General Recommendations - Craftsman 917.273810 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE I"_ ,_ ,_ _ °"_ ,/_
F,LL,NOATES
REGULAR SERVICE DATES
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Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems
R Check for Loose Fasteners
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
t Lubrication Chart
0 Check Battery Level
R Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
N Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air Screen
inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Se[vice more often when operatinq in diriv or dusty conditions.
3 - Reptace 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 fLqbs, maximum.
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 wilt 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.
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LUBRICATION CHART
Spindle
Zerk
@Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk
@Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk
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dbSAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@General Purpose Grease
¢3)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 wilt attract
dust and dirt that wilt shorten the life of the
self-lubricating bearings. If you feet they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow-
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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