General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.273381 Owner's Manual

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REGULAR SERVlCE J__ RVICE DATES
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Check Operator Presence and
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Interlock Systems V _
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Check for Loose Fasteners ll_ V's I_
Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade,
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Lubrication Chart I_
0 Check Battery Level 1_4
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Clean Battery and Terminals _ if
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts V'
Check Engine Oil Level V _ V °
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) k_'l,: V _
E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) _lr; V*
N Clean Air Filter _;
G Clean Air Screen
IN inspect Muffler/Spark
Arrester
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E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) I_,;
Clean Engine Cooling Fins Ik_;
Replace Spark Plug _2 I_
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
Replace Fuel Filter
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy Iond or
_nhigh ambient temperatoras.
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 axis pivot bolt to 35 fl.olbs, maximum.
DO not overtighton.
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, o perator
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.
• 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.
LUBRICATION CHART
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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the
_ivot points which have special nylon
earings. 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, pow-
dered graphite type lubricant sparingly,
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