Maintenance Schedule; General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.275023 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _. _ _ _ _
AS YOU COMPLETE
RE u .SE.V,CE / y 'y . SERV,CE DATES
Check Brake Operation _
Check Tire Pressure
i Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems I_"
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Check for Loose Fasteners V' V's I_
A I Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades V'_
C Lubrication Chart
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0 Check Battery Level
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Clean Battery and Terminals I_
Check Transaxle Cooling If
Check V-Belts V'
Check Engine Oil Level I/ fi_
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) V'_# I_
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Change Engine Oil (without oil _ter) _1,2
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Clean Air Filter I# #
;G Clean Air Screen V:
Inspect Mu#fleriSpark Arrester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _.:
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Replace Spark Plug I_ #
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 11#2
Replace Fuel Filter I_
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 conditto_ls.
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bblt 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 _ SI
abuse or negligence. To receive full value Zerk
from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your @Front Wheel
tractor. Bearing
All adjustments in the Service and Zerk
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season. Sector
• Once a year you should replace the Gear
spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and Teeth
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
Tie Rod Ball Joints
Zerk
Wheel
Bearing Zerk
(_Engine
(_Spray Silicone Lubriant (Move Boots to
Lubricate)
(_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, powdered graphite type
161ubdcant sparingly.