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Craftsman EZ3 917.273022 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.273022 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic garden tractor
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CRAFTSMAN +
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273022
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating t,_isequip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, 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 Line before operating t,_isequip- 5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 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 nottry to stabilize the machine by Turn 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. slopes. •...
  • Page 4 • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and deterioration, •...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    A spark CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase arrester for the muffler is available through of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been your nearest Sears Authorized Service designed, engineered and manufactured Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of to give you the best possible dependability this manual).
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (2) Washers_ 3/16 x 3/4 x16 Gauge F "X_ (3) Retainer Spdngs (Double Loop) f_=.._ (4) Retainer Spdngs (2) Screws (2) Lock #10 x_ ,i W_hem#10 (2) Weld Nuts #10 t .' .t-...
  • Page 7 Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown furl size (2) Washers 318 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. (2) Shoulder Bolts o® Seat (2) Centedock Nuts Video (2) Keys (2) Gauge Cassette Wheels Assemblies Steering Wheel (2) Latch Hook )eront u_ A._=,mu_s Mulcher Steering...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Yournewtractorhas beenassembledat the factorywithexceptionofthosepartsleft unassembled forshippingpurposes. T o ensuresafe andproperoperationof yourtractor all partsand hardwareyou assemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Usethe correc, t tools as necessary to insurepropertightness.Reviewthe videocassettebeTore you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly Wheel Insert easier. Standard wrench sizes you need _.._ Hex Bolt are listed below.
  • Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR The tires on your tractor were overinflated CHECK BATTERY at the factory for shipping purposes. • Lift hood to raised position. Correct tire pressure is important for best • If this battery is put into service after cutting performance.
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT: Chock belt for proper rout- • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack- et under left footrest and retain with ing in all mower pulley grooves. Install double loop retainer spring. belt into electric clutch pulley groove. • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise •...
  • Page 11 NOTE: Pre-assemble weldnut to latch v"CHECKLIST hookby insertingweld nut fromthe top Please review the following checklist: with hookpointingdown.Tightenhard- ,/ All assembly instructionshave been waresecurely. completed. • Raise and hold deflector shield inup- ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. right position. ,/Battery is properly prepared and •...
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmayappear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUT]ON OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CI'K)KE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER UFT LOCKED...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR 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. Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Ammeter...
  • 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 approximate and may vary depending _,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower upon soil conditions, height of grass and without either the entire grass catcher, on types of grass being mowed. mowers so equipped, or the discharge • The average lawn should be cut to guard in place.
  • Page 16 IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera- tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good ,_d weather starting. WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
  • Page 17 WARMWEATHERSTARTING (50 PURGE TRANSMISSION ° F AND ABOVE) ACAUTION: Never engage or disen- • When engine starts, slowly push choke gage freewheel lever while the engine is running. control in (Jntil the engine begins to run To ensure proper operation andperfor- smoothly.
  • Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Tire chainscannotbe usedwhenthe IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mowerhousingis attachedto tractor. mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean after each use. • Mower should be properly leveled for • The special mulching blade will recur best mowing performance.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES RLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE At , €.j MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE S_tCE/'D ATES REGULAR SERVICE CheckBrakeOpera5on _l,_ T i v,_tockSy=em Check forLoo_ Fastermrs Check _e_ Level Cnean e _e_y and Tern_ Check T_ Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension t_' s Adjust Motion Drive Bett(s) Tension aean Air F'_er...
  • Page 20 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Alwaysobsewesafety ruleswhen per- on mandrel assembly. formingany maintenance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKEOPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractorrequirosmorethansix (6) feet •...
  • Page 21 Keep battery bolts tight. _Keep battery and terminals clean. Keep small vent holes open. Recharge at 6-10 amperes for I hour. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TIEMP_qA'ru_ _r_A'ilED EFO_E i,l_cr o_ _4NGE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- Change the oil after every 50 hours of minals can cause the battery to "leak"...
  • 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 Wose do not recommend using a garden e to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean en_]ine, 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 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • 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 turns..
  • Page 25 • Check primary idler arm and two idlers • Install new belt onto electric clutch pul- ley. to see that they. rotate freely. • Be sure spring 0ssecurely hooked to pd- • Roll belt into upper groove of left hand mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous- mandrel pulley.
  • Page 26 Left Hand Pulley Right Hand Mandrel Cover Idler Arm Spring 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 necessary. If stopping distance is still service.
  • Page 27 BELT INSTALLATION - NOTE: If for any reason the effort to • move the motion control lever becomes • Place V part of belt intogrooves engine pulley and front V-idler, making too excessive, reverse the above adjust- sure to route belt inside of all bolt keep ment procedure by loosening Iocknut 1/4 turn.
  • Page 28 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 vehicals. TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each bat- tery, taking care not to short against...
  • Page 29 ENGINE Keps Nut Hex Bolt Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the Terminal emission control devices and systems, Access which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- Positive formed by an authorized engine manufac- (Red) Cable...
  • Page 30 TOADJUST CHOKECONTROL PRELIMINARY SETTING The chokecontrolhasbeen presetatthe • Be sure you have a clean air filter, and factoryand adjustmentshouldnot be nec- the throttle control cable is adjusted essary,checkadjustment a s descdbed properly (see "TO ADJUST THROTTLE below before loosening cable. If adjust- CONTROL CABLE"...

