MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

SERVICE DATES

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

T-he warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or ,negligence, To receive full value from :thewarranty, _operator must maintain mower as ,instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will-need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual -should be checked at least once .each season_

o Once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter element and check blade for wear. A new spark plug and clean!new air filter element assures proper aiP(uei mixture and helps your

engine run better and last longer.

o Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

,, Check engine oil level.

-Check for loose fasteners

LUBRICATION

Keep Unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART")

LUBRIICATION CHART

(_ -Wheel

\ adjuster _ Engine oil

/

Brake spring bracket

(1__DlschaFge

(_) Handle bracketguard hinge pin mounting pin

(_ Sray lubricant

(_) Refer to CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ':ENGINE" section_

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic wheel 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 d_, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly_

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Sears 917.387023 owner manual Maintenanceschedule, General Recommendations, Before Each USE, Lubrication