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Craftsman EZ3 917.271071 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.271071 Owner's Manual

16 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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CRAFTXMRN o
16 HP
ELECTRIC
START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No
917.271071
• 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 pro, Mort - Sat
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman
Website:
ww,x,.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: 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 pro, Mort - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,...

  • Page 2: Operation

    Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Never leave a running machine • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If unattended. Always turn off blades, set tires lose traction, disengage parking brake, stop engine, blades and proceed slowly straight remove keys before dismounting. down the slope. DO NOT: •...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed Stop and inspect the equipment if you area. strike an object. Repair, if necessary, • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade before restarting. attachment bolts, tight and keep Never make adjustments or repairs equipment in good condition.

  • Page 5: Ground Speed

    BOLT 27-35 F7". LBS. section of this manual). ITORQUE: 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...
  • Page 6 Parts Bag contents shown full size (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Knob (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge ckWashers (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 (2) Weld...
  • Page 7 Parts packed separately in carton Seat Mulcher Plate Steering Boot Video Cassette Steering Wheel Parts Bag Manual Parts Bag contents not shown full size teering Wheel Extension Insert Shaft teering Slope Sheet ) Latch Hook Steering Wheel Assemblys , Adapter (2) Keys...
  • Page 8 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of 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 tightness.

  • Page 9: Install Seat

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See CHECK BATTERY Operation section for location • Lift seat pan to raised position function of controls) open battery box door. Press lift lever plunger and raise • If this battery is put into service after attachment...
  • Page 10 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Hook Points Weld Nut From Down The tires on your tractor were overin- The Top flated at the factory for shipping purpos- Lock es. Correct tire pressure is important for Weld .Washer best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 11 _CHECKUST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance satisfaction from this quality product. Please review the following checklist: All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/No remaining loose parts in carton. ,/Battery is properly prepared...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ov . FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED R N H L ATFACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL...
  • 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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever...
  • 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 adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision.safety mask over spectacles, standard...

  • Page 15: Operate On Hills

    The cuttingheight rangeis approxi- • Select desired height of cut. mately1-1/2"to 4". The heightsare • Lower mower with attachment lift measuredfromthe groundto the blade control. tip with the enginenot running. These • Start mower blades by engaging heightsare approximateand may vary attachment clutch control.

  • Page 16: To Start Engine

    TOWING CARTSAND OTHER engine and let it run until the fuel lines A'n'ACHM ENTS and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions Tow only the attachments that are additional information. Never use engine recommended by and comply with or carburetor cleaner...

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    • The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period. NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine perfor- mance.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _,'_/_/_o_ Check Brake Operation Chock Tire Pressure Cheek Operator Presence Interlock Systems R" Check for Loose Fasteners ¥/z Lubrication Char[ Chock Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and T_rminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s)
  • Page 19 TRACTOR • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as Always observe safety rules when shown. performing any maintenance. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assem- BRAKE OPERATION bly, center hole in blade must align with If tractor requires more than six (6) feet star on mandrel assembly.
  • Page 20 BATTERY Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the Your tractor has a battery charging tractor is not used for 50 hours in one system which is sufficient for normal use. year.

  • Page 21: Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas

    CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING Drain oil from engine crankcase (See "TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this AREAS section of this manual, through step To insure proper cooling, make sure the remove drain plug). grass screen, cooling fins, and other • Remove oil filter and wipe off filter external surfaces...
  • Page 22 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automo- tive type wax. We do.not recommend using a garden Filter hose to clean your tractor unless the CLEANING electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out...
  • Page 23 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower Adjust the mower while tractor is parked at front than rear, tighten nuts "F" on level ground or driveway. Make sure against trunnion on both front links. tires are properly inflated (See "PROD- To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F"...
  • Page 24 BELT INSTALLATION Engine Pulley _ • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. Clutching Idler f • Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves • J Transaxle and inside all belt guides. Pulley • Install mower in reverse order of Stationary Idler removal...
  • Page 25 • Replacewashersand snap retaining REPLACING BATTERY ring securelyin axle groove. d[_CAUTION: Do not shod battery • Replace axle cover. terminals by allowing a wrench or any NOTE: To seal tire punctures other object to Contact both terminals prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire the same time.
  • Page 26 IMPORTANT: Damage to the needles • Hood and the seats in carburetor may result if needle is turned in too tight. NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is Headlight Wire low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage. age at the end of the season or if the Also, experience indicates that a_cohol tractor will not be used for 30 days or blended fuels (called gasohol or using more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start • Out of fuel, • Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" • See "TO START ENGINE" properly. in Operation section. • Wait several minutes Engine flooded. before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine clicks but will • Loose or damaged • Check art wir)ng, not start (Cont'd) wiring. • Faulty solenoid or • Check/replace solenoid starter. starter. • Cutting too much Loss of power • Set in "Higher Cut" position/ grass/too fast.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Mower blades will not • Obstruction in clutch Remove obstruction. rotate mechanism. • Worn/damaged mower Replace mower drive belt. drive belt. • Frozen idler pu!_ey. Replace idler pulley. • Frozen blade mandrel. Replace blade mandrel. Place throttle control in Poor grass discharge •...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 SCHEMATIC llllll; ..BATTERY SOLENOID RI_I } FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WH,,E CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL FIED i o_ BLUE .._UEL, ..AT_E_TCL-U;CH LINE', , ..I..IGNITION (CLUTCH OFF) SWITCH I GREE _--_--J FUEL SHUT-OFF =L s_uE ', _...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 160784 Switch, Plunger Normal OP Olive 140301 Switch, Ignition 4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, Ignition Switch 109310X Key, Molded, Craftsman 169597 Harness, Ignition 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover, Terminal Solenoid 168327 Nut,Keps BIk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 166819 Chassis Assembly Drawbar 140356 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash Dash 165454X013 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16x 1 Panel, Dash, LH 155927 145660...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 GROUND DRIVE 26 27...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 GROUND DRIVE KEYPART KEYPART NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIP_ON DESCRIPTION 59 140312 Transaxle(See Breakdown) Keeper, Belt, Center Span 61 17060612 PeerlessModel 206-545C Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 62 8883R Cover, Pedal 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 63 140186 123666X Pulley, Engine Pulley, Transaxle...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 STEERING ASSEMBLY 4_ " ;;2:...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR o- MODEL N UMBER 917.271071 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 139768 Wheel, Steering 154427 Axle, Asm Front t 56483 Spindle, Asm Lh 157473 Spindle, Asm Rh 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x 1 5/8 x 16ga 19272016 Washer, 27/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga 12000029...

