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Craftsman EZ3 917.251493 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.251493 Owner's Manual

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917.251493
OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o 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

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  • Page 1 • ® 917.251493 OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service and Adjustments o 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...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE 1S CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT fN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. !11. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION •...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT For lwo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material...
  • Page 4 LE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-27 STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-20 WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 32-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........51-60 ASSEMBLY ..............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES A D ATTACHMENTS These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your tractor.. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 ARDWARE PACK CONTENTS _llJllll ....Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size = , 11 =J u (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Seat Video Cassette (1) Knob Steering Mulcher Wheel Plate (!) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering €...
  • Page 7 ,,i, i ,iii, , ,,,i, i,,,,1111 iii ii Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purpose& 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 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) ° Remove cardboard packing on seat pan_ Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. CAUTION: Do not sholt battery termi- nals.
  • Page 9 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Place the RH suspension arm on inward pointing deck pin. tf necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown..
  • Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs, 5 and 6) DEFLECTOR SHIELD Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer', !ock 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, Tighten hardware securely.
  • Page 11 OPERATmO H ,,ill These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand they meaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATION ......................... , JUIHIH ill, 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 location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for' future reference_ THROTTLECONTROL AMMETER ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 13 ATUON 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 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. ill ii,i, Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- CAUTION: Do not drive up or down JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT"...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine •...
  • Page 16 OPERATION • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to PURGE TRANSMISSION reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings Make first cut relatively high; the second to the CAUTION: Never engage or disengage desired height., freewheel lever' while the engine is run- °...
  • Page 17 CUSTO ULmES R RESPO MAINTENANCE SCH EDULE FILL IN DATES /__/_. __" AS YOU COMPLETE ,9,_ de., ,q.,, ,4_- A" ,4,- A-" ,9,Y RVlCE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation 6# #' e," Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners SharPen/ReplaceMo'we;Biades ........
  • Page 18 CUSTO tLITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance_ tual damage to mower and engine, BRAKE OPERATION °...
  • Page 19 RESIPONSR LUTUES TRANSAXLE COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig 17) Determine temperature range expected before oil change_ The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG clean to assure proper cooling, Be sure tractor is on level surface., Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission...
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER ESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 18) Remove any dust, dirt er oil from engine cooling fins to COVER __, WING NUT prevent engine damage from overheating. Engine blower housing must be removed. Remove side panels and heod CARTRIDGE ..,_._:_...
  • Page 21 SERVnCE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION; BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 22 SERVICE A ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE P/tOWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig, 25) THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS Park tractor on a level surface_ Engage parking brake EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ° Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT in "OFF" position_ (See Fig. 26) • Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. clutch plate and rotor measures 012"...
  • Page 24 SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See (See Fig. 29) Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface° Engage parking brake_ The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary_ bottom of left footrest.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. RETAINING Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be RING necessary,. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust AXLE if necessary..
  • Page 26 L'L'L I/Jllll , ,,I ii r,,,iHll m VnCE A ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ADJUSTMENT SPRING BUSHING Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill,, Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood,.
  • Page 27 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST - Move throttle control lever from slow (.,_) to fast (,@) TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position, tf engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture (See Figs, 37 & 38) screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn, Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary,...
  • Page 28 .............. ,i,r STORAGE ........ /i ii , i,i, ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor witl not be used for 30 days or more_ FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT tS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTU G POmNTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wilt not start Out of fuel Fill fuel tank, Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGtNE" in Operation section Engine flooded Wait several minules before attempting to start Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTmNG POmNTS CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Check wiring, switches and connections If not Faulty operator-safety presence control system Engine continues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat department. with attachment clutch engaged Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade boll Poor cut - uneven...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 SCHEMATIC BLACK AMMETER STARTER WHITE BLACK SOLENOID BLACK CLUTCH /BRA#E (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH BLACK BLACK IGNITION SPARK @----_ UNIT PLUGS @--4 CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM REGULATOR-- _,,x_ELLOW ALTER NATO R_ 2B VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 STD551025 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga STD541025 Nut Fin Hex 1/4-20 7697J Tube Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES L.,,- _, _o 68 103...
  • Page 35 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 140506 Drawbar, Gt 1549t3 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 136671X558 Panel Asm., Side LH 17490608 Bracket Asm, Pivot Hood Lh 73800700...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.251493 GROUND DRtVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2,5 5142H Pin Roll 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 123800X Washer STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 151146 Console Hydro Fender Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 STD561210 151179 Plate Console Shift...
  • Page 38 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Wheel, Steering '137094 Axle Asrn., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 136960 Spindle Asm, LH 136959 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 ENGINE " _ro,_I ''_...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 146412 Engine Kohler Model MV19S-57529 Muffler Asm Kohler VGT 144110 (inc. Key No, 34) Elbow Street 3/8 NPT 13240300 13280328 Nipple Pipe 3!8NPT X 3 - 1/2 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 138129 Clamp Tube Double Engine 121361X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 46" MOWER DECK *"...

