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Craftsman EZ3 917.271830 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.271830 Owner's Manual

21.0 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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Owner's Manual
21.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917,271830
•
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, Mon - Sat
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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, Mon - Sat ment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Sears will replace the battery at no charge. War- ranty service is available free of charge by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center.
  • Page 3 tMPORTANT: Th s cult ng machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in sedous injury or death. n. SLOPE OPERATION I. GENERAL OPERATION Slopesare a maiorfactorrelatedto loss-of- •...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed III. CHILDREN area, Tragicaccidentscan occurif the operator • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade is not alertto the presenceof children. attachment bolts, tight and keep Childrenare often attractedto the equipment in good condition. machineand the mowingactivity.
  • Page 5 • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so _L CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that you will not have to stop or shift that are recommended by and comply while on the slope. with specifications of the manufacturer of •...
  • Page 6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Should you experienceany problemyou cannot easily remedy,please contacta GASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS Sears or otherqualifiedservice center. CAPACITY UNLEADED We have competent,well-trainedtechni- ANDTYPE: REGULAR clansand the propertoolsto service or OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F repairthis tractor. (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30 Please read and retainthis manual. The (BELOW 32°F) instructions willenable you to assemble and maintainyour tractorproperly.
  • Page 7 Steering Wheel $tsedng Wheel Insert Flat (1) Large Washer / -,,.T_ Steedng (1)HexBolt 5/16-18x1-1/4 (1) Looknut 5/16-18_ (1)Lockwasher Steedng Wheel Extension ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ' ', Adapter Steedng Shaft Boot (1) Washer 7/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob For Future Use Keys...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    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 NOTE: Youmay now roll or driveyour tractoroffthe skid. Followthe appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor ;" Label from the skid. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (_;ee Operatlon section for location controls) funcUon Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
  • Page 10 INSTALL M ULCHER PLATE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (If previously removed) The tires on your tractor were overinflated 1. Raise and hold deflector shield in at the factory for shipping purposes. upright position. Correct tire pressure is important for best 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front cutting performance.
  • Page 11 v'CHECKLIST Before you operate and enjoy your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and 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 and charged.(Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. =, I BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF LIGHT MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED...
  • Page 13 KNOWYOURTRACTOR READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURTRACTOR Compare the Illustrations with yourtractorto familiarizeyourself with the locationsof variouscontrolsand adjustments.Save this manualfor future reference. Attachment Light Clutch Lever Ignition Ammeter Switch Choke Control •.-""-" Lift Lever Plunger Throttle Control_ Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/...
  • Page 14 Theoperation ofanytractor canresult i n foreign objectsthrowninto the eyes, whichcan resultin severe eye damage. Alwayswear safety glassesor eye shieldswhile operatingyour tractoror performingany adjustments or repairs.We recommenda wide vision safety mask over spectacles,or standardsafety glasses. HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR •Tum ignition key to =OFF" position and remove key.
  • Page 15 TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE MOWER The position of the attachment lift lever Your tractor is equipped with an operator determinesthe cuttingheight. presence sensing switch. Any attempt by • Grasp lift lever. the operator to leave the seat with the •...
  • Page 16 TO TRANSPORT ADD GASOUNE • Raise attachment lift to highest position • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular with attachment lift control. unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will • When pushing or towing your tractor, increase carbon and lead oxide be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) deposits and reduce valve life).
  • Page 17 TO START ENGINE COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) When starlthgthe engine for the firsttime or if 7. When engine starts, slowly push the engine has run out of fuel, it wil take extra choke control in until the engine crankingtime to move fuel from the tank to the begins to run smoothly.
  • Page 18 MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • Mower should be propedy leveled for IMPORTANT: For best performance, best mowing performance. See "TO keep mower housing free of built-up grass LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the and trash. Clean after each use. Service and Adjustments section of this •...

