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Craftsman EZ3 917.272220 Owner's Manual

17.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
IC..mM.N'l
LIMITED
EDITION
17.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272220
• 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 equip-
ment.
For answers
to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman
Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, 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 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS For two (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 or workmanship.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca- SLOPE OPERATION pable of amputating hands and feet and Slopes are a major factor related to loss- throwing objects. Failure to observe the of-control and tipover accidents, which following safety instructions could result can result in severe injury or death. All in serious injury or death.
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed • Keep children out of the mowing area area. and under the watchful care of another • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade responsible adult. • Be aled and turn machine off if children attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- enter the area.
  • Page 5 In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase quired by law (Section 4442 of the C_ of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been de- fornia Public Resources Code). Othe signed, engineered and manufactured to states may have similar laws. Feders give you the best possible deper_dabitity laws apply on federal lands.
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Wasl (1) HexBolt 5/16-18x 1-1/4 (1)Locknut 5/16-18 _._ (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Adapter Steering Wheel teenng Boot ShaftExtension[ Seat (1) Washer (1) Should_ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-" 1) Knob Keys Video Cassette...

  • Page 7: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your 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 trac- tor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

  • Page 8: Install Seat

    INSTALL SEAT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID Adjust seat before tightening adjustment (See Operation section for location knob, and function of controls) • Remove adjustment knob and flat • Press lift lever plunger and raise at- washer securing seat to cardboard tachment lift lever to its highest posi- packing and set aside for assembly of tion.
  • Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previ- The tires on your tractor were overinflated ously removed) at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- • Raise and hold deflector shield in up- rect tire pressure is important for best cut- right position.
  • Page 10 o/ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC- TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
  • Page 11 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 O_L PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...

  • Page 12: Height Adjustment

    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 Ignition Position Ammeter Switch...
  • 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 I or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments I or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 14: To Operateon Hills

    The cutting height range is approximately • Select desired height of cut. 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured • Lower mower with attachment lift con- trol. from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are •...

  • Page 15: Towing Carts And Other Attach- Ments

    ADD GASOLINE • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control. • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular • Pull freewheel control out and down unleaded gasoline with a minimum of into the slot and release so it is held in 87 octane.

  • Page 16: Cold Weather Starting

    NOTE: Before starting, read the warm PURGE TRANSMISSION and cold starting procedures below. ACAUTION: Never engage or disen- • Insert key into ignition and turn key gage freewheel lever while the engine is clockwise to "START" position and re- running. lease key as soon as engine starts.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    • Slowly move motion control lever for- ward; after the tractor moves approxi- mately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    F, LL,NDA EE AS COMPLETE ..REaULAR SERVICE _'/_SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlc.:k System_ Check for Loose Fasteners 11_7 Shargen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Ttansaxfe Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(S) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 19 • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs TRACTOR torque). A_ways observe safety rules when per- IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 h forming any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION TrailingEdge Up _,. _.. Man( If tractor requires morn than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high- est gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 20 TOCLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of ( Corrosion anddirtonthebattery a ndter- eration or at least once a year if the tra{ minals c ancause thebattery t o for is not used for 50 hours in one year. "leak"...
  • Page 21 CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this sec- Air screen must be kept free of dirt and tion of this manual, through step re- chaff to prevent engine damage from move drain plug). overheating.
  • Page 22 • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. (_1__ Clamp We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- Clamp / \__uel Filter trical system, muffler, air filter and carbu- CLEANING retor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Before making any necessary adjust- ments, check that both front links are Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Both links should be on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately 10-3/8". tiros are properly inflated (See "PROD- •...

  • Page 24: Belt Installation

    TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placedwithouttools. Parkthe tractoron lev91surface. Engage parkingbrake. Jam Nut BELTREMOVAL- * Remove mowerfrom tractor(See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this sectionof this manual). • Work belt off bothmandrel pulleys'and idler pulleys.
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT If steering wheel cressbars are not hori- The motion control lever has been preset zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- at the factory and adjustment should not tioned straight forward, remove steedng be necessary.

  • Page 26: Replacing Battery

    TOSTART ENGINE WITH A WEAK REPLACING BATTERY BATFERY & CAUTION: DOnot shortbatteryterm- nals by allowinga wrenchor any other & CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- objectto contactbothterminalsat the ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame same time. Beforeconnectingbattery,re- and smoking materials away from batter- move metal bracelets, wristwatch ies.

