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Where can I find the Craftsman riding mower model number?
On the Craftsman riding mower model 247204110, the model number is typically printed on a product ID label attached to the frame; common spots are near the rear wheels, near the engine, or under the seat area. Confirm the full number before ordering parts or manuals.
- Left or right side of the frame near the rear wheels
- Frame area near the engine compartment
- Under the seat (lift the seat and look on the frame or seat pan area)
- Near the footrest or running board area
- On a metal plate or adhesive label (often with a barcode)
Record the information exactly as shown on the label:
- Model number (for this mower: 247204110)
- Serial number (helps confirm production run)
- Any product number or factory code listed
| Label item | Why it matters | Example format |
|---|---|---|
| Model number | Ensures diagrams and parts match your mower | 247204110 |
| Serial number | Helps confirm correct revisions | Letters and numbers |
| Product/factory code | Can narrow down compatible components | Varies |
Craftsman riding mowers can look similar across model families, but small differences (deck hardware, safety switches, drive components) can change the correct replacement part. Using the exact model number helps us match the right diagrams and parts the first time.
Use the diagrams and identification info in the 247204110 owner’s manual to confirm the label location and how the mower is configured.
Last updated: January 2026
How do I identify my lawn mower engine?
On the Craftsman 247204110, we identify the engine by reading the engine’s ID label (model, type, and code) stamped or printed on the engine shroud, valve cover, or blower housing. The mower model number alone does not uniquely identify the engine; the engine tag does.
Check these common locations first (clean the area so the numbers are readable):
- Top of the engine cover or blower housing (often easiest to see)
- Valve cover area (especially on twin-cylinder engines)
- Side of the engine shroud near the muffler or starter
- Near the spark plug(s) or above the flywheel screen
- On a metal tag or sticker attached to the shroud
For diagrams and labeling notes specific to this mower, use the 247204110 owner’s manual.
Most engine makers use a 3-part ID. Write down everything exactly as shown.
| What you see on the engine | What it’s used for | Example format |
|---|---|---|
| Model number | Identifies the engine family | 12XXXX-XXXX-XX |
| Type or trim code | Identifies carburetor, governor, and other build details | XXXXX |
| Code/date | Identifies production date and revisions | YYMMDD or similar |
- Use the engine’s numbers, not the mower’s deck or frame decals.
- Record letters and dashes; one character off can change the parts match.
- If the label is worn, take a clear photo and use a flashlight at an angle.
- If you are chasing a no-start or shutoff issue, confirm safety interlocks too; a faulty seat switch 725P05058 can mimic engine problems.
The correct engine ID ensures we match the right tune-up parts (spark plug, air filter, fuel filter), gaskets, and carburetor components for your exact engine build, even when multiple engines were used across similar Craftsman riding mower models.
Last updated: January 2026
What brand engine does Craftsman use?
Craftsman uses engines from several manufacturers across its mower lineup, but for Craftsman model 247204110, the engine brand is typically Briggs & Stratton. We still recommend confirming the engine maker from the engine ID label on your mower and the 247204110 owner’s manual.
Across Craftsman riding mowers, you may see different engine brands depending on model and production run.
- Common Craftsman engine suppliers include Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, and Kawasaki
- For 247204110, Briggs & Stratton is the most common factory engine brand
- The most reliable confirmation is the engine’s own ID tag (not the mower hood decal)
| Situation | What to use | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Identifying engine brand on 247204110 | Engine ID label on the engine | Confirms the actual engine manufacturer installed |
| Ordering mower chassis parts | Mower model 247204110 | Matches frame, deck, controls, and safety parts |
| Ordering engine-only service parts | Engine model/type code | Needed for filters, ignition, carburetor, internal gaskets |
Look for an ID label or stamped plate in these common locations:
- On top of the engine shroud (blower housing)
- Near the valve cover area
- Near the starter or flywheel housing
- On the side of the engine block (stamped numbers)
Write down every character from the label (model, type, and code). That information is what engine parts catalogs use.
Use the mower model for equipment parts, and the engine ID for engine parts.
- Safety interlock parts like the seat switch 725P05058 match the mower model
- Engine sealing parts may be mower-listed, such as the lawn tractor engine exhaust manifold gasket 721P0460, but engine ID confirmation helps avoid mismatches
Craftsman is the equipment brand, but the engine is a separate system with its own model code. Confirming the engine ID helps you get the correct tune-up and repair parts the first time.
Last updated: January 2026
