Maintenance Schedule/Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.271833 Owner's Manual

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Check Tire Pressure II//
Check Operator Prasenee and
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Check Trans_xle Cooling
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Adjust Blade BeR(s) Tension II_s
Adjust MotionDrive Belt(e)Ter_ion Ks
Check Engine Oil Level ik_ I1_
Change Engine Oil Ik/_ b/
E Clean Air F'gtor Ifz
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Inspect Muffler/Spark An'ester I_
NE Replace Oil Rlter (If equipped) I_t;
Clean Engine Cooing Fins (1_2
Replace Spark Plug if
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge If=
Replace Fuel Filter
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4 - Replace bladesmore often w_n mowingin sandy =o_1, Do notm,ertighten.
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.
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 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
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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, pew-
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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