Service And Maintenance - Craftsman 154.37297 Operator's Manual

WARNING
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.
Interval Item
Each use 1. Engine oil level
2. Loose or missing hardware
3. Unit and engine
1st 5 hours 1. Engine oil
Annually or 25 hours 1. Spark Plug
2. Control linkages/pivots and wheels
3. Underside of mower deck
Annually or 50 hours
2. Engine Oil
Annually or 200 hours
Annually 1. Spark plug
Before Storage 1. Fuel system
Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present.
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WARNING
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and ground against engine
before performing any type of maintenance on your machine.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
• The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty,
operator must maintain the equipment as instructed here.
• Changing of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty.
• All adjustments should be checked at least once each season.
• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight.
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

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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 locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service,
simply contact Sears at 1-888-331-4569.
See the Engine Operator's Manual for fuel, oil, air lter and spark plug instructions.
Service
1. Check
2. Tighten or replace
3. Clean
1. Change
1. Check
2. Lube with light oil
3. Clean
1 1. Clean
2. Change
1. Change
1
1. Replace
1. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or add stabilizer to a
full tank of fresh fuel prior to storage.
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Service Log