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Craftsman EZ3 917.273122 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.273122 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
[RI:IFTgMAN
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273122
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ....... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matedal or workmanship.
  • Page 3 • Turn off blades when not mowing. • Do nottry to stabilize the machineby • Stop engine before removing grass putting your foot on the ground. catcher or unclogging chute. • Do not use grass catcher on steep • Mow only in daylight or good artificial slopes.
  • Page 4 • Neve_rmake adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, •...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    A spark arrester for the muffler is available through CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of designed, engineered and manufactured this manual).
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 ,.i.m (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge #10x5/8 (2) Screws @ (3) RetainerSpdngs (Double Loop) Nuts ,--, (2) Lock Washem (4)RetainerSpdngs (2) Washers (Single Loop) 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Parts Bag contents not shown full size Parts packet separately in carton (2) Keys Seat (_" "i"_ I Video Casse_e Assemblies (2) Latch Hook Steering (2) Front Link Assemblies Steering Wheel Mulcher Wheel Insert Steering Plate Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension Manual Parts Bag Slope Sheet...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Yournewtractorhas beenassembledatthe factorywith exceptionof thoseparts left unassembled for shippingpurposes. T o ensuresafe andproperoperationof yourtractor all partsandhardwareyou assemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correcttools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly Hex Bolt easier.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR The tires on your tractor were overinflated CHECK BATTERY at the factory for shipping purposes. • Uft hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • Ifthis battery is put into serviceafter cutting performance.
  • Page 10 INSTALLMOWER AND DRIVEBELT • Place the suspension arms on inward Be suretractoris on level surface and pointing .deck pins. If necessary, rock mower suspension arms are raised with ano raise front of mower to ali_n deck pins with the holes in suspension arms. attachment lift control.
  • Page 11 _ CHECKLIST NOTE: Pre-assamble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top Please review the following checklist: with hook pointing down. ,/ All assembly instructions have been • Tighten hardware securely. completed. • Raise and hold deflector shield in up- ,/No remaining loose pads in carton.
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmay appearon your tractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Leamand understandtheir meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED R N H L REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations with your tractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments. S avethis manualfor future reference. Light Switch Pos'dJon Ignition Switch Ammeter Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Pedal Lift Lever Control Brake Control...
  • Page 14 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 spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 The cuttingheightrangeis approximately • Start mower blades by engaging attach- 1-1/2"to 4-1/2". The heightsare mea- ment clutch control. suredfromthe groundto the bladetip with • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- the enginenot running.These heightsare ,_ge attachment clutch control. approximate and mayvary dependnng AUTION: Do not operate the mower uponsoil conditions, h eight of grassand...
  • Page 16 Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let • To reengage transmission, reverse it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are above procedure. empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See NOTE: To protect hood from damage Storage Instructionsfor additional when transporting your tractor on a truck information.
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT: Should your transmission require removeal for service or replace- COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F AND ment, it should be purged after reinstalla- BELOW) tion before operating the tractor. • When engine starts, slowly push choke • Place tractor safely on level surface with control in until the engine begins to run engine off and parking brake set.
  • Page 18 • The left hand side of mower should be • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet, Wet grass tends to form clumps and used for trimming. interferes with the mulching action• The • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE Check Tim Pr_m CheckOperator p resence _ T Inter_ck S ,,'aems R Check forLoose F_enem Lubr_.ation Chae Check Battep/Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean BatteP/and T erminals Check Transaxle Cooling li_s Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Motion Ddve Adjust Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 R. Lbs. torque). Always observe safety rules when per- IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat forming any maintenance. treated. BRAKE OPERA.ON Trailing Star If tractor requires mop than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 21 CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- tractor is not used for 50 hours in one minals can cause the battery to "leak" power.
  • Page 22 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge' To insure proper cooling, make sure the or use pressurized air, as this will damage grass screen, cooling fins, and other the cartridge. extemal surfaces of the engine are kept •...
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreign matter• tor are covered to keep water out. Water •...
  • Page 24 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING • When distance "F_ is 1/8" to 1/2" lower Adjustthe mowerwhile tractoris perked at front than rear, tighten nut =H" against trunnion on both front links. on level groundor driveway. Makesure • To raise front of mower housing, loosen tires are properlyinflated(See "PROD- nut "H"...
  • Page 25 • Install new belt onto electdc clutch pul- • Check pdmary idler arm and two idlers ley. to see that they rotate freely. • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand • Be sure spdng is securely hooked to pd- mandrel pulley.
  • Page 26 Left Hand Drive Belt Pulley Right Hand Mandrel Secondary Cover Idler Arm Spring Anli-Sway-Bar Bracket Screw TO ADJUST ATrACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping The electric clutch should provide years of distance as stated above. Readjust if service.
  • Page 27 BELTINSTALLATION NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes • Place V part of belt intogrooves too excessive, reverse the above adjust- engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all belt keep- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
  • Page 28 If =jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor Is equiped with a 12 volt negative grounded system. The other vehical must also be a 12 volt nega- tive grounded system. Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
  • Page 29 • Close terminal access doors. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of • Close hood. Hex Bolt tractor. Terminal • To replace, reverse above procedure. Door Hood Headlight Wire (Red) Cable Connector Guard Cable...
