Craftsman EZ3 917.270711 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual_

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17.0 HP

ELECTRIC STAR'T

42" MOWER

6"SPEED TRANS_XLUE-

LAWN TRAG TOR

Modet N_.

917.270711

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answersto yourquestions

aboutthisproduct,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Une

5 am -5 pm, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Varrar_-_ ..... -. ............................... ......... 2

_afety Rules ........................................... 2 :

_rodObTS p°eCifiC_ti'on_ '...._......'...:.. :...::....5

ssembly,.. ...... ,.-,-,-,---.,---..------,--.-- ...... 8

)peration .............................................. 12

Ylaintenance Schedule.._i_,',i_ .............. 18

Nlaintenance......................................... 18

Service and Adjustments ...................... 22

Storage ................................................. 28

Troubleshooting.................................... 29

Repair Parts ......................................... 32

Parts Ordering ..:.................... Back Cover

.IMITF_,__TVyO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDII_G EQUIPMENT

"ortwo (2) years from the date of I_umh_se, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

=_ined,lubricated and tunedup according to the instructions in the owner's manual,

;ears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or

,orkmanship.

"hisWarra._n_ty_do__snot cover:.

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,

thorns, stumps, or glass.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in

the owner's manual.

Ridingequipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

.IMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

"or ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip

lent proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-

.=rywill not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty

;ervice on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from

lie date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the

ateof purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip-

lent to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail-

tble after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This

varranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you

i;pecific legal rights, and you may also have other dghts which may vary from state to

;tate.

_ears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

._ENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instruc-

tions in the manual and on the machine

before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are

familiar with the instructions, to operate

the machine.

.Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, etc., which could be picked

up and_wn by the blade.

Be _ure _e area is clear of other people

befom_owmg. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Never.carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direc-

tionand do not point itat anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave a running machine unat-

tended. Always tum off blades, s_eetpark-

ing brake, stop engine, and remove

keys before dismounting.

•Tum off blades when not mowing.

•Stol_engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

lighL

•Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing.the machine into a trm'le_or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION '_

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control and tipover accidents, which

can result in severe injury or death. All

sl.opes require extra caution. If you cannot

back up th-e-_s-l_peo_iTyou 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. Uneven

terrain_could overtum the machine. Tall

grass Can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Follow the manufacturer's recommen-

dations forwheel weights or counter-

weights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or

other attachments. These can change

the stability of the machine.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow

and gradual. Do not make sudden

changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If

--tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly strai.ght down the

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The mower could sud-

denly turn over if a wheel is over the

edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge

caves in.

•Do not mow on:wet grass, Reduced

traet'N_'ffP_uld-_use sfiding.

•Do notby to stabilize the machine by

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do notuse grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN •

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the

•machine and the mowing activity. Never

assume that children will remain where

you last saw them. --

-Keep children out of the mowing area

•and under the watchful care of another

responsible adulL

•Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children. •

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere with

safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the

machine.

•Use extra care when approaching blind

comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

•Useextra cam in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors am explosive.

-Use only an approved container.

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running. Allow en-

gine to cool before refueling. DO not

smoke.

- Never rehJel the machine indoors.

-Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame,such as a water heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

• Keep nuts and belts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices.

Check their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up. Clean oH or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

•"stodng,.

•Stop and.inspect the.equipment Hyou

strike an object. Repair, ifnecessary,

before restading,

•" 3" "

• Never make acljustmentsorrepairs with

engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving pads or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

check components and replace with

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

be_f_or_e__owj.n.g,Stop machine ifanyone

enters the area.

* Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly necessary.Always lookdown and

behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injuredor interfere with

-safemachine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

• responsible adult.

•Be alertand tum machine off if children

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and downfor small children.

_Look for this symbolto point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TIONI!! BECOME AWAREI!! YOUR SAFE-

TY !S INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tatst-arting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

itcannot contact spark plug.

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 servicingthem.

Check brake operation frequently. _

Adjust and service as required.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not

across.

•Remove obstacles such•as rocks,tree

limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven

terrain could overtum the machine. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so

that you will not have to stop or shift

while on the slope.

•Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

•Do not tum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill,if possible.

_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Caiifomia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

.R0.u..orspE=RcA!n .s

.... 125 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

- REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 30 (above320F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3;0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

(GAP: .030") INTAKE: .003"-.005"

EXHAUST: .005"-.007"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:,

(MPH): •I sT 1.2

2ND 1.5

3RD 2.4

................ 4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.4

REVERSE: 1.5

PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

.... 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: UIR

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Cra_an Tractor. It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured .

to give you the.best possible depondab, ity

ar;d performance.

ShoukJyou-e ,rk=nceanyproUemyou..

cannot easily remedy, please cor_tact your "

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained technk

clans and the proper tools to service or

repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tractor properly. Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES'.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able onthis product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under =Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this

owner's r.-'mual.