  • Page 40: Optional Equipment

    TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.271071 ENGINE "_79 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SparkArrester __,_3s...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 91 '.271071 ENGINE KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPllON 162156 Control, Throt 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) ..Kohler, Model CV 16S-43519 Muffler 159420 Gasket Kohler 12-041-03 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt Washer...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEYPART KEYPART DESCRIPTION NO. 140. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Seat 13 121248X Bushing,Snap 140123 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 72050412 140551 Bolt 15 134-3D0 Spacer, Split .26 x .68 STD523710 Washer 13!32x 1 x 10 Gauge 16 121250X...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    Pad Footrest LH STLT 169638 Decal, Replacement Srs 154515 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal, Deck EZ3 154516 166887 Owner's Manual, English 163204 Decal, Fender, Craftsman 169598 Owner's Manual, Spanish 156439 DecaI, FenderDanger 169599 WHEELS & TIRES KEYPART DESCRIFRON NO. NO.
  • Page 44 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 LIFTASSEMBLY (_13 _32...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 LIFTASSEMBLY KEYPART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprgw/Plunger LT 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X BearingNylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button Plunger Red 11 139865...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 MOWER DECK 115_...

  • Page 47: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 MOWERDECK KEY PAR'r KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP31ON NO, NO. NO, NO. Knob Custom Oval 165892 Mower Housing 149846 Bolt V-Belt STD533107 144959 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 72140614 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Front STD541437 MulcherCover 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL N UMBER 917.271071 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 180/_ MODEL and SERIAL NUMBERS HERE...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 41A 790079 Brake Lever Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 770128 Transaxle Case...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER CRANKCASE /' 22...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CRANKCASE CYLINDERHEADNAL_EATHER PART PART DESCRIPllON DESCRIPTION Seal, crankshaft Lifter,valve (2) 12-032_)3 25-351_)1 (Use Short Block 12 522 1B) 12+755_1 Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3- Block, cylinder Strap, lifting 12-445_2 Screw, hex.
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 BLOWER HOUSING& BAFFLES ,._NmON_LECTRICAL PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0545010 Screw, hex flange M5x0.8xl0 12-086-14 Screw, hex. flange MIOx1.5x46 12-468-03 Washer, plain 3/8 24_168-10 Washer, plain 1/4 24-162_3 Screen, grass 12-146_7...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR o - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 IGNITION ,'ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I •...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS _'_, s!!p OIL PAN ,' LUBRICATION I "1 _ [./_i 4 0--4 _¢, --16...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 ENGINECONTROLS ;TAR1]NG SYSTEM PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8xl 25x70 12-07_07 Linkage, choke 12+237-01 Clamp, cable Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) M_664020 Screw, lobed socket M6xl.Ox20 25-098-05 Kit, drive end 12-755-54...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST ----1 FUEL SYSTEM...

  • Page 57: Fuel System

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271071 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43519 FUELSYSTEM CRANKSHAFT PARr PART DESCRIP]]ON DESCRIPllON 12.01437 Crankshaft (Includes2) M.0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6x1.0 (2) 12439.01 Washer, star 1/4 Plug,cup X-22-11 Stud M6x1.0x116 (2) M-0629116 12-853-95 Kit, carburetorw/gasket (InCludes 6,7,8 qty 1...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING Ai,Jk greater than 15°), never across the face. Mak_ turns gredu- Operate your Tracto_ up and down the face of slopes (not ally to prevent tipping or loss of Control.
  • Page 60 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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