Craftsman 917.276361 manual Regolarserv,Ce, Ervoeoates, Before Each Use, General Recommendations

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGOLARSERV,CE

	Chh: _	Birak; iOsPe_i ° n	_
T	Check	Operator Presence	and
	ROS	Systems	I_
R	Check for Loose Fasteners		tf

ASharpen/Replace Mower Blades

TC Lubrication Chart

0 Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts

	Check	Engine	Oil Level		I1_	I1_
	Change	Engine Oil		(with oil filter)
E	Change	Engine	Oil	(without	oil filter)
N	Clean Air Filter
G	Clean Air Screen

NI Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

E Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

ERV'OEOATES

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3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-Ibs, maximum. Do not overtighten.

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 periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•At least 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 ROS systems for proper operation.

5.Check for loose fasteners.

	LUBRICATION	CHART
S_		Spindle
Zerk		Zerk
@bFront Wheel		Front Wheel
		Bearing zerk
Bearing	zerk
Sector	Gear	Engine

Teeth

Mandrel

Zerks

_General Purpose Grease

@Refer to 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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