  • Page 31: Storage

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

  • 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" prop- edy. Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. •...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Lossofpower • Cutting too much grass/too • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- fast. tion/reduce speed. • Throttle in "CHOKE" position. • Adjust throffle 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. rotate (cont'd) • Frozen blade mandrel. • Replace blade mandrel. • Place throttle control in =FAST" Poor grass discharge • Engine speed too slow. position.
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917_73022 SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Batter/ 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 114-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4.20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Batter/Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch InterlockPush-In STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 _ASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ! 17...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART r,JO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 73680500 Nut, Crovmkx_ 5/16-18 Unc 140506 Drawbar, Gt 154914 BracketAsm., Susp Chassis Lh 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 137113 BracketAsm., Fender 163976 Dash YTGT 2 Cyl 17490620...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 GROUND DRIVE ,101...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut, Crowniock5/16-18 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 STD541431 7563R Washer, Thrust, Axle 74490548 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr5 Screw He](Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/6-16 142432 BracketTransaxla STD561210...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 STEERING ASSEMBLY //'/I • "\...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Stcedng 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fit_ng,Grease 161849 SpindleAsm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race l_rust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X Cap, Spindle 74781044...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ENGINE _169 21 _ 17 47-_ J SPARK ARRESTER KIT J...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) ..KohlarModel No. CV20S-65551 161062 Muffler Side 1-1/8" 98 132OO3O0 ElbowSTD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 MufflerAsm Guard 121361X PulleyV-Idler 150828 KeeperAsm. Belt Engine 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 X 1ol/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender 123740X Spdng, Cprsn 127018)( Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18x.62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Rg Gr. 5 145006 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Clip, Push In, Hinged...
  • Page 47 Decal, Dash 160397 Decal, Mower EZ3 149516 Decal, Battery DNGR/PSN 163203 ENG Asm 163265 Decal, Dash Panel 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 164065 Decal, Insert Strg 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 138047 Decal, Battery 14O837 Decal, Brake Paddng Saddle 142342...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X RodAsm., Lever 159187 ShaftAsm., LiftVgt 159189 LeverAsm., Uft Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truam #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29,_32x1-1/4x16Ga. 74780624 Bult, FinHex 3/8-16x1-1/2 125631X Gdp, Handle Ruted 122365X Button, Plunger 122364X Plunger, Button 2876H Spdng 2-1/8"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 MOWER DECK 10310 _ 106--_ _--'_ 104 105 101_ _102...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Wesher 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 164210 Deck Weldment STD551037 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar 131494 Pulley,Idler, Rat STD624008 RetainerSpdng 156086 Keeper,Belt, Idler 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway 144917 Pulley, Idler, Ddven Bar)
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE MODLE NO. 222-3010L...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE MODLE NO. 222-3010L PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly, Housing,LH 153767 Loclo_ut, H ex 5/16-18 164592 Assembly, Housing,RH 142904 Bolt,Hea 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 153765 Oil Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905 HexCapScraw 5/16-18xl 142876 Brake Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE - PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 TRANSAXLE - PUMP- MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 PART DESCRIPTION 144569 Shaft, Pump 122716X Ring, Retaining 122745X Beadng, Ball 122715X Spacer 122700X Seal, Lip 122699X Ring, Retaining 122767X Bearing,Cradle 122717X Seal, Up 122748X Ann, Trunnion 122749X Guide, Slot 144571 Housing Kit,Transmission...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE ANO BREATHER CRANCASE__J _,.,J o--ll...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKCASE HEADNALVEfBREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01 Seal, oilfront 24-033-03 KiL breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (Includss2,3) (USE: Miniblock24 782 05) 24-041-23 Gasket, breather 24-294-13 Fitting 24-096-15 Cover, breather 12-380-17 Pin,dowel locating(6) M-0645020...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGN ITION/ELECTRICAL 12/L_ %--4 Q---3 ' '_ AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen 54-027-g5 Housing,blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl. M-0545010 & 24 063 36) M-O403025 Screw, hex.
  • Page 60 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM I <, '_'! r--$ 1 24 1/"_,_2 ._,.ll ,._'__\_ OIL PAN I LUBRICAllON I1,_ 0-,"_ 10_*_ q_""-11...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 STARTING SYSTEM OiL PAN/LUBRICATION PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 24-095-05 Cover, pinion M-0631005 M-0839080 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) 12468-01 24-199-07 Pan,o, assembly...
  • Page 62 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 EXHAUST CRANKSHAFT I FUEL SYSTEM I...
  • Page 63 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273022 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV20S, TYPE NUMBER 65551 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-014-72 Crankshaft (Includes 2) 24-853-25 Kit, carburetorw/gaskets 52-139-09 Plug, cup (Indudes 2-4) 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor Carburetor essembly (For Informationonly not available separately) EXHAUST (Indudes 24 757 18, 24-053-25,...
  • Page 64 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, ,,.,,, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15"), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 68 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a 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...