Craftsman EZ3 917.270813 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

£RRFfSMR#

19.5HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAW TRACTOR

Model No.

917.2708t3

• Safety

• Assembly

°Operation

oMaintenance

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, CaEI:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179

Visit our Craftsman website:wwwsearscom/craftsman

Warranty........................................................2

SafetyRules.............................................2

ProductSpecifications..............................5

Assembly...................................................8

Operation.......................................................11

MaintenanceSchedule......................17

Maintenance..................................................17

ServiceandAdjustments.....................21

Storage............................................................27

Troubleshooting..........................................28

RepairParts..................................................32

PartsOrdering.....................BackCover

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENT

Fortwo(2)yearsfromthedateof purchase,if thisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtunedup accordingto the instructionsin the owner's

manual,Searswilt repairor replace,free of charge,any partsfoundto be defectivein

materialor workmanship.

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchas blades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,belts,etc.

• Tirereplacementor repaircausedby puncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchasnails,

thorns,stumps,orglass.

- Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,negligence,improperstorageor

accidentorthefailureto maintaintheequipmentaccordingto the instructions

containedinthe owner'smanual.

• Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rentalpurposes_

LIMITED90DAYWARRANTYONBATTERY

Forninety(90)daysfromdate of purchase,if any batteryincludedwiththisriding

equipmentprovesdefectivein materialor workmanshipandour testingdeterminesthe

batterywillnot holda charge,Searswillreplacethebatteryat no charge.In-home

warrant,]serviceonyour Craftsmanridingequipmentis availableat no chargefor 30

daysfromthedateof purchase.Pleasecontactyournearestservicecenter.After 30

daysfromthe dateof purchase,warrantyserviceis availableby takingyour Craftsman

ridingequipmentto your nearestSearsServiceCenter:(In-homewarrantyservicewill

still beavailableafter30 daysfromthedateof purchasebuta standardtrip chargewill

apply)..Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethis productis in theUnitedStates.This

Warrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,andyou mayalsohaveotherrightswhichmay

varyfromstateto state.

SEARS,ROEBUCKANDCO..,D/817WA,HOFFMANESTATES,IL 60179

IMPORTANT:Thiscuttingmachineis

capableof amputatinghandsandfeet

andthrowingobjects Failuretoobserve

thefollowingsafetyinstructionscould

resultin seriousinjuryor death.

GENERA[. OPERATION

, Read, understand, and follow all

instructions 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 thrown by the blade..

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine

if anyone enters the area..

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge

direction and do not point it at anyone°

Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the

guard in place..

, Slowdownbeforeturning.

• Neverleavea runningmachine

unattended.Alwaysturnoff blades,set

parkingbrake,stopengine, and

remove keys before dismounting

• Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light°

•Do not operate the machine white

under the influence of alcohol or

drugs..

• Watch for traffic when operating near

or crossing roadways..

• Use extra care when loading or

unloading the machine into a trailer or

truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60

years and above, are involved in a

large percentage of riding mower-

related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury°

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-

of-control 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°

Uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide ob-

stacles,

• 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 for wheel 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 3

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.,

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and

gradually downhill, if possible.

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

embankments, The mower could

suddenly 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

traction could cause sliding..

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground_

•Do not use 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 aduIL

, Be alert and turn machine off if

children enter the area..

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

o 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 corners, shrubs, trees, or other

objects that may obscure vision.

SERVICE

, Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable

and vapors are 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 refuel the machine indoors°

• Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heat-

er.

, Neverruna machineinsidea closed

area.

• Keepnutsandbolts, especiallyblade

attachmentbolts,tight andkeep

equipmentin goodcondition°

• Nevertamperwith safetydevices.

Checktheir properoperationregularly°

• Keepmachinefreeofgrass,leaves,or

otherdebrisbuild-up,Cleanoil or fuel

spillage_Allowmachineto coolbefore

storing

• Stopandinspectthe equipmentif you

strikean object..Repair,if necessary,

beforerestarting.

. Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairs

with the enginerunning.

• Grasscatchercomponentsare subject

towear,damage,anddeterioration,

whichcouldexposemovingpartsor

allowobjectsto be thrown.Frequently

checkcomponentsand replacewith

manufacturer'srecommendedpads,

when necessary.

• Mowerbladesare sharpandcancut.

Wrapthebl&de(s)orweargloves,and

use extracautionwhenservicing

them°

• Checkbrakeoperationfrequently°

Adjustandserviceas required,,

• Besuretheareaisclearofother

peoplebeforemowing.Stopmachine

ifanyoneentersthe area.

• Nevercarrypassengers.

• Donot mowin reverseunlessabso-

lutelynecessary°Alwayslookdown

and behindbeforeandwhile backing°

• Nevercarrychildren..Theymayfall off

and be seriouslyinjuredor interfere

with safemachineoperation..

, Keepchildrenoutof the mowingarea

andunderthewatchful care of another

responsible adufL

• Be alert and turn machine off if

children enter the area,

Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTtON!!t BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED,.

