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Craftsman EZ3 917.251520 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.251520 Owner's Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.251520
_,OWNER'S MANUAL
o Assembly
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
o 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 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.251520 _,OWNER'S MANUAL o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities o 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: THIS CUTTING MACHINE tS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual...

  • Page 3: Warranty

    OF PURCHASE. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SERVICE CENTER. AFTER 30 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY TAK3NG YOUR CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIP- MENT TO YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER. (IN-HOME WARRANTY SERVICE W_LL STILL BE AVAILABLE...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........21-27 STORAGE ..................CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ......3, 17-20 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........29-30 WARRANTY ................3 REPAIR PARTS- TRACTOR ........32-49 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES ..........5 ASSEMBLY ................7-10 REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACH[WENTS These accessories and attachmenls were available through most Sears telail autlels and service centers when Ihe tractor was purchased Mosl Sears stores can order these _lems for you when you provide the mode} number of your lractor MAINTENANCE ENGINE BLADES...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton r---- (1) Shoulder Bolt 5!16-18 Seat (I) Knob Video Cassette Steering (!) Washer 17/32 x I-3/16 x 12 Gauge Mutcher Wheel Plate (double loop) etainer Springs Manual Pads Bag Parts bag conlents not shown full size...
  • 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...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig_ 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob CAUTION: Do not short batten,/termF • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan, nals. Before connecting battery, move metal bracelets, wristwatch PIace seat on seal pan and assemble shoulder bolt. bands, rings, etc.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY Place the R H. suspension arm on inward pointing INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT deck pin, If necessary, rock and raise front of mower (See Figs_ 4 and 7) tO align deck pin with the hole in suspension Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left arms are raised with attachment...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE DEFLECTOR SHIELD (See Figs° 5 and 6) • install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, fock washer, and weld nut as shown, NOTE: Pro-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down Tighten hardware securely Raise and hold defIector shield in upright position, Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck...
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with Ihe producL Learn and understand lhetr meaning REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW BATTERY CAUTION WARNING OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF ENG1NE OFF ENGINE ON DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 12 OPERATNON KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. compare the illustrations with your tractor Io famllia dze yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for tulure reference THROTTLE CONTROL AMMETER ATFACHMENT ..
  • Page 13 OPERATKON The operation of any tractor can result in foreign oblecls 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...
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO OPERATE HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See 'q'O AD- hills with slopes greater than 15° and JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT"...

  • Page 15: Carburetor

    OPERATUON BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) When s_arting engine lor the first time or if engine has run CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig, t2} out of fuet, it will take extra cranking time to move tuel from the tank Io the engine The engine lnyour tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil...
  • Page 16 OPERATnON NOTE: Dudng this procedure there will be no movement of Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug drive wheefs, The air is being removed from hydraulic drive mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to system dry be!ore mowing.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIIB LJT ES 'I., ChangQ rr, o _e otten when opm, atFn 9 undl_r _,h0_,vy toad or i_*i_t{tt'ternbi.,ar, t tompera._uiD_ It eql_ppe{l wilh _d_uslable system, 2 - S_.RCa mole ell0n wi_ee epe_riltng tn d_tly of dusly condl;ions t'tol roquI__UIt eqo_ppecl w_r,h ma_len0f_c[)÷/r_e l_Iter/...

  • Page 18: Battery Charging

    CUSTO[ ER RESPONSIBILiTiES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced Aiways observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade wiil cause excessive vibration and even* nance tual damage to mower and engine, BRAKE OPERATION The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSgBllLaT ES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 18) TRANSAXLE COOLING Determine temperature range expected before oil change The fan and cooiing fins of transmission should be kept Atl oil must meet API service c_assification SF or SG clean to assure proper coofing Be sure tractor is on level sudace Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is...

  • Page 20: Cleaning

    RESPONSIBILITIES CUSTOMER MUFFLER FILTER (See Fig. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage Clean the foam pro-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season Service paper cartridge every I00...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS; • Depress clutch/brake peda! fully and set parking brake° Place motion control lever in neutral (N) postt_on° Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and at! moving parts have completely...
  • Page 22 ..... SERWCE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE I'_OWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs 23 and 24) - IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVELSfDE.TO-StDE MOWER DRWE BELT REMOVAL. (See Fig 25) o THE FOLLOWING FRONT*TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT • Park tractor on a ievel surface Engage parking brake NECESSARY.
  • Page 23 SERVUCE AND ADJUSTMENTS NO'rE: After installing a new eleclric cfutch, run tractor' at REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT ful! Ihrotile and engage and disengage electric clutch t0 (See Fig. cyctes to wear in clutch plate Park the tractor on lever surlace, Engage parking brake ROTOR CLUTCH...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig, (See Fig. 29) Park the tractor on level surlace. Engage parking brake The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary bottom of left footrest...

  • Page 25: Terminals

    SERVUCE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT WAS_ Front wheel tee-in is required ior proper steering operation RETAINING Toe-in was set at 1he factory and adjustment should nol be RING necessary. If parts in Ihe front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe,in and adjust AXLE if necessar/.,...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood • Pult bulb holder out ol _he hoJe Jn _he bac._side of the grill HEADLIGHT Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely • CONNECTOR back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run...
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 37) IDLE FUEL The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust- ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED NEEDLE menlshou_d nofbe necessary However, rninor adiustment SCREW may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load,, _t lhe carburetor does need...
  • Page 28 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wilt not be used for 30 days or FUEL SYSTEM mo re. IMPORTANT: {T IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL gasoline in the lank inside...

  • Page 29: Air Screen

    TROUBLESHOOTBNG POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Fill _uetlent', Oul offuel Wilt not start See "TO START ENGINE in Operat$on section Engine not "CHOKED" properly Waif sever_ mtnules before atlemplJng to s_art Engh_e flooded Replace spark plug. Bad spark plug Clean/replace air lilter Dirty air filter Replace tuel Ifiler Dirty fuel fitter...

  • Page 30: Headlights

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Engine continues to run Faut_ operafor.safety presencecontact system Check w#ing, switches and connacfions fine! corfecled conies! an aulhorlzed service canlerl when operator )eaves seat with attachment clutch departmenl engaged Worn, bent or loose bSade Replace blade Tighten blade bali...

  • Page 31: Tractor

    TRACTOR _ - MODEL NUMBER 917,251520 SCHEMATIC BLACK MMETER WHIFF. SWITCH [{DISENGAGED) NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS IGNITION SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS PTO SWITCH NOTE: 1F WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR POStTIONoFF1 CIRCUtTM ÷ G Posnlo. C,RCU, T SERVICING OF UNIT. THEY B + L SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.251520 ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 33: Fuse

    Switch, Plunger NC Gray 144921 Switch, ]gn 3 Pos, 140400 Nut, Ignition Switch 141226 Cover Switch Key t40403 Key, Ignition Craftsman, Delta t10712X Swilch, Light t09553X Switch, Interlock CL MWR Gry 4 term 146071 Harness tgn. 95 GT Elec CV22...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251520 CHASSIS ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.251520 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 72140608 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh 140506 Drawbar, Gt 136939 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 13667IX558 Panet Asm, Side LH 136940 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 73800700...

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