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Craftsman EZ3 917.272220 User Manual

Craftsman EZ3 917.272220
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Owner's Manual
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LIMITED EDITION
17.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
Model No.
917.272220
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
[_ This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read
and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equip-
ment.
For answers to your questions
about this product, Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pro, Mon- Sat
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman EZ3 917.272220 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number917.272220
CategoryLawn Mower
BrandCraftsman
Engine TypeGasoline
Engine Displacement140cc
Cutting Width21 inches
Wheel Size7 inches

Summary

Owner's Manual

Safety

Covers essential safety precautions for operating the tractor.

Assembly

Instructions for putting together the tractor after unboxing.

Operation

Guidance on how to use and control the tractor.

Maintenance

Procedures for keeping the tractor in good working order.

Safety Rules

General Operation

Basic safety guidelines for operating the tractor.

Slope Operation

Specific safety instructions for mowing on inclines.

Children

Warnings about the dangers children pose around operating machinery.

Assembly

How to Set Up Your Tractor

Initial setup steps including battery check.

Operation

Operator Controls and Symbols

Explanation of tractor symbols and their meanings.

Know Your Tractor

Control Locations and Functions

Identification and purpose of all tractor controls and adjustments.

How to Use Your Tractor

Setting the Parking Brake

Procedure for engaging and disengaging the parking brake.

Operating on Hills

Safety precautions and techniques for using the tractor on slopes.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

Mowing Tips

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended service intervals for various tractor components.

Before Each Use

Essential checks to perform before operating the tractor.

Tractor Systems

Engine

To Change Engine Oil

Step-by-step process for changing the engine oil.

Service and Adjustments

To Level Mower Housing

To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

To Adjust Brake

To Replace Motion Drive Belt

Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment

To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment

To Start Engine with a Weak Battery

Replacing Battery

To Adjust Throttle Control Cable

To Adjust Carburetor

Storage

Troubleshooting Chart

Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for engine starting issues.

Loss of Power (Continued)

Further troubleshooting for engine power loss.

Hard to Start

Troubleshooting steps for difficult engine starting.

Engine Will Not Turn Over

Diagnosing why the engine starter motor doesn't engage.

Battery Will Not Charge

Diagnosing and fixing battery charging problems.

Engine Clicks but Will Not Start

Identifying issues when the starter makes noise but doesn't crank.

Poor Cut - Uneven

Diagnosing and fixing uneven mowing results.

Loss of Drive

Troubleshooting issues with the tractor's drive system.

Loss of Power

Addressing causes of reduced engine power.

Mower Blades Will Not Rotate

Troubleshooting why mower blades aren't spinning.

Schematic

Engine (Kohler)

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