Craftsman 247.889800 Operator's Manual page 17

Changing Engine Oil
Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key before performing any
maintenance. To prevent accidental start-up, disconnect the spark plug boot.
Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when the engine is
warm. Refer to Checking and Adding Oil in the Assembly Section.
Change the oil after the first 5 operating hours and every 50 operating hours
thereafter. Engine should still be warm but NOT hot from recent use.
1. Drain fuel from the tank by running the engine until the fuel tank is empty.
Be sure the fuel fill cap is secure.
2. Remove the three screws that secure the lower panel. Remove the lower
panel by lifting up on the panel to free the tabs at the bottom of the panel
from the tab slots and then pull back. See Figure 7.
NOTE: The bottom of the panel has tabs that help hold it in place.
NOTE: An oil drain extension kit is available separately. Visit a Sears Parts &
Repair Center or call 1-888-331-4569 and ask for kit #753-06684.
3. Place a suitable oil collection container under the oil drain plug.
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Figure 7
4. Remove the oil drain plug, see Figure 8.
Oil Drain Plug
5. Tip the snow blower back to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be
disposed of at a proper collection center.
6. Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
7. Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level; refer to Checking
and Adding Oil in the Assembly Section.
8. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
9. Re-install the lower panel by placing the tabs in the tab slots, lifting the
panel into place and secure with the three screws removed in step 2.
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Figure 8