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Craftsman EZ3 917.271111 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXL_
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.271111
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answersto yourquestions
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 answersto yourquestions about this Call: product, 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: Limited 90-Day Warranty

    30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman dding equip- ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail- able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply).

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Do nottry to stabilize the machine by • Turn off bladeswhennot 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 CHILDREN light.
  • Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and strike an object. Repair, if necessary, use extra caution when servicing them. before restarting. • Check brake operation frequently. •...

  • Page 5: Maintenance Agreement

    A spark arrester for the muffler is available through CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase your nearest Sears Authorized Service of a Craftsman Tractor. It has been Center (See REPAIR PARTS section of designed, engineered and manufactured this manual). to give you the best possible dependability...
  • 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 3/8 (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 (2) Washers 3/16 x 3/4x 16 Gauge _#10...
  • Page 7 Partspacked separately incarton Steedng Seat Boot Video Cassette Mulcher Plate I' ii Steering Wheel Manual Parts Bag _(2) Center- (2) Shoulder Bolts lock Nuts (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Parts Bag contents not shown full size Wheel <_ Steering (2) Keys...
  • Page 8 Yournewtractorhas beenassembledatthe 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. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED •...

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    INSTALL SEAT HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECKBATTERY Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Liftseat panto raisedposition and open • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. battery box door. • Place seat on seat pan and assemble • If this battery is put into service after shoulder bolt.Tighten shoulder bolt month and year indicated on label (label securely.

  • Page 10: Check Tire Pressure

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Weld Nut From Hook Points The tires on your tractor were ovednflated The Top Down at the factory for shipping purposes. Lock Correct tire pressure is important for best Weld Washer cuttingperformance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO ,/CHECKLIST MOWER DECK BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY The gauge wheels are designed to keep YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO the mower deck in proper position when ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE operating mower. Be sure they are proper- BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC- ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per-...
  • Page 12 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BAI-rERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
  • Page 13 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READTHISOWNER'SMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Comparethe illustrationswithyourtractorto familiarizeyourselfwith the locationsof variouscontrolsandadjustments. S avethis manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Attachment Ignition Clutch Lever Switch Throttle/Choke Control Lift Lever Plunger Clutch/Brake Control Attachment Lift Lever Parking Brake Gearshift Lever Height Adjustment...
  • Page 14 The operationof anytractorcanresultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe eyes,whichcan resultin severeeye damage. A lwayswearsafetyglasses or eyeshieldswhileoperatingyourtractoror performinganyadjustments or repairs.We recommend a widevisionsafetymaskover spectacles, o r standardsafetyglasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR • Never use choke to stop engine. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch.
  • Page 15 • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be • The average lawn should be cut to sure you have allowed room for tractor approximately 2-1/2 inches during the to roll slightlyas you restart movement. cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months.

  • Page 16: Add Gasoline

    ADD GASOLINE • Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to "START" position and • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 release key as soon as engine starts. octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will Do not run starter continuously for more increase carbon and lead oxide than fifteen seconds per minute.

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing is attached to tractor. mower housing free of built-up grass and • Mower should be properly leveled for trash. Clean after each use. best mowing performance.

  • Page 18: General Recommendations

    FILL IN DATES _€,_ REGULAR SERVICE ,_Y_,_P_CZ_._d_/_'_SERVICE DATES Check Brake Opera,on Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check f_ Loose Fastenere II_7 Shar_nfftep_ce Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Batter/Level Clean Battery end Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension li_s Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check...

  • Page 19: Brake Operation

    • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and TRACTOR flat washer in exact order as shown. Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhen per- • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. formingany maintenance. torque). BRAKEOPERATION IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat If tractorrequiresmorethansix (6) feet treated. stoppingdistanceat high speedin highest MandrelAssembly gear,then brakemustbe adjusted.(See...
  • Page 20 TO CLEANBATTERY ANDTERMINALS • Remove drain plug. After oil has drained completely, replace Corrosionand dirt on the batteryandter- • oil drain plug and tighten securely. minals can cause the battery to =leak" Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip- power.
  • Page 21 • Fill crankcase with new oil (See "TO • Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in this section clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to of this manual). For approximate capac- remove excess oil. ity see =PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 22 ACAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in =DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key "OFF' and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stoppedl •...
  • Page 23 Bottom Boftom - Nut "E" Tronn,o oo_l Suspensi°n Front Links Trunnion TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT Lift Link_ The mower blade drive bell may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT level surface. Engage parking brake. IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to- BELT REMOVAL...
  • Page 24 FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER • Road test tractor for proper stopping The front wheel toe-in and Camber are not distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary.

  • Page 25: Replacing Battery

    REPLACING BATTERY Washers Ro. nin, Ring O' lt ,_.CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands,rings,etc. (Rear Wheel Only) Positive terminal must be connected first TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK to prevent sparking from accidental...

