Maintenance Schedule; Maintenance Recommendations; Checks Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.273400 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._f_ ,_-_ _ _ o-_ ,_/_,
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AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE _'__"S E RVIC E
DATES
Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure _
Check Operator Presence and
T
Interlock Systems
R
Check for Loose Fasteners _ _1_5
_ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3
T
Lubrication Chart
0 Check Battery Level _4
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Clean Battery and Terminals _
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts I1_
Check Engine Oil Level I_ I_
Change Engine Oil (with oil fitter) _1,:
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1_1,2
N CleanAirFilter _:
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Clean Air Screen
_ Inspect Muffler/Spark
Arrester
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Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins _2
Replace Spark Plug _2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
t - 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.
3 - Replace btades more often when mowing in sandy soil
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bog to 35 ft.qbs, maximum.
DO not overtighten.
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.
LUBRICATION CHART
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General Purpose Grease
REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the
self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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