Craftsman 917.25022 Operator's Manual page 18

MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create
a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown
in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section
of this manual.
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter should be replaced once each
season, If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob-
structing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement
is required.
1. With engine cool, remove filter and plug
fuel line sections.
2. Place newfuel filter in position in fuel line
with arrow pointing towards carburetor.
3. Ensure there are no fuel line leaks and
clamps are properly positioned.
4. Immediatelywipe up any spilled gasohne.
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CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc,
of all foreign matter.
• Clean debrisfromsteering plate. Debris
can restrictclutch!brake pedal shaft move-
ment, causing belt slip and loss of drive.
/i, CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and
movable parts
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Steering System, Dash,
Fender and Mower Not Shown
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CAUTION: I
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• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasohne, oil, etc.
• P rotect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose
or pressure washer to clean your tractor
unless the engine and transmission are
covered to keep water out. Water in engine
or transmission will shorten the useful life of
your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf
blower to remove grass, leaves and trash
from tractor and mower.
DECK WASHOUT PORT
Your tractor's deck is equipped with a wash-
out port o n its surface as part of its deck wash
system. It should be utilized after each use.
1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot
on your fawn, near enough to a water
spigot for your garden hose to reach.
IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's
discharge chute is directed AWAY from your
house, garage, parked cars, etc. Remove
bagger chute or mulch cover if attached.
2. Make surethe attachment clutch control
is in the "DISENGAGED" position, set
the parking brake, and stop the engine.
3. Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged
with your tractor's Operator's Manual)
onto the end of your garden hose.
4. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle
adapter and push the adapter onto the
deck washout port at the left end of the
mower deck. Release the lock collar to
lock the adapter on the nozzle.
Hose_ /
_._._ WashoutPort 4-1
Nozzlo/_ "i / r_ _1
IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connec-
tion is secure.
5. Turn the water on.
6. While sitting in the operator's position on
the tractor, re-start the engine and place
thethrottle lever in the Fast",_" position.
IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making
certain the area is clear.
7, Move the tractor's attachment clutch
control to the "ENGAGED" position.
Remain in the operator's position
with the cutting deck engaged until the
deck is cleaned.
8. Move the tractor's attachment clutch
control to the "DISENGAGED" posi-
tion. Turn the ignition key to the STOP
position to turn the tractor's engine off.
Turn the water off.
9. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle
adapter to disconnect the adapter from
the nozzle washout port.
10. Move the tractor to a dry area, prefer-
ably a concrete or paved area. Place
the attachment clutch control _n the
"ENGAGED" position to remove excess
water and to help dry before putting the
_ll tractor away.
WARNING: A broken or missing washout
fitting could expose you or others to thrown
objects from contact with the blade.
• Replace broken or missing washout fitting
immediately, prior to using mower again.
* Plug any holes in mower with bolts and
Iockn uts.
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