Craftsman EZ3 917.273080 Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual

£RI:IFTSMAN+

22.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRACTOR

Model No.

917.273080

EZ3

•Safety

•Assembly

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Repair Parts

This product has alow emission engine which operates

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual,

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5am -5 pm, Mon - Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, I160179

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

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

SafetyRules.........................................3

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

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

Operation............................................13

MaintenanceSchedule......................20

Maintenance.......................................20

ServiceandAdjustments....................24

Storage...............................................32

Troubleshooting.................................33

RepairParts........................................38

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

LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMANRIDINGEQUIPMENTPARTS

Fortwo(2)yearsfromthedateofpurchase,ifthisCraftsmanRidingEquipmentis

maintained,lubricatedandtunedupaccordingtotheinstructionsintheowner's

manual,Searswillrepairorreplace,freeofcharge,anypartsfoundtobedefectivein

materialorworkmanship.Warrantyserviceisavailablefreeofchargebytakingyour

CraftsmanridingequipmenttoyournearestSearsServiceCenter.In-homewarranty

serviceisavailablebutatripchargewillapply.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethis

productisintheUnitedStates.

ThisWarrantydoesnotcover:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchasblades,spark

plugs,aircleaners,beltsandoilfilters.

• Tirereplacementorrepaircausedbypuncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchasnails,

thorns,stumps,orglass.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseofoperatorabuse,includingbutnotlimitedto,damage

causedbytowingobjectsbeyondthecapabilityoftheridingequipment,impacting

objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or 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) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within thirty (30) days of its

purchase date.

• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

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. Warranty

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

IMPORTANT; This cutting machine is

capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Failure to observe

the following safety instructions could

result in serious injury or death.

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

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.

•Slow down before turning.

•Never leave a running machine

unattended. Always turn off blades, set

parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn 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 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 dding 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 aslope, if

tires lose traction, disengage the

blades and proceed slowly straight

down the slope.

DO NOT:

•Do notturn 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 nottry to stabilize the machine by

putting your foot on the ground.

•Donotusegrasscatsheronsteep

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 adult.

• 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 iniured 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

engine to ¢ool 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 heater.

• Never run amachine 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 regulerl

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves,

other debris build-up. Clean oil or fu_

spillage. Allow machine to cool befor

storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if yo_

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs

with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subje

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

which could expose moving parts or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequent

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, an

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 carr,j 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.

• Be alert and turn machine off if chil-

dren enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind

and down for small children.

• Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),

not across.

•Remove obstacles such as rooks, tre

limbs, at(:.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-

even terrain could overturn the ma-

chine. Taftgrass can hide obstacles,

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear

so that yOUwill not have to stop or sl_

while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope

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 notturn on slopes unless neceso

sary, and then, turn slowly and gradL

ally downhill, if possible.

_l, Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWAREH! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs always dis-

connect spark plug wire and place wire

where it cannot contact spark plug.

_I, CAUTION= Do not coast down a hill in

neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

_CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommendedby and comply with

specifications of the manufacturer ofyour

tractor.Use common sense when towing.

Operate only at the lowest possible speed

when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, whil_

on a slope, isdangerous. Tires can lose

traction with the ground and cause you to

lose control of your tractor.

,_=WARNING: The enqine 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

OILTYPE SAE 10W30

API-SF/SG/SH): (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(BELOW 32°F)

OJLCAPACITY: w/FILTER: 4.2PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7PINT,<

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION

GAP: .030") RC12YC

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

(MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE FRONT: 14 PSI

PRESSURE: REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING f5AMPS @ 3600RPM

SYSTEM:

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE:U1R

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 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".

REPAIR AGREEMENT

A Sears Repair 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" end "Storage" sections of this

owner's manual.

A__WARNING: This tractor isequipped

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 aspark arrester meeting applicable

local or state laws (ifany). If 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 authorized service

center/department (See REPAIR PARTS

section of this manual).

