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Sears Craftsman EZ3 917.259553 Owner's Manual

Sears Craftsman EZ3 917.259553 Owner's Manual

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_DEL
917.259553
OWNER'S
iVlANUAL
Assembly
Operation
, Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
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 ® 917.259553 _DEL OWNER'S iVlANUAL Assembly Operation , Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments 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: TH!S CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT tN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, nllo CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, Jubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or reptace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............OPERATION ............10-15 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ....,..20.25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 16-19 WARRANTY ..............STORAGE ..............TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........4 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 iNDEX ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retait outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the mode! number of your tractor. ENGINE SPARK PLUG GAS CAN ENGINE OiL I FUEL STABiLiZER PERFOR_,_ANCE...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS E PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Seat Steering Wheel (1) Lockwasher (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Mulcher Plate Video (1) Hex Bolt 5/t6-18 x 1-!/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Cassette (1) Shoulder Bolt...
  • Page 7 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' tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tooJs as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 8 Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- SEAT ware). • Inspection for corrosion. SEATPAN • Testing battery. • Jumping (if required). SHOULDER • Periodic charging. BOLT LOCK WASHER FLAT •LARGE FLAT WASHER WASHER ADJUSTMENT LOCK WASHER BOLT FIG.
  • Page 9 DEFLECTOR SHIELD WHEEL BRACKET 3/8-16 LOCKNUT 3/8 WASHER GAUGE WHEEU LATCH RG. 5 HOOKS iNSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. FiG. 7 and 7) TO CONVERT TO BAGGING Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. D_SCHARG_NG NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting...
  • Page 10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. E:3 A, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFE_ RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the iocations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THRO't_LF_JCHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LiFT LEVER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. A_ways 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 13 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 8 and 11) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will position.

  • Page 14: Carburetor

    OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded When engine starts, allow engineto run withthe throttle gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded control in the choke ( \ ) position until the engine runs gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits roughly, then move throttte control to fast (,1_) position.
  • Page 15 OPERATION NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system. Move motion controileverto neutral(N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See '%0 TRANSPORT"...
  • Page 16 CUSTOM BILITi MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL iN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _ERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubricatior_ Chart Check Battery LeveVRecharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 17 TRACTOR The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter nance.
  • Page 18 CUSTOIVlE BILITIES Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and COVER KNOB clean. AiR CLEANER COVER WING NUT • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean FOAM...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER ILJTIES MUFFLER CLEAN A_R SCREEN (See Fig, 17) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum SPARK PLUGS...
  • Page 20 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress ciutcWbrake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place metion 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. Discennect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with piugo TRACTOR...

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONToTQ-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or _MPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS "PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE USTIVlENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WiTH PARKINGBRAKE"ENGAGED" (See Fig. 25} .._--NUT "A" The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. 1_1/2"- t JAM NUT ,,/_ BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER"...
  • Page 23 ERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Figs. 28 and 29} The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary if for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted as follows: Park tractor on a ]evet surface.
  • Page 24 SERVICE USTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAmRS POSmVE TER_,_NAL,, NEGATIVE TERMINAL (See Fig. 30) Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, t_taining ring and washers to allow wheel remova! (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). •...
  • Page 25 Jn general, turning the adjusting needles in (clockwise) decreases the suppty of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the adjusting needles out (counter- HOOD ciockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture. HEADLIGHT IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE...

