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Owner's Manual
£RI:IFTSMAN +
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273080
EZ 3
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
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, I160179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 For answers to your questions Read and follow all Safety about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179...
- Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip charge will apply.
- Page 3 SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Slopes are a major factor related to loss- and throwing objects. Failure to observe of-control and tipover accidents, which the following safety instructions could can result in severe injury or death. All result in serious injury or death.
- Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another area. • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adult. attachment bolts, tight and keep • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
- Page 5 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. it has been In the state of California the above is designed, engineered and manufactured required by law (Section 4442 of the to give you the best possible depend- California Public Resources Code).
- Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Extension Wheel Insert " _? Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder t_(1) Knob Bolt 5/16-18 Mower (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)
- Page 7 Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys...
- Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those pads lefl 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 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment (See Operation section for location knob. and function of controls) • Remove adjustment knob and flat WARNING= Before starting, read, washer securing seat to cardboard understand and follow all instructions in packing and set aside for assembly of the Operation section of this manual Be seat to tractor.
- Page 10 • Place front of mulcher plate over fret IMPORTANT: For shipping purposes, the of mower deck opening and slide inl mulcher plate was preattached to your place, as shown. mower. The mulcher plate must only be • Hook front latch into hole on front of used with the mulching blades that came mower deck.
- Page 11 • Install one front link in top hole of the • Turn height adjustment knob clock- R.H. front mower bracket and R.H. wise to remove slack from mower front suspension bracket. Retain with suspension• two single loop retainer springs as •...
- Page 12 v"CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THATYOU RECEIVETHE BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. / No remaining loose parts in carton. ./Battery is properly prepared and charged.
- Page 13 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 LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
- Page 14 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. Ammeter IgnitionSwitch Attachment Clutch Switch Lever...
- Page 15 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 16 The cutting height range is approxi- • Select desired height of CUt. mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are • Lower mower with attachment tift control. measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These •...
- Page 17 • Do not push or tow tractor at more ADD GASOLINE than two (2) MPH. • FiJIfuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular • To reengage transmission, reverse unleaded gasoline with a minimum of above procedure. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck...
- Page 18 • Insert key into ignition and turn key • The attachments can be used during clockwise to "START" position and the engine warm-up period after the release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed up [3o not run starter continuously and may require the choke control be more than fifteen seconds per minute.
- Page 19 • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/ brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse...
- Page 20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Cha_l Check Battery Level v" Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle COOling...
- Page 21 IMPORTANT: To ensure proper ass, TRACTOR bly, center hcte in blade must align, Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washe, BRAKE OPERATtON and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more than six (6) feet shown.
- Page 22 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BA'I-I'ERY The transaxle was sealed at the facto Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transaxle. Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicin! with an automotive charger will extend contact your nearest authorized servic...
- Page 23 • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge nPUg plate, and nut. • Reinstall air cleaner cover and se, by tightening knob. Cartridge Foam Pre-Clesner Cartridge _Oil Fill Cap/ Dipstick CLEAN AIR SCREEN Rubbe Seal Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
- Page 24 _CAUTION: B efore performing anyservice o radjustments: Depress clutch/brake pedal f uUy a ndsetparking b rake. Place motion c ontrol lever i nneutral (N)position. Place attachment clutchin"DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition k ey "OFF" a ndremove key. Make sure theblades a ndallmoving p arts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire fromspark plug andplace wire where itcannot come incontact with plug.
- Page 25 Bottom of Curl Bottom of Cud BothFront Links Shouldbe Equal in Length FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. if the following front4o- back adjustment is necessary, be sure to Nut "H_ Nut "G" adjust both front links equally so mower Trunn on/"_'r-_J_=l"...
- Page 26 L.H. Screws Mandrel Eectric Clutch Mower Cover_ Idler Pulley Drive Pulleys Belt L.H. Idler Arm Belt Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE • Reassemble mower drive belt (See BELT "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" Park the tractor on level surface. Engage in this section of this manual).
- Page 27 BELT REMOVAL - • Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt). • Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys. • Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pulley. • Remove belt from transaxle pulley. • Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idler pulley.
- Page 28 TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT LEVER Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the The motion control lever has been preset factory and adjustment should not be at the factory and adjustment should not necessary.
- Page 29 REAR WHEEL • Block rear axle securely. • Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal. • Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely. NOTE= To seal tire punclures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local paris dealer.
- Page 30 INTERLOCKS ANDRELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring Headlight Wie diagram in the Repair Parts section. Connector TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
- Page 31 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING - The choke control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not be the throttle control cable is adjusted necessary, check adjustment as de- properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE"...
- Page 32 ethanol or methanol) can attract moist_ Immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formati( storage at the end of the season or if the of acids during storage. Acidic gas car tractor will not be used for 30 days or damage the fuel system of an engine more, while in storage.
- Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Nill not start • Out offuel, • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section, • Wait several minutes before I • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ,,,_, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power * Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change Continued spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Stale or dirty fuel. • Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.
- Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Worn, bent o rloose blade. Poorgrass • Replace/sharpen blade. discharge (Contn) Tighten blade bolt. Clean underside of mower Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing. Mower drive belt worn. • Replace mower drive belt. Blades improperly installed.
