Briggs & Stratton Snow 120000 Series Operator's Manual page 12

• When performing maintenance that requires the unit to
be tipped, the fuel tank must be empty or fuel can leak
out and result in a fire or explosion.
2. Remove the oil drain plug (D, Figure 9) and tilt the
snowthrower slightly to drain the oil into an appropriate
container.
3. After the oil has drained, install and tighten the oil drain plug
(D).
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4. Place the unit on a level surface.
5. Clean the oil fill area of any moisture or debris.
6. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 10) and wipe it with a clean
cloth. Set it aside.
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7. To add oil, pour slowly into the engine oil fill tube (B). See
Specifications for the oil capacity. Do not overfill.
8. Wait one minute before checking the oil level.
9. Insert and tighten the dipstick, then remove it again to check
the oil level. It should be at the top of the full indicator (C).
10. When the oil level is at the top of the full indicator, install
and tighten the dipstick.
Adjusting the Auger Control Cable
DANGER
The discharge chute contains a rotating auger to throw snow.
Fingers or feet can quickly become caught in the auger
resulting in traumatic amputation or severe laceration.
• Over-tightening the auger cable may cause the auger to
rotate even if the auger control lever is not pressed down.
The auger should rotate only when the auger control is engaged
and must stop within 5 seconds when the auger control is
released. If the auger does not rotate or does not stop as
described, adjust the control cable or contact an authorized
service dealer to adjust the control cable.
1. Shut OFF the engine and remove the ignition key or the
Push/Pull key.
2. Lift the cable cover (A, Figure 11) to expose the adjustment
loops (B) and the cable end fitting (C).
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3. Remove the end fitting from the adjustment loop and
reinstall as follows: