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Craftsman EZ3 917.256711 Owner's Manual

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SEARS
I:RaFTZHoN°
MODEL NUMBER 917.256711
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow
all safe_y rules arid instructions
before
operating
this equipment.
FOR CONSUMER
ASSISTANCE
HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER:
1-800-659-5917

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  • Page 1 SEARS I:RaFTZHoN° MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all safe_y rules arid instructions before operating this equipment. FOR CONSUMER ASSISTANCE HOT LINE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-659-5917...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. IlL CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents...
  • Page 3 RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any p_rts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......21-27 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 17-20 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 29-30 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ........ 32-47 TRACTOR ACCESSORIES .......... REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........50-55 ASSEMBLY .............
  • Page 5 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 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 model number of your tractor. ENGINE MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG...
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Knob Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt Video 5/16-18 Cassette Mulcher Steering Plate Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Manual Parts Bag ainer Springs (double loop) Parts bag contents not shown full size (4) Retainer Springs (single loop)
  • Page 7 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 8 ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. & CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. nals. Before connecting battery, • Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt. move metal bracelets,...
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Place the R.H. suspension arm on inward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower Figs. 4 and 7) to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops down as shown.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 5 and 6) DEFLECTOR SHIELD • Install two latch hooks to mulcher 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. •...
  • Page 11 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FART SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with yourtractorto familiarize yourself withthelocations ofvariouscontrolsand adjustments. Save his manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH AMMETER SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER r _ _ • _ __ •, IGNITION THROTTLE...
  • Page 13 OPERATION 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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS (See Fig. 9) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fiat level surface. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation CAUTION: Do not drive up or down do not drive across any slope.
  • Page 15 OPERATION Move throttle control to fast (,_) position. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16) engaging drive or attachments. IMPORTANT: COLD STARTING FOR HYDRO (BELOW • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the 40°F) - AFTER...
  • Page 16 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing IMPORTANT: BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS is attached to tractor. TRASH, CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- performance.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATES AS YOUCOMPLETE BEGOLA. SE.V,CE ERV,OE OATES Check Brake Operation CheckTire Pressure I Check for L ooae Faateners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level/Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals CheckTrensaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension I/'s Motion Drive Adjust Belt(s) Tension Check Engine...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRANSAXLE COOLING TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 16) Determine temperature range expected before oil change, The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. clean to assure proper cooling. •...
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) COOLING FINS (BOTH SIDES) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position, Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position, • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT • Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel pulley. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig, 25) • Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu- Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 29) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this NUT"A"...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (See Fig. 30) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB See Fig. 32) Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener- grill. ate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely and smoking materials away from bat- back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ACCELERATION TEST- Move throttle control lever from slow (-=_) to fast (._) TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture (See Fig. 34 & screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary,...
  • Page 28 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of ENGINE the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT & CAUTION: Never store the tractor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING...
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Out of fuel. Will not start Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system, Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut- uneven Worn, bent or loose blade Replace blade.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 SCHEMATIC CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP OC @ 3_00 REM REGULATOR LLOW 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED) ORANGE HEADLIGHT BROWN SWITCH (OFF) HEADLIGHTS NON-REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS IGNITION SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS PosmoN CIRCUIT NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 ELECTRICAL 21 _ 12,,...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 146140 Battery 12 Volt 30 Amp 74760412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 7697J Tube, Plastic 7603J Tray, Battery 109596X Clamp, Hose 145211 Bolt 145209 Holddown Battery Dash Mount 145769...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 151169 Chassis 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd., Roll. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Type TT 145206 Saddle 145351 Heat Shield 126471X Clip Insulator 145203 Dash, Plastic 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 145218 Panel, Dash, LH...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 DRIVE 83 ._________82 40 .._ 38"-_ "_20 49-'_...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150071 Link, Clutch Transaxle Assembly 105710X 142431 Spring, Return, Clutch Spring, Return, Brake 105709X "-Bolt Rex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 143995 Pulley, Transaxle STD523712 141002 V-Belt, Ground Drive Rod Shift Hydro LT 140294 Clutch Elect...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 STEERING ASSEMBLY _'-'_'_ /"...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121472X Steering Wheel 142033 Axle Assembly, Front 135227 Spindle Assembly, LH 135228 Spindle Assembly, RH 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272O16 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 ENGINE "10 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 ENGINE PART DESCRIP_ON 132755 Control, Throttle 1772041O Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 141948 Engine, Kohler, Model No.MV18 Type No. PS58560 149723 Muffler Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 136215 Tube Manifold LH Kohler MV18 136216 Tube Manifold RH Kohler MV18 138129...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917,256711 SEAT ASSEMBLY P,_,RT PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 124238X 140123 Seat Cap, Spring, Seat 123976X 140551 Nut, Flangelock 1/4 Grade 5 Bracket, Pivot, Seat 153236 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC-2A 145006 Clip Push-In, Hinged STD541431 STD541437 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge...
  • Page 43 138955 147137 Decal Ins. Hood Decal, Operating Instruction 149516 52-113-50 Decal, Btry DngdPsn Decal, Engine 146705 146710 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH Decal, Insert Strg 146706 138047 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH Decal, Battery 151400 Decal, Grille 140837 Decal Brake Parking Saddle...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 136971 Wire Asm., Inner w/plunger 136968 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32X1X21Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger 122512X Spring Cprsn 139865...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIP_ON DESCRIPTION 153125 Deck Asm., Mower 46" 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 137554 Keeper, Belt, Idler 4939M Retainer Spring 144917 Pulley, Idler, Driven 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 137273...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0650 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060 142930 Housing, Lower 142884 142931 Assembly, Upper Housing 150829 Differential Assembly Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 142932...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 BAFFLES AND SHROUD AIR INTAKE BREATHER AND VENT --11 _--12 _-_s/14 ,F_-" i[_l F' 9r---"...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 AIR INTAKE PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 52 063 41 Baffle, #2 Cylinder Head 52'313 05 Grommet (2) X-276-7 WingNut 1/4-20 52 063 42 Baffle, Fuel Pump 52 755 83 Kit, Cover and Tube...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE CARBURETOR...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKCASE CARBURETOR PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION X-82-2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 (12) 52 041 09 Gasket, Intake (2) 52 468 12 Washer, Flat 5/16 (12) 52 755 91 Kit, Manifold 82 755 16...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 I DIPSTICK CRANKSHAFT CYLINDER HEAD o-,J ELECTRIC STARTER I EXHAUST 4---...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.256711 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER MV18, TYPE NUMBER PS58560 CRANKSHAFT ELECTRIC STARTER PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 52 01493 Crankshaft 52 098 12 Starter Assembly 52 468 03 Washer, Thrust .119/.122 (A.R.) (Includes Key Numbers 4 thru 9) 52 468 04 Washer, Thrust...
  • Page 56 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 7" ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 60 I:RIIFTSMIIN + =AIR8 OWNER'S 180 HP TWIN CYLINDER ELECTRIC START MANUAL 46 MOWER HYDROSTATIC (AUTOMATIC) LAWN TRACTOR MODEL NO. Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. 917.256711 The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.