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Craftsman EZ3 917.273113 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 46" mower 6 speed garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
CRnFTSMnN
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRAC 133eR -
Model No.
917.273113
• 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 pro, Mort - Sat
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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  • Page 1 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 pro, Mort - Sat ment. Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 • Do not try to stabilize the machine by • Tum off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. dopes.
  • Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. WraptheMade(s)orweargloves, a nd the engine running. • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operstion frequently. to wear, damage, and detedoration, which could expose moving pads or Adjust and service as required.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    Federal CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase laws apply on federal lands. A spark of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been arrester for the muffler is available through designed, engineered and manufactured your nearest Sears Authorized Service...
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob #1oxs/8 (2) Screws (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) l k ,2) Weld Nuts - (4) Retainer Springs f//'-'_ (Single Loop) Washers#10 (2) Washers J_ 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Parts packet separately In carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size Jl___jL, Seat Steermg Steodng _eeve Wheel Insert Video Cassette <4€ Extension (2) Keys (2) Front Unk Steering Wheel Assemblies Mulcher Plate f_)(2) Latch Hook Assembfies Slope Sheet Manual- Parts Bag •...

  • Page 8: 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 tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were ovefinflated _" ooO w at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is importantfor best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 5 of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- °'..;...
  • Page 10 INSTALLMOWERAND DRIVEBELT • Place the suspension arms on inward Be suretractoris on levelsurfaceand pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align dock mowersuspension armsare raisedwith attachment l iftcontrol.Engageparking pins with the holes in suspension arms. Retain With double loop retainer spring brake.
  • Page 11 v" CHECKLIST INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Please review the fogowing checldist: • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and All assembly instructions have been weldnut as shown. completed. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch / No remaining loose parts in carton. •f Battery is properly prepared and hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning. BATrERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG,NEO" ENG,NEOFE O,LPRE=ORE UGHTSON OVI,_O_P FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations withyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof variouscontrolsandadjustments. S avethis manualfor futurereference. Ught S witch Posi_on Ignition Switch Ammeter Attachment Clutch Switch Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Pedal Attachment Lift Lever Choke Parking Brake Control Gear Shift Lever...
  • Page 14 The operationof any tractorcanresultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe 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 presence sensing switch. Any attempt by • Tum knob counterclockwise (0)to lowercuttingheighL the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment dutch engaged will shut off the engine. The cuttingheightrangeis approximately • Select desired height of cut. 1-1/2"to 4-1/2".
  • Page 16 formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic when transporting your tractor on .a t.nJok or a trailer, be sure hood is closeo ana gas can damage the fuel system of an secured to tractor. Use an appropriate engine while in storage. To avoid engine means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, problems, the fuel system should be emp- etc.).
  • Page 17 to pushthe controlin slowly. • Drive so that clippings are discharged • The attachments andgrounddrivecan onto the area that has been cut. Have nowbe used.If the enginedoesnot the cut area to the dght of the tractor. acceptthe load,restartthe engineand This will result in a more even distribu- allowit towarmup for one minute using...
  • Page 18 MULCHINGMOWING TIPS • Certain types of grass and grass condi- IMPORTANT:. Forbest tions may require that an area be performance, keep mulched a second time to completely mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. hide the clippings. When doing a sec- ond cut, mow across or perpendicular •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE__ ____ES_ER_VIC*_E ATES REGULAR SERVICE cm_ _x Loo_ Fastmm t/'7 Adlust Blade Belt(s) Tension II#fs Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Clean Air Rlter Clean Air screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester i Clean Engine Co_ing Firm Replace...
  • Page 20 IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat _A_OR treated. Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. Mandrel Assembly Trailing Edge Up BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 21 TO CLEANBA'I-rERYANDTERMINALS Corrosionanddirt on the batteryandter- minalscan cause the battery to "leak" power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first Change the oil after every 50 hours of then RED battery cable and remove operation or at least once a year if the battery from tractor.
  • Page 22 CLEANAIRINTAKE/COOLING AREAS NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge TOinsurepropercooling,makesurethe or use pressurized air, as this will damage grassscreen,coolingfins,andother the cartddge. external s urfacesof the engineare kept • Remove nut and cartddge plate. clean atall times. • Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and Every100hoursof operation(moreoften oiled) over the paper cartddge.
  • Page 23 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and carbure- of all foreignmatter. tor are covered to keep water out. Water • Keepfinishedsurfacesandwheelsfree in engine can result in a shortened engine of all gasoline,oil, etc.
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Check adjustment on dght side of tractor. Measure distance "F" directly in front of Adjust the mower while tractor is parked and behind the mandrel at bettom edge of on level ground or driveway. Make sure mower housing as shown.
  • Page 25 TO REPLACEMOWERDRIVEBELT • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous- MOWERDRIVEBELTREMOVAL ing. • Parktractoron a level surface.Engage MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION parkingbrake. • Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt •...
  • Page 26 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE • Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely. BELT Park the tractor on level surface. Engage idler arm and sway-bar bracket. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary pa_ng brake. Install new belt in lower groove of left •...
  • Page 27 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- TO REPLACEMOTIONDRIVEBELT Parkthe tractoron levelsurface. Engage MENT parkingbrake_Foreaseof servicethere If steedng wheel crossbars are not hori- msa belt installation guide decal on bottom zontal (left to dght) when wheels are posi- of left footrest. It is not necessary to tioned straight forward, remove steedng remove mower.
  • Page 28 TO REMOVE WHEELFORREPAIRS • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (o) terminal of fully FRONT WHEEL charged battery. * Block up axle securely. • Connect the other end of the BLACK • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, washers to allow wheel removal.

