Craftsman 247.28902 - Manual (Page 18)

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
A warning
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all
controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to
a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes
service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track
of completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Parts &
Repair Service Center or to schedule service, simply contact
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Interval Item Service Service Log
Before Each Use 1. Engine oil level 4. Check
2. Muffler area and controls 5. Clean
3. Finger guard 6. Clean
In the First Five Flours 7. Engine Oil 8. Change
Every 10 Flours 9. Flood/ Dash air vents 12. Clean
10. Battery terminals 13. Clean
11. Deck spindles and idler 14. Lubricate
bracket
Every 25 hours 15. Air filter’s precleaner* 20. Clean
16. Air filter* 21. Clean
17. Mid steering arms, pivot 22. Lubricate
shafts, and axles
18. Front wheel bearings 23. Lubricate
19. Front deck wheels 24. Lubricate
Every 50 hours 25. Engine oil/ Oil filter 27. Change/ Replace
26. Muffler 28. Check
Annually 29. Air filter 36. Replace
30. Air filter’s pre-cleaner 37. Replace
31. Spark plug 38. Replace
32. Air cooling system* 39. Clean
33. Fuel filter 40. Replace
34. Steering Gears 41. Clean
35. Rear Wheels 42. Remove and grease axles
Before Storage 43. Flood/ Dash air vents 50. Clean
44. Battery terminals 51. Clean
45. Mid steering arms, pivot 52. Lubricate
shafts, and axles
46. Front wheel bearings 53. Lubricate
47. Front deck wheels 54. Lubricate
48. Deck spindles and idler 55. Lubricate
bracket
49. Pedal pivot points 56. Lubricate
‘Service more frequently under dusty conditions.
AWARNING A warning
Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO
(Blade Engage Lever), engage the parking brake, stop the engine
and remove the key to prevent unintended starting.
If the engine has been recently run, the engine, muffler and sur­
rounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin.
Exercise caution to avoid burns.
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