Craftsman 917.27390 Operator's Manual page 9

/ CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new tractor, we
wish to assure that you receive the best
performance and satisfaction from this
Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
V All assembly instructions have been
completed.
/ No remaining loose parts in carton.
¥ Batteryis properly prepared and charged.
¥ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
ened securely.
V Alltires are properly inflated. (For ship-
ping purposes, the tires were overinflated
at the factory).
/ Ensure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling).
v Check mower and drive belts. Ensure
they are routed properly around pulleys
and inside all belt keepers.
¥ Checkwiring. Seethatall connections are
stillsecure and wires are properlyclamped.
/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel
controlis in "transmission engaged" posi-
tion (see "To Transport' in the Operation
section of this manual).
While learning howto use your tractor, pay ex-
tra attention to the following important items:
v Engine oil is at proper level.
/ Fueltankis filled with fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline.
/¥ Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function. Operate them
before you start the engine.
/ Ensure brake system is in safe operating
condition.
/ Ensure Operator Presence System and
Reverse Operation System (ROS) are
working properly (See the Operation and
Maintenance sections in this manual).
V Itisimportantto purge the transmission be-
fore operating your tractor for the firsttime.
Follow proper starting and transmission
purging instructions (See "TO START EN-
GINE" and "PURGE TRANSMISSION"
in the Operation section of this manual).