Craftsman 917.258911 owner manual Belts, Lubrication, Transaxle Pump Fluid

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILHTIES

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling,

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot, To prevent

possible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or steam to dean transaxle,

•Inspect co.oling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean.,

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials., To prevent damage to seals, do notuse compressed air or high pressure sprayer

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department,

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation and replace if necessary',.The belts are not adjustable, Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with AP! service classification SF, SG or SH,_Select the oil'sSAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature

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	TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT O_L CHANGE

FIG. 14

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once ayear if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level..

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs 14 and 15)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oif must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH

•Be sure tractor is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm,,

•Catch oil in a suitable container,,

,Remove oil fill cap/dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil,

°Remove drain plug,

°After oit has drained completely, replace oi! drain plug and tighten securely,

•RefitI engine with oil through oif fill dipstick tube. Pour slowIy. Do not overfiIL For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual

. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick is in all the way for accurate reading Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick,

AIR SCREEN OIL DRAIN PLUG

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ENGINE OIL

FtLL CAPtDIPSTfCK

FIG. 15

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating,, Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers

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