Operation - Craftsman EZ3 917.271071 Owner's Manual

Warranty............................................... 2
SafetyRules ......................................... 2
Product Specifications .......................... 5
Assembly.............................................. 8
Operation............................................ 12
MaintenanceSchedule...................... 1 8
Maintenance ....................................... 18
Serviceand Adjustments .................... 22
Storage............................................... 27
Troubleshooting................................. 28
RepairParts........................................ 32
PartsOrdering..................... B ackCover
LIMITEDTWOYEARWARRANTY ONCRAFTSMAN RIDINGEQUIPMENT
Fortwo (2)yearsfromthe dateof purchase,if this CraftsmanRidingEquipmentis
maintained,lubricatedand tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the owner's
manual,Searswill repairor replace,free of charge,any partsfoundto be defectivein
materialor workmanship.
This Warrantydoesnot cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.
• Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or
accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner's manual.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BAFFERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding
equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home
warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 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
riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will
still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will
apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This
Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all •
instructions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine. .
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade. 2
Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while backing.
Be aware of the mower discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
Slow down before turning.