Maintenance; General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.27317 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE I"_,_ ,_ _,_ _ o._. ,_
REGULAR SERVICE DATES
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Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems I_
a Check for Loose Fasteners _ 11_5
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _3
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Lubrication Chart
0 Check Bailery Level
a 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_#'1,2
N CleanAirFilter _,_
G Clean Air Screen
inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _12
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
V'2
Replace Spark Plug _ I1_
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter I_
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operatinq in dir[y or dusty conditions.
3 - RepIace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt 1o 35 ft.dbs, maximum.
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.
@ SF
Zerk
LUBRICATION CHART
-- (2) Spindle
Zerk
@Front Wheel @Front Wheel
Bearing Bearing Zerk
Zerk
@Engine
Q}SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@General Purpose Grease
@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
_0#Gearshift
Pivots
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
interlock 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.
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