing,Lower 150778 Brake Rotor/Stator K it 142987 Assembly, U pperHousing 142958 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x ,060 142932 Seal, Lip 142884 Differential Assembly 142928 Ring, Wire Retaining...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 230 614 _" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 30510_...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 1'2"/;"" 138'""106"987 95 117 _6_A _37__;_j ,_._s, 1,=, 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT i21,,,,CARBURETOROVERHAUL KIT ..27_ ..-4Ae 127 < 138_ "A"REQUIRES SPECIALTOOL_ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 868 868A 634A _423 _537o 171 _ ,_ .... iii ii1,1 358 GASKET SET _,1...i.. 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 1006...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 !_ot, L ,B_L K,T I iio_ EM,!,SSIONSi LABEL K!T-...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-EI PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496412 CylinderAssembly 281346 Bushing, ThrotUeShaft 399265 Bearing,Cylinder 498030 Valve, Needle 391086 * Seal, Oil 94098 ** Screw, Throttle 494238 Base, Engine 495800 Screw, Idle Speed 495858 Head, Cylinder...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270622 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 28U707, TYPE NUMBER 1174-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 810068 Screw, Set 213998 Link,Counter_veight 496280 Housing, Blower 399891 Counterweight Assembly 94786 Screw,Hex, Head, 298909 Pin, Counterweight Blower Housing Mounting 94593 Screw,Counterweight 225020 Shield,Cylinder...
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  • Page 60 For the repair or replacementparts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1=800=366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800=4=REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a...