Sears EZ3 917.256543- Manuals

accessories and attacrswents These accessories and attachments were available through most Sears retail outlets and service centers when the tractor was purchased., Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the mode! number of your tractor. ENGINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMANCE Sears...

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACEC Parts Bag contents shown futi size (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 X1 |1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher 3/8 {1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1 ) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 1 (1) Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Gauge ^ ^ (2) Lock Washers #10 f (2) Weld Nuts #10 I (2) Washers 3/16...

ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factoty with exception oí 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 ti...

ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 6 St 7) » Install two latch hooks to muicher 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 def...

OPERATiOi^ These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning. ii Ik I MOWER LIFT I ' 1 ■ - [■ : 1 / '' / ' ' \ ( CJ 1 K \ I / ‘V ______ J BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW © 1 a| 0 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSU...

OPERATIOM KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare theiiiustrations with yourtractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety stand...

OPERATIOM U I I I H • . The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over...

OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER {See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens­ ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat With the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine, » Select desired height of cut, ® Lower mower with attachmen...

OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel, it wii! take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. » Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake, » Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. ® Move atta...

CUSTOMER RESPOMSiBlLlTlES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE ^5# Check Brake Operation ife/ 1/ 1 1 Check Tire Pressure !✓ i/ 1 ' Check for Loose Fasteners I ^ ✓ t ✓ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades % / a 1 Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓ : Check Battery Level/Rscharge ✓ e 1 Clean B...

CUSTOMER RESP0WSIB1UT¡ES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte­ nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See ‘TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjust­ments section ...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belte for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and repiace if necessary* The belts are not adjustable. Replace baits if they begin to slip from wear, TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cool...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) Your engine will not tun properly using ...

CUSTOMER RESPOMSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17} Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year,, » Drain oil from engine crankcase (See “TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section of this manual, through step remov...

SERVICE AMD ADJUSTMENTS A / o CAUTION: BEFORE FERFORMINO ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress ciutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. Make sure the blades an...

SERVICE mo ADJUSTMEIMTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inffated (See ‘PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SiDE-TO...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of this manual). Work belt of...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE SHIFTER LINKAGE AND AD­ JUSTMENT {See Figs. 27 and 28) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows: » Make sure...

SER¥iCE ÄND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB « Raise hood. * Pull bulb holder out of the hole In the backside of the grill. 0 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the griil. “ Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring...

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the tactoiy and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: » With engine not runn...

STORAGE immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in ...

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine-cilcks but will not start Loss of power 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not “CHOKED" property. 3- Engine flooded. 4, Bad Spark plug- 5- Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filler 7 Water in fusi. s, Loose or d...