Craftsman 247.37683 - Manual (Page 16)

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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warning
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all
controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to
a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground It against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes
service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of
completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service
Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Interval Item Service Service Log
Each Use 1. Engine oil level
2. Loose or missing hardware
3. Air cleaner
4. Unit and engine.
1. Check
2. Tighten or replace
3. Check
4. Clean
1st Month or 5 hours 1. Engine oil 1. Change
Annually or 25 hours 1 . Air cleaner t
2. Control linkages/pivots and wheels
3. Underside of mower deck
1. Clean
2. Lube with light oil
3. Clean
Annually or 50 hours 1 . Engine oil tt
2. Spark Plug
1. Change
2. Check
200 hours 1. Spark plug
2. Air Cleaner
1. Replace
2. Replace
Before Storage 1. Fuel system 1. Run engine until it stops from lack of
fuel, or add stabilizer to a full tank of
fresh fuel prior to storage.
t Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner it very dirty,
tt Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.
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