Maintenance Schedule; General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.255950 Owner's Manual

FILLIN DATES ,__'_._ _A£,_ _ A,,,__,
REGULAR SERVICE
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Check Brake Operation
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aT CheckTire Pressure
Check for Loose Fasteners
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
T Lubricate Pivot Points
Check Battery Level/Recharge
a Clean Battery and Termlnals
Lubricate Tie Rod Ball Joints
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Clean Air Filter/Foam Pre-cleaner
Clean Air Screen
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
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Change Engine Oil Filter
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Alr Filter Paper Cartridge
Rep,!ace Fuel Filter
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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or In high ambient temperatures
2 - Service more often when operating In dirly or dusty conditions
3 * Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have
been sub ected to operator abuse or negligence, To receive
fu va ue from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to prop-
erly maintain your unit,
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each season.
• 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.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check brake operation,
• Check tire pressure.
• Check for loose fasteners,
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART")
LUBRICATION CHART
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GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION
SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT (MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE)
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IMPORTANT: Do net or!or grease the pivot points whichhavespecial
nylon bearings,Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt thet will
shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If youfeel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphitetype lubricant sparingly.