General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.2738 Owner's Manual

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REGULARSE RVICE ___i_ SER VICE DATES
Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems I_'
R
Check for Loose Fasteners _ 11##5
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades i3
T
Lubrication Chart
0 Check Battery Level
R
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts _#
Check Engine Oil Level _
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) I1_'1,_
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Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _#_,2
N Clean Air Filter
G Clean Air Screen
N_ Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
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Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) =_- •
Clean Engine Cooling Fins _ 2
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge t_2
Replace Fuel Filter I_
1 - Change more often when operating under a heBvy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirly or dusty condi[ions.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy Soil
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot pelt to 35 ft.-Ibs, 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 Zerk
full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain tractor as instructed in this
manual. _Front Wheel
Some adjustments will need to be made
Bearing
periodically to properly maintain your Zerk
tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described in the Service and Adjustments @Engine
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. I I
A new spark plug and clean air filter ...... "
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
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.
LUBRICATION CHART
_) Spindle
Zerk
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, Zerk
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(_ General Purpose Grease
REFER TO Maintenance "ENGINE" SECTION
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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