  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _J_"_'3_ ._ j _'_ ._,_ REGULARSERVICE _l/'_<_7"_¢tF_.._'_._r'S En VlO E DATES Chock . _o Opera._ ChOck _., Prin.., CheckOp_rato_Presenceand R c_ F==_,,,,., SharFen/Rep_ce Mower elede $ Che_ Batter)' Level R Clean aa_ry =r_T_._ls (_heck Transe3de Co.rig A_lust Bladeee.(s) T_llon II/s Check Eng_n_Oil Level Clean Air Filer...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when on mandrel assembly. performing any maintenance. 4. Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and BRAKE OPERATION flat washer in exact order as shown. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet 5.
  • Page 21 BATTERY when used above 32°F. Check your Your t ractor hasa battery c harging system engine oil level more frequently to avoid which issufficient possible engine damage from running for normal usa. How- low on oil. ever, periodic charging of the battery with Change the oil after avery 25 hours of an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 22 CLEAN AIR SCREEN NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace Air screenmust be keptfree of dirtand cartridge. chaff to preventengine damage from 4. Reinstall cartridge plate, wing nuts, overheating.Clean with a wire brushor precleaner, cover and secure with compressedair to remove did and knob(s).
  • Page 23 We do not recommendusing a garden CLEANING hose to clean your tractorunlessthe • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. electricalsystem, muffler,air filterand of all foreign matter. carburetorare coveredto keep water out. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free Water in engine can resultin a shortened of all gasoline, oil, etc.
  • Page 24 • Beforemaking any necessaryadjust- TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ments,check that bothfront linksare Adjust the mower while tractor is parked equal in length. Bothlinksshouldbe on level ground or driveway. Make sure approximately10-3/8". tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT • If linksare not equal in length,adjust SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT iNSTALLATION - 4. Install new belt in reverse order of Parkthe tractoron level surface. Engage removal. parkingbrake. For assistance,there is a belt installationguide decal on bottom 5. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves side of left footrest.
  • Page 26 TO START ENGINE WITH AWEAK Gearshift Lever Neutral Lock Gate BATI1ERY _CAUllON: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ms_edalsaway from batteries. Always wear eye protectionwhen around battedss. Adjustment If yourbattenj istoo weak to startthe engine, it Bo_t shouldbe recharged.
  • Page 27 REPLACING BATTERY TO REPLACE FUSE Replacewith 20 amp automotive-type _CAU ,TIO.N: Do not short battery terminals oy allowing a wrench or any plug-infuse. The fuse holderis located other object to contact both terminals at behindthe dash. the same time. Before connecting battery, TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL remove metal bracelets, wristwatch ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 28 FINALSETTING - TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL 1. Start engine and allowto warm for five The choke control has been preset at the minutes, Make finaladjustments with factory and adjustment should not be engine runningand shift/motion necessary. Check adjustment as ds- controllever in neutral (N) position.

  • Page 29: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for Also, experiance indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture more.
  • Page 30 :ROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out offuel. Nill not start 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" 2. Engine not "CHOKED" in Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes 3. Engine flooded. before attempting to start. 4, Bad spark plug. 4.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Cutting too much graas/too 1. Set in =Higher Cut" position/ fast. reduce speed. 2. Throttle in "CHOKE" 2. Adjust throttle control. position. 3. Clean underside of mower 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower 2. Replace mower drive belt, drive belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 SCHEMATIC < x_o ,o]Fo - A_E. ___s___ _ S',_ER (OPTIONAL) :©, O-d----_ I "--"'---' CLUTCH / BRAKE SEATSWITCH IGNITION ..(NOT OCCUPIED SWITCH (PEDAL J _- -- _ -- J,. L (OPTIONAL) SPARK t_,_ IGNITION PLUG UNIT...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271830 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 28 AMP 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4.20unc x 3/4 7603J Case Battery 145211 Bolt, Btr Front 1/4-20 x 7-1/2 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 NUt, Push Nylon Battery Front 1/4 153664 Switch, Inted_k Push-In...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEl. NUMBER 917.271830 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis Assembly 169061 17060612 Screw 3/_-16 x 3/4 155272 Bwnper HoodJIPash 168337X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16xl 155927 Panel, Dash, L.H. 145660 Clip Tlnnennan Gdlle P/L 172107X010 Panel, Desh, R.H. 144983X558 Hood Assembly 126938X...
