Craftsman EZ3 917.270951 Owner'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...on 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 Craftsmen Help Line 5 am 5 pro Mon Sat Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears corn craftsman ...

Page 2: ...r over speeding the engine Repairs necessary because of operator negligence including but not limited to electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper storage failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained in the owner s manual Engine fuel system clea...

Page 3: ...hemselves and others from serious injury SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss of contrel and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneve...

Page 4: ...s or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never c...

Page 5: ...BS TORQUE CONGRATULATIONS on your pumhase of a Craftsman Tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabili ty and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please r...

Page 6: ...4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 _ Steering Wheel _ Adapter L I 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Extension Steering Shaft Boot Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge _ 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Video Cassette 3 6 ...

Page 7: ... STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel a...

Page 8: ...on See TO TRANSPORT in the Opera tion section of this manual Roll tractor forward off skid TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section for location and function of controls AWARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and obj...

Page 9: ... correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual t CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product Please review the following checklist All asse...

Page 10: ...FF REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 10 ...

Page 11: ...or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower ...

Page 12: ...s possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas ACAUTION Always stop tractor completely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc THROTTLE CONTROL Clutch Brake Pedal Position Brake Engaged Position Position Adjustment Knob STOPPING Geamhiff Lever Portion MOWER BLADES To stop mower blades move attach ment clutch laver to DISENGAGED po...

Page 13: ...ightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appro priate hole with shoulder bolt 3 8 washer and 3 8 16 Iocknut and tighten securely Gauge Wheel Mounting Bracket Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole TO OPERATE MOWER 3 8 16 Lockn 3 8 Gauge Wheal Shoulder 13 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the s...

Page 14: ...ld change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Mainten ance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Mainten ance section in this manual ADDGASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in q...

Page 15: ...he engine begins to run smoothly If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 500 F AND BELOW When engin...

Page 16: ...operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used 1 t MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean alter each use The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will dispers...

Page 17: ... warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and ...

Page 18: ...ults mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole isn blade must align with star on mandrel assembly Reassemble hex bolt lock ...

Page 19: ...ES 60_ Im _o _ _b_ 10 _0_ TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation ...

Page 20: ...ng carburetor Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall cartridge plate wing nuts precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean the cartridge They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge Cover Kn...

Page 21: ...t clutch in DISEN GAGED position Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off pulley bolt Remove large retainer spring slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spdng Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck ...

Page 22: ...r of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment Mandrel o o oe...

Page 23: ...ke Engaged TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt...

Page 24: ...re sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion Washers Retaining Ring Axle Cover I Square Key Rear Wheel Only TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK BA I FERY _I CAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY ...

Page 25: ...in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedures _Headlighnt hector ENGINE Maintenance repair or replacement of...

Page 26: ... Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position With throttle control lever in slow position hold throttle lever against idle speed screw and adjust idle speed screw to obtain 1200 to 1400 RPM While still holding throttle lever against idle speed screw turn idle mixture screw in clockwise until engine ...

Page 27: ... system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture whioh leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines...

Page 28: ...dead battery Corroded battery termi nals Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carbure tor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel fil ter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section Contact an authorized ser...

Page 29: ...oose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drai...

Page 30: ...uipped Faulty alternator Poor grass dis charge Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Engine backfires when turning en gine OFF Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowin...

Page 31: ...C 1 3600 RPM I IGNmON SWITCH r Il OFF M Q A1 NONE RUN LIGHT B A1 A2 L RUN B A1 NONE START B S A1 NONE NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BA I rERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGtNE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOM...

Page 32: ...ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 25 i I I I I I I 11 I l_ J I I I I 26 r I p I I I I 32 ...