  • Page 29: Maintenance

    TO REPLACEHEADUGHTBULB against stop screw. If it is not, loosen • Raisehood. casing clamp screw and pull throttle • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the cable until lever is against screw. backside of the gdll. Tighten clamp screw securely. •...
  • Page 30 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR • I_ - With throttle control lever in slow position, engine should The carburetor has been present at the idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too factory and adjustment should not be nec- essary. However, minor adjustment may slow or fast, tum idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is be required to compensate for differences...

  • Page 31: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alcohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using tor will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of ,A CAUTION: Never store the tractor with acids during storage.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not =CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. • attempting to starL •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART :'ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engineclicksbut • Faultysolenoidor starter. • Check/replace solenoidor will notstart (cont) starter. Lossof power • Cutting too much • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- grass/too fast. tion/reduce speed. • Throttle in =CHOKE" posi- • Adjust throttle control. tion.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION • Obstruction in clutch mech- • Remove obstruction. Mower blades will anism. not rotate. • Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. ddve belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. ,• Frozen blade mandrel. •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 BoltHex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, BaSely 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Batte_j Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch InterlockPush-ln STD551125 Washer, Lock I/4 73350400...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES >_...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bracket,Chassis Front 150253 Rail, Frame RH 152728, 140506 Drawbar, Gt STD541431 Nut, Clot_lock 5/16-18 Unc BracketAsm., Susp _ 73800700 Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc 154914 BracketAsm., Fender 163976 DashYTGT2Cyl 137113 Screw ThdroL 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 157882...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 GROUNDDRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 149412 Spring,Ddve Groond Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 121749X 17490508 ScrawThdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 150035 NyUner STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 74321016 Screw, Rn.
  • Page 42 TRACTOR ' - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 STEERING ASSEMBLY /"...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steedng 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting,Grease 161849 Spind_Asm,LH sp_no_ A sm., P,H 161848 6266H Baaring, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 121748X 120(XX_9 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 ENGINE _j74 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown)KohlerModel No. CV22S-67544 ..161062 MufflerSide 1-1/8" 98 132O03OO Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 8_ 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keaper Asm. Belt Engine 105432X Bushing Clutch Electric...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 SEAT ASSEMBLY 12 19 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140124 Seat 72050412 Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X 140675 Spdng, Cprsn Strap, Fender 123740X 127018X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Rg Gr. 5 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18x.62 123976X Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12...
  • Page 47 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic 163266 Decal, Dash Panel 164884 164085 Decal, BlowerHousing Decal, Dash 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 164065 163917 Decal, Insert Strg Decal, Hood, Craftsman,LH 138047 149516 Decal, Battery Decal, BatteW DNGR/PSN ENG Asm...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273113 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 32 31 098_...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMB ER 917.273113 UFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Red Asm., Lever 159137 Shaft Asm., Uft Vgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022 E-Ring TRBrc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, RnHex 3/8-16x1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 MOWER DECK _102 44 i...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164811 Deck Weldment. wlAdj.GWB 144917 Pulley,Idler, Ddven 46" 137273 Spring,Secendary 44/46/50 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar Vent STD624008 Retainer Swing 174906;20 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway Tytt Bar) 1220.52X...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 TRANSAXLE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 4197R Axle Shaft 120(XX)34 Retaining Ring 8119M Needle Bearing 4199R Final Drive Gear 4220R Thrust BeadngRace 4216R DifferentialGear 4209R 3rd Reduction Pinion,Low 4215R DifferentialPinion 4213R 4th ReductionGear 4217R DifferentialCarder 4442R 3rd ReducUonPinionSpacer 6256H...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERCV22S,TYPENUMBER67544 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE • BREATHER i I__r S'%1 _,.,s 0--8...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 HEADNALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION NO. , Seal, dil front 24-033-03 breather coverw/gasket 24-032-01 Crankcase {Includes 2,3) 24-O41-23 Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock24 782 05) F_ung 24-096-15 Cover, breather 24-294-13 M-0645020...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNrrlON I ELECTRICALJ t- 2 e..-3 _-..4 AIR INTAKE .j...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIP'nON DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 10t,grassscreen 54-027-95 Housing,blower (Includes2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) M-0403025 Screw, hex. cap M4xO.7x25(4) 24-100-02 Nut, plasSc(2) X-25-92...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 STARTINGSYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS _f _:_1 LUamCATION i OiL PAN f¶ |--=...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM PART KIEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION -NO. M.083g070 Screw, hey..flangeMSx1.25x70 M.0645(_5 Screw,hax. flange M6xlo0x25 24-096-05 Cover, pinion Washer, l _ain 6 mm(2) M.083_080 Screw, hex. flangeMSxl.25X80 M.0631005 12-468-01 Pan, olla_...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM I"-...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273113 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72 24-853-25 Crankshaft (Indudas 2) Kit, carburetorw/gaskets 52-139-09 Plug, cup (Includes 2-4) 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor EXHAUST Cad)umtor assembly(For infor- maflanonly not PART available separately) DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 64 Forthe repairor replacement p artsyou need delivereddirectlyto yourhome Call 7 am - 7 pm,7 daysa week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 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 pedir servicio de reparaci6n a...