Craftsman 917.271742 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Brake Operation
Chec_ Tice FTeLsum
Sha_Replace MoWer Blades
Lubncatlon Chart
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tractor does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negJigence. 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.
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. Chock for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION CHART
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Zerk i_:_iJ:...... _ Zerk
OFmnt Wheel ,-4 / ,L.(_Froht Wheel
Beanng .,__--_- _-,__ BeanngZerk
i 1 /
--4 /
_Engme
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(_SAE 30 or 10w30 MOTOR OIL
_)REFER TO Maintenance =ENGINE" SECTION
IMPORTANT: Do not oilor grease the
pivot points which have special nylon
bearings, Viscous lubricants will attract
dust and dirtthat will shortenthe lifoof
the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel
they must be lubricated, use only a dry,
powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.
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