  • Page 27: Interlocks And Relays

    INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS ENGINE Loose or damaged wiringmay cause your Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the tractorto run poorly,stop running,or pre- emission control devices and systems, which vent it fromstarting. are being done at the customersexpense, • Check wiring. See electricalwiringdia- may be performed by any non-road engine gram in the Repair Parts section.
  • Page 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR • Recheck idle speed. Readjust if necessary. The carburetor has been preset at the factory ACCELERATION TEST- and adjustment shouldnot be necessary. • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast However, minoradjustment may be required position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn to compensate for differencesin fuel, tam- idle fuel adjusting noodle out (counter- perature, altitudeor load.
  • Page 29 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with which leads to separation and formation...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART =ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Outof fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. • Engine flooded. • Wait several minutes before attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change Continued spark plug. • Didy fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with • Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART _ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass • Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace/sharpen blade. :lischarge (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. •...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,272220 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID _u_ W" ' "_11 "_'_', " AMMETER ..STARTER (OPTIONAL) ;"_-' ..WHITE _,_IT E ..(>t_ G, J _ -"'--:' °o 3. I _,-UT_H,,_,_,-_l0 ELECTRIC CLUTCH SW,TCH :A i E : ..
  • Page 34 TRACTOR-- M ODEL N UMBER 917.272220 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 UNC 145491 Cable, Ground 160784 Switch, Seat 163968 Switch, Ignition 140463 Key, Molded, Craftsman 170233 Harness, Ignition 131563 Cover, Terminal 145673 Solenoid 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 169416 Switch Pro 3 Pdt Red Delta...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES " _7155 _"166...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drav, bar 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 161566X614 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel, Dash, LH 167202 Panel, Dash, RH 161023X612 Hood Assembly 162026 Plate Battery STYT 19131312...

  • Page 38: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 GROUND DRIVE...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 169691 Keeper, Center Span Hydro gear Model314-0510 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Lt 8883R Cover, Pedal 145028 Clutch Elec Evx 145868 Pulley, Clutch 76620416...

  • Page 40: Steering Assembly

    I H/._ ! UH - - MUUI::L NUMBER 917.272220 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X614 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, 169839 Spindle Assembly, R,H. 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164091 Control, Th roffle/Clloke 8543FI Line, Fuel ..Engine, (See Breakdown) ..Plug, Oil Drain (See Engine Kohfflr Model No. CV491-27501 Breakdown) 174667 Muffler 109227X Pad Idler 1,75 x .75 x .06 12-041-o3 Gasket Kohler...

  • Page 43: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 9 17.272220 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174785 Seat "72050412 Bolt, Carriage 114-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, P;voL Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 71110616 Bolt 123740X Spdug 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge 123976X Loci(nut, Flange 114 Grade 5 145006...
  • Page 44 Decal, Battery DngdPsn Eng 133644 Decal, Customer Maintenance 163205 Decal, Fender Side 172331 Decal, Mower Heavy Duty 138311 Decal, Lift Handle 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 165800)(614 Pad Footrest LH STLT 156439 DecaI, FenderDanger 165799X614 PadFootrestRHSTLT 174865 Decal, Grille 169210 Decal, By Pass Lt Hydro...

  • Page 45: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159461 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 19131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 164024 Spring Comp Infinite 138284 Pin, Groove 169484 Retainer Clip 12000002 E-PJng 164543...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 MOWER DECK _144...

  • Page 47: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 MOWERDECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892X613 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 155046X613 Arm, Idler S]D533107 Bolt 122052X Spacer, Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 173442 Guard, TUV Idldr Front 174882 Spdng Bxt EleCt Clutch 42" 165460)(613 Bracket Sway Bar 33/42" Deck 144959 V-Belt...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 9C _...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate, Tfunion Machined 142887 Brake Actuating Pin 169898...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER C V491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 CYLINDER HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 25o351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-03-S Seal, crankshaft 12-755-94-S Kit, cylindernead (includes 12-522-49 Block, cylinder (Use Short 4,6-17, Gaskets 12 041 01- Block) S (Qty.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - oMODEL NUMB ER 917.272220 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 IGNITIONIELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLESJ 6"e AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9 17.272220 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER C V491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-086-14-S Screw, hex, flange M-545010-S Screw, hex. flange M10xl.5x46 M5x0.8xl0 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-468-10-S Washer, plain 1/4"...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS 31L PAN I LUBRICATION __12 C=_4 2°/" !--1o...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.272220 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 STARING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS PART PART DESCRfP_ON DESCRIP_ON M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange 12-079-11-S Linkage, choke M8x1.25x70 (2) 12-237-01-S Clamp, cable 25-098-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 24-086_43-S Screw, thread forming 3-8) M5x0.Sx16 12-755-54-S...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR-- M ODEL N UMBER 917.272220 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 2 7501...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.272220 KOHLER E NGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV491, TYPE NUMBER 27501 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART DESCRIP_ON PART DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) X-22-1t-S Washer, lock t/4" 12-014-57-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) M-629116-S Stud MSxt,0xt16 25-139-27-S Plug, cup 12-853-95-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, SIGHTING NOT ACROSS HILL "_ GUIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gredu- Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • 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! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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