Service And Maintenance - Craftsman 247.28905 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. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
interval
Before Each Use 1.
2.
3.
In the First Five Hours 7.
Every 10 Hours 9.
10.
11.
Every 25 hours 15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
Every 50 hours 25.
26.
Annually 29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
Before Storage 43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
*Service more frequently under dusty conditions.
WARNiNg
Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO
(Blade Engage Lever), engage the parking brake, stop the engine
and remove the key to prevent unintended starting.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

MAiNTeNANCe SCHeDULe
item
Engine oil level
Muffler area and controls
Finger guard
Engine Oil
Hood/ Dash air vents
Battery terminals
Deck spindles and idler
bracket
Air filter's precleaner*
Air filter*
Mid steering arms, pivot
shafts, and axles
Front wheel bearings
Front deck wheels
Engine oil/ Oil filter
Muffler
Air filter
Air filter's pre-cleaner
Spark plug
Air cooling system*
Fuel filter
Steering Gears
Rear Wheels
Hood/ Dash air vents
Battery terminals
Mid steering arms, pivot
shafts, and axles
Front wheel bearings
Front deck wheels
Deck spindles and idler
bracket
Pedal pivot points
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
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Service
4. Check
5. Clean
6. Clean
8. Change
12. Clean
13. Clean
14. Lubricate
20. Clean
21. Clean
22. Lubricate
23. Lubricate
24. Lubricate
27. Change/ Replace
28. Check
36. Replace
37. Replace
38. Replace
39. Clean
40. Replace
41. Clean
42. Remove and grease axles
50. Clean
51. Clean
52. Lubricate
53. Lubricate
54. Lubricate
55. Lubricate
56. Lubricate
If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and sur-
rounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin.
Exercise caution to avoid burns.
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Service Log
WARNiNg