General Recommendations; Before Each Use; Lubrication Chart - Craftsman 917.25432 Operator's Manual

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on th_s tractor does not cover
items that have been subiected to oper&tor
abuse or negligence. To recewe full value
from the warranty, operator must maintain
tractor as _nstructed _nthis manual.
Some adlus[ments wilt need to be made
periodicallyto properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described _n the Service and Adlustments
section of this manual.
, At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace a_r filter,
and check blades and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean a_r filter assure
proper air-fuel m_xture and help your en-
gine run better and fast longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
l, Check engine oil level.
2, Check brake operation.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operabon.
5. Check for loose fasteners,
LUBRICATION CHART
"_; Spindle_--__-'lr---_ Spindle
Zerk ,'::_ ...... _['_ Zerk
Front _-_J'_=_="_ " "_,_<2"_ Front Wheat
Wheel ,-_ _ _ Bearing Zerk
Beanna _'_f ........... _ _.-'."_
zerk _ " i _ :_
,I i "-_"X
Engine
?""i P
......... Pivots
@,SAE 30 or 10w30 motor o_I
,_)General Purpose Grease
L_3}Refer_o Maintenance "ENGINE" Section.
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease tt_e pivot
points which have special nylon beanngs.
Viscous lubricants wd/attract dust and dirt
that wilt shorten the life of the self-lubncatmg
bearings. If you feelthey must be lubricated,
use only a dry, powdered graphite type
lubncant spanngly.
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