Craftsman C459-52233 Operator's Manual page 18

Oil Drain
Plug
CAUTION
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly.
Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authori-
ties or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
5. Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
6. Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level. See
Recommended Oil Usage chart. The engine's oil capacity is 37
ounces.
CAUