Craftsman SB270 User Manual

A. Loosely attach the wing knob
and rope guide (opening facing the
rear) to the upper handle.
B. Pull the starter rope handle and route
the starter rope through the rope
guide.Tighten the wing knob.
Remove the screws from the chute base.
Position the chute assembly on the chute
base and secure with the screws just removed.
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A. Remove the wing knobs and carriage bolts
from the upper portion of the lower handle.
B. Pivot the upper handle upward.
C. Reattach the wing knobs to secure
the handle.
Place the chute handle on the lower chute
aligned in the channel and snapped into place
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B
Channel
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Lower Handle
Upper Handle
Chute Assembly
Starter Rope Handle
Wing Knobs
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Fast Start Guide - Assembly

Craftsman SB270 Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-cycle OHV
Clearing Width	27 inches
Drive System	Self-propelled
Engine	208cc
Stages	Two-stage
Intake Height	20 inches
Starter	Electric Start
Tire Size	15 x 5 inches
Type	Two-stage
Drive Type	Wheel

Summary

Fast Start Guide - Assembly

Handle Attachment and Securing

Attach wing knobs and carriage bolts from the lower handle, pivot the upper handle, and reattach knobs to secure.

Chute Assembly Placement

Place the chute handle on the lower chute, aligned in the channel and snapped into place.

Chute Base Securing

Remove screws from chute base, position chute assembly, and secure with screws.

Starter Rope Guide Attachment

Attach wing knob and rope guide to upper handle, route starter rope, and tighten knob.

Fast Start Guide - Engine Start

Fuel and Oil Preparation

Add oil to the oil fill and fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

Key Insertion

Insert the key into the key switch until it snaps into place.

Choke Setting

Move the choke control into the Choke position.

Electric Start Connection

Connect an extension cord to the electric starter outlet and plug into a receptacle.

Engine Priming

Push the primer three times.

Starting the Engine

Push starter button, move choke to Run when engine starts, and disconnect power cord.