Craftsman EZ3 917.271830 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

21.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

Model No.

917,271830

•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 Line

5 am - 5 pro, Mon -Sat

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

visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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

Safety Rules ......................................... 3

Product Specifications .......................... 6

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

Operation ............................................ 12

Maintenance Schedule ...................... 19

Maintenance ....................................... 19

Service and Adjustments .................... 23

Storage ............................................... 29

Troubleshooting .................................. 30

Repair Parts ........................................ 34

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

LIMITEDTWOYEAR WARRANTYON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT PARTS

Fortwo(2) yearsfrom thedate ofpurchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedand tunedup accordingtothe instructionsin the owner's

manual,Searswillrepairor replace,free ofcharge,any partsfound tobe defectivein

material or workmanship.Warrantyserviceisavailablefree ofchargeby takingyour

Craftsmanridingequipmentto yournearestSears ServiceCenter. In-homewarranty

serviceisavailable but a trip chargewillapply.This warrantyappliesonlywhilethis

productisintheUnitedStates.

This Warranty does notcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse, suchas blades,spark

plugs,air cleaners,beltsand oilfilters.

• Tire replacementor repair causedbypuncturesfrom outsideobjects,suchas nails,

thorns,stumps,or glass.

•Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse,includingbut notlimitedto, damage

caused bytowingobjectsbeyondthe capabilityofthe ridingequipment,impacting

objectsthat bendthe frame or crankshaft,or overspeedingthe engine.

•Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbutnot limitedto,

electricalend mechanicaldamage causedby improperstorage,failure to usethe

propergrade and amountof engineoil, failureto keepthe deckclear offlammable

dabris, or the failure to maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructions

containedin the owner'smanual.

• Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedby fuel determinedtobe contami-

natedor oxidized(stale). In general,fuel shouldbe used withinthirty(30) daysof its

purchasedate.

•Ridingequipmentusedfor commercialor rentalpurposes.

LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines

the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War-

ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to

your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is available but a trip

charge will apply. This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE IN-

HOME WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which may vary from state to state.

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

tMPORTANT: Th s cult ng machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in

sedous injury or death.

I. GENERAL 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

recks, 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 camj 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.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

perking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Tum off blades when not mowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass

catcher or unclogging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not operate the machine while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or

cross'rag 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 bementage of riding mower-

related injudes. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate

the dding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from

serious injury.

n. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopesarea maiorfactorrelatedtoloss-of-

controland tipover accidents,whichcan

resultinsevere injuryor death. Allslopes

requireextracaution,ifyoucannotback up

theslopeor ifyoufeel uneasyon 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.

•Usa 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

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

•Do not mow near drop-otis, 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.

III. CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccurif theoperator

isnotalertto thepresenceofchildren.

Childrenareoftenattractedto the

machineand the mowingactivity.Never

assumethatchildrenwillremainwhere

you lastsaw them.

•Keepchildrenout ofthe mowingarea

and underthe watchfulcare ofanother

responsibleadult.

•Be aled and tum machineoffifchildren

enterthe area.

•Beforeand when backing,lookbehind

and downfor small children.

•Nevercarrychildren.They mayfall off

and be seriouslyinjuredor interfere

with safe machineoperation.

•Never allowchildrento operatethe

machine.

•Use extracare when approachingblind

comers,shrubs,trees, or otherobjects

thatmay obscurevision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handlinggasoline

and otherfuels. They are flammable

and vaporsare explosive.

-Use onlyan approvedcontainer.

- Neverremovegas cap or add fuel

withthe enginerunning. Allow

engineto coolbeforerefueling. Do

notsmoke,

-Never refuelthe machineindoors.

- Never storethe machineor fuel

containerinsidewherethere isan

openflame, suchas a waterheater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area,

•Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade

attachment bolts, tight and keep

equipment 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 oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

stdke an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts 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 •Be alert and tum machine off if children

people before mowing. Stop machine if

anyone enters the area.

• Never cam/passengers or children

even with the blades off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless abso-

lutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while backing.

•Never carry children. They may fall off

and be seriously injured or interfere

with safe machine operation.

. Keep children out of the mowing area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

enter the area.

•Before and when backing, look behind

and down fopsmall children.

•Mow up and dowa slopes (15 °Max),

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 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.

•If machine stops while going uphill,

disengage blades, shift into reverse

and back down slowly.

•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-

ally downhill, if possible.

_.Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions, it means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

A_. 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.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may' lose control of the

tractor.

_L CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer of

your tractor. Use common sense when

towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on a slope. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slope, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

ofyour tractor.

_LWARN!NG: Engine exhaust, some of

its constituents, and certain vehicle

component_ contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive h_lrm.

_.WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS

CAPACITY UNLEADED

ANDTYPE: REGULAR

OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F

(API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

)IL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS

;PARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM

SAP: .030") OR J19LM

VALVE INTAKE: .004"-.006"

CLEARANCE: EXHAUST: .007"-.009"

3ROUND SPEED FORWARD:

IMPH): 1sT 1.2

2N_ 1.5

3RO 2.4

4TM 3.5

5TM 4.8

6TM 5.3

REVERSE: 1.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY

SYSTEM: 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U'l R

BLADE BOLT 27--35 FT. LBS,

TORQUE:

CONGRATULATIONS on your pumhase

of a new tractor. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you

the best possible dependability and

performance.

