Craftsman 28908 Operation Manual - Page 16

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 2_ HOURS EVERY _o HOURS EVERY loo HOURS EVERY BEFORE SEASON STORAGE Check Brake Operation if Check Tire Pressure _:_ Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems A Check for Loose Fasteners _ C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery. Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts if _3 _ _4 _ Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) i E Change Engine Oil twithout oil filter) IN Clean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen I Inspect Muffler/SparkArrester N Replace Oil Filter (if equipped) E Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Re lace Fuel Filter if ___ _1,2 _1,2 v' _" 1 - Change 2 - Service more often when operating more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient in dirty or dusty conditions. temperatures. 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped w_th maintenance-free battery. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART 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 ensure 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. (_ S_ Zerk (_Front Wheel Bearing zerk d_ Sector Gear Teeth Spindle Zerk Front Wheel Bearing zerk Engine _Genera[ 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. 16