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Craftsman EZ3 917.259570 Owner's Manual

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SE_/ARS
CRnFrZMnN
MODEL NUMBER 917.259570
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
° Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
CAUT|ON: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment,
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT UNE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917
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  • Page 1 SE_/ARS CRnFrZMnN MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUT|ON: Read and follow all safety rules and instructions before operating this equipment, FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT UNE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANTr THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWtNG OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IIi. CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read. understand, and tottow atl Instructions tn the manual Trag!e accidents can occur il Ihe operator is not aledto the end on the machine...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    DAYS PROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAKING YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT TO YOUR NF.AREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, (1N-HOMEWARRANTY SERVICE WILL STILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER 30 DAYS...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............. 11-t6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........',. 3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......2%27 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .,°o._ ....3, 17'-20 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............'TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 INDEX ................

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessoriesend attachmentswereavailable through most Sears retatloutlets end service centers when Ihe tractor was purchased Moat Sears stores can order these iiems for you when you provide the model number of your Iractor_ ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARKPLUG GAS CAN ENGINEOIL AIR FILTER FUELSTABILIZER...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Seat Video Casselte Steedng Wheel (1) Shoulder (1) Hex Bolt 112-13 x 1 Bolt 5/16-18 Pads Bag (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16x Gauge Lock ..{2)-Washers=3!8 ..... (2) Shoulder x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Bolts (_(2) Lock...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at ihe factory with exception of these parts left unassembled for shtpping purposes, To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor afl parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ml ii ,inll,n,mnllllu illl HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Remove cardboard packing on seat pan° Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- Assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and flat washer...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING DECK (See Fig. 4) Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place, The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck In Your mower Is now ready for discharging or installalton of proper position when operating mower Be sure they are...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE ENJOY YOUR NEW TRA CTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBES T PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFA C TION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST." ,." All assembly instructions have been completed, No remaining loose paris in cation, v"...
  • Page 11 u,u ,un u i u uu uulnllll OPERATION ,ipllJ,umHn These symbols may appear on your tractor or in (I1erature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF...
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the {tlustratlons with your tractor to famlffarize yourself with the locations of va rlous controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT CHOKE ATTACHMENT SWITCH CONTROL...
  • Page 13 OPERATION In severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shlelds while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs° We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result spectacles or Standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) (See Fig, 10) TO TRANSPORT Your tractor isequipped with an operatorpresence sensing When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with transmission by p(acIng freewheel control tn freewheeling the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged witI...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    OPERATION WARNtNO: Expe,enoe indtcaie ihat a co ol' b e'nd ..i .H.,I • Be sure the tractor ts on level ground_ fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or methane 0 can Place the motion control lever in neutral. attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of Release the parking brake and Iet the clutch?arake acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel...
  • Page 16 OPERATION i,J,,,,,,, ,,, i, i ii iii i ::::::::::::::::::::::: ,,,,i ,, ,Hll MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT= FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is MOWER HOUSING FREE OF {3UfLT-UP GRASS AND attached to tractor.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES l_Ch_ng_mot_ oIi_r_whonoO_r_((ng _n_or a h_o_ I_d or t_ h)gh amb_o_l t_r_pQ_lvr_ll e _ S_l.Vt_morooI(_t_ _h_ll oper_t_r_Ir_dirty o_d_f_Iy ¢_ndiIIot_ 3. I! oqulpp_d wilhoil (I)_or, _h[_eo o_owty 50 hours 4 .. Rep!sce bladesm_e oi|enwhentoo, ,_ fn _ndy so(L GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART ®...
  • Page 18 ,,i, CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ,U,l,i ,in TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and evem nance tuaI damage 1o mower and engine BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V_BELTS • After ot{has drained completely, replace ofl drain plug and tighten securely Check V-bottsfor dote riorattonand wear after 100 hoursof " Reffil engine with oil Ihrough otF ftl! dipstick lube, Pour operation and replace if necessary The botts are not adjustable Replace belts If they begin to slip from wear, s_owly.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES = 11 H.HHH ,HN= MUFFLER iMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE Inspect and replace corroded muffler andspark arreeter (if CARTRtDGE_ THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION equipped) as ]tcould create a fire hazard and/or damage, THE CARTRIDGE.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ,,, ,,,,,,, ii i, iiiiii1,111,1, • , ,,,i ,111 iiriii ii CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED"...

  • Page 22: Side-To-Side

    ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE AND ,1,, ,,,,,,,,,,, i, t, 11111 ii FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs, 23 and 24) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE, Adjust the mower while tractor ls parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT.TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway Make sure tires are properly...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 26) MOWER BLADE (See Fig. 25) Your tractor }s equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake If tractor requtres more than six (6) feet stopping distance...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BEt.T TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 27) (See Fig. 28) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake The motion controt lever has been preset at the factor'] and For assistance, there is a belt lnstatlatic, n guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary botlom side of reft footrest...
  • Page 25 ,, ,,,, ,L LLIL SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ,JiJ.,. i , JI.L TO ADJUST TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATrERY STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 30) If Steedng wheel crossbars ar e not hodz0ntal (Ie!t to right) when wheels are positioned siralght forward, remove steer- J_IU LLLL ing wheel and reassemble perlnstrucflons...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS illlll llllll ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE • Putt bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 32) gdlt • Reptace bulb In hoider and push bulb holder securely The throttle control has been preset at the factory and back !nto the he e in the backside of the gdtL adjuslment...
  • Page 27 i ii iiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiihllllll SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS [HJHHH • W_th throttle control lever in slow (_,m,) position, hold TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33) throttle lever against idle speed screw and adfust idle The choke control has been preset at the factory and speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM.

