Craftsman EZ3 917.270774 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualCRRFTXMRN19.0 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWER6 SPEED TRANSAXLELAWN TRACTORModel No.917.270774• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintena

Weld NutFrom The ToLockWasherWeld NutLatchHook_,WasherMulcherPlate ',_.ScrewHookPointsDownLatchHook/NutWasherShieldLatch HooksTO CONVERT TO BAGGI

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION ORWARNINGENGINE

KNOWYOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or ey

Thecutting height rangeis approxi-mately1-1/2to 4". The heightsaremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running. Theseheig

TOWING CARTS AND OTHERATTACHMENTSTow only the attachments that arerecommended by and comply withspecifications of the manufacturer of yourtractor. Use

in slowly.This mayrequirean enginewarm-up period from several secondsto several minutes, depending on thetemperature.• The attachments can be used dur

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .,,j,_. _ -"_'_'_7"_'4_F_ ">_¢ _S_ j_" SERVICE DATESCheck Brake Operation _l_ 'Check T

TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high s

BATFERYYour tractor has a battery chargingsystem which is sufficient for normal use.However, periodic charging of the batterywith an automotive charge

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 2Product Specifications ...

ENGINE COOLING FINSRemove any dust, dirt or oil from enginecooling fins to prevent engine damagefrom overheating. Air guide covers mustbe removed. Rem

CLEANING• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc.of all foreign matter.• Keep finished surfaces and wheelsfree of all gasoline, oil, etc.Protect pai

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT• Raise mower to its highest position.• At the midpoint of both sides of mower,measure height from bottom edge ofmower to groun

BELT INSTALLATION -• Install new belt in reverse order ofremoval.• Make sure belt is in all pulley groovesand inside all belt guides.• Install mower i

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEELAUGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removesteeri

• ConnectBLACKgroundingcable tonegative(-) batteryterminalwithremaininghex boltand kepsnut.Tighten securelyCloseterminalaccessdoors.Closehood.Terminal

TO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has been preset at thefactory and adjustment should not benecessary. However, minor adjustmentmay be required to co

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.w_ttCAUTION: Never store the

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE_NIIInot startHard to start• Out of fuel.I, Engine not "CHOKED"properly.I, Engine flooded.Engine will not

TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEMLoss of powerExcessive vibrationEngine continuesto run when operatorleaves seat withattachment clutchengagedPoorcut-unevenMower

• Turn off blades when not mowing.Stop engine before removing grasscatcher or unclogging chute.Mow only in daylight or good artificiallight.• Do not o

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONMower blades will not !, Frozen idler pulley. • Replace idler pulley.rotate (Cont'n) Frozen blade ma

SCHEMATICTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774RED 0 BLACKBAI_'ERYRED--_ )G L(IGNITIONSWITCHBLUErr--'n rr--n rr--"nIGNITIONSWITCHPOSITION

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774ELECTRICAL/ 25/i- ...IIIIIIIIII32

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery 12 VOLT 25 AMP2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20une x 3/48 7603J C

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES292858 1214111163 /37438_ 3937i532023541434

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1668192 1403563 170606124 STD5510255 1552729 161917X01310 STD533

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774GROUND DRIVE163 1681,8 113" "'8-_ 42""t_40-_i 8 39 _2 6261 _ 3455!_!64262736

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774GROUND DRIVEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 ...2 1466823 123666X4 120000285 121520)(6 170605128 16586610 STD56121

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774STEERING ASSEMBLY_63_.o-_41<!-,__2LI62 443O1338

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 1397682 1544273 1564834 1574735 6266H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, orother debris build-up. Clean oil or fuelspillage. Allow machine to cool beforestoring.• Stop and inspect the e

ENG|NETRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 911 ._, v. • -32 343339334O

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 162153 Control, Throt Paddle 36.002 17720410 Screw, Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/83 ..

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774SEAT ASSEMBLY4.5255621KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1401222 1405513 STD5237104 191316105 1450066 STD5414377 124181X8 170606169 1

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.2707749\6 9I11513KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1564392 1608803 1694345 1632076 1336447 1667999 16320411 15636813 146046KEY PARTD

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774LIFT ASSEMBLY71321651913131920201544

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER917.270774LIFTASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO, DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Assembly2 159471 Shaft Assembly, Lift3 105767X

MOWER DECKTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.2707747673 /_- 7871343231116 113 111 1141!8 _"4\56J211629,,182746

MOWER DECKTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1649812 STD5331973 1380174 1384405 STD6240086 1308328 8508579 STD55113710 14029611 13414

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C35A/67'I0 -- 718348370 6A .--_O @157 2gB 77IMODEL and SERIALj NUMB

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 206-545CKEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 772147 Transa

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 3.5 GALLONS_APACITY UNLEADED_ND TYPE: REGULARDILTYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30(BELOW 32"F)OIL CAP

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRA'I-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A1|71_ss2e87* REQUIR£S SPECIAL TOOL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A11091127(5127A_1037947_4674_53516151

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A1$232_ _332_ 668_,.._. 1006729lOO552

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRAI-I'ON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A1188A_Lw 0VEnaLK_rBRF-ATHER GASKL_I"

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRAI-FON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270774BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 350777, TYPE NUMBER 1034-A1KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSIGHTING _ CUTGUIDE TH"_ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL15° MAX.i/1_ Operate your

Parts Bag contents shown full sizeLocknut 5/16-18(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1(1) Lockwasher 3/8(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 1-1/4(1) Knob(1) S

For in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week1-800-4-MY-HOME SM (1-800-469-4663)Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domici

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper oper

Label1INSTALLSEATAdjust seat before tightening adjustmentknob.• Remove cardboard packing on seatpan.• Place seat on seat pan and assembleshoulder bolt