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Craftsman EZ3 917.271121 Owner's Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.271121 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.2-7-i_2-1
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
_-Read and folloW all
Safety Rules a_l Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
aboutthis product,Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Une
5 am- 5 prrk Mon- Sat
SearS, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,. IL 60179

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  • Page 1 CAUTION: For answers to your questions aboutthis product,Call: _-Read and folloW all 1-800-659-5917 Safety Rules a_l Instructions Sears Craftsman Help Une before operating this equip- 5 am- 5 prrk Mon- Sat ment. SearS, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates,. IL 60179...

  • Page 2: General Operation

    Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 3 CHILDREN Jm ofM:l_ades when not mowing. top engine before removinggrass Tragic accidents can occur if the operator _tcher or unclogging chute. is not alert to the presence of children. i_w only in daylight or good artif_:ial Children are often attracted to the ;]hL machine and the mowing activity.
  • Page 4 Mo_e? blades are sharp and can cut. • Be sure the area is clear of otherpeople Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. use extra caution when servicing them. Check brake operation frequently. •...

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    Sears Authorized Service )NGRATULATIONS on your purchase Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been this manual). ;signed, engineered and manufactured give you the best possible dependability _dperformance.
  • Page 6 "NI" - PARTS BAG CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (1) Large Flat Washer (1) He'xBolt 3/8-16 x I © (1) Lockwasher (1) Hex Bolt (1) Locknut 5116-18x 1-1/4 5/16-18 (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 ..(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Hex Bolts 114-20 x 3/4 (2) Hex Nuts 1/4-20 jv_,,_"_...

  • Page 7: Parts Bag,Contents

    PARTS BAG,CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE (2) Screws (2) Lock #10 x 5/8 Washers #10 (2) Weld Nuts --.--- - (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge Parts packet separately in carton Parts Bag contents not shown full size (2) Washers 3/8 (2) Shoulder x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

  • Page 8: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your_pew_tractor has been _Lssembled 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: Check Tire Pressure

    ._W TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment )NNECT BATTERY.'_ knob. CAU'I_N: Do not short battery termi- • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. is by allowing a wrench or any other • Place seat on seat pan and assemble _ject to contact both terminals at the shoulder bolt.
  • Page 10 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM " HookP_n_ Weld Nut From Down After you leant how to operate your trac- The Top tor, check+tosee that the brake is properly Lock adjusted. See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in Weld Washer the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 11 F..aSU! aAUae W,m.S TO v' CHECKLIST _)WER DECK PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING i'm gauge wh_ e els are designed tO. k eep CHECKLIST: e mower deck in proper position when v' All assembly instructions have been _erating mower. Be sure they are proper- completed.
  • Page 12 These symbolsmay appeaw; o nyour tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE UGHTS ON UGHT OVER TEMP PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKI=D MOWER UFT FUEL CHOKE...
  • Page 13 V YOUR TRACTOR THIS OWNER'S _UAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR "FOR--"- are the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of is controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Ught Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch...
  • Page 14 The operation of any tractor can resultin foreigh objects thrown into the eyes, _hich canresult 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 15 • Move motion control lever to neutral (N) The average lawn should be cut to position. approximately 2-1t2__. i nches during the IMPORTANT: The motion control lever cool,sgason and to over 3 inches dudng hot r_nths'. For healthier and better does not return to neutral (N) position looking lawns, mow often and after when the clutch/brake pedal is depressed.
  • Page 16 • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) • Check engine oilwith tractor on level "'111. oDrogl rid. • Move attachment dutch to =DISEN- • On.read and o, 6ncap/ep GAGED" position. wipe oil off. Reinsert the 0"_-tJck • Move throttle control to choke position. ifitdthe tubeand rest og fill cap on the tube.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    '.URGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS CAUTION:Neverengageor disen- • "life chains cannot be used when the agef raewheel lever while the engine is mower housing is attached to tractor. inning. • Mower should be properly leveled for b ensure proper operation andperfor- best mowing performance.
  • Page 18 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Certain types of grass and grass condi- mPORTAN'r'. Forbest p erformance, keep tions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely mower housing free of bu_-up grass and tra_-T'f. C lean after each use. hide the clippings.