  • Page 43: Gauge Wheels

    REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 46" MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 153125 Deck Asm., Mower 46" 137554 Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 144917 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Pulley, idler, Driven 4939M 137273 Retainer Spring Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 130832 17490620 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring, Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender' 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X +62 19171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga+...
  • Page 45 Operating Instruction Decal, Koh 18,5 Mag Sears 149516 Decal 146710 Battery DNGR!PSN/Acme Decal, Insert Strg 146705 Decal 138047 Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Battery 146706 Decal 151448 Decal, Grille GT IPC Hood, Craftsman, LH 140837 Decal 142336 Decal, SDL Cold Start...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917,251493 LIFT ASSEMBLY 31 37 ""';' "' °°°. 25 26 12 .-._,,...:,j 24...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm, Lever 154389 Shaft Asm. Lift Vgt 121002X Lever Asmo, Lift Rh 1200OO22 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga 7478O624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 48 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L...
  • Page 49 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 218-3010L KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 142874 Assembly, Housing, LH 153767 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 142875 Assembly, Housing, RH 142904 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x.25...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144569 127148X Shaft, Pump Swashplate, Variable 122716X 142938 Block Assembly Ring, Retaining 122745X 122786X Pin, Stainless, Headless Bearing, Ball 122715X 122718X Gasket, Center' Section Spacer t22700X...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 AIR INTAKE _jjl [___ _._AZ, ER A.E) VE._-i I ILl I I ,J,ILLLLll ..i ,i ,i i Ji _.-,-JJ__"_13 _" 17 /'_...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 AIR INTAKE BAFFLES & SHROUD KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO, NO. NO, X-276-7 52 063 44 Wing Nut 1/4-20 Baffle, #2 Cylinder' Head 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube 52 31305...
  • Page 53 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 ,i,i ...... CRANKCASE ....,i U,Jll, ,, i,, ii ,1111 c.. U.ETO. I...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 CRANKCASE CARBURETOR KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 52 04I 09 Gasket, Intake (2) 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 52 755 91...
  • Page 55 REPAaR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 9'17.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 C"A"KS"AFT DIPSTICK E;'.,_'ST'j ......
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 CRANKSHAFT ELECTRIC STARTER DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO, NO. NO. 52 098 12 82 01427 Crankshaft Starter Assembly 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust .119/,122 (AR.) (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9)
  • Page 57 REPAUR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 ..GOw..o. { FUEL PUMP FLYWH EEL IGNITION ,_--6 RJ"" 10 _ , ,i...
  • Page 58 REPAHR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 VOLANT DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION REF, PIECE REFo PIECE 47 086 08 Vis pozidriv 1/4-20 x 5/8 (2) 25 162 01 Ecrand'herbe 52 559 01 Pompe de l'ensemble de carburant, 25 086 21 Vis H &...
  • Page 59 REPAnR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 o,,_ F ,LTER OIL PAN i o.,',,,,,s',v.Tc.I PISTON AND ROD I JILL OIL PUMP I cA,,.s.,,_'rA.o v,,Lv_s ! ® 7___...
  • Page 60 REPAgR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251493 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV20S, TYPE NUMBER 57529 OIL PAN LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. X_67-64 Screw, Hex Washer' Head X-75-23 Plug, Pipe 1/8 N.ET.F_ #10-32 x 7/16 (2) 52 050 03 Filter, Oil Pickup...
  • Page 61 ......I1111 LIILIIII...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SiGHTiNG SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING "" -... SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. i IIIIIIIHI I n Illllllllll n n IIIlllllllllllllll Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not Iiii A,A greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 64: Replacement

    ® OWNER'S 18.5 HP TWIN CYLINDER MANUAL ELECTRIC START 46" MOWER HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC) GARDEN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number_ 917.251493 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under' the seat°...