Craftsman 917.272281 owner manual Lubrication Chart, General Recommendations, Before Each USE

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T	Check	Operator Presence and
	Interlock	Systems	V'
R crux+<" LooseFasteners			IfP	I_s	I_'
_	SharpeNReplace Mower Blades		t_ 3
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	InspectMufflar/SparkArremr			I/
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	Replace	Spark Plug		I_
	Replace	Air Filter Paper Cartridge		II_=
	Replace	Fuel Filter		!1_

1	+Change m¢_	often when opem_g under a heevy toad or	3	- Replace	blades morn often		when	mowing _	mmdy Soil
	In tdgh aml;+:enttemperatures,		4	- NO( mqu_	If equlppod	v_,th malntenanapf_ee			betty+
2	+Set'vice_	oltett when operating in dtrly or du,stycond_ons.	5	- Tlgh_ front _L_b p_		bo_	to _	n.-IbcL _1L6%
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive

fullvalue from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made

periodicallyto properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service 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 opera- tion.

5.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

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<_ REFERTO 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 lubricant sparingly.

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