Maintenance; General Recommendations; Before Each Use - Craftsman 917.299160 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE
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REGULAR SERVICE _'_'_'_ _'_'_"_'x M M M _
Check Engine 0il Level _
Change Engine Oil _1,2
Oil Pivot Points V _'
Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler _'
Inspect Air Screen _'
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge _2
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins
Replace Spark Plug
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.
SERVICE DATES
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover
items that have been subjected to opera-
tor abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your tiller.
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 tines and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter as-
sure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Checktine operation.
3. Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-
TION CHART").
QEngine
LUBRICATION CHART
QRH Gear Case
Grease Fitting
OIdler
Bracket OWheel Hub
ODepth Stake Pin
OLeveling
Shield
Hinges
O SAE 30 OR 10W-30 Motor Oil
Q Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" section
Q EP#1 Grease
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