  • Page 38 GROUND ORIVE TRACToR-MODELNUMBERgIT.271030...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMB ER 917.271830 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 8883R Cover, Pedal Peedees206-545C 140186 Pulley, Engine 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 71170764 Boft, Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Grade 5 123666X Pulley, Trensaxle STD551143 Washer 12000(_8 Ring, Retainer 154778...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MOD EL NUMBER 917.271830 STEERING...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 STEERING KEY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steedng Wheet 154427 Axle Assembly STMP Dropoed STL 169840 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 169839 Sptedle Assembly, R.H. 1_o6H Bearing, Race, "nlrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12000(_9...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arresler...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION 17G547 Conkol, T_rot Paddle 17720410 Screw, Hex 311dCut 1/4-20 x 5/8 ..En_ne, B&S, (See Breakdown) No, 461707-0145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144_69 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Rtgt_t 138129 ClampTube Double Engine 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 W/Sems 145552...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271830 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 3350 Bllv'olk Craftsman 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 14_r_51 Bracket Pnt pivot Seat (blk) Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 71116616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X I...
  • Page 45 Decal, Lower Dash 165800X428 Ped Foo_n)st LH STLT 171808 Decal, Rplcmnt 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163_O4 Decal, Fender, Craftsman Gold 177306 Owner's Manual, English 156368 Decal, Fender STLT Oper Inst F_/S 177307 Owners Manual, Spanish PART WHEELS AND TIRES...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - MODE L NUMBER 917.271830 LIFT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR- MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTfON 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 120000(_ E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Beadng, Nylon 125631X Gdp, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger, Red 139665 Unk, Lift, LH.
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Knob Custom Oval 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42` 149846 STD533107 Bolt 144959 V-BSh 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, STD541437 Front 136420 Mulcher Cover Screw Pan HD Phillip 10-24 x 5/8 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR- M ODEL N UMBER917.271830 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE-MODEL NUMBER 206-54SC KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Tmnsaxle Cover 786G26 Dowel Pin 780086A Needte Bearing 5/6, 792076A FlatWasher 770128 Trmmaxle Case .312 ID x ,059W 776395 Countershaft 7S0079 Brake Lever 776409 O*J_ut Shaft 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4"...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917,271830 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS 15 _ TO _rALL. SEEREPAm INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - MODEL N UMBER 917.271830 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 865_ 305_ 447 • 861 PUMP REPAIR KIT _O 432 _ 386 307_, 121 CARBURETOR 432_) 3920104_ 102@ 2,_ f #r REQ_IIRES SPECIAL'rOotS TO INSTALL. SEE REP_JR 934V 7_ 1006 392 432\...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER 917.271830 BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 797 @ 358 GASKET SET 1.9 gO _TA_ 3®20÷...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBE R 917.271830 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 BCyllnder A ssembly 399265 ushing/Seal Kit 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) • Seal-On 693485 Shaft-ThretSe 391086 493304 Surop-Engthe 807923 Kit-Idle Speed 691162 Heed-Cylinder #1 693509...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMB ER 917.271830 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 94930 Scraw_Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal) 497596 Motor-starter 394860 Cap-Ddve 690323 Bolt (Starter Motor) 497607 Cap-End 497608 Brush Set 691427 Housing-Starter 230674...
  • Page 57 NOTES...
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  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL J _Q_n._ _ _. _u_, GUIDE _/_8 greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- I ally to prevent Upping or loss of control. Exercise extreme I j_ Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not caution when changing direction on slopes.
  • Page 60 Get it fixed, at your home or ours. i ¸¸ m• • W • For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, day or night (1-800.-469-4_) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for...