Craftsman 917.254611 - Manual (Page 13)

To kmpyourtmctorrunning better and longer,
perform necessary service using the follow­
ing maintenance schedule:
WITH EVERY MOWING
1 Make sure all nuts on bolts are tight and cotter pins and
retainer springs are secure
2 Observe all safety precautions,
3 Keep tractor well lubricated (refer to page 24)
4 Make sure areas around muffler, engine and mower
deck are clean and free of debris buildup.
MAINTENANCE
A
FOR ANY ADJUSTMENTS, INSPEC­
TION OH MAINTENANCE:
1. PUSH TRACTOR CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL COMPLETELY INTO
"BRAKE" POSITION.
2. MOVE gearshift TO "N” NEUTRAL
POSITION.
3. PLACE PARKING BRAKE IN “EN­
GAGED” POSITION. REMOVE FOOT
FROM PEDAL.
4. PLACE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
LEVER IN "DISENGAGED" POSI­
TION.
5. TURN IGNITION KEY TO "OFF" PO­
SITION.
6. MAKE ABSOLUTELY SURE THE
BLADES AND ALL MOVING PARTS
HAVE COMPLETELY STOPPED.
7. REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY.
8. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG
WIRE FROM THE SPARK PLUG AND
KEEP WIRE AWAY FROM THE PLUG
TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCI­
DENTAL
STARTING. BE CAREFUL
TO AVOID TOUCHING HOT ENGINE
OR MUFFLER COMPONENTS.
SERVICE RECORD
FILL IN DATES
DATES
REGULAR SERVICE ocnviuc i co
Change Engine Oil
|/ ✓
Check Brake Operatton
Check Tire Pressure
Clean Air Screen
Clean Air Cleaner
Lubricate Pivot Points (see page 24)
Check Battery Level and Recharge ✓
Clean Battery and Terminals ✓
Carburetor Adjustment
V-Belt Adjustment ✓
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Chedt Muffler ✓
Replace Air Cleaner Paper Cartridge
Replace Spark Plug
Replace Fuel Filter
Adjust Valves
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