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Craftsman EZ3 917.273042 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.273042 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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Manual
£RI:IFTSMI
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC STAi:_
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRAL 34:I
Model No.
917.273042
* 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 Une
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, 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 Une before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: General Operation

    RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of pumhase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main- tained, lubdcatod 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 material or workmanship.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Tum off blades when not mowing. • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • 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 • Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary. the engine running. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and detedoraUon, •...

  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    Sears Authorized Service Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase this manual). of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience...
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE • (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob #10 x 5/8 (2) Screws (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) (4) Retainer Springs (2) Weld Nuts ,-. (2) Lock Washers (2) Washers L_ 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 7 Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Washers 3/8 (2) Shoulder x 718 x 14 Ga. Bolts Seat Video (2) Centerlock Cassette (2) Keys Nuts (2) Gauge Wheels r''1% "_ (2)Latch Hook Steering Wheel Assemblies Mulcher Plate...

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Yournewtractorhasbeen assembled at the factorywith exceptionof those partsleft unassembled for shippingpurposes.Toensuresafeand properoperationofyour tractor all partsand hardwareyouassemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe corr,ect t ools as necessary to insurepropertightness.Reviewthe vieeo cassetteoeloreyou oegin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR I l *een0 ASSEMBLY - A socket wrench set will make assembly Wheel Insert easier.
  • Page 9 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CHECKBATTERY The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lifthoodto raisedposition Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT:Checkbeltfor properrout- • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack, ing in all mowerpulleygrooves. Install et under left footrest and retain with belt into electricclutchpulleygroove. double loop retainer spring. • Tum height adjustment knob clockwise • Install one front link in top hole of the to remove slack from mower suspen- right hand front mower bracket and d_ht sion.
  • Page 11 NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nutto latch CHECKLIST hookby insertingweld nut fromthe top Please review the following checklist: with hookpointingdown. ,/ All assembly instructions have been • Tighten hardware securely. completed. • Raise and hold deflector shield in up- No remaining loose parts in carton. right position.
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnandunderstand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS IGNmON CLUTCH DISENGAGED (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrations with yourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof variouscontrolsandadjustments. S avethis manual for future reference. Ught Switch Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch, Throttle Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Lift Lever Choke Control - Parking Brake Control Lever Height...
  • 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- ment clutch control. 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disen- sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ,_gA e attachment clutch control.

  • Page 16: Towing Carts And Other Attachments

    • To reengage transmission, reverse IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- above procedure. tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good NOTE: To protect hood from damage ,_dNAweather starting. when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and RNING: Expedence indicates that...
  • Page 17 WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F PURGE TRANSMISSION AND ABOVE) ACAUTION: Never engage or disen- • When engine starts, slowly push choke gage freewheel lever while the engine is control in until the engine begins to run running. smoothly. If the engine starts to run To ensure proper operation and perfor- roughly, pull the choke control out slight- mance, it is recommended...

  • Page 18: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing is attached to tractor. mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be properly leveled for •...

  • Page 19: General Recommendations

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES DATES REGULARSERVICE .,_",_-',t_"_-"._'_'_'/_4_'_t"_"_"",_"S ERV IC E Check Brake Operation CheckTire Prassura _k_' Check Operator Presence and =ntedock Systems Check for Loose F _oners T LubdcaUon Chart CheckBatteryLevel ckJon Battery and Terminals Check Traneaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 20: Brake Operation

    TRACTOR • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen per- forminganymaintenance. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is Grade 8 heat If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet treated. stoppingdistanceat highspeedin highest gear,thenbrakemustbeadjusted.(See Trailing Ec_gsUp Mandrel Assembly...
  • Page 21 • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. according to your expected operating tem- perature. TO CLEAN BATI'ERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- operation or at least once a year if the minals can cause the battery to =leak"...

  • Page 22: Air Filter

    ENGINE OIL FILTER NOTE: Operatingthe enginewith a blockedgrassscreen,dirty or plugged Replace the en_line oil filter every season or every other od change if the tractor is coolingfins, and/orcoolingshroudsre- used more than 100 hours in one year. movedwill causeenginedamagedueto MUFFLER overheating. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and AIR FILTER spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-...
  • 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: Mower Drive Belt Removal

    TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING • To raise front of mower housing, loosen nut "H" from trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked Tighten nut "G" on both front links an on level ground or driveway. Make sure equal number of tums.
  • Page 25 • Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- • Check primary idler arm and two idlers ley. to see that they rotate freely. • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand • Be sure spring is securely hooked to pri- mandrel pulley.
  • Page 26 Left Hand Belt Pulley Mandrel Secondar Cover Spdn! Anti-Sway-Bar Bracket TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if .The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake necessary.
  • Page 27 BELT INSTALLATION NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes • Place V part of bolt into grooves on too excessive, reverse the above adjust- engine pulley and front V-idler, making sure to route belt inside of all bolt keep- ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
  • Page 28 • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fue tank and battery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE Adjustment Sleeves ORDER •...
  • Page 29 TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB Hood • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the Headlight backside of the gdll. Wire • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb Connector holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • Page 30: Preliminary Setting

