Craftsman 919.672181 Owner's Manual page 15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE
MAINTENANCE TASK
ENGINE
check oil level
change oil
check air cleaner
clean/replace spark plug
clean debris
clean air cooling system
clean combustion chamber
* Change oil after first 5 to 8 hours of use, then every 50 hours or every
season. Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy
load or in high temperatures.
** Clean more often under conditions of dust or airborne debris. Replace air
cleaner parts, if very dirty.
PRESSURE WASHER
check/clean inlet screen
check high pressure hose
check soap and chemical
hose and filter
check gun and wand for leaks
prepare for storage
ENGINE
To Check Oil
1. Shut down engine and place on a
level surface.
2. Remove filler cap/dipstick and
wipe it clean.
3. Replace and tighten dipstick.
Remove and check oil level.
4. Oil level should be at the FULL
line on dipstick.
Before
each use
Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for longer
than 30 days
Filler cap/
dipstick
Every 25
hours or
yearly
X
X**
X
X
X
X
X
5. If needed, add oil slowly and
recheck. Do not over fill.
NOTE: Use a high quality detergent oil
classified "For Service SF, SG, SH,
SJ" or higher, such as SAE 30.
NOTE: Other viscosities shown in the
chart may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the
recommended range.
SAE Viscosity Grades
Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30
F -20 0
C -30 -20
STARTING TEMPERATURES RANGE
ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
6. Replace filler cap/dipstick.
15- ENG
Every 50
Every 100
hours or
hours or
yearly
X*
**
*
20 32 40 60 80
-10 0 10 20 30
yearly
X
X
X
100
40
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