Maintenance; General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.272461 Owner's Manual

AS YOU COMPLETE I_"_"_SER-_ _ _"_--ViCE
REGULAR SERVICE DATES
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Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems V #
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Check for Loose Fasteners ik/ t_'s If
cA Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3
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Lubdcation Chart ll_
0 Check Battery Level
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Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxls Cooling ill l
Check V-Belts I_
Check Engine Oit Level I_ V'
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) V'1,2 Ik1#
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Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) J_.2 JJ_
N Clean Air F_lter _V': G
Clean Air Screen
Inspect Muffler/Spark An'ester I1_
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _z
Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2
Replsce Spark Plug If V*
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ll_2
Replace Fuel Filter
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusly conditions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenanc_froe battery.
5 - Tighten front axle p_vot bolt to 35 ft.4bs, maximum,
0o 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.
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 tast longer.
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 opera-
tion.
5. Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION CHART
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Zerk ,"'-' _ Zerk
_Front Wheel )Front Wheel
Bearing ; Bearing Zerk
Zerk i _
(_ REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION
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,
powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.
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