  • Page 19: Lubrication Chart

    :USTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE 3ERVICE DATES o_o_ V' I," Check T'we Pressure Check Operator Presence _ Loo_ F,=,_,re ==ry c_an Battery andTem_ina_mecharge Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension l lk/s Adi.stMo "t__D_,aa#Lt(p) T_s_ Check Engine Oil Level...
  • Page 20 1"O SHARPEN BLADE TRACTOR NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening Always obsewe safety rules when per- blade, but if you do, be sure the blade is forming any maintbnance. • balanced. BRAKE OPERATION Care should be taken to keep the blade If tractor requires more than six (6) feet balanced.
  • Page 21 Check the crankcase oil level before start- Rinse the battery with plain water and ing the engine and alter each eight (8) dry. " Clean terminals an8battery cable ends hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dip- with_"re brush untilbright. stick securely each time you check the oil level.

  • Page 22: Spark Plugs

    CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOUNG AREAS • Remove oil filter and wipe off filter To insure proper _._ng, make sure the adapter. grass screen, cooling fins, and other • Apply a thin coating of new engine oil to external surfaces of the engine are kept the rubber gasket on replacement oil fil- ter.
  • Page 23 • 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 hose to clean your tractor unless the elec- trical system, muffler,air filter and carbure- 3LEANING tor are covered to keep water out.
  • Page 24 TO LEVEL MowER HOUSING • If links are not equal in length, adjust Adjust the mowe¢.wh,e tractor is parked one link to same length as other link. on level ground or drivewa_ Make sure • To lower front of mower loosen nut "E" tireS_repropeiJy inflated (See "PROD- on both front links an equal number of...
  • Page 25 3ELT INSTALLATION - and inside all belt guides. • Install mower in reverse order of Install new belt in reverse order of removal instructions. remevaL _ Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves Mandrel Idler Pulley Mandrel Pulley TO ADJUST BRAKE TO.
  • Page 26 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO ADJUST MO11_ONCONTROL LEVER The motion control lever has been preset • Block up axle securely. at the:'f_ctory andadjustment should not • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear be necessary. wheel contains a square key - Do not If for any reason the motion control lever lose).
  • Page 27 Connectthe other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away_from fuel tank and battery.. "O REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE Headlight :)RDER - Wire Remove BLACK cable first from chassis Connector and then from the fully charged battery. Remove RED cable last from both bat- -teries.
  • Page 28 ACCELERA'I;ION TEST- TO ADJUST CARBURETOR • Move throttle control lever from slow to The carburetor has been preset at the fac- fast position. If engine hes'dates or dies, tory and adjjustme_tshould not be neces- turn idle fuel adjusting needle out (coun- sary.--However,minor adjustment may be terclockwise) 1/8 tum.

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    _mediately prepare your tractor for stor- Also, experience ind'mates that alcohol age at the end of the season or if the trac- blended fuels (called gasohol or using er will not be used for 30 days or more. ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of ACAUTION: Never store the tractor with...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PR.OBLEM CORRECTION W_ll-notstart - Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. • See "TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not'CHOKED" prop- edy. Operation section. • Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM i_'; CAUSE CORRECTION • Faulty spark plug' -' Clean and regap or change Lo.,s_s_.f power (Cont'd) spark plug. • Dirty fuel filter. • Replace fuel filter. • Drain fuel tank and refill with • Stale or dirty fuel. •...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART .p° CORRECTION PROBLEM i CAUSE • Clean underside of mower Po0_-_rass-discharge • Buildup of grass, leaves and (cont'd) trash under mower. housing. • Mower drive belt worn. • Replace mower drive belL • Blades improperly installed. • Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 -iMATIC BATrERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAl.) CLUTCH I BRAKE .- (PEDAL UP) ,---t---- ' ..u--g-o, : c- T I ..NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE HEADUGHTS...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR. - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt, HexHead 1/4-20uncx3/4 STD551025 Washer STD551125 Washer STD541025 156417 Case, BatteryMech Hinge 161343 Switc_ InterlockN Opn/N Opn STD551125 Washer, Lock 73350400 Nut, Hex, Jam 1/4-20 UNC 147430 Harness, Light Socket (Includes 4152J)
  • Page 36 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES .e-Oo...

  • Page 37: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 160392 ChassisAssembly 140356 Drawbar 17490612 Screw, Thd. RolL 3/8-16x3/4 19131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge 155272 BumperHood/Dash 161917X013 Dash STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel, Dash, LH. 145660 Clip'13nnerrnan Gdlle P/L 155936...

