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Craftsman EZ 917.273111 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ 917.273111 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 46" mower 6 speed garden tractor
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Owner's Manual
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22.0 HP
ELECTRIC
START
46" MOWER
6 SPEED
GARDEN TRACiTOR
Model No.
917.273111
• 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 pm, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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  • Page 1 For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules and Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Line before operating this equip- 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, ifthis 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.
  • Page 3 • Do nottry to stabilize the machineJ_ • Turn off blades when not mowing. putting your foot on the ground. • Stop engine before removing grass • Do not use grass catcher on steep catcher or unclogging chute. slopes. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
  • Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and_"_n cut. • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and • Grass catcher components are subject use extra caution when servicing them. to wear, damage, and detedoration, •...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase laws apply on federal lands. A spark of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been arrester for the muffler is available through designed, engineered and manufactured your nearest Sears Authodzed...
  • Page 6 PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 "! (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob #10 x 5/8 (2) Screws (3) Retainer Springs (Double Loop) (4) Retainer Springs (2) Weld Nuts _ (2) Lock (Single Loop) Washers (2) Washers...
  • Page 7 Partspacket s eparately incarton Parts Bagcontents n otshown full §ize re.l== Steering Seat Steering Sleeve Wheel Insert Video Cassette Steedng _;leeve Extension (2) Keys °n_ (2) Front Lin_ Assemblies Steering Wheel Mulcher Plate _(_)) nLatch H_k Assemblies Slope Sheet Manual Parts Bag °...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those I_ts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your trac all pads and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tool as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 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 on page 5 of this manual. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is propedy...
  • Page 10 INSTALLMOWER AND DRIVEBELT • Place the suspension arms on inward Be suretractoris on levelsurfaceand pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck mowersuspensionarmsare raisedwith pins with the holes in suspension,at'ms. attachment l ift control.Engageparking brake.
  • Page 11 _ CHECKLIST INSTALL MULCHER PLATE Please review the following checklist: • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and ,/ All assembly instructions havA h,=_n weld nut as shown. completed. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch / No remaining loose pads in carton.
  • Page 12 Thesesymbolsmay appearon yourtractoror in literaturesuppliedwith the pr_"duct. Learnand understand theirmeaning, BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ® OVER TEMP IAlm FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED A'CrACHMENT REVERSE...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the Iocations_f various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ught Switch Position Ignition Switch Ammeter Attachment...
  • Page 14 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 adjustmedt_-or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles, or stan- dard safety glasses.
  • Page 15 • Select desired height of cut. The cutting height range is approximately • Lower mower with attachment lilt con- 1-112" to 4-1/2". The heights are meao trol. sured from the ground to the blade tip with • Start mower blades by engaging attach- the engine not running.
  • Page 16 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER Drain the gas tank, start the engine and le ATTACHMENTS it run until the fuel lines and carburetor ar_ empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Towonlythe attachments that are recom- Storage Instructions for additioea4- mended by and comply with specifications information.
  • Page 17 COLD WEATHER STARTING (50 ° FAND • When mowing large areas, start by turn- BELOW) ing to the right so that clippings will dis- charge away from shrubs, fences, drive- • When engine starts, slowly push choke ways, etc. After one or two rounds_, mow control in until the engine begins to run in the opposite direction making=Teft smoothly.
  • Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Certain types of grass and grass condi- tions may require that an area be IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mulched a second time to completely mower housing free of built-up grass and hide the clippings. When doing a see- trash.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Check Tim Pressure Check Op_ator Presence and ii _ fnmdoc_ systems Ched(forLoose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level aean Ssttery a nd'l'errrCr_s_echarge II,/' Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Bade Belt(s) Tensk)n Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension II_, cr,ck E_,,, (_l L_,,= c_ean Air Rlter clean_r Screen...

  • Page 20: Operation

    TRACTOR IMPORTANT: Blade belt is Grade 8 heat treated. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenper- forminganymaintenance. Trailing Edge Up Mandrel_embly BRAKE OPERATION If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6)feet Center stoppingdistance at highspeed m highest Hole gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Flat Washer Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 21 TO CLEAN BAI-FERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and ter- minals can cause the battery to =leal¢' power. Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first Change the oil after every 50 hours of then RED battery cable and remove operation or at least once a year if the battery from tractor.