  • Page 26: Interlocks And Relays

    NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle Headlight Wire fuel adjusting needle with a lim=ter cap, Connector which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle.
  • Page 27 Immediately prepareyour tractor for stor- Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of age at the end of the season or if the trac- an engine while in storage. • Drain the fuel tank. tor will not be used for 30 days or more. •...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Out of fuel. • Fill fuel tank. Will not start See =TO START ENGINE" in • Engine not"CHOKED" properly. Operation section. Wait several minutes before • Engine flooded. • attempting to start. • Bad spark plug. •...
  • Page 29 "ROUBLESHOOTING CHART :CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Check/replace solenoid or • Looseordamagedwiring. Engine clicks but will not start (cont'd) starter. • Faultysolenoidorstade_ Loss of power • Set in "Higher Cut" posi- • Cutting too much tion/reduce speed. grass/too fast. • Adjust throttle control. •...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Poorcut - uneven grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels. (cont'd) • Remove obstruction. • Obstruction in clutch Mower blades will mechanism. not rotate • Replace mower drive belt. • Worn/damaged mower drive belt. • Replace idler pulley. •...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE 30 AMP. STARTER AMMETER (OP'nO_L) CLUTCH I BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNIT_N PLUG UNIT OPERATOR (2 PLUGS ON RELAY #2 SPARK TWIN CYL ENGINES) OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY #3 86 t HEADLIGHTS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 Cable, Ground, 6 Gauge, Black, 12" 160784 Switch,PlungerNormalOP Olive 140301 Switch,Ignition4 Position 124211X Nut, Ignition 141226 Cover, IgnitionSwitch 109310X Key, Molded,Craftsman 163845 Harness, Ignition 71110408 BoltBIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 UNC x 1/2 131563 Cover,Terminal 145673 Solenoid 73640400 Nut,Keps Blk Hex 1/4-20 UNC...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 40 _3...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 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 3/4 155927 Panel, Dash, LH 145660 Clip "RnnermanGdlle P/L 155936...

  • Page 36: Ground Drive

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 GROUND DRIVE 18 113 p_50 27i_ 26 27 .t._26...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD523712 Peerlees, Model Number 206-545(3 130801 V-Belt, Ground Drive 146682 Spring, Return, Brake 127274X Keeper, Belt, R.H. 123666X Pulley,TransaxJe 140312 Keeper, Bolt, Center Span 12000028...

  • Page 38: Steering Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 STEERING ASSEMBLY -'-----63 • ." ..
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel, Stasdng 154427 Axle, Asm Front 156483 Spindle,Asm Lh 157473 Spindle,Asm Rh 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer, 25/32 x I 5i8 x 16ga 19272016 Washer, 27/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga 120OOO29 Ring, Klip#t5304-75 3366R...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 ENGINE -" OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162156 Control,Throt I Ch 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown)KohlerModel No. CV16-43513 159420 Muffler 12-041-03 Gasket KohlerCV13-CV16.5 13280328 Nipple, Pipe 3/8 NPT x 3-1/2 13200300 Elbow,Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt STD551231 Washer 159880...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Seat :" 121246X 140123 BracketPnt MountingSwitch 140551 121248X BracketPnt PivotSeat (blk) BushingSnap BIk Ny150 Id 72050412 BoltRdhd Sht Nk 1/4o20X1-1/2 STD523710 BoltFin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 3/4 X 10 Ga 134300 Spacer Split28 X 96 Zinc 145006...

  • Page 43: Wheels And Tires

    Decal, Dash Phi Kohler 16.5 Pad Footrest LH STLT 154515 Pad Footrest RH STLT 154516 Decal, Deck EZ3/Mulch Srs 1_2_ 167875 Owner'sManual, English 1_2_ Decal, Fender, Craftsman 167876 Owner's Manual, Spanish WHEELS & TIRES PART DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap ValueTire 65139...

  • Page 44: Lift Assembly

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 LIFT ASSEMBLY 25 2423...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917,271111 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprgw/PlungerLT 159471 ShaftAsm. Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x I x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Rutad 122365X ButtonPlunger Red 139865 Link Lift Lh Fixed Length...

  • Page 46: Mower Deck

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 MOWER DECK >21...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Spring,TorsionBrakes 164961 Mower Housing 140086 Guard, TUV Idler STD533107 Bolt 141043 KnobCustomOval 138017 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar, Front 162113 V-BOlt 138440 BracketAssembly,Sway Bar 144200 Rod, Clutch, Primary, with Nibs STD624008 Retainer Spring 142427 Spring,Retum...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C 706A...
  • Page 49 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 TransaxleCover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" 770128 Transexle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4" 776395 Countershaft 792075...
  • Page 50 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CYLINOER HEAD, VALVE AND BREATHER I CRANKCASE I _m_4...
  • Page 51 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER CRANKCASE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-351.-02 Lifter, valve (2) 12-032-O3 Seal, crankshaft 12-755-63 Kit, cylinderhead (Includes3-17) Block,cylinder(Use Short Block 12 522 18) 12-411-01 12-445-02 Rod, push (2) Strap, lifting...
  • Page 52 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES IGNITION / ELECTRICAL _i/II _--4 ll 20%1 //--* ,'is _ t!--6 4--_t...
  • Page 53 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 PART IGNmON/ELECTRICAL DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION M-0545010 Screw, hex. flange M5x0.8xl0 (8) 24-468-10 Washer, plain 1/4 12-146-07 12-086-14 Screw, hey,.flange MIOx1.5x46 Plate, blower housing M-0645020 Screw, hex. flange M6xl.0x20 12-46803 Washer, plain 3/8 24-096-05...
  • Page 54 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM I ENGINE CONTROLS I...
  • Page 55 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 STARTING SYSTEM ENGINE CONTROLS KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION M-0839070 Screw, hex flange M8x1.25x70 (2) 12-079-07 25-098-05 Unkage, choke Starter assembly (Includes3-8) 12-237-01 Clamp, cable 12-755-54 Kit, drive end M-0664020...
  • Page 56 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 57 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.271111 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV16, TYPE NUMBER PS-43513 CRANKSHAFT FUELSYSTEM KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 12-014-37 M-0641060 Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 (2) Cran_ft (includes2) X-22-11 Washer, star 1/4 12-139-01 Rug, cup M-0629116 Stud M6x1.0xf16 (2) 12-853-83 EXHAUST Kit, carburetorw/gasket...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, " NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 60 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home 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...

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