Page 33: ...4 20 Unc 21 166182 Harness Light Socket W 4152J 22 4152J Bulb Light 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146148 Cable Battery 26 166180 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hax 1 4 20 Uric 28 145491 Cable Ground 29 121305X Swltch Seat 30 163968 Switch Ign 33 140403 Key MoldedCraftsman 40 170217 Harness Ign 41 71110408 BoltBIk FinHex l 4 20Uncx1 2 42 131563 CoverTerminal 43 145673 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectan...

Page 34: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 28 58 53 51 54 64 12 74 34 ...

Page 35: ... ClipTinnerman Gdlle P L Panel Dash R H HoodAssembly BumperHood P aleMtg Batter j Fu_ Tank Bushing Snap Nylon Fuel Line Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge Locknut Hex with Insert 3 8 16 Unc Grillew ClipsMS 558 Lens Grille FendtFtrast Bracket Fender Support Screw Thdro_ 5 16 18x 1 2 Pivot Bracket Assembly LH Nut Lock w Insert 1 4 20 UNC Washer 9 32 x 718x 16 Ga Bracket Gdlis Pickoff LH Screw Hex Wshd ...

Page 36: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 GROUND DRIVE 57 25 5 72 116 48 27 151 51 37 26 27 36 ...

Page 37: ...kiler V Groove Ptastlc 164 19091010 48 154407 BellcrankClutchGrad Dry Stl 165165623 49 123205X Retainer Belt 166 166880 50 STD523715 Bolt 168 165492 51 STD541437 NutCrownLock3 8 15UNC 169 165580 52 STD541431 NutCrownLock5 16 18UNC 170 165849 53 105710X Link Clutch 197 169613 55 105709X Spring ClutchRetum 198 169593 56 STD523712 BoltFinHex 3 8 16x1 1 4 202 72110612 57 130801 V Bott Ground Odve 204 ...

Page 38: ...STEERING TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 62 46 47 26 4O 3O 88 13 67 67 6 38 ...

Page 39: ...ge Washer 27 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge Ring Klip Beadng SteeringColumn Draglink Washer Lock Spacer Beadng Axle Nut Hexflange Lock Shaft Assembly Steedng Washer Thrust 515 x 750 x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wshhd Torx Pittman Shaft Assembly Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Gauge Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Rn Red Tie Bushing Steedng Screw Insert Steedng Wheel Washer 13 32 ...

Page 40: ...ENGINE TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 31 39 32 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT I Spark Arrester 40 ...

Page 41: ...kdown No 461707 0145 E1 Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Asm Left ExhaustAsm Right Clamp Tube DoubleEngine Bolt 5 16 18unc x 3 4 W Seres Heat ShieldLt Washer Lock Hv j Helical 1 4 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20Unc x 75 Gasket Muffler Nipple Pipe 4 1 2 Elbow Standard 90 3 8 18 NPT Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16xl 1 2 Tytt Shield BrrdDbrGuard ControlChoke Nut Kepa 3 8 24 Unf Screw 1 1 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Fla...

Page 42: ...ed 17 123978X Nut Hex Lock w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 21 171852 Spdng Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 STD541431 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 SMGML 24 19171912 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga 25 127018X Pan Pnt Seat blk KnobSeat Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION BushingSnap BIk Nyt 50 td Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20xlo1 2 Spacer Sp it 28 X 96 Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoul...

Page 43: ...V Belt Dr Sch Tractor Decal Mower DriveSchematic Decal Battery Diehard Sears Decal Deck Mower EZ3 Decal Battery Decal Lift Handle Pad FootrestLH STLT Pad FootrestRH STLT Owner s Manual English Owner s Manual Spanish WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 7 11 43 I_ Y PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Valve Cap Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire Front 4 59904 Tube FrontTire Not Provided Service Item Only 5 106732X...

Page 44: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 LIFT ASSEMBLY 29_ 27 13 19 32 13 3O 3 5 4 2O 44 ...