Shouldyou experienceany problemyou

cannoteasilyremedy,please contacta

Searsor otherqualifiedservicecenter.

We have competent,well-trainedtechni-

clansand the propertoolstoserviceor

repairthistractor.

Please readand retainthis manual. The

instructionswillenable you to assemble

and maintainyourtractorproperly.

Alwaysobservethe"SAFETY RULES".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A RepairAgreementisavailableon this

product, ContactyournearestSearsstore

for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observethe safetyrules.

• Followa regularschedulein maintain-

ing,caringfor and usingyourtractor.

•Followthe instructionsunder"Mainte-

nance"and "Storage"sectionsofthis

owner's manual.

WARNING: Thistractorisequipped

withan internalcombustionengineand

shouldnotbe usedon or near any

unimprovedforest-covered,brush-

coveredor grass-coveredland unlessthe

engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith

a spark arrestermeetingapplicablelocal

orstatelaws(ifany). Ifa sparkarresteris

used, itshouldbe maintainedin effective

workingorderby theoperator.

In the stateofCalifomiatheabove is

requiredby law (Section4442 ofthe

CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode), Other

statesmay havesimilarlaws, Federal

laws applyon federallands. A spark

arresterfor themufflerisavailable

throughyournearestSears servicecenter

(See REPAIRPARTSsectionofthis

manual).

iTM

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Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

(1) Large Washer

Flat

(1)HexBolt 5/16-18x1-1/4 (1) Looknut 5/16-18_ (1)Lockwasher 3/8 1

/ -,,.T_ jSteedng

Steedng Wheel / / / Extension

,' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ', Adapter / // Steedng Shaft

_Boot

(1) Washer

_7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Keys

€(2) Keys

For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Video Cassette

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 FOR ASSEMBLY

A socketwrenchset willmakeassembly

easier.Standardwrenchsizesyou need

are listedbelow.

(1) 9/16"wrench (2) 1/2"wrench

(t) Utilityknife (1) Pliers

(1) Tire pressuregauge

When rightor lefthandismentionedin

thismanual,it means,from yourpointof

view,whenyou are in the operating

position(seatedbehindthe steering

wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1. Remove all accessibleloosepads

and partscartons from carton.

2. Cut,fromtoptobottom,alonglineson

all four cornersofcarton,and lay

panelsflat.

3. Check for any additionalloosepads

or cartonsand remove.

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR

FROM SKID

A'I-rACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE ExTENsION SHAFT AND

BOOT

1. 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.

2. Place tabs of steedng boot over tab

slots in dash and push down to

secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

3, Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

4. Remove steering wheel adapter from

steering wheel and slide adapter onto

steering:shaft extension.

5. Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

inside boot and onto adapter.

6. Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock

washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten

securely.

7. Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

8. Remove protective materials from

tractor hoed and grill.

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to rolloff skid.

Insert

_,_ Lockwasher

_Large Flat

Steering _Steering

Wheel _Boot

/:'_:_y _Tabs

Extension I_..,.._(f"/

Adapter

Locknut _-Hex Bolt

._% __L ,'I

Lower ,--_.---._-.

Steering_ _ ,", ",

,,Tab

Sha.

J - • i

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRACTOR

CHECK BA'n'ERY

1. Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: 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).

;" -' ' Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

1. Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

2. Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

3. Place seat on seat pan so head of

shoulder bolt is positioned over large

slotted hole in pan.

4. Push down on seat to engage

shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat

towards rear of tractor.

5. Pivot seat and pan forward and

assemble adjustment knob and flat

washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6. Lower seat into operating position and

sit in seat.

7. Slide seat until acomfortable position

is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

8. Get off seat without moving its

adjusted position.

9. Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely. Seat

Seat Pan_

Flat Wa__

Bolt

NOTE: Youmay nowrollordriveyour

tractorofftheskid.Followtheappropriate

instructionbelowtoremovethetractor

from theskid.

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (_;ee

Operatlon section for location and

funcUon of controls)

I. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

2. Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake Redal.

3. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N)

position.

4. Roll tractor forward off skid.

5. Remove banding holding deflector

shield up against tractor.

TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

AWARNING: Before starting read

understand and fo ow a nstructions n

the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be

sure the area in front oftractor is clear of

other people and objects.

1. Be sure all the above assembly steps

have been completed.

2. Check engine oil level and fill fuel

tank with gasoline.

3. Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set

the parking brake.

4. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)

position.

5. Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment lift lever to its highest

position.

6. Start the engine. After engine has

started, move throttle control to idle

position.

7. Depress,clutch/brake pedal into full

BRAKE position and hold. Move

gearshift lever to 1st gear.

8. Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and

slowly drive tractor off skid.

9. Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking

brake and place gearshift lever in

neutral position.

10.Turn ignition key to 'OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALLMULCHERPLATE

(If previously removed)

1. Raise and hold deflector shield in

upright position.

2. Place front of mulcher plate over front

of mower deck opening and slide into

place, as shown.

3. Hook front latch into hole on front of

mower deck.

4. Hook rear latch into hole on back of

mower deck.

_CAUTION: Do not remove deflector

shield from mower. Raise and hold shield

when attaching mulcher plate and allow it

to rest on plate while in operation.

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 designed

for discharging and bagging also.

Deflector Mulcher

Latch

Hooks

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

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 propedy 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 ofthis 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.

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