Maintenance; Service And Adjustments; General Recommendations; Lubrication - Craftsman 247.885570 Owner's Manual

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Lubricate pivot points
Clean snow thrower
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Check V-Belts
Check friction wheel rubber
Check engine oil
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DATES*
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
• The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the war-
ranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower as
instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will need to be made periodical-
ly to properly maintain your unit.
• All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual should be checked at least
once each season.
• Follow the maintenance schedule on this page.
LUBRICATION
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against the engine before per-
forming any repairs or maintenance.
SPROCKET SHAFT
• Lubricate the sprocket shaft with grease at least
once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the friction
wheel and drive plate.
SHIFTING MECHANISM
• Lubricate the shifting mechanism and pivot points
on the shift rod with engine oil at least once a
season or after every 25 hours of operation.
TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL
Lubricate cams on the ends of the control rods
which interlock the traction drive and auger
controls at least once a season or every twenty-
five hours of operation with grease. The cams can
be accessed beneath the handle panel.
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