Craftsman 107.289860 - Manual (Page 22)

Rider Maintenance Items
A
WARNING
Move the ground speed levers to START/PARK
positions, engage the parking brake, turn the
mower blades OFF, turn the ignition switch OFF,
and wait for all moving parts to stop before
accessing the engine compartment or
performing any maintenance procedures.
ACCESSING THE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
Lift up on the back edge of the seat deck to access the
engine compartment (see Figure 15).
CLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Service Interval: Before each use.
CAUTION: If debris is not removed from the engine
compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire
hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the
mowing session, remove any grass clippings, dirt,
leaves, or other debris from the unit. Also clean out the
engine compartment.
CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE
COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTER
Service Interval: Before each use.
CAUTION: If debris is not removed from the engine
compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire
hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the
mowing session, lift the seat deck and clean any debris
from the intake screen on top of the engine (A, Figure
16), exposed engine cooling fins, and around the air filter
assembly. Also open the air filter cover (B) and remove
any debris that has accumulated in the air filter compart­
ment.
CHECKTIRE PRESSURE
Service Interval: 25 Hours.
Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main­
tained at the levels shown in Figure 17. Note that these
pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation”
stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures
shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and
extend tire life.
Figure 15. Accessing the Engine Compartment
Figure 16. Engine Compartment
A. Intake Screen
B. Air Filter Cover
Tire Pressure
Front 18-20 psi (1,24-1,38 bar)
Rear 10-12 psi (,69-,83 bar)
Figure 17. Tire Pressures
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