  • Page 22 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge To insure proper cooling, make sure the or use pressurized air, as this will damage grass screen, cooling fins, and other the cartddge. • Remove nut and cartridge plate. external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
  • Page 23 We do not recommend using a garden CLEANING hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. trical system, muffler, air filter and P.,_re- of all foreign matter. tor are covered to keep water out. _/_.ter •...
  • Page 24 TO LEVELMOWERHOUSING Check adjustment on rightside of tractor. Measure distance =F" directly in front of Adjustthe mowerwhiletractoris parked and behind the mandrel at bottog_=dge of on level groun d or driveway. Makesure mower housing as shown. tires are properlyinflated(See =PROD- •...
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT • Be sure spdng is securely hooked to pd- mary idler arm and bolt in mower hous- MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL ing. • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION parking brake. •...
  • Page 26 TO REPLACEMOWERBLADE DRIVE • Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely. BELT Be sure spring is hooked in secondary Park the tractor on level surface. Engage • idler arm and sway-bar brackeL _l-,-- parking brake. Install new belt in lower groove of left •...
  • Page 27 TO REPLACEMOTIONDRIVEBELT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- Parkthe tractoron levelsurface. Engage MENT parkingbrake. Foreaseofservicethere If steering wheel crossbars are tLoLhori- is a belt installationguidedecalon bottom zontal (left to right) when wheels are posi- ofleft footrest. It is not necessary to tioned straight forward, remove steering removemower.
  • Page 28 TO REMOVE WHEELFORREPAIRS • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully FRONT WHEEL charged battery. • Block up axle securely. • Connect the other end of the I_"_CK • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, washers to allow wheel removal.
  • Page 29 TO REPLACEHEADLIGHTBULB • Check that speed control lever is • Raisehood. against stop,screw. If it is not, loosen • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the casing clamp screw and pull throttle backside of the grill. - cable until lever is against scr__R_. •...
  • Page 30 • Idle speed _ettina - With throttle control TO ADJUST CARBURETOR lever in slow position, engine should The carburetor has been present at the idle at 1200 RPM. If engine idles too factory and adjustment should not be nec- slow or fast, tum idle speed adjusting essary.
  • Page 31 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience indicates that alt_ff-ol blended fuels (called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of _CAUTION: Never store the tractor with...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" , See "TO START ENGINE" Operation section. properly. • Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug.

  • Page 33: Service And Adjustments

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but - Faulty solenoid or starter. • Check/replace solenoid'or will not start (cont) starter. Loss of power • Set in =Higher Cut" posi- • Cutting too much tion/reduce speed. grass/too fast. • Adjust throttle control. •...
  • Page 34 "ROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Obstruction in clutch mech- • Remove obstruction;. Mower blades will anism. not rotate. • Worn/damaged mower • Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. • Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. •...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 SCHEMATIC ___--_l_llll _----_ i ..
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 ELECTRICAL .i ,'...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODELNUMBER 917.273111 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 BoitHexHead 1/4-20x3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Holddown BatteryDash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon1/4" 153664 SwitchInterlockPush-in STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4 73350400 Nut, Jam Hex 114-20 161785 Harness SocketLightW/4152J 4152J...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES >...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NU MBER 917.273111 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150_53 Rail, Frame RH 152728 Bracket,Chassis Front 140506 Drawbar,Gt STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 Uric 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Une 155914 BracketAsm., Susp Chassis Lh BracketAsm., Fender 163976 DashYTGT2Cyt 137113...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 3ROUNDDRIVE...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 GROUNDDRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spring, Drive Ground 9858M1 Key, Woodruff 149412 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 7563R Washer, Thrust,Axle 121749X Nyliner 17490508 ScrewThdro15/16-18x3/4 150035 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1 STD541437 Nut,Crownlock 3/6-16 74321016 Actuator, InterlockSwitch STD561210...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944 Wheel, Steering 137094 A._de A sm., Front 6855M F_ng, Grease 161849 Spinde Asm, LH 161848 SpindleAsm., RH 6266H Beadng, Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ca. 121748X 12000029 Ring, K,p #T5304-75...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 ENGINE I SPARK ARRESTER...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown)KohlerModel No. CV22S-67544 161062 Muffler Side 1-118"98 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 -"18 NPT MufflerAsm Guard 151396 121361X PulleyV-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm. BoltEngine 105432X Bushing 140923 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 151346...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bo_Cardage 1/4-20X1-1/2 140551 Bracket, PivotSeat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender 123740X Spdng, Cprsn 127018X Bolt,Shoulder 5/16-18x.62 123976X Nut, Lock l/4LgeFlgGr. 145006 Clip, Pushln, Hinged 19171912 Washer 17/32xlo3/16x12 STD541437...
