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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. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
interval
Each Use and every 5
1.
hours
2.
3.
1st 5 hours
1.
Annually or 25 hours
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Annually or 50 hours
1.
Annually or 100 hours
1.
Before Storage
1.
† Under heavy load or in high temperatures
engine maintenanCe
Warning
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls
and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop.
Checking engine oil
1.
Be sure engine is upright and level
2.
Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean.
3.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.
4.
Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube. Note oil level.
If oil reading on dipstick is below "ADD" mark, slowly add oil to
reach "FULL" level. See Figure 12.
5.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.
6.
Wipe away any spilled oil.
Changing engine oil
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
•
Check oil level before each use and every eight operating hours.
•
Change oil after first 5 to 8 operating hours and every 50 operat-
ing hours or once a season thereafter.
1.
Place engine level and remove safety key.
2.
Disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug.
(Refer to next section). If connected, disconnect extension cord
from power source.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
maintenanCe sCHedULe
item
Engine oil level
Loose or missing hardware
Unit and engine.
Engine oil
Engine Oil†
Control linkages and pivots
Wheels
Gear shaft and Auger shaft
4-Way Chute Control™
Engine oil
Spark plug
Fuel system
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®.
service
1.
Check
2.
Tighten or replace
3.
Clean
1.
Change
1.
Change
2.
Lube with light oil
3.
Lube with multipurpose auto grease
4.
Lube with light oil
5.
Check for cable slackness
1.
Change
1.
Change
1.
Run engine until it stops from lack
of fuel
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service Log
Maintain oil level
at FULL
Figure 12
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