CAUTION: In order to prevent

accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs

always disconnect spark plug wire and

place wire where it cannot contact spark

plug_

. Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children,

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etco

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine, 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 starting or stopping on a slope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm_

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3°5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

AND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F

'API-SFISG/SH): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 3,5 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

'GAP: ,030") RC 12YC

VALVE INTAKE: ,004"-,006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST:,004"-.006"

GROUND SPEED FORWARD:

(MPH): 1ST

2ND

3RD

4TH

5TH

6TH

REVERSE:

FRONT:

REAR:

1_,2

1,5

2,.3

3.5

4.8

5.4

1.5

TIRE 14 PSI

PRESSURE: 10 PSI

CHARGING t6AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MfN, CCA: 240

CASE SIZE:U 1R

BLADE BOLT 27-35 FT_ LBS

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase

of a Craftsman Tractor., It has been

designed, engineered and manufactured

to give you the best possible depend-

ability 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 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

available on this 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 manual,

,_ WARNING: This tractor is equipped

with an internal combustion engine and

should not be used on or near any

unimproved 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 (if any)_ tf a spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the opera-

tor.

In the state of California 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/Department (See

REPAIR PARTS section of this manual)°

Parts Bag contents shown full size

, ,ill i1,,, = = i,,i,

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

/_ (1) Lockwasher 3f8

Locknut 5/16-18

(1) Hex Bolt

(1) Large Fiat Washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18

(I) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(2) Screws #10 x 5/8

(2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4x 16 Gauge

(2) Lock Washers #10

(2) Weld Nuts #10 _

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Mulcher

Plate

Video

Cassette t

Steering

Wheel

Steering

Manual Boot

Parts Bag contents not shown full size

Parts Bag

_k Assemblies

Steering

Wheel

Insert

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Steering Wheel

Adapter

5Steering

Extension

= Shaft

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., Review the video cassette before

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FORASSEIVlBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier,. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below,.

(1) 9/16"wrench (1) Utility knife

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Phillips

(1) 3/4" socket with screwdriver

drive ratchet

(1) Tire pressure gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means, from your point of

view, when you are in the operating

position (seated behind the steering

wheel)..

TO REMOVE "TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and

parts boxes from shipping carton,,

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on

ali four corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flaL

• Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH 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 IocknuL

Tighten securely°

IMPORTANT: Tighten bolt and nut

securely to 18-22 ft. Ibso 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

steering shaft extension_

Extension __

Shaft ...._ Adapter

5t16 ___ _

Locknut /5/16 Hex Bolt

, , ,, j_._c.mah

Shaft t'. ,--_--_/ 7 ,_'

r .... ' , Slots

•Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter

•Assemble large flat washer 318 lock

washer, 318 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel

•Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid

HOWTO SET UPYOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

•Lift hood to raised position°

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label

(label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one

hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY"

in Maintenance section of this manual

for charging instructions),

.._+,;+:::_, ._" ._7_ _.

Label

i i

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat

pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble

shoulder bolt. Tighten shoulder bolt

securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely,. Do not tighten,

• Lower seat into operating position

and sit on seat,.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutchlbrake pedal all the way down..

• Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely..

Shoulder Seat Pan _'_"_---,-">_ /I

Bolt ..... \t

"'''" Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

- Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal,.

•Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

- Remove banding holding discharge

guard up against tractor,

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID

WARNING: 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 objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank

with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutchlbrake pedal and set the

parking brake,.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position,

• Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

:Start the engine, After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

• Depress clutchfbrake pedal into full

"BRAKE" position and hold, Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear_

• Slowly release clutchlbrake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid,.

, Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that

foltow_

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch

hook by inserting weld nut from the top

with hook pointing down,

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position,

. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown,

• Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

,_ CAUTION: Do not remove discharge

guard from mower, Raise and hold guard

when attaching mulcher plate and allow

it to rest on plate while in operation

Weld Nut

From The To

Lock

Washer

Weld Nut

Hook

Points

Down

Latch

Hook

Latch

Washer

Mulcher ,_,jScrew

Plate

_ck

iWasher

asher

Nut

Deflecto

Shield

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 installation of optional

grass catcher accessory,

NOTE: it is not necessary to change

blades. The mulcher blades are de-

signed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overin-

flated at the factory for shipping pur-

poses_ Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"

section of this 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

replacing motion and mower blade drive

belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual,. Verify that the

belts are routed 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,

JCHECKLIST

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:

V"All assembly instructions have been

completed.

V' No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/Battery is properly prepared and

charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6

amps).

•/Seat is adjusted comfortably and

tightened securely.

•/All tires are properly inflated° (For

shipping purposes, the tires were

overinflated at the factory).

V"Be sure mower deck is properly

leveled side-to-sidelfront-to-rear for

best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).,

¢" Check mower and drive belts. Be sure

they are routed properly around

pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/Check wiring, See that all connections

are still secure and wires are properly

clamped

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR

TRACTOR, PAY EXTRAATTENTION TO

THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

V' Engine oil is at proper level.

V' Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean,

regular unleaded gasoline.

¢" Become familiar with all controls ° their

location and function. Operate them

before you start the engine..

./Be sure brake system is in safe

operating condition°

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