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

"_? -Steering Sleeve

Seat

Steering Sleeve

Extension

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Shoulder

t_(1) Knob Bolt 5/16-18

Mower

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

Video Cassette

Keys

Slope Sheet

(2)Keys

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those pads lefl

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 bef

you begin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are _isted below.

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

(1) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with

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

all four comers of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materi-

als.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATrACH STEERING WHEEL

•Remove hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer from steering shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so

they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the

steering shaft,

• Align tabs and press steering sleeve

extension into bottom of steering

wheel.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars

are horizontal (left to right) and slide

onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering

shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and

large flat washer previously removed.

Tighten securely.

._Steedng

""."Wheel Ins*

Hex Bolt

_-_-----Lock Washer

_'_--_ Large FI

Steering _ Washer

Wheel-._.._ _ -,

.= SteeringWhe

_Adapter

Steering

Sleeve _--_._._Tab s

Extension i

.= .

SteeringShaft !

Steering_ '

Sleeve _.4'_ % = ' ,_ ' 'i

• Snap steering wheel insert into cenl

of steering wheel.

• Remove protective materials from

tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT; Check for and remove B

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR 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 mar_

for charging instructions).

Label

INSTALL SEAT

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment

knob.

•Remove adjustment knob and flat

washer securing seat to cardboard

packing and set aside for assembly of

seat to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from

the cardboard packing. Remove the

cardboard packing and discard.

• 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

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment

knob securely.

Seat

Shoulder Seat Pan

Bolt

Flat Washer

Adjustment

Knob

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your

tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate

instruction belowto remove the tractor from

the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Operation section for location and

function of controls)

•Press lift lever plunger and raise

attachment liftlever to its highest

position.

•Release parking brake by depressing

clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheel-

ing position to disengage transmission

(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)

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.

•Place freewheel control in "transmis-

sion engaged" position.

• Sit on seat in operating position,

depress clutch/brake pedal and set the

parking brake.

•Place motion control 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.

• Release parking brake.

•Slowly move the motion control lever

forward 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 follow.

IMPORTANT: For shipping purposes, the

mulcher plate was preattached to your

mower. The mulcher plate must only be

used with the mulching blades that came

packed separately in the carton.

Your mower came factory equipped with

high performance blades, which are the

best blades for bagging and discharging.

To use your mower with the high

performance blades the mulcher plate

must be removed from the mower.

TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR

MULCHING

•Turn the mower over to allow access to

blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat

washer and remove high performance

blades. Store in safe place.

• Install mulcher blades with trailing

edge up towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

center hole in blade must align with star

on mandrel assembly.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and

flat washer in exact order as shown,

•Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8

HEATTREATED.

• Install mulcher plate if previously

removed. Mandrel

Assembly

Trailing EdgeUp Center /

Blade Hole ,_i-, -%

Hex Bolt _,. _"? _

(Grade 8)* _._Leck:_ "-_ i, Star

,Washer •-

•AGRADE8 HEATTREATEDBOLTCANBE

IDENTIFIEDBYSIX LINESON THE BOLT

HEAD.

TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

NOTE: If you installed the mulching

blades you will need to install the

mulcher plate.

•Raise and hold deflector shield ir_

upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over fret

of mower deck opening and slide inl

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 dischargq

guard from mower. Raise and hold gu_

when attaching mulcher plate and allc

it to rest on plate while in operation.

Deflector

Shield _ Mulcher

Latch

i Hooks

TO CONVERT TO SAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

NOTE: The mulcher b_ades will discha,

and bag grass, but for best bagging an

discharging install the high performanc

blades.

• Remove mulcher plate and mulcher

blades and install high performance

blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL inth

MAINTENANCE section of this mare

• Store mulcher blades and mulcher I:

in a safe p_ace. Your mower is now

ready for discharging or installation,

optional grass catcher accessory.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE

BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface a

mower suspension arms are raised w

attachment lift control. Engage parki

brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing al

sway bar and belts. Swir_ antl-s_

bar to left side of mower deck.

Slide mower under tractor with (

charge guard to right side of tract(

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper

routing in atl mower pulley grooves.

Insta_l belt into electric clutch pulley

groove.

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