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Craftsman EZ3 917.272961 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.272961 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
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20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272961
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instruction_before
operating 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 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instruction_before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5 am 5 pm Mon Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears will replace the battery at no charge. Warranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is can result in severe injury or death. All capable of amputating hands and feet slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on and throwing objects. Failure to observe it, do not mow it.
  • Page 4 • Never tamper with safety devices. • Before and when backing, look behind Check their proper operation regul_ and down for small children. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, • Never carry children. They may fall off other debris build-up. Clean oil or fu and be seriously injured or interfere spillage.
  • Page 5 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been used, it should be maintained in effective designed, engineered and manufactured working order by the operator.
  • Page 6 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Seat 17/32 x(1) Washer (1) Shoulder 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Bolt 5/16-18 t_(1) Knob Mower i:___Front U nk Assemblies (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Gauge Wheels (2) Washers (2) Center- (2) ShoulderBolts _(2) Gauge...

  • Page 7: Tools Required

    Video Cassette Slope Sheet Keys (2) Keys 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, Review the video cassette before you begin.
  • Page 8 BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SKID CHECK BATTERY ATTACH STEERING WHEEL Lift hood to raised position. If this battery is put into service after • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and month and year indicated on label large flat washer from steering shaft.
  • Page 9 NOTE: You maly now roll or drive your • Sit on seat in operating position, tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate depress clutch/brake pedal and set the instruction below to remove the tractor from parking brake. the skid. • Place motion control lever in neutral (See (N) position.
  • Page 10 • Install one front link in top hole of the • Turn height adjustment knob clock- R.H. front mower bracket and R.H. wise to remove slack from mower front suspension bracket. Retain with suspension. two single loop retainer springs as •...
  • Page 11 I/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEWTHE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ,/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. v"...
  • Page 12 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 LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE t'.,t FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...

  • Page 13: Knowyour Tractor

    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. Ammeter Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch •...
  • Page 14 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 perlorming adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 15: To Operate On Hills

    • Select desired height of cut. The cutting height range is approxi- • Lower mower with attachment lift mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are control. measured from the ground to the blade • Start mower blades by engaging tip with the engine not running. These attachment clutch control.

  • Page 16: Before Starting The Engine

    • Do not push or tow tractor at more ADD GASOLINE than two (2) MPH. • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular • To reengage transmission, reverse unleaded gasoline with a minimum of above procedure.. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline NOTE: To protect hood from damage will increase carbon and lead oxide when transporting...
  • Page 17 • Insert key into ignition and turn key • The attachments can be used during clockwise to "START" position the engine warm-up period after the release key as soon as engine starts. transmission has been warmed up Do not run starter continuously for and may require the choke control be more than fifteen seconds per minute.
  • Page 18 • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. • When mowing large areas, start by After the engine is running, move turning to the right so that clippings will throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With discharge away from shrubs, fences, motion control lever in neutral (N) driveways, etc.

  • Page 19: General Recommendations

    FILL IN DATES AS Y ou COMPLETE .EGO... BEBV,CE DATES _=n_ Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners iJ / Ik_7 Lubrication Chad Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Trensaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s)Tension I##s...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- bly, center hole in blade must align with Always observe safety rules when star on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERATION • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as If tractor requires more...
  • Page 21 BAI-FERY TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory Your tractor has a battery charging and fluid maintenance is not required for system which is sufficient for normal use. the life of the transaxle. Should the However, periodic charging of the battery transaxle ever leak or require servicing, with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 22 • Reassemble air cleaner, cartridge plate, and nut. Oil Drain Plug • Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob. Foam Air Sc_ Pre-Cleaner _------- Oil Fill Cap/ Cartridge Dipstick Plate CLEAN AIR SCREEN Rubber Air screen must be kept free of dirt and Seal chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 23 _CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
  • Page 24 Bottomof Curl Bottom of Curl Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. if the following front-to- back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted Front Links...
  • Page 25 Eectric Clutch Mower Drive Belt Idler Arm Keepers TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE • Reassemble mower drive belt (See BELT "TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT" Park the tractor on level surface. Engage in this section of this manual). parking brake. Left Hand Mower Blade Center •...

  • Page 26: Belt Removal

    BELT REMOVAL- Clutch Plate _-_ • Engage parking brake (creates slack in belt). • Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys. • Loosen belt keeper above transaxle pulley. • Remove belt from transaxle pulley. • Remove belt from engine pulley and front V-idler pulley.
  • Page 27 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the The motion control lever has been preset factory and adjustment should not be at the factory and adjustment should not necessary.

  • Page 28: Rear Wheel

    REAR WHEEL • Block rear axle securely. • Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow "Positi gatlv wheel removal. ' • • Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer.