Page 45: ...8 73680800 Nut Lock 1 2 13 UNC 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 RetainerSpdng 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge 25 2876H Spdng 26 169484 RatainarClip 27 126971X Rod Adjust L_ 28 73350600 Nut Hax Jam 3 8 16UNC 29 138057 Knob Inf 3 8o16 30 150233 Trunnion Inf Height 31 140302 Beadng Pvt Lift Special 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 36 155097 Pointer Height Indic...

Page 46: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 MOWERDECK 146 34 _147 2 16 1 29 18 27 46 ...

Page 47: ... 35 13 3835 Fastner ChdstmasTree 151 169670 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 152 169676 37 STD551037 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 153 169674 Gauge 154 159675 40 STD541437 NutCrownlock3 8 16UNC 155 169671 44 140088 Guard Mer dreI L H 156 169672 45 STD624003 Retainer 157 169669 46 137729 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 158 17720410 48 133944 Washer Hardened 159 STD533717 49 155066 RollsrAssembly CamFoltower 13079...

Page 48: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER 206 545C _ 2Z 150 11 29 157 I 79 48 ...

Page 49: ...x 031W 71 788069 29A 780160 Thrust Washer 71B 788092 762 ID x 031W 76 780090 29B 780051 Thrust Washer 762 ID x 031W 77 788078A 29C 780199 AnU Rotation Washer 632 79 792144 30 780108 Cup Washer 82 778333 1 127 ID x 032W 31 780001 Fiat Washer 83 778338 750 ID x 056W 85 792154 Use As Needed 87 786089A 31A 780195 Rat Washer 150 788093A 750 ID x 062W 157 788088A 32 788083 Oil Seal 5 8 180 730229A 34 78...

Page 50: ...ENGINE MODEL NUMBER461707 TYPENUMBER0145 E1 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 451 1132 24 _ 146 I_ I fl i 1125_ 49 634 o 552A _ 552 404 o 2581 11019 LABELKIT I 11058 OWNER S MANUAL _k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS 15 _ TOINSTALL SEEREPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 50 ...

Page 51: ...BURETOR KIT 432_ 3920104_ 102 889_ 433_ 386_ 51_ i i 304 305_ 573 _ 447 _o _ 426 306A 3071 258 I _ I_1138 11_8_ 1137 y hl 562__I I 211 il 2780 _I I 602_ I REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 869 391 392 432_ 434 _ 435 P 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSION 968 643 535 445 1o1 f _163 1071 _ 971 9 97 637 _ 108 _ P _ 1102 _ 147 1 105 51 _ L L 104 _ 117 133_ 267_ _ 14741 I 332 934V 76_ i...

Page 52: ...TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 917 270951 BRIGGS STRATTONENGINE MODEL NUMBER461707 TYPENUMBER0145 E1 783 1051 y 803 513 I 5441 801 1o oi 8o2 797 358 GASKET SET 177_ 51A_ 634 _ 7 569 _ 52 ...

Page 53: ...st Keeper Valve Tappet Valve Camshaft Slinger Oil 48 498542 Short Block 50 213290 Manifold intake 51 271412 kO Gasket Intake 51A 270884 ire Gasket Intake 53 93970 Screw Carburetor 54 93208 Screw Intake Manifold 73 691438 Screen Rotating 75 222511 Washer Flywheel 79 691134 Screw Flywheel Fan 91 693483 Body Assembly Upper 95 690718 Screw Throttle Valve 97 693485 Shaft Throttle 98 807923 Kit idld Spe...

Page 54: ... Plug Carburator 513 398003 Clutch Drive 968 225008 Cover Air Cleaner 523 494947 Dipstick 971 805540 Screw _Upper Body To 525 495348 Tube Oil Fill Lower Body 527 223167 Clamp Tube 1005 498157 Fan Flywheel 535 272490 Filter Air 1006 224901 Retainer Fan _44 97603 Armature Starter 1019 496726 Label Kit 352 262332 Bushing Governor Crank 1036 499382 Label Kit Emission _52A 262331 Bushing Governor Crank...

Page 55: ... GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL I Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the lace Make turns gradu I ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

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