General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Maintenance; Warranty - Craftsman 486.243294 Owner's Manual

42-inch universal tow behind power mower
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GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this Vehicle does not cover itemsthat
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive fu!l value from the warranty, operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments willneed to be made periodically to
properly 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 forwear.
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
q, Check blade operation
.
Check for loose fasteners,
SERVICE
DATES
MAINTENANCE
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AS YOU C OMPLetE
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.... =Check Engine Oil Level
IV/!_
'V/
.
I
.........................
Change Engine Oil
V/"
Inspect Spark Arrester Muffler
Inspect Air Screen
_#f
Check and Clean Air Cleaner
.... R 'eplace Air Cleaner Cartridge
:
: I_2
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Clean Engine Cylinder Fins .....
......................... v
Lubricate Spindles
1 - Change
more
often when operating
unaer a heavy load or in high ambient
temperatures.
2 - Service
more
often when operating
in dirty or dusty
conditions,
ENGINE
MAINTENANCE
Refer to engine manual when performing
maintenance on engine.
Q
ENGINE
(_
WHEEL
LUBRICATION
Q
REFER TO ENGtNE MANUAL
(_
GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
IMPORTANT:
Do not oil or grease pivot points.
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that can
cause wear on pivot points. If you feel they must be
lubricated,
use only a dry powdered
graphite type
lubricant.
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WHEEL

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