Craftsman 917.257480 Owner's Manual page 14

MAUNTENANCE
T"i Check Brake Operation
R ! Check Tire Pressure
A Check for Loo,se Fasteners
C Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades
Lubricate Pivot Points
Check Battery Level/Recharge
Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Engine Oil Level
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FILL IN DATES
Chaje Engine Oil
E Clean Air Fiiter?'FoamPro-cleaner
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Clean Air Screen . _ _##_'2
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I
Clean Eng!ne Coottng Fins
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air FtIter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
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 - Replace blades more often when mowing _nsandy soil
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this vehicle does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence° To
receive fui! value from the warranty, operator must main _
tain unit as instructed in this manual,
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit,
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each season,
• 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'
andtast longer,
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level
• Check brake operation.
• Check tire pressure°
• Check for loose fasteners_
LUBRICATION CHART
** FRONT _ ** FRONT
WHEEL
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BEARING BEARING
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* ATTACHMENT
CLUTCHPIVOT
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* SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATfON CHART"),,
IMPORTANT - Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have
special nylon beatings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and
d_rtthat will shorten the life of the serf-lubricating bearings,If you
feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered graphite
type iubticant spaHngly_
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