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Craftsman EZ3 917.270963 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.270963 Owner's Manual

20.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic
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Owner's Manual
CRIIFTSMAN+
20.5 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.270963
•
Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and Instructions before operat-
ing 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, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Call: Read and follow all Safety Rules 1-800-659-5917 and Instructions before operat- ing this equipment. Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 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 maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    SLOPE OPERATION IMPORTANT: This cutting machine 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 can result in severe injury or death. All the following safety instructions could result 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. attachment bolts, tight and keep • Be alert and turn machine off if equipment in good condition.
  • Page 5 TORQUE: In the state of California the above is CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase required by law (Section 4442 of the of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been California Public Resources Code). designed, engineered and manufactured Other states may have similar laws.
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Extension Steering Shaft Steering Sleeve teering Wheel Adapter (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 rl - Wheel Insert (1) Lock washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Large Flat Washer Locknut 5/16-18 Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob...
  • Page 7 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 tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: You may now roll or drive you tractor off the skid. Follow the appropri- CHECK BATTERY ate instruction below to remove the • Lift hood to raised position. tractor from the skid. • If this battery is put into service after TO ROLLTRACTOR...
  • Page 9 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE • Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off (If previously removed) skid. • Raise and hold deflector shield in • Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking upright position. brake and place motion control lever •...

  • Page 10: Important Items

    _' CHECKLIST WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE 4 Engine oil is at proper level. #' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY...
  • 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 OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
  • Page 12 KNOWYOUR 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 Attachment Clutch Lever Ign_on 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 or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard...
  • Page 14 • Lower mower with attachment lift The cutting height range is approxi- mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights control. measured from the ground to the blade • Start mower blades by engaging tip with the engine not running. These attachment clutch control.

  • Page 15: To Start Engine

    • ADDGASOLINE Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular the disengaged position. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of • Do not push or tow tractor at more 87 octane.
  • Page 16 • Insert key into ignition and turn key • The attachments can be used during clockwise to =START" position the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for and may require the choke control be more than fifteen seconds per minute.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    • 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...

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    ,LL , . DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Intedoc_ Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 1#17 Lubrication Chart Sharpen/Replace Check Battery Level Mower Blades clean Battery and Terminsts Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension ll_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 19 TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat performing any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERATION Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Blade Center stopping...
  • Page 20 NOTE:The original equipment battery SAE VISCOSIW GRAOES your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. TEMPE RATURIE RANGE ANTK_IPATED BEFORE NEXT C_ CH_NGIE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS NOTE: Although...

  • Page 21: Air Filter

    CLEAN AIR SCREEN • Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, precleaner, cover and secure with Air screen must be kept free of dirt and knob(s). chaff to prevent engine damage from IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and...
  • Page 22 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and of all foreign matter. i Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. carburetor are covered to keep water out. Keep finished surfaces and wheels Water in engine can result in a short- free of all gasoline,...
  • Page 23 • Before making any necessary adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING 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 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE With Parking Brake "Engaged" DRIVE BELT UA" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See =TO Jam Nut REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 25 TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ALIGNMENT The motion control lever has been preset If steering wheel crossbars are not at the factory and adjustment should not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are be necessary. positioned straight forward, remove •...

  • Page 26: Interlocks And Relays

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK REPLACING BATTERY BA'I-rERY CAUTION: Do not short battery CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from the same time.
  • Page 27 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL Remove air cleaner cover, filter and ASSEMBLY cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the • Raise hood. Maintenance section of this manual). • Unsnap headlight wire connector. Choke should be closed. If it is not, •...
  • Page 28 • With engine off turn idle mixture screw in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns. =_ldlcer Speed FINAL SET3"ING - -..Idle Mixture • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustments with Screw...
  • Page 29 ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture Immediately prepare your tractor for which leads to separation and formation storage at the end of the season or if the of acids during storage. Acidic gas can tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Willnotstart • Out of 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

