Service And Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule - Craftsman 247.27038 Series Operator's Manual

Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation
or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Interval
Each use 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
After first 5 hours 1.
Every 10 hours 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Every 25 hours 1.
2.
3.
Every 50 hours 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Every 100 hours 1.
2.
Every season/Before storage 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Miscellaneous 1.
*-- Perform more often in dry conditions and/or when mulching
^ -- Have this item performed by an authorized service dealer

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WARNING
Item
Engine intake screens and cooling
fans *
Exhaust manifold, muffler pipe and
muffler shields *
Check/Clean Hood/Dash Panel
Louvers *
Top and underside of deck, under and
around spindle covers and belt area *
Around fuses, wiring and wiring
harnesses *
Around transmission, axle and fans *
Engine Oil
Air Filter
Engine Oil
Battery terminals
Hood/Dash panel louvers
Intake screen
Blades
Tires
Front wheels
Deck
Deck wheels
Deck level/pitch
Lubrication points
Belts and pulleys
Engine Oil
Oil Filter
Air Filter
Fuel Filter
Hardware
Spark plug condition/gap
Engine Cooling Fans
Battery terminals
Lubrication points
Hood/Dash panel louvers
Intake screen
Blades
Tires
Deck
Deck wheels
Deck level/pitch\
Spark plug condition/gap
Engine Oil
Oil Filter
Valve lashing (camshaft/valve
clearance) ^
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines
only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks. To
schedule service from Sears Parts & Repair, call 1-888-331-4569.
Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual for engine maintenance items listed in the table
below.
Service
1. Check/Clean
2. Check/Clean
3. Check/Clean
4. Check/Clean
5. Check/Clean
6. Check/Clean
7. Check
8. Check
2. Change (break-in period). See engine manual
1. Clean
2. Clean
3. Check/Clean
4. Check/Sharpen/Replace as needed
5. Check
6. Lube
7. Check/Clean
1. Inspect and lube
2. Check
3. Grease
1. Check for damage and wear
2. Change (See engine manual)
3. Replace (See engine manual)
4. Clean or change (See engine manual)
5. Replace (See engine manual)
1. Check and secure
2. Check (See engine manual)
1. Check/Clean
2. Clean
3. Grease
4. Clean
5. Check/Clean
6. Check/Sharpen/Replace as needed
7. Check
8. Check/Clean
9. Inspect and lube
10. Check
11. Check (See engine manual)
12. Change (See engine manual)
13. Replace (See engine manual)
2. Check and adjust ^
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