Before Each Use - Craftsman 917.28708 Operator's Manual

DATES
Check Brake Operation _#'
Check Tire Pressure _
Check Operator Presence and
T ROS Systems
a Check for Loose Fasteners _ Ks
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _:_
C Lubrication Chart _
0 Check Battery Level _4
R Clean Battery and Terminals _
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level _
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
_1_1, 2
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
_1,2
N Clean Air Filter _2
G Clean Air Screen _2
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _,2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2
Replace Spark Plug _ _#'
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge V#'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 dusty conditions.
3 - Replace 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 ft,-Ibs, 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
d) Sic db Spindle
Zerk Zerk
d)Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk
@Engine ,.-
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
ROS 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.
18
Bearing Zerk
t
@ General Purpose Grease
@ REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION