Maintenance Schedule; General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.273396 Owner's Manual

.AINTENANCE SCHEDULE
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
/__ERVICEDATES
Check Brake Operation _
Check Tire Pressure
Check Operator Presence and
T
Interlock Systems
R Check for Loose Fasteners if I_s if
A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 1_3
C Lubrication Chart if if
O Check Battery Level _4
R Clean Battery and Terminals _ I_
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts I_
Check Engine Oil Level if
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1_1,2
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
_1,2
N Clean Air Filter 1_2
G Clean Air Screen _2
NI Inspect Muffler/Spark
Arrester
,/
E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
_1,2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins I_ 2
Replace Spark Plug I_ if
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2
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 in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt 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
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.
o 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.
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.
@ S_
Zerk
LUBRICATION CHART
-- @ Spindle
Zerk
@Front Wheel ,
Bearing
Zerk
@Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk
@Engine .
(gSAE 30 or 10w30 Motor Oil
@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 selfqubricating bearings. If you feel
they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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