Craftsman 917.271554 - Manual (Page 17)

MAINTENANCE
Check Brake Operation ✓ ✓
Check TtfB Pressure ✓
Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems ✓
Check for Loose Fasteners
✓ ✓
SharperVReplace Mower Blades
Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓
Check Battery Level %/ a
Clean Battery and Terminals ✓ ✓
Check Transaxle Cooling ✓
Check V-Belts ✓
Check Engine Oil Level
✓ ✓
Change Engine Oil (with oH filter) ✓ ,,a ✓
Change Engine Oil (without oil fitter) ✓
Clean Air Filter
Clean Air Screen ✓ a
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
✓
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)
Clean Engine Coolirrg Fins ✓ a
Replace Spark Plug
✓ ✓
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ✓ a
Replace Fuel Filter
1 - Change more ofien when operate under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2' Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
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,
operator must maintain tractor as
instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tractor.
Alt adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
• 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.
3 • Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 tt.-lbs, maximum.
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
©Referto 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-lubricat­
ing bearings. If you feel they must be
lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
graphite type lubricant sparingly.
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