    • While still holding throttle lever against Clamp Screw-_ idle speed screw, tum idle mixture Quarter.Circle LI"_ \ I screw in(clockwise) until.engine begins to die and then turn out (counterclock- wise) until engine runs rough. Turn screw to a point midway between those two positions.
  • Page 31 Also, experience indicates that alcohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- 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 ,_CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Will not start See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not =CHOKED" prop- Operation secfion. erly. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. Replace spark plug. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE • Cuffing too much grass/too • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- Loss of power fasL tion/reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Adjust throttle control. • Clean underside of mower hous- • Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will not • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. rotate (cont'd) • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in =FAST" Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. position.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273041 SCHEMATIC SOLENOID BAITERY i ..STARTLER ..ELECTRICCLUTCH SEATSWtTCH ..(NOT OCCUPIED) _..OPERATORPRESENCE RELAy#1 IGNITION PLUGS GAP SPARK UNIT (2 PLUGS ON FUEL t "PNINCYL. ENGINES) ..FUEL SHUT-OFFSOLENOID Cm,RSINGSy'&"Fk_C_JTR_r REGULATOR C+O_B+ CIRCUIT H RELAY C+ FIB+ E,A+D...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR ,.- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144926 Battery 74760412 BoltHex Head 114-20x 3/4 7603J Tray, Buttery 145211 Bolt 1/4.20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon1/4' 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 114 73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 1/4.20 161785...

  • Page 38: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH VGT 154914 Blacket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 140506 Drawbar,Gt 137113 BracketAsm., Fender Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 738(X)700 Nut, LockHex 7/16Unc 17490620 Washer 13/32 X 1 x 14 Ga. 163976 Dash 19131614...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 GROUNDDRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 164892 ConsoleAutomaticYT/GT 7563R Washer, Thrust, AxJe 151179 Plate Console Shift STD541437 Nut, Crownicck 3/8-16 STD541431 Nut, Crownicck5/16-18 STD561210 Pin, Cotter 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 142432...

  • Page 42: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 STEERING ASSEMBLY • • • • --_ ,/,¢...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 101849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing,Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, K]ip#T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle 74781044...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 ENGINE...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown)B &S 40TF/7-0122-E1 ..161062 MufflerSide 1-1/8" 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MulflerAsm Guard 121361X PulleyV-Idler 150828 Belt Engine Keeper AsmVGT 96 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 1439S6...

  • Page 46: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,273042 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRII:_'ION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121248X Bushing,Snap 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 140675 Strap, Fender 121249X Spacer, Split 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123740X Spdng, Cprsn 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 123976X...

  • Page 47: Wheels And Tires

    - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 DECALS --23 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164094 Decal, Dash 165407 Decal, Engine 163916 Decal. Hood, Craftsman, RH 164065 Decal, Insert Strg 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman,LH 138047 Decal, BatteTy 140837 Decal, Brake ParkingSaddle 149516 Decal, Battery 133644 Decal, DrawbarCNTRL...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 LIFTASSEMBLY "_1123...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X RodAsm., Lever 159187 Sheft Asm., Uft Vgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022 E-RingTruarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32x1-1/4x16Ga. 74780624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Ruted 122365X Button,Plunger 122364X Plunger, Button 2876H...

  • Page 50: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 MOWERDECK >30...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164210 DeckAsm., Mower 46" 156_86 Keeper, Belt, Idler 138457 BmcketAsm., Sway Bar 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven STD624008 Retainer Spring 137273 Spdng, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 130832 Ann, Suspension,Rear (Sway Bar) 17490620 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR "' MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE "" MODEL NUMBER 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222..3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly,Housing,LH 153767 Lockout,Hex 5/16-18 164592 Assembly,Housing,RH 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 1 Shoulder Bolt 142876...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Beadng, Ball 122715)( Spacer 122700X Seal, Up 122699X Ring. Retaining 122767X Beadng, Cradle 122717X Seal, Lip 122748X Arm,Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 IIII \ 89 823T 11_ _9_J 83 _ l:_t_ "k REQUIRES SPECLALTOOLS 11019 LABEL Kl'rI TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR ll_S LA._L _ -EMJSS'ON I_058 OWNER'S._.Aq INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 * REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOU iIl___l *_?_,_%_o_,_ TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR IH-gTHU_II_N MANUAL, II1_ n _._o.,_u_ 1022...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 3Sl I I-.,,rz_,..'l ioo+ 'Ira 865B,...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 _482...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS& STRA'R'ONENGINE-MODEL N UMBER407777,TYPENUMBER0122-E1 116B Q 116C 116D .23 _ -k 368 GASKET SET i"4,977 CARBURETOR GASKET BET 51A_ 137 0 355 O 102 _ 150_ 987@ 116_ 116A_' 633 • e121 CARBURETOR 51 _ 117f tiriDC_ 1022_...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 499584 CylinderAssembly 116A 690988 "4 O-Ring, FuelTransferTube 499585 Bushing,Cylinder 116B 690589 * Seal, O-Ring (Og Pump Cover) 690926 * Seal, Oil 116C 691031 * Seal, O-Ring (DipsUck)
  • Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273042 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0122-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691035 Fdter,Fuel Housing,Starter 690956 Element, Breather (Service with499529 Starter 690957 Retainer, Element Metor) 691003 Screw, Hex 690960 Screw, Hex 691024 Clamp, Casing 499602 Dipsltck/TubeAssembly 691029...
  • Page 63 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ,,.,,,, ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15" MAX. greater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I_1) Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 64 For the repair or replacement parts you ne_ed delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar plezas 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...

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