Craftsman 917.257360 - Manual (Page 16)

MAINTENANCE
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID LEVEL (See Figs.
13 & 14)
Check fluid level after every 25 hours of use. Rear drawbar
must be removed to check fluid level.
•
Remove the four (4) fasteners to remove the drawbar.
■ Clean reservoir thoroughly before removing cap.
• Check for proper fluid level in reservoir (should be
above the "OIL LEVEL COLD" line),
• If oil is needed, remove cap on reservoir (with a
clockwise rotation), and fill to "OIL LEVEL COLD" line
with SAE 10W30 oil.
• Replace cap securely (do not overtighten)
• Reassemble drawbar and tighten fasteners securely,
TRANSMISSION COOLING (See Fig, 14)
The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept
dean to assure proper cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is
running or while the transmission is hot,
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and
clean.
• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other
materials.
• Thoroughly clean the cooling fins with a cloth, brush, or
compressed air,
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the
tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
SOW motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick
securely each time you check the oil Jevel, SAE 5W-30
motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas
where temperature is consistently 32° F or lower.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig, 15) -
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
Ali oil must meet API service classification SD, SE or SF.
• Be sure vehicle is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm,
• Catch oil in a suitable container,
• Remove oil fill dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine when changing oil.
• Remove drain plug.
• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely,
• Refill engine with oii through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not oveiiilt. For approximate capacity see
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this
manual,
• Use gauge on oil fill dipstick for checking level. Be sure
dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading,
Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick,
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
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20
°
0
°
32° 60° 80° 100°