_,WARNIhG: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any unim-

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's

exhaust system is equipped with a spark

arrester meeting applicable local or state

laws ('_ any). If a spark an'ester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

In the state of Califomia the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. A spark

arrester for the muffler is available through

your nearest Sears Authorized Service

Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

_'_'- lr

(1) Large Flat Washer:

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Lockwasher

3/8

(1) Hex Bolt

5/16-18x 1-1/4 @(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(1) Washer

.17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Q(1) Knob

"- PARTS BAG CONTENTS,-SHOWN:FULL SIZE •

(2) Weld Nuts

_#10

(2) Screws /_ (2) Lock

#10 x 5/8 _t_ Washem #10

(2) Washem

_/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge

Parts packet separately in carton

Seat

Video

Cassette

Mulcher /?/_

•Steermg Wheel

Boot i

Parts Bag contents not shownfull size

_]ER. (_ (2) Washers

(2) Shoulder _3/8 x 7/8 x 14

Bolts Centerlock Nuts (A' _f))

(2)

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Steedng

Wheel Insert

(2) .Gauge -Wheels

i_" _'_'_ I I I-,

(_ (2) Latch Hook

-Assemblies-:.

Steering "

Extension

Shaft

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Yot_rnew-tractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthosepartsleft

unassembledforshippingpurposes.Toensuresafeandproperoperationofyourtractor

allpartsandhardwareyouassemblemust be tightened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1_)9/16" wrench

(2) 1/2" wrench

(1) Pliers

(1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" wrench socket

drive.mchet .......

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

(1) Phillips Screw

ddver

(1)Tirepressure

gauge

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPAeK-CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton (See

page 6),

•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND

_BOQT_

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft. Align mounting holes in exten-

sion and lower shafts and install 5/16

hex bolt and Iocknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut secure-

ly to 18-22 ft. Ibs. torque.

• • 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.

• Slide steering'wheel adapter onto steer-

--ing'_raft -e_tension.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

Insert

3/8 He_ Bolt

Lockwasher

Large Flat

Stee__iill r

Wheel

TOROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise attach-

ment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) posi-

tion.

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor.

,tOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Liftseat pan to _position and open.

batteyJ>ox_door.

• Ifthis battery is put intoservice after

month and year•indicatedon label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-,

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY": in MAINTE-

NANCE section of this manual for charg-

ing instructions).

.. . .. •

Seat Pan

BatteryBox ,Label

Door

-Terminal_

INSTALL SEAT

Adjustseat-beforetightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt._ghten shoulder bolt

securely.

•Assemble adjustment knob andfiat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

•Lower seat into operating position and

sit on seat:

•Slide seat until a comfodable position is

reached which allows you .topress

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•(_et off seat without movingits adjusted

position. •-. ....

_Ralse's_at and tighten adjustment knob

securely.

SeatPan

Shoulder

Bolt

RatWasher

AdjustmentKnob

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•InstalltWOlatchh0oks tOimUlcherplate

using screw, washer, I_ Washer, and

weld nutas shown.

NOTE,"Pre-assembla Weldnut to latch

hook by inseding weld nut fromthe top

with hook pointing down.

•Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in up-

rightposition.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of

mower de;.,_opening and slide into

place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole onfront of

mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

4_CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower; Raise and hold guard

•when attaching mulcher plate•and allow it

to rest onplate while in operation. •i

Weld

Weld Nut

The Top .,_

Lock

Washer

Screw

Latch

Hook Points

Down

Washer

Mulcher

Weld Nut

[-Lock, Washer

Washer

Screw.

Deflector

Shiekl

Latch

Hooks•

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING _-

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in

a safe-place. Your mower is now ready for

discharging or installationof optional

grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are designed

for discharging and bagging also.

_.SSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO •

MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep

the mower deck in proper positionWhen

opemting-rnower. Be sure they are prop-

erly adjusted to ensure optimum mower

performance.

•Assemble gauge wheels with tractor on

aflat level surface.

_, Adjust-mewer-to_desiredcuttingheight

(See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING

HEIGHT" in the Operation section of

this manual).

•With mower in desired height of cut

position, gauge wheels should be

assembled so they are slightly offthe

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropri-

ate holewithshoulder bolt,318washer,

and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tightensecurely.

•Repeat for opposite side installing

gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

Gauge Wheel MounUng

Bracket

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE .

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is importantfor best

cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PS! shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 5 ofthis manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best Cutting results, mower housing

should be properly leveled. See "TO

LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual. •

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF

ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replac-

ing motion and mower blade drive belts in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual. Verify that the belts are rout-

ed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you leam how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake is properly

adjusted. See -TO ADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

3/8-16

Locknut

-..°

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