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Craftsman EZ3 917.273023 User Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.273023
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN+
20.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.273023
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
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
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Table of Contents

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Craftsman EZ3 917.273023 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
ModelEZ3 917.273023
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty

Limited Two Year Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment

Details the two-year warranty coverage for riding equipment, excluding expendable items and abuse.

Limited 90 Day Warranty on Battery

Outlines the 90-day warranty for the included battery against defects.

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

Instructions and warnings for safe general operation of the tractor.

Slope Operation Safety

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes to prevent accidents.

Children Safety

Safety precautions to prevent accidents involving children near the tractor.

Service Safety

Safety considerations when handling fuel and performing service procedures.

Product Specifications

Maintenance Agreement Information

Details regarding the availability of a Sears Maintenance Agreement for the product.

Assembly

Tools Required for Assembly

Lists the specific tools needed for assembling the tractor.

How to Set Up Your Tractor

Steps for initial tractor setup, including battery check and wheel positioning.

Install Mower and Drive Belt

Procedures for attaching the mower deck and routing the drive belt.

Install Mulcher Plate

Instructions for attaching the mulcher plate to the mower deck.

Pre-Operation Checklist

A checklist to ensure all assembly and setup steps are completed before operation.

Operation

Know Your Tractor

Familiarization with tractor controls, levers, and their functions.

How to Use Your Tractor

Detailed guidance on operating the tractor's systems and controls.

Stopping Procedures

Procedures for safely stopping mower blades, ground drive, and engine.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine, including cold starts.

Purge Transmission

Procedure to remove trapped air from the transmission for proper operation.

Mowing Tips

Advice for effective mowing, including grass height and wet conditions.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

A schedule of regular maintenance tasks and intervals for the tractor.

General Recommendations

General advice on maintaining the tractor to ensure full warranty value.

Before Each Use Checks

Essential checks to perform before each operation of the tractor.

Lubrication Chart

Identifies lubrication points and types of lubricants required for the tractor.

Tractor Systems

Brake Operation

Information on checking and adjusting the tractor's brake system.

Blade Care

Guidelines for maintaining mower blades, including removal and sharpening.

Operator Presence System

Ensuring the operator presence and interlock systems function correctly.

Service and Adjustments

To Remove Mower

Step-by-step procedures for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

To Level Mower Housing

Procedures for ensuring the mower deck is properly leveled for optimal cutting.

To Replace Mower Drive Belt

Instructions for removing and installing the mower drive belt.

To Adjust Brake

Instructions for adjusting the tractor's brake system for proper stopping distance.

Front Wheel Toe-in Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the front wheel toe-in for proper steering operation.

Troubleshooting Chart

Schematic Diagrams

Tractor Wiring Schematic

Diagram illustrating the tractor's electrical system connections and components.

Repair Parts

Electrical System Parts

Exploded view and part numbers for the tractor's electrical system components.

Chassis and Enclosures Parts

Exploded views and part numbers for chassis and enclosure components.

Ground Drive Parts

Exploded view and part numbers for the tractor's ground drive system.

Steering System Parts

Exploded view and part numbers for the tractor's steering mechanism.

Engine Components

Engine Starting System

Diagrams and parts lists for the engine's starting system.

Engine Controls

Diagrams and parts for engine control systems like throttle and choke.

Engine Oil Pan and Lubrication

Components related to engine oil management and lubrication system.

Cylinder Head, Valve, and Breather

Exploded view and parts list for the engine's cylinder head assembly.

Engine Fuel System

Diagrams and parts for the engine's fuel system components.

Seat Assembly

Decals and Wheels

Decal Identification

Diagrams showing the location and type of various decals on the tractor.

Wheels and Tires

Parts list and diagrams for tractor wheels, tires, and related components.

List Assembly

Mower Deck

Transaxle Systems

Transaxle Pump Assembly

Exploded view and parts list for the transaxle pump assembly.

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes

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