Briggs & Stratton 1696715-00 Operator's Manual page 12

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7. Slowly add oil into the oil fill. Do not
overfill. See Specifications for the oil capacity.
8. Wait one minute. Check the oil level again.
9. When the oil level touches the top of the full indicator (B),
install and tighten the dipstick.
Adjust the Auger Control Cable
DANGER
The discharge chute contains a rotating auger that throws
snow. Fingers or feet can quickly become caught in
the auger and result 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 engaged.
The auger must rotate only when the auger control is
engaged. When the auger control is released, the auger must
stop in 5 seconds or less. If the auger does not rotate or stop,
adjust the control cable or contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
1. STOP the engine. Remove the ignition key or the PUSH/
PULL key.
2. Lift the cable cover (A, Figure 13) to expose the
adjustment loops (B) and the cable end fitting (C).
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3. Remove and install the end-fitting from the adjustment
loop:
• If the auger rotates when the auger control
is disengaged, attach the end-fitting to the next
lowest loop. This will decrease the belt tension.
• If the auger does not rotate when the auger control
is engaged, attach the end-fitting to the next highest
loop. This will shorten the control cable and increase
belt tension.
Note: Some slack must remain in the cable when the auger
control is disengaged.
4. Lower the cable cover into position.
5. Use the test below and check the operation of the auger
control. If the unit does not operate as described, DO
NOT use it. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Test the Auger Control
• Start the engine.
• Pull the auger control lever against the handle. Make
sure that the auger rotates.
• Release the auger control lever. The auger must
stop in 5 seconds or less.
Auger and Scraper Bar
1. STOP the engine and remove the ignition key or PUSH/
PULL key.
2. Inspect the wear limit on the rubber auger (A, Figure 14).
If the rubber auger is worn, replace the two rubber
flights. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
3. Inspect the gap between the scraper bar support and the
ground (B). If the scraper bar support touches the ground,