  • Page 28: Cleaning

    ....STORAGE ENGINE immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the traclor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS JJu,,,,,,, , =,, ,,,,,H,H, H ,,= HH_,,H,H ,, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Wgl not start Out of fuel FIll fuel tank Engine nat =CHOKED" prepetty Sen "TO START ENGINE InOperation section. Engine flooded Wait several mlnules bafara attempting to start Bad sparkpfug Replace spark plug.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ' CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Faulty operator,safety presence cenirolsyslem Engine continues to run Check wiring, swltchas and connections If not when operator leaves Seat corrected, contact an eulhorlzod s ervice cenlerl with attachment clutch dspadmenl engaged • ,,,,,,,, ,,, Worn, bent or loose blade poor_ul_uneveN Replaceblade Tighten bladebolt...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SEAT SWITCH tGNmON (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH HEADLIGHTS NOTE YOUR TRACTOR [S EQU(PPED WITH A SPECfAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM • THE UGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE (GNITION SWITCH...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9i7.259570 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable; Ground 121305X Switch, Seat 140301 Switch, ignition 4 PosltEon 1242tlX Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, ignition Switch 109310X Key Molded, Craftsman 156442 Harness, Ignition 711!0408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 t31563 Cover, Terrninal 145673 Soteno|d 736,10400 Nut Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917;259570 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...

  • Page 35: Type

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -" MODEL NUMBER 9'17.259570 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis 159527 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Th'J., Roll 3/8-t6 x 3/4 Type STD551025 Washer !3/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hoo_Dash 150156X011 Dash, SItkscreened STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.259570 DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR, - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 15007! Transaxlo (See Breakdown) t40186 Pu!iey, Engine Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gro 5 HydroGear ModeJNo 310-0650 71170764 Washer 142431 Spring, Return, Brake STD551143 143995 Putley, TransexJe 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Full-Proof 154792 Rod Shift Fender STLT...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PAH 15 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering Std Black 154427 Axle Asm Front 156463 Spindle Asm Lh 157473 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121746X Washer25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16go t9272016 Washer 27/32 X ! 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...

  • Page 41: Muffler

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 ENGINE PART DESCRIP_ON 151273 Control Throt Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut t/4-20x518 T Engine(See Breakdown) Briggs Model No, 42E707-I631-O1 t49723 Muffler Exhaust 144O69 Exhaust Asm. Left t44066 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 Ctamp Tube Doubie Engine 150176...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 MOWER LIFT 252423...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Assy., Inner/Spring, w/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring ,/'/5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Gdp Handle Fluted 122365X Bufton Plunger Read...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 MOWER DECK 21 22...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 140066 Spring, Torsion Brakes 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 138440 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar 149846 Knob Custom Oval STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny! 50 Fd 72050411 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20xl-3/6 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 74760616 BoltFtn Hex3/8-16UNCx1 134300 Spacer Split 28 X 96 Zinc 19131610 Washer Fiat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 121250X...
  • Page 47 156810 138047 Decal 8artery Diehard Sears 151299 Decal Hood Rh Craltsman 156787 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Ma ching 151300 Decal Hood Lh Craftsman 149516 Decal Battery 273503 138311 Decal Lift Handle Decal HP Engine 133644 Decat Matnt Customer Sears Dom 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntd.
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO, DESCRIPTION Washer 7/16 x 718 x .060 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 D!fferential Assembiy washer 3/4 x 1 5 x .t3...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE _ MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 46 c 284A 524 O...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 L358 GASKET SET ] IB61 PUMP REPA!,R,,,KIT _ _"-_ _1o2 "" 95 ]_104 ,,3_"_ _ _, % 2.32 m-37 f.._.2 - -.. ,,34 _,1,,_ -_257...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9'17.25;9570 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER I631-01 209A @ _92...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 [1058 OWNER'S MANUAL t 110t9 LABEL KITt '_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707_ TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 93208 Screw, Phillips 497074 Cyttnder Assembly 222511 Washer, Spring 399265 Bushing 95039 Screw, Hex 391086...

  • Page 55: Spark Plugs

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -_- MODEL NUMBER 917.259570 BR|GGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 42E707, TYPE NUMBER 1631-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 227491297 Love r Assembly, Governor 566 93585 Screw, Hex Head Washer 56293853 Befl, Governer Lever 22962199 230223882...
  • Page 56 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 57 .._ ....i_ ¸ " ....• .:..:... • ..SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 58 HHHNI IH _ IIH]ll IH Ill _ "_ " "_ , _1 I I II=lh HHIHII ' SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FO_ 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. Operate you_Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not _1 Al, greater than _15°),never across the face.
  • Page 60 £RAFTSMnN® OWNER'S 19.5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC (HYDROSTATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each lraclor has its own model number_ Each engine has its own modal number 917.259570 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat The model number lor your engine wilt be found on the b{ower housing of the engine,...

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