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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. Remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Always
wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments
or repairs.
Interval
Each Use
1.
2.
3.
1st 5 - 8 hours
1.
25 hours
1.
2.
50 hours
1.
Annually or 100 hours
1.
Before Storage
1.
† Under heavy load or in high temperatures
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking Engine Oil
WARNING
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Remove the key to prevent unintended firing of the engine.
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use to be sure correct oil level
is maintained.
When adding oil to the engine, refer to viscosity chart below. Engine oil
capacity is approximately 37 ounces. Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke,
or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified
to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer's requirements for
service classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show
this designation on the container.
1.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean.
2.
Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do
NOTE: On some engines, a threaded screw cap will be present
instead of the quarter turn locking cap. In the instance of a threaded oil
cap/dipstick, DO NOT screw the cap/dipstick in to check. Check the oil
by resting the cap/dipstick on the threads, but not screwing it in.
3.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If level is low, slowly add oil until
oil level registers between high (H) and low (L). See Figure 18.
4.
Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting engine.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Item
Engine oil level
Loose or missing hardware
Unit and engine.
Engine oil
Engine oil†
Control linkages and pivots
Engine oil
Spark plug
Fuel system
screw it in.
not
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
1.
Change
1.
Clean and re-gap, or else replace
with new plug.
1.
Run engine until it stops from lack of
fuel or add a gasoline additive to the
gas in the tank.
Fill
between
high
and low
marks
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE: Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and
once a season or every 50 hours thereafter.
1.
Drain fuel from tank by running engine until the fuel tank is empty.
Be sure fuel fill cap is secure.
2.
Place suitable oil collection container under oil drain plug.
3.
Remove oil drain plug. See Figure 19.
4.
Tip engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be
disposed of at a proper collection center.
17
Service Log
Figure 18
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