Craftsman EZ3 917.270963 Owner's Manual

Owner's ManualCRIIFTSMAN+20.5 HPELECTRIC START42" MOWERAUTOMATICLAWN TRACTORModel No917.270963• Safety• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance• Re

_' CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE ANDSATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY

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

The cutting height range is approxi-mately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights aremeasured from the ground to the bladetip with the engine not running

• Pull freewheel control out and downinto the slot and release so it is held inthe disengaged position.• Do not push or tow tractor at morethan two (2

• Insert key into ignition and turn keyclockwise to =START" position andrelease key as soon as engine starts.Do not run starter continuously form

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine is running, movethrottle control to half (1/2) speed. Withmotion control lever in neutral

,LL,.DATESBB _ libCheck Brake Operation _Check Tire PressureCheck Operator Presence andT Intedoc_ SystemsR Check for Loose Fasteners V' 1#17 I_A

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

Warranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifications ...

NOTE:The originalequipment battery onyour tractor is maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or remove caps orcovers. Adding or checking level ofelect

CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt andchaff to prevent engine damage fromoverheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to re

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

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSINGAdjust the mower while tractor is parkedon level ground or driveway. Make suretiros are properly inflated (See "PROD-UCT SP

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADEDRIVE BELTThe mower blade drive belt may bereplaced without tools. Park the tractoron level surface. Engage parking brake.BELT R

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROLLEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTThe motion control lever has been presetat the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary.• Loosen

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAKBA'I-rERYA CAUTION: Lead-acid batteriesgenerate explosive gases. Keep sparks,flame and smoking materials away frombatt

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILLASSEMBLY• Raise hood.• Unsnap headlight wire connector.• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood atsides, tilt toward engine and

• With engine off turn idle mixture screwin (clockwise) closing it finger tight andthen turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/4to 1-1/2 turns.FINAL SET3&quo

Immediately prepare your tractor forstorage at the end of the season or if thetractor will not be used for 30 days ormore.• 1=CAUTION: Never store the

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine iscapable of amputating hands and feetand throwing objects. Failure to observethe following safety instructions couldr

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWillnotstart • Out of fuel.• Engine not "CHOKED"properly.• Engine flooded.Hard to startEnginewi

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTCAUSEPROBLEMLoss of power(Continued)ExcessivevibrationEngine continuesto run whenoperator leavesseat withattachmentclutch engaged

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONPoor grassdischargeHeadlight(s) notworking(if so equipped)Battery will notchargeLoss of driveEngine "

SCHEMATICTRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BLUEBATTERYnED[RED) WHITE-_ AllIGNITIONSWITCHIGNITION SWITCH1-711OFF M+G+A1 NONERU_I.',GHT B+A1 A2÷LRU

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963ELECTRICALi I4_II41i II I III I_t! i/ i26fJII/734

ELECTRICALTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery2 74760412 Bott, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 14521

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 917.270963CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES2858 1231/\532354207557436

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURESKEY PARTNO. NO.1 16983o2 16g0613 170606125 1552729 168337)(01310 STD53371011 15592712 1456601

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963GROUND DRIVE32• 521632 36 35 I/-3O38

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963GROUNDDRIVEKEYNO.18lo14151619212224252627282930323435363738394041424748495o61525355565759616263PART KEY PARTNO. DES

• Keep children out of the mowing areaand under the watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.• Be alert and turn machine off ifchildren enter the are

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963STEERINGASSEMBLY_41L_,2 4447U 67 676713434O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963STEERING ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO.1 13971_2 1544273 1698404 1698395 6,?.66H6 121748X7 192720168 120000299 3366R10 169

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27096321_ 38_2531481i3231 33/39 3329OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester13i _ *'3, ._._ _'__.,_23 _442

ENGINETRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1234 1497235 1440696 1440687 1381298 15017610 14555211 STD55112512 STD52250713 165

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963SEAT ASSEMBLY21KEYNO.123456789101112PART KEY PARTNO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1401231405517111061619131610145

DECALSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.27096326374111 2KEYNO.123456791113PARTNO.15643916320517169617169717O93313364417180916320415681114604614 1413KEY PAR

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963LIFT ASSEMBLY29_272346D19 I131913f32491330Oil50 3642046

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963LIFT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 159460 Lift Lever Inner Wire Asm.2 159471 Shaft Asm. Lift3 105767X Pin Gr

MOWER DECKTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963157 0_ "_" _'_ 40 ,_lmlL JJ106"_ 102 103 105,o5_/_/ /_.lo3-\/>J ! ! /101/_,_* &quo

MOWER DECKTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 165892 MowerHousing 59 1410432 STD533107 Bolt 67

_Look, for this symbol to point o_ impor-tant saroty precautions. It means L_F_U-TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!T YOURSAFETY IS INVOLVED,d_eCA.UTION: In order

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510\€O€Oco5O

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 170351 Main

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3548I 1019 LABEL KIT i11058 OWNER'SMANUAL-

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3861 PUMP REPAIR KITI392_ 432 _ 386865307 l121

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3697783y 803513544 8016021797358 GASKET SET634

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.270963BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. D

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATIONSIGHTINGGUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLO1_0!Operate your Tractor up and down the

Steering WheelSteeringWheelAdapterOSteeringSleeveWheelInsertI teeringExtensionShaft(1) Hex Bolt3/8-16 x 1rl -(1) Lockwasher3/8(1) Large FlatWasher(1)

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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

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTORCHECK BATTERY• Lift hood to raised position.• If this battery is put into service aftermonth and year indicated on label(lab

• Slowly move the motion control leverforward and slowly drive tractor offskid.• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parkingbrake and place motion contro