  • Page 39: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt EngineHydro 150071 TransaxleAssembly 154718 Keeper Belt Engine 142431 Spring,Return, Brake 134683 StrapTon:lue Lh Hydro 18/20" 143995 Pulley,Transaxle 140158 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 154792 Rod Shift Hydro LT 19132012 Gauge 76020416...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR- - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 STEERING ASSEMBLY _°...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 'TEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Steering Wheel 154427 Axle AssemblySTMP DroppedSTL 156483 Spindle Assembly,L.H. 157473 SpindleAssembly,R.H, 6266H Beadng, Race, Thrust, Hardened 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge 12O00O29 Ring, Kiip 3366R...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 ENGINE " _" I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 4GINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throttle/Choke- 17720410 .Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 ..Engine, (See Breakdown)Kohler Model No. CV16-43513 159420 Muffler 12-O41-03 Gasket KohierCV13-CV16.5 13280328 Nipple,Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT STD551237 Washer 159880...

  • Page 44: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 SEAT ASSEMBLY;- IL4, PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121246X Bracket,SwitchMounting 140123 Seat 140551 121248X Bushing,Snap Bracket, Pivot, Seat 14 -72050412 Bolt,Carriage 114"-20 x 1-1/2 -_STD523710 B01t 19131610 134300 Spacer, Split 2.8x .88 Washer 13/32 x I x 10 Gauge 145006 121250X Spring...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 ECALS ".EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 146046 156811 Decal, Oper. Instr. Decal, V-Belt Drive Schematic _Decal,Hood, R.H. 160396 Decal, V-Belt Schematic 1632(X}_ 138047 163202 Decal, Hood, LH. Decal, BatteryDiehard 133644 Decal, CustomerMaintenance 149516 Decal, BatteryDngr/PsnEng 163263 Decal Dash Pnl Kohler 163205...

  • Page 46: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 LIFT ASSEMBLY_: 2524...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 LiftLever InnerWire Assembly 159471 Shaft Assembly,Lift 105767X Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 125631X Grip, Handle, Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger,Red 139865 Link, Uft, LH.

  • Page 48: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 WER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 144393 Mower Housing 122052X Spacer, Retainer STD533107 Bolt 14O086 Spring, TorsionBrakes 138017 Guard, TUV Idler Bracket Assembly, S way Bar, 141043 Front 162113 KnobCustomOval 138440 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar 144200 V-Belt STD624008...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 HYDRO GEAR TR'ANSAXLE -- MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 • _52...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE- - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650 PART PART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION Washer 7116x 7/8 x .060 142930 Housing,Lower 142884 Differential A ssembly 142931 Assembly,Upper Housing 150829 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13 --3_- 142932 Seal, Up 142991 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER E_INE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CYLINDER HEAD, VALVE BREATHER c_c_s_ )----15...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CRANKCASE CYMNDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 12-032-03 Seal, crankshaft 12-351-02 Ufter, valve (2) Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-755-63 Kit, cylinderhead (Includes3- 12-445-02 Strap, lilting ..
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 IGNITION I ELECTRICAL BLOWER,, HOUSING AND BAFFLES (_--2 t -.-L- 4. --11 ._._/12 AIR INTAKE 4--_,...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER EI_IGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 IG_N/ELECTRICAL BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEYPART KEYPART NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION 1-2-086-1-4-- ..Screw, hex. flange MlOxl.Sx46 M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5xO.8xlO 12-468-03 Washer, plain3/8 24-468-10 Washer, plain 1/4 24-162-03 Screen, grass M-0639016...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM J ENGINE CONTROLS <3 OIL PAN ' LUBR!CATION 0---4...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271121 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER CV16S, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEYPART DESCRIPTION NO.NO. DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 12-079-07 Linkage,choke 25-098_5" ..Starter assembly(Includes3-8) 12-237-01 Clamp, cable Kit, drive end 12-755-54 M`0664020 Screw, lobed socketM6xl.0x20 12-227,<)6 Cap, drive end...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY, RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING _" _ ..CUT 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 For the repair or re.placement pads you need delivered directly t6-your home. Call-_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 de reparaci6n...

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