Craftsman 917.274953 manual Lubrication Chart, General Recommendations, Before Each USE

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5 - TIohtlmImet _xle pivot boltl_ 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum.

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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 full value

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

Some adjustments will need to be made penodically to propedy 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 operation.

5.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

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Add Transaxle Fluid

(!) SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

General Purpose Grease

_) Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section _) Spray silicone lubdant (Move Boots to

Lubdcets)

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubdcants 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 lubdcant

16sparingly.