Craftsman EZ3 917.273021 Manuel utilisateur

Owner's Manual

CnnFTSivina

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC STAR7

46" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

GARDEN TRA C

Model No.

917.273021

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equip-

ment.

For answers to yourquestions

aboutthis product,Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am -5 pm, Mort- Sat

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

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

Safety Rules ........................................... 2

Product Specifications ........................... 5

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

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

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

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

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

Storage................................................. 31

Troubleshooting.................................... 32

Repair Parts ......................................... 36

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

•Fortwo (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-

tained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructionsin the owner's manual,

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

workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:.

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

plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.

•Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objects, such as nails,

thoms, stumps, or glass.

•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improperstorage or acci-

dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in

the owner's manual.

•Riding equipment used for commercial or rentalpurposes.

LIMITED 90 DAYWARRANTY ON BATTERY

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

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

tery will not holda charge, Sears will replace the battery at nocharge. In-home warranty

service on your Craftsman riding equipment isavailable at no charge for 30 days from

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

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

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

able after 30 days from thedate of purchase but a standard tripcharge will apply). This

warranty applies only while this productis inthe United States. This Warranty gives you

specific legal rights,and you may also have other dghtswhich may vary from state to

state.

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

GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow allinstruc-

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 thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

befOr_mowing. 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 it at anyone. Do

not operate the mower without either

the entire grass catcher or the guard in

place.

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave arunning machine unat-

tended. Always turn off blades, set park-

ing 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

crossing roadways.

•Use extra care when loading or unload-

ing the machine intoa trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to Ioss-

of-contrel and tipover accidents, which

can resultin 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 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 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 downthe

slope.

DO NOT:

•Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, ifpossible.

•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 cliffor 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

puttingyour foot on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep

slopes.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur ifthe 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 tum 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

•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 heater.

•Never run a machine inside a closed

area.

•Keep nuts and bolts, 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 oil or fuel

spillage. Allow machine to cool before

'storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you

strike an object. Repair, if necessary,

before restarting.

•Never make adjustments or repairswith

the engine running.

•Grass catcher components are subject

to wear, damage, and deterioration,

whichcould expose moving pads or

allow objects to be thrown. Frequently

- check components and replace with

manufacturer's recommended pads,

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.

Adjustand service as required.

•Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine ifanyone

enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-

ly 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 tum machine off if children

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 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 starting or stopping on aslope. If

tires lose traction, disengage the blades

and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• Donottumonslopesunlessnecessary,

and then, tum slowly and gradually

downhill, if possible.

_,Look for this symbol to point out impor-

tant safety precautions. It means CAU-

TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-

TY IS INVOLVED.

AcAuTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal startingwhen setting up, tr-dnsporting,

adjusting or making repairs always discon-

nect spark plug wire and place wire where

itcannot contact spark plug.

,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from

this product contains chemicals known to

the State of Califomia to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3ASOLINE :3.5GALLONS

3APACITY UNLEADED

_,ND TYPE: REGULAR

OIL TYPE SAE 10W-30

API-SF/SG/SH): (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(below 32°F")

_ILCAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4,2 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.7 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: Champion RC12YC

GAP: .040")

GROUND SPEED FORWARD: 5.8

MPH): REVERSE: 2.1

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING

SYSTEM: 15 AMPS@ 3600 RPM

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 dependability

and performance.

Should you experience any problem you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.

We have competent, well-trained techni-

cians 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 manual.

,AWARNING: 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 (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it

should be maintained in effective working

order by the operator.

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 (See REPAIR PARTS section of

this manual).

PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE

(1) Shoulder Bolt

15/16-18

(1) Washer

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

(1) Knob

(2) Screws

#10 x 5/8 t

(2) Weld Nuts_ (2) Lock

#1_ Washers#10

(2) Washers

3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge _w

(3) Retainer Spdngs

(Double Loop)

/I_"_ (4) Retainer Springs

(Single Loop)

Partspacketseparatelyincarton

Seat

Steering Wheel

Mulcher

Video

Cassette

Plate

Manual Parts Bag

Parts Bag contents not shownfull size

(_(2) Washers 3/8

(2) Shoulder x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

Bolts +®

<:_ 12) Centerlock

(2) Keys Nuts (2) Gauge

Wheels

Steedng

U (2) Latch Hook

Assemblies

_(2) FrontLinkAssemblies

Wheellnsed

Slope Sheet

Steedng

Sleeve

Steedng Sleeve

Extension

Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywithexceptionofthosepartsleft

unassembledforshippingpurposes.Toensuresafeandproperoperationofyourtractor

allpartsandhardwareyouassemblemustbetightenedsecurely.Usethecorrecttools

asnecessaryto insurepropertightness.Reviewthevideocassettebeforeyoubegin.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

-Asocketwrenchsetwillmakeassembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes you need

are listed below.

(1) 9/16" wrench (1) 3/4" Socket w/

(1) 112"wrench drive rachet

(1)Pliers (1) Phillips Screw-

(1) Utility knife driver

(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 posi-

tion (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK 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 corners of shipping carton, and

lay panels flat.

•Remove mower and package materials.

•Check for any additional loose parts or

boxes and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF

SKID

ATTACH 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.

• Slidethe steering sleeve over the steer-

in_]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.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center

of steering wheel.

•Remove protective materials from trac-

tor hood and grill.

Steering

Wheel

_Steedng

Wheel Insert

Hex Bolt

Lock Washer

Large Flat

Washer

Wheel

Adapter

IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any

staples in skid that may puncture tires

where tractor is to roll off skid.

TO ROLL 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 freewheel control in freewheeling

position to disengage transmission (See

"TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

• Lifthood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after

month and year indicated on label (label

located between terminals) charge bat-

tery for minimum of one hour at 6-10

amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance

section of this manual for charging

instructions).

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

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted

position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob

securely,

Seat

Seat Pan

Shoulder

Bolt

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires onyour tractor were overinflated

at the factory for shipping purposes.

Correct tire pressure is important forbest

cuffing performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in

_PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 5 ofthis manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-

tor, check to see that the brake isproperly

adjusted. See =TOADJUST BRAKE" in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

Be sure tractor is on level surface and

mower suspension arms are raised with

attachment lift control. Engage parking

brake.

•Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway

bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to

left side of mower deck.

•Slide mower under tractor with dis-

charge guard to right side of tractor.

Rat Washer

IMPORTANT:Checkbellfor properrout-

ingin allmowerpulleygrooves. Install

bellintoelectricclutchpulleygroove.

•Install one front link in top hole of the

right hand front mower bracket and right

hand front suspension bracket. Retain

with two single loop retainer springs as

shown.

•Install second front link in left hand

front suspension bracket only and

retain with single loop retainer spdng as

shown.

•Tum height adjustment knob counter-

clockwise until it stops.

•Lower mower linkage with attachment

lift control.

•Place the left hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

•Slide left side of mower back and install

the unattached front link in top hole of

the left hand front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring

as shown.

•Place the right hand suspension arm on

inward pointing deck pin. If necessary,

rock and raise front of mower to align

deck pin with the hole in suspension

arm. Retain with double loop retainer

spring with loops down as shown.

Chassis

Shoulder Bracket

•Boa

Double Loop

•Retainer Spring

(Inward pointing

deck p_ns)

•Connect anti-sway bar to chassis brack-

et under left footrest and retain with

double loop retainer spring.

•Turn height adjustment knob clockwise

to remove slack from mower suspen-

sion.

Raise mower to highest position.

Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the

Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower 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, mower drive, and mower blade

drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the

belts are routed correctly.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate

using screw, washer, lock washer, and

weld nut as shown.

Suspension

Arms Suspension

Front Mower

Gauge

Wheel

3/8 Washer 3/8-16

Center

Locknut

Use Pliersfor

Retainer Springs

Double Loop

Retainer Sp.dng

Anti-Sway

Bar Idler

Pulley

Retainer Springs

DLschargeGuard

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