- Page 36 NOTES...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID ..if ..,,,O-_-_ , F H ELECTRICCLUTCH IGNITION SWITCH " _p_: 86: .._R_N4 G_EEN ,- ---?agL-: ..LINE SPARK PLUGS UNIT (2 PLUGS _ __ ON T_/IN ENGINES FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMB ER917.273080 ELECTRICAL KEY pARr DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 BOlt, 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184...
- Page 40 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 15" i -H .¸¸1138 t,_- 47 " L_I: • +-+. •...
- Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 RaiI,FrameRH 73680500 Nut CrOwnlock 5/t 6-18 Unc 140506 Orawbar, GT 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 73880700 Nut, CrownLOCk 7/16-14Unc 137113 Bracket asm., Fender 163976 DashYTGT2Cyl 17490620 Screw Thdrol.
- Page 42 TRACTOR-- MODEL N UMBER 917.273080 GROUND DRIVE 3g /!_ _-I07...
- Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMB ER 917.273080 GROUND D RIVE KEY PART KEY PARr DESCRIPTION DESCRIPllON 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 STD541431 Nut CrOwnlock 5/16-18 7563R WasherThrustAxleHarden 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr. 5 STD541437 NutCrownlock3!6-16 142432 Screw, Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 140481...
- Page 44 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMB ER 917.273080 STEERING _" _/j6 14Z, _...
- Page 45 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 STEERING KEY pART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 159944X428 WheelSteedng 137694 Axle Asm Fr 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm LH 161848 Spindle Asm RH 6266H WasherThfust .75 x 1.230 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/6 X 16 Ga 12060029 Ring Klip #t5304-76 121232X...
- Page 46 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 ENGINE 3S/,m 80 _ J/55 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Engine (See Breakdown) 132920 Spark Arrester Kit Kohler Model No. CV22-75534 100105(X] Washer Split 161063 Muffler Side 123487X Clamp Hose BIk 13200300 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
- Page 47 TRACTOR - MODEL N U MBER 917.273080 SEAT ASSEMBLY 14_. KEY pART KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121249X Spacer Split 140'551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 123740)( SpdngCprsn 140675 Strap Fender 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc 127018X bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912...
- Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 MOWER DECK ' "\il...
- Page 49 TRACTOR- M ODEL N UMBER 9 17.273080 MOWER D ECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 DeckWeldment 156086 Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven STB62.4(_8 RetainerSpdng 137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 I_32 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 17060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
- Page 50 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.273080 LIFTASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Rod Asm. Lever STD624008 Retainer Spring 121006X Nut Jam Hex 1/2.13 Unc 159187 Shaft Asm Uft Vgt 73350800 Trunnion Lever asm Lift Rh 130171 159189 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13unc 12000022...
- Page 51 Decal Dash 160397 Decal V-Belt Schem 149516 Decal Batten/DNGR/PSN 133179 Decal Mower 163266 Decal Dash Panel 171702 Decal Hood RH Craftsman 164065 Decal Insert Strg 171703 Decal Hood LH Craftsman 138047 Decal Battery 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle 171705 Decal Side Panel GT...
- Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 2 22-3010L KIEY PAFrr KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-16 164592 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Assembly, Housing, RH 142904 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142995 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1...
- Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 TRANSAXLE PUMP-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L KEYpART KEYP/_r NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCR_N 127148X 144569 Swashplate, Vadab_e Shaft, Pump 142938 122716X Block AsSembly Ring, Retaining 122786X 122745X Pin, StainleSS, Headless Bearlng, Ball 122718X Gasket, Center Section 122715X Spacer 144578...
- Page 54 I HA_. I UH-- MUUEL NU M BER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE'MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 _m13 lS,_...
- Page 55 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER917,273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 HEADNALV_BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front Crankcase 24-033_3-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket (USE: MinitYock ) (Includes 2,3) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S Fitting 24-096-59°S Cover, breather 12-380-17oS Pin, dowel locating (6) M_o45020-S Screw, hex.
- Page 56 mn_i., I i./N _ I¥11JUl=l. I_IU IVlOI: I'l _ I l,;*l_IU_U KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 IGNITION / ELECTRICAL I BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I S_- v ,,_, la.._ _,IR INTAKE .r 1, I!_ _"._ "_...
- Page 57 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-2g-s HouSin0, blower (Includes 2 (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 M-403025-S Screw, hex.
- Page 58 TRACTOR- MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS I 1/_" OIL PAN LU B RICATION J o_tt O"'J...
- Page 59 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 24-096-05-S Cover, pinion M_31005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) M/839080-S Screw, hex.
- Page 60 TRACTOR -- MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST I FUELSYSTEM...
- Page 61 TRACTOR - MODEL NU MBER 917.273080 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22, TYPE NUMBER 75534 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1. 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-61-S Kit. carburetor w/gaskets 2. 52-139-09-S Plug, cup (InCludes 2-4) 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST 24-353-61-S Carburetor assembly (For information...
- Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme sl°...
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