Craftsman 917.27351 Owner's Manual page 17

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FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
R EGOLARSERVlOE I SERV'CEOAT S
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Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems
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Check for Loose Fasteners _ _1# 5
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i3
T Lubrication Chart
0 Check Battery Level
a
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transax_e Cooling
Check V_Belts
Check Engine Oi_ Level I1_
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) _l_h:
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _1,2
U Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air Screen
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
E Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) _ 2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2
Replace Spark P_ug _
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _2
Replace Fuel Filter I_
1 = Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 = Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
3 - Reptace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required g equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bog to 35 ft.qbs, maximum.
DO not overtighten.
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.
LUBRICATION CHART
@ @ Spindle
Zerk Zerk
Bearing
Zerk
@Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk
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@Engin
_SAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@General Purpose Grease
@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
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,
powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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