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Clean underside of mower • Build-up of grass, leaves Loss of power and trash under mower. housing. (Continued) • Dirty air filter. • Clean/replace air filter. • Check oil level/change oil. • Low oil level/dirty oil.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Place throttle control Poor grass • Engine speed too slow. discharge "FAST" position. • Travel speed too fast. • Shift to slower speed. • Wet grass. • Allow grass to dry before mowing. • Mower deck not level.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY WHITE IGNITION SWITCH (OPTIONAL) SPARK aLACK IGNITION PLUG FUEL_ UNIT [2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES) • BLUE Ck_RGING SYSTEM OUTPUT L_ VOLTS AC MIN @ 3GO0 RPM 3 AMP OC • 3600 RPM (CHARGING SYSTEM...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 ELECTRICAL I I I...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bott, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch |ntedock Push-tn 73350400...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 16983o Chassis 16g061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 168337)(013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 169119 Panel, Dash, RH 144983X558 HoodAssembly...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 GROUND DRIVE • 36 35...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 GROUNDDRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (SeeBreakdown) 71170764 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5 Hydro Gr 314-O510 STD551143 Washer 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro STD561210 PinCotter I/BxlCAD 134683 GuidaBellRHEngine 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 STEERINGASSEMBLY...

  • Page 41: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 13971_ Steering Wheel 154427 Front Axle Assembly 169840 Spindte Assembly, L.H. 169839 SpindleAssembly, R.H. 6,?.66H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/6 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000029 Ring, Klip 3366R...

  • Page 42: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 ENGINE *'3, ._._ _.,_23 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 ControlThrot Paddle 32 22 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) Bdggs Mode_No. 461707-0145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhausl Asm. Right 138129 ClampTube Double Engine 150176 Bolt 5/16 - 18 UNC X 3/4 W/Serns...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat 3450 Bik,"blk Craftsman 121248X 140123 Bushing Snap BIk Nyt 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) 72050412 Bert Fin Hex 3/8-16uric X 1...

  • Page 45: Wheels And Tires

    163205 Decal Fend Auto Sears Gold 160386 Decal Mower Drive Schematic 171696 Decal Hood RhCraftsman 138047 Decal, Battery Diehard Sears 171697 Decal Hoed Lh Craftsman 166887 Decal Deck Mower EZ3 17O933 Decal Engine H/P 149516 Decal Battery 133644 Decal MaintCustomer...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 LIFT ASSEMBLY Oil50...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm. 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylong 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Read 139865...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 MOWER DECK 0_ "_" ,_lmlL 106"_ 103 105 ,o5_/_/ lo3-\/>J 101/_,_* "j104 106 I O2 _' >21 _117 _116...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 MowerHousing 141043 Guard, Tuv Idler STD533107 Bolt 149846 KnobCustom Oval V-Belt 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway 144959 Bar,Front ST'D541437 Lock.nut, H ex W/Wsh 3/8-16 UNC 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" 136420 Cover Mulching 42' Black Screw Truss Hd Phil10-24 x5/8...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 €O €O...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing,Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142881 Puck Plate 170354...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 634 _, 552A 404 o I 1019 LABEL MANUAL 11058 OWNER'S -k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCllON MANUAL...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 307 l 865A 447_ 861 PUMP REPAIR KIT 392_ 432 _ 297_ 121 CARBURETOR KIT 643' 4741 11_6_1 2212_1138 .Iss2_ 2=5_ 211_I 2_3= _I 4231 I 592_ REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 602 1 358 GASKET SET 634 _...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 Cylinder Assembly 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) 399265 Bushing/Seal 693485 Shaft-Throttle 391086 _ Seal-Oil 807923 Kit-Idle Speed 493304 Sump-Engine 693509 • Gasket-Carburetor Body 691162 Head-Cylinder...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal) 497596 Motor-Starter 394860 Cap-Drive 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 497607 Cap-End 497608 Brush Set 691427 Housing-Starter 230674...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no _ who sold it! I"800-4-MY-HOME_._o_n_ (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for b he location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repalr Center 1-800-488-1222 _vv_ _or_rt www.sears.com...

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