Craftsman 917.275280 - Manual (Page 16)

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES
Check Brake Operation ✓ ✓
Check Tiro Pressure ✓ ✓
Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems ✓
Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓ s ✓
SharpeiVReplace Movyer Blades
Lubrication Chart
✓ ✓
Check Battery Level
Clean Battery and Terminals ✓ ✓
Check T ransaxie Cooling ✓
Check V-Belis ✓
Check Engine Oil Level ✓ ✓
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) ✓ 12 ✓
Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)
1 ^ 1.2 ✓
Clean Air Filter ✓ 2
Clean Air Screen ✓ 2
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester ✓
Replace OH RIter (If equipped) ^<2
Clean Engine Cooling Fins ✓
2
Replace Spark Plug ✓ ✓
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge ✓ 2
Replace Fuel Fitter
1 - Change more often when operating 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 fui! 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.
All adjustments in the Sen/ice 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' R9ptac9 more often when mowln 9 In sandy sod.
4 ’ Not required if equipped with matntenance-free battery.
5' Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-tbs. maximum.
Do not overtighten.
LUBRICATION CHART
® Tie Rod Ball Joints
© Spindle
Zerk
©Front Wheel
Bearing
Zerk
©Steerini
Sector
Gear
Teeth
© Spindle
Zerk
©Front Wheel
Bearing Zerk
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©Engine
©Spray Silicone Lubriant {Move Boots to
Lubricate)
©General Purpose Grease
©Refer to 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-lubricating
bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated,
use only a dry, powdered graphite type
.|0 lubricant sparingly.