  • Page 29: Interlocks And Relays

    INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or Hood prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring Headlight Wire diagram in the Repair Parts section. Connector TOREPLACEFUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING - The choke control has been preset at the • Be sure you have a clean air filter, ar factory and adjustment should not be the throttle control cable is adjusted necessary, check adjustment as de- properly (see "TO ADJUST scribed below before loosening cable, ff THROTTLE...

  • Page 31: Engine Oil

    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 32: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART )ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Willnotstad • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" • Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART IPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power • Faulty spark plug. • Clean and regap or change Continued spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter, • Drain fuel tank and refill with • Stale or dirty fuel. fresh gasoline.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Worn, bent or loose blade. Poor grass • Replace/sharpen blade. discharge (Contn) Tighten blade bolt. • Clean underside of mower • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. housing. • Mower drive belt worn. •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 SCHEMATIC |GN}T_ON SWITCH PTO (DISENGAGED) i," iGNITiON UNIT FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOIO _ VO__T$ A C 0 3_00 RpM (REGUtJ_TOR DISCONNECT POSITION CIRCUIT C÷G,B+H PTO SWITCH HEADLIGHTS C+F,B+E,A+D IGNmON SWITCH RELAY REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184 Harness Socket Light W4152J 4152J...

  • Page 38: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES _i_30...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH STD541431 Nut, Crownlook 5/16-18 Unc 140506 Drawbar, Gt 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 137113 Bracket Asm., Fender 157882 Dash, Lower Vgt One Piece...

  • Page 40: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 GROUND DRIVE 33 9 112 100...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 142432 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo STD561210 Pin, Cotter 1/4-1/2 140507 WheeI, Hub Assembly 140481...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 STEERING 13_3...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm.,Front 6855M Fitting,Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing,Race ThrustHarden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 12000029 Ring,Klip#T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle 10 74781044 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4 136518 SpacerBearingAxle Front...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 ENGINE _j74 •37 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model No. CV20S-65566 161063 Muffler 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch...

  • Page 46: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 134300 Spacer,Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121250X Spring,Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr. 5 127018 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 19171912 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged...

  • Page 47: Wheels And Tires

    DESCRIPTION 164094 Decal Dash 13 171812 DecalRPLC 149516 DecalBatteP/DNGR/PSN 14 160397 DecalV-Belt Schem ENGAsm 17 172507 DecalDash Panel Decal HoodRH Craftsman 171702 19 138047 Decal Battery 171703 Decal HoodLH Craftsman 22 142342 DecalDrawbarCNTRL 140837 Decal Brake ParkingSaddle 23 106202X Reflectro,Taillight...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 LIST ASSEMBLY 35 73 _-'_11123...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 LIST ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x !-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X...

  • Page 50: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 DeckWeldment Mower 46 19131316 156948 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar Pulley, Idler, Fiat 4939M Retainer Spdng 131494 Keeper, Belt, Idler 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear(Sway 156086 Bar) 144917...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 153767 Locknut, Hex 5/16-18 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 164592 Assembly, Housing, RH 142905 Hex Cap Screw 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 5/16-18 x 1 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L <...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 TRANSAXLE--MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Bearing, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm, Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 Housing Kit, Transmission 122770X Bearing, Thrust, Ball 153801...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917,272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 ICYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I I_fl _) -- CRANKCASE I 23 _ O--21 _--20 I _I--7:_ 1_ 5 -_ d_ Ore8...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/ 24-032-01 -S Seal, oil front _asket (includes 2,3) Crankcase asket, breather 24-041-23-S tUSE: Miniblock 24 Cover, breather 24-096-59-S 2 05) M-645020...

  • Page 58: Air Intake

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 IGNITION/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I 141_ a.-.t 0---5 _-_ _.11 AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (includes 2-4,and 24 (Incl. 2-4) 113 18) 24-100-01-S Nut plastic (3) M-403025-S Screw, hex.

  • Page 60: Engine Controls

    TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 ENGINE CONTROLS ;TARTING SYSTEM J 1/_* ,o''-.-',_---1, "_':-:/I. 22,,,... "-8 OIL PAN / LUBRICATION --10 "-Iil...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 OIL pAN/I UBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6x 1.0x25 (2) M-839070-S Washer, plain 6 mm M8x1.25x70 M-631005-S Cover, inion 24-096-05-S Screw, Rex.
  • Page 62 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 EXHAUSTJ CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM J ¢ 40 ' _ _d.,,,. I'"...
  • Page 63 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.272961 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65566 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Kit, carburetor w/ 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 24-853-25-S askets ncludes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-15-S asket, carburetor 24-053-25-S Carburetor assembly (For information only available separately) EXHAUST (Includes 24 757 18,...
  • Page 67 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I_IL...
  • Page 68 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, day or night !iiiiiiiiiiiiii_ (1-800-4694663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, iiiiii'!_iiiiii! lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for iiii:_iiiii_i!i the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...

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