  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: IT IS _MPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSFTS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL.
  • Page 27 TROUIBLESHOOTI POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel Fiil fuel tank. Engine net"CHOKED" propedy. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. & Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. O!ean!replace air filter.
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 'to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system, Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves sea! corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department, engaged Poor cut ° uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR = o MODEL NUMBER 917,259553 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) WHITE ..SOLENOID --bL,' 1... CLUTCH / BRAKE )G_L (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT swITcH IGNITION ..(NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE I f-. I f_, : ,..
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 uric x 3/4 Washer STD551025 STD551125 Washer STD54!025 109238X Tube, Plastic, 12" 156417 Case, Battery Mech Hinge 109596X Clamp, Hose 153664 Switch, Interlock Push-In...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,259553 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBEFI 917.259553 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 159527 Chassis Assembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood!Dash 150156X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x UNC x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 DRIVE 88 87 86 43 43...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9! 7.259553 DRIVE PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON Keeper, Center Span ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 140312 Peerless Model 205-026B 17490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT Cover, Pedal 146682 Spring, Return Brake 8883R Pulley, Engine t21520X Strap Torque...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 STEERING ASSEMBLY q-_-. 7------_...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRiPTiON 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropped STL 156483 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 157473 Spindle Assembly, R.Ho 6266H Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 2"7/32 x !-1/4 x !6 Gauge 12000029...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 140122 Seat 134300 Spacer, Split .28 x .88 140551 121250X Bracket, Pivot, Seat Spring STD523710 Bolt 123976X Locknut, Flange 1/4 Grade 5 19131610 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/18-18 UNC Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Gauge...
  • Page 39 154515 149407 Decal, Side Panel Pad Footrest RH STLT 156787 154516 Decal, Deck Mower EZ3 146709 160744 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Owner's Manual, English ° 156439 160745 OwneCs Manual, Spanish Decal, Fender Danger 142341 Decal, Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd Lt 146046...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - = MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Attester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917o259553 ENGINE PART DESCRiPTiON 147025 Control, Throttle 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV15S-41526 137350 Muffler 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90 °, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237 Washer...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR .- - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 MOWER LiFT...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.259553 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Assembly Inner/Sprg wiPlugr 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32xl x21 Gauge 120!83X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139865 Link, Lift, L.H.
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 MOWER DECK 106--...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTnON 144393 140086 Mower Housing Spring, Torsion Brakes STD533107 Bolt 141043 Guard, TUV Idler 1380t7 149846 Knob Custom Oval Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 138440 144200 V-Belt Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar STD624008 142427 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917,259553 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 205-026B !90 / 8,/_A o.,._._71A o .,,..-=71...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2595553 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 205_026B REF PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 790075 Brake Disc 790007 Brake Pad Plate 799021 Brake Pad (pkg of 2) 786026 Dowel Pin 792076A Flat Washer 41B 790085 Brake Lever 792073A Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 KOHLER ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS+41526 BLOWER HOUSRNG BAFFLES ____ 2 6--+ 8---@ 11-- 14+,..._ C"""K+"AFT F---- @-"J +...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 KOHLER ENGINE ==MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 AIR iNTAKE ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON NO. NO, DESCRiPTiON 12-743-05 Kit, Air Cleaner 12-079-07 Linkage, Choke (Includes Key Numbers 2 thru 12) 12-237-01 Clamp, Cable 25-341-02...
  • Page 50 FtEPAmRPARTS TRACTOR = - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 KOHLER ENGINE ooMODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 FUEL SYSTEM _o-_ _, y In --26 31 / CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER...
  • Page 51 REPAmR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 KOHLER ENGINE =- MODEL NUMBER CVlSS, TYPE NUMBER PS-41526 FUEL SYSTEM CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRMPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 -853-56 12-35!-01 Kit, Carburetor (Includes #2 thru 6) Lifter, Valve (2) 12-04t -02 Gasket, Air Cleaner...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.259553 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV15S; TYPE NUMBER P$-41526 cAT,o ..0--4 e--_ 1_-- --le _---19...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 9!7.259553 KOHLER ENGINE -o MODEL NUMBER CV15S, TYPE NUMBER PS°41526 iGNiTiON / ELECTRICAL CRANKCASE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCR_PTION NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 12_086o14 Screw, Hex Flange 12-032-03 Seal, Crankshaft M10xl.5x46 12-522-18 Block, Cytinder (Use Short Block) 12468-03 Washer, Plain 3/8...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SUGGESTED GUtDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ==.=_ ONLY RiDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HiLL S_GHTING !5 ° MAX° Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns graduo alty to prevent tipping...

  • Page 56: Replacement

    ® ER'S 15.5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER A UTOMATiC (HYDROSTAT|C) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. 917,259553 The model number for your tractor wilt be found on the model plate located under the seat.