Craftsman 107.2777 manual Rider Maintenance items, Clean Debris From Rider And Engine Compartment

Rider Maintenance items

CLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Service IntervaJ: Before each use.

CAUTION: if debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, remove any grass clippings, dirt, leaves, or other debris from the unit. Also clean out the engine compartment.

CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTER

Service Interval: Before each use.

CAUTION: if debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, lift the seat deck and clean any debris from the intake screen on top of the engine (A, Figure 13), exposed engine cooling fins, and around the air filter assembly. Also open the air filter cover (B) and remove any debris that has accumulated in the air filter compart- ment.

Figure 13. Engine Compartment A. intake Screen

B. Air Filter Cover

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

Service Interval: 25 Hours.

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in Figure 14. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the "Max Inflation" stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

Tire	Pressure
Front	18-20 psi (1,24-1,38	bar)
Rear	10-12 psi (,69-,83	bar)
Figure 14. Tire	Pressures

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