  • Page 47 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic 163266 Decal, Dash Panel 160397 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 164085 Decal, Dash 164065 Decal, Insert Stag 163916 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 138047 163917 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, Battery 163203 Decal, Mower EZ3 149516 Decal, BatteryDNGR/PSN ENG Asm...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 -7 --'- - 19 18...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPI"ION 121006X RodAsm., Lever 159187 Shaft Asm., LiftVgt 159189 LeverAsm., LiftRh 12000022 E-Ring Truam #513387 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 74780624 Bolt, FinHex 3/8-16x1-1/2 125631X Grip, Handle Ruted 122365X Button,Plunger - 122364X...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 MOWERDECK...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Pulley,Idler, Ddven 164811 DeckWeidment.w/Adj. GWB 144917 46" 137273 Spdng. Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 138457 BracketAsm., Sway Bar Screw, Thdrofl 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 STD624008 Retainer Spdng 17490620 Tytt 130832 Arm, Suspension,Rear (Sway Spacer, Retainer Bar) 122052X...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 TRANSAXLE...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 TRANSAXLE PART DESCRIP11ON PART DESCRIPTION A_deShaft 4197R 12000034 Needle Beadng Retaining Ring 8119M Final Dnve Gear 4220R 4199R Thrust BeadngRace 4216R DifferentialGear 4209R 3rd ReductionPinion, Low 4th ReductionGear DifferentialPinion 4213R 4215R 3rd Reduction Pinion Spacer 4217R DifferentialCarder 4442R...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 _,.,J _1--13...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01 Seal, oil front 24-033-03 Wit,breather coverw/gasket (Includes 2,3) Crankcase 24-041-23 Gasket, breather (USE: Miniblock24 782 05) 24-O96-15 Cover, breather 24-294-13 FAting M-0645020 Screw, hey..flange M6xl.0x20 (4)
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES J IGNITION ! ELECTRICALJ • 18--_...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Housing, blower 54-755-15 WJt, g rass screen 54-027-95 (Incl.M-O545010 & 24 063 36) (Includes2-4,and 24 113 18) Nut,plastic (2) M-0403025 Screv,;hey,.cap M4x0,7x25 (4) 24-100-02...
  • Page 58 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 ENGINE CONTROLS STARTING SYSTEM 0_,o l -'4 [L PAN LUBRICATION e--2...
  • Page 59 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 OiLPAWLUBR_ATION STARTING SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION " DESCRIPTION Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 M-0645025 24-096-05 Cover,pinion Washer, plain 6 mm (2) M-0839080 Screw, hey..flange M8x1.25xS0 M-0631005 Pan, oilassembly 12-468-01...
  • Page 60 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLERENGINE-MODEL N UMBERCV22S,TYPE NUMBER67544 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 61 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.273111 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV22S, TYPE NUMBER 67544 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-25 Kit, carburetorw/gaskets 24-014-72 Crankshaft(Includes 2) 52-139-09 (includes2-4) Plug, cup 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor Carburetorassembly(For infer- EXHAUST mariononly not available separately) KEYPART (Includes24.757-1_8;...
  • Page 62 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL • Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not_i II _ greater thsn15O), never across the face. Make turns gradu - III _ ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 64 Forthe repairor replacement p artsyou need delivereddirectlyto yourhome Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio...