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Question posted by henryshuster on December 13th, 2012

What Is The Best Oil To Use In The Craftsman Yard Tractor

I purchased a Craftsman Lawn Tractor 42" Model #917.28821 from Sears a short time ago. What is the best oil to use in an oil change?

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Operation Manual - Page 2

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Operation Manual - Page 3

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Operation Manual - Page 5

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Operation Manual - Page 6

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Operation Manual - Page 7

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Operation Manual - Page 8

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Operation Manual - Page 9

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Operation Manual - Page 10

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Operation Manual - Page 11

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Operation Manual - Page 12

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Operation Manual - Page 13

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Operation Manual - Page 14

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Operation Manual - Page 15

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Operation Manual - Page 16

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Operation Manual - Page 17

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Operation Manual - Page 18

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Operation Manual - Page 19

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Operation Manual - Page 20

.... Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to the ON position. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to using mower again. • Plug any holes in the operator's position on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Movethetractor'sPTO(BladeEngage) to turn the...

Operation Manual - Page 23

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Operation Manual - Page 27

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