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Craftsman EZ3 917.259521 Owner's Manual

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8E /,4RS
®
MODEL NUMBER 917.259521
oAssembly
o Operation
oCustomer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
OWNER'S MANUAL
CAUTION:
Read
and follow
all safety
rules and instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800o659-5917
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  • Page 1 8E /,4RS ® MODEL NUMBER 917.259521 OWNER'S MANUAL oAssembly o Operation oCustomer Responsibilities oService 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: 1-800o659-5917...

  • Page 2: Brake

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator...
  • Page 3 RUDING EQUIPMENT 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 detective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATION ............10-14 SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......20-25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 15-19 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27-28 'TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ......... 30-47 INDEX ................
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories end 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 CONTENTS DWARE PACK Parts packed separately in carton Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher © Seat Mulcher Plate (1) Hex Bolt 3/8o16 x 1 Steering Wheel (1) Locknut Video 5/16-18 Cassette (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Lock Washer Manual...
  • 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. the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier, Standard...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal SEAT with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown Tighten securely. ° Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi- SEAT PAN nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely..
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING DISCHARGING BRACKET Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. DEFLECTOR 3/8-16 / LOCKNUT 318" WASHER SHOULDERBOLT GAUGE WI- FIG.
  • Page 10 OPERATWON These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the producL Learn and understand their meaning BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 11 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarizeyourselfwith the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION AMMETER...
  • Page 12 OPERATION 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, NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing...

  • Page 13: Carburetor

    OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. ° To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat ° Make all turns slowly_ with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine, TO TRANSPORT...
  • Page 14 OPERATION Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug (See Fig. 9) TO START ENGINE mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine dry before mowing. has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to fuel from the tank to the engine...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RE:SPONSmBMLmES AS YOU COMPLETE '_'_a'_'_ REGULAR SERV,OE RVlC EDATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fasteners _" 6/#47 Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBIL TIES TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION ASSEMBLY If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjuste& TRA,L, NGEOGE (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSHB LmTmES BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc,) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- oils will result in increased oil consumption when used cient for normal use_ However, periodic charging of the above 32°F.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPON$ BILmTHE$ CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- or compressed air' to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum...
  • Page 19 CUSTOM RESPONSUBILnTIE$ MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARKPLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 20 SERVBCE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.

  • Page 21: Side-To-Side

    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS...
  • Page 22 ;ERVNCE AND ADJUSTMENTS WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Tbe 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 'q'O REMOVE NUT"A"...
  • Page 23 RWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig. 29) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ingwheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- section of this manual.
  • Page 24 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 31) gdll, The throttle control has been preset at the factory and Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 25: Throttle Control Cable

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS (See Fig. 32) TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ACCELERATION TEST - The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- Move throttle control lever from slow (._) to fast (,_) ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjust- position.

  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE _mmediately 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 IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...

  • Page 27: Operation 1

    TROUBLESHOOTmNG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Engine not "CHOKED" properly See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting to start Bad spark plug Replace spark plug Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check wiring, switches and connections If not 1, Faulty operator-safety presence control system Engine congnues to run corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat department with attachment clutch engaged Worn, bentor looseblade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Poor cut - uneven...

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