Allis-Chalmers 917-H - KT17 SERVICE SCHEDULE AND TIPS; KT17 SERVICE SCHEDULE; KT17 SERVICE TIPS

SERVICE SCHEDULE
To keep your engine in top running condition, these basic
services should be performed at the intervals specified.
ENGINE -KT17
Service at Intervals Indicated
Daily
(Pre-start)
Every
25 Hours
Every
50 Hours
Every
100 Hours
Every
500 Hours
Clean Air Intake Screen.
X
Check Oil Level.
X
Replenish Fuel Supply .
X
Change Lube Oil .
X
Check Air Cleaner (Replace if Dirtv)
X
Clean Coolinq Fins and External Surfaces
X
Service or Replace Spark Pluas .
X j
Have Breaker Points Checked and Serviced*
x
Have Ignition Timinq Checked*
x
Have Valve - Tappet Clearance Checked* .
x
Have Cylinder Heads Serviced* . ~ 1
Xt
Have Starting Motor Serviced* 1
.
X
*Have these services done only by qualified dealer.
NOTE: Intervals stated are for good, clean operating condition only - service items more frequently (even daily)
if extremely dusty or dirty conditions prevail. 7
tlf leaded gasoline is used have cylinder head serviced every 250 hrs.
SERVICE TIPS
If engine stops do not overlook the simple causes. A start¬
ing problem could be caused by an empty fuel tank. The
chart below lists some common causes of difficulties.
Do not attempt to replace major items or any items that
call for special timing or adjustment procedures (governor,
carburetor, breaker points) - have this work done only by
a qualified dealer.
Difficulty
No
Fuel
Improper
Fuel
Dirt In
Fuel Line
Blocked
Cooling
Incorrect
Oil
Engine
Overloaded
Clogged
Air
Cleaner
Faulty
Spark
Plugs
Loose
Wires
Will not start
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Hard starting
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Stops suddenly
X
X
X
X
X
X
Lacks power
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Operates erratically
X
X
X
X X
Knocks or pings
X
X
X
X
Skips or misfires
X
X
X
X X
Backfires
X
X
X
Overheats
X
X
X
X
X
High fuel consumption
X
X
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