  • Page 30 PRELIMINARY SETTING - TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factory and adjustment should not he nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary, check adjustment as doscdbed properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE below before loosening cable.

  • Page 31: Service And Adjustments

    Immediately prepareyour tractorfor stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol ageat the end of the seasonor if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using torwill not be used ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of _,CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Outoffuel. " Will not start Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not "CHOKED" prop- erly. OperalJonsection. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. J • attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug, •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION 'PROBLEM CAUSE • Set In "Higher Cut" posi- !Loss of power • Cutting too much grass/too fast. tion/reduce speed. • Adjust throttle control. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-upof grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. rotate (cont'd) • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel. Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. • Place throttle control in "FAST" position.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 SCHEMATIC BATTERY • IGNITION SWITCH REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE • CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS ENGINE CONNECTOR TRA_T("_R_.nNNPP.TnR REGULATOR "-_ r'-" ENGINE ....SHORTING BATTE REDWIRE) RE WIRE M* FOR ENGINE _ CHARGING W1RING INSULATED CLIPS WIR _ IGNIT_N SWITCH SHORTING (REDWIRE) ]it'll r_-111...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 ELECTRICAL i '..i...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.273122 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Batte_j 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 114-20x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 73680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 140506 Dmwbar, Gt 154914 " BracketAsm., SusP Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, LockFlex 7/16 Unc 137113 BracketAsm., Fender 163976 Dash 17490620 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 GROUND DRIVE 33 9...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Plata Console Shift 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 151179 Nut, Crownlock5/16-18 7563R Washer, Thrust, A,_de STD541431 BoltHex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 74490548 Screw Hex Wsh. WHo 114-1/2 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142432...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel,Steering 137094 A,xleAsm., Front 6855M Fitting,Grease 161849 Spino_ Asm, LH 161848 S_nd_Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12OOO029 Ring, I_p #T5304-75 Cap,Sp_d_ 121232X 74781044...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) KohlerCV22S-67544 MufflerSide 1-1/8' 161062 13200300 Elbow STO 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT MufflerAsrnGuard 151396 121361X PulleyV-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keaper Asm VGT 96 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT 96...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 SEATASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140124 Seat 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Spilt 123740X Spring,Cprsn I,:C_375 Str_; F_r:dot 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 2.oi &h,._";L.: r 2; i_3-I _ x .62 19171912 Washer 17i32x1-3/16x12...
  • Page 47 DESCRIPTION 164094 Decal, Dash 164760 Decal, Engine 164884 Decal Blower Hong Kohl 164065 Decal, Insert Stn3 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 138047 Decal, Battery 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, I.J-I 149516 Decal Stry Dngr/Psn Eng Acme 140537 Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle 142342...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 LIFTASSEMBLY...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 UFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87 lgL_2016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164811 DeckAsm., Mower 46" 156086 Keeper,Belt, Idler 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 144917 Pulley, Idler,Driven S'10624008 Retainer Spring 137273 Spring,Secondary 44/46/50 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway Vent Bar) 17490620 Screw,'lTldrefl3/8-16 x 1-1/4 850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Tyrt...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 HYDROGEARTRANSAXLE- - MODELNUMBER222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 153767 Locknut,Hex 5/16-i6 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH 142904 Bolt, He)( 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 153765 ORSeal .984 x1.5 x .25 142905 HexCap Screw 5/16-18x 1 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly 142907 Shoulder Bolt 142877...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer Sea, Lip 122700X 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Beadflg, Cradle 122717X Seal, lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIP11ON DES_ 24-033-03 breather cover w/gasket 24-032-01 Seal, oll front (Includes2,3) Crankcase 24-041-23 Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock24 782 05) 24-096-15 Cover, breather 24-294-13 Fitting M-0645020 Screw, hax.
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I ,GNITiON I ELECTRICAL ] 0--3 AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 IGNmON/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grassscreen 54-027-95 Hous_g, blower (Includes2-4,and 24 113 18) (Ind. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4x0.7x25 (4) 24-100-0Q Nut, plastic(2) X-25-82...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERCV22S,TYPE NUMBER67544 ;TARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS OIL pAN LUBRICATION_...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PANJLUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRm_ON M-0839070 Screw, bex. flange M8xl.25x70 M-0645025 Screw, hey, flange M6x1.0x25 24-096-05 Cover, pinion M-0631005 Washer, i _a_ 6 rnm(2) Screw, hex.
  • Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM ,, I...
  • Page 63 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273122 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 C_N_HAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIFIrlON 24-014o72 Cmnks_ft (Indudes 2) 24-853-25 Kit, cad_umtorW/gaskets 52-139-09 Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST Carburetorassembly (For Infor- ma_ononlynot PART av'ailaUe separately) OESCRIPTION...
  • Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE ",4 greater than 15°), never across the face. Make tume gradu- ally to prevent Upping or loss of control. Exercise extreme Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 68 Forthe repairor replacement p artsyou need delivereddirectlyto your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Part= ordenar piezas con entrega domicil|o - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedlr servicio de reparaci6n...