Craftsman 917.276361 Owner's Manual page 16

AS YOU COMPLETE
REGOLAR SERV,CE E R V'OE OATE S
C hh: _ Birak; iOsPe_i ° n _
Check Operator Presence and
T
ROS Systems I_
R Check for Loose Fasteners tf I_s 1_
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3
TC Lubrication Chart If tf
0 Check Battery Level 1_4
R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts I_
Check Engine Oil Level I1_ I1_
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1#41,2 I_
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,. I_
N Clean Air
Filter
_11_2
G Clean Air
Screen
_1_2
NI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester tf
E
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) 1_1,2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins I_ 2
Replace Spark Plug I_ I_
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 11_2
Replace Fuel Filter I_
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
• At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blades and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
S_ Spindle
Zerk Zerk
@bFront Wheel
Bearing zerk
Front Wheel
Bearing zerk
_General Purpose Grease
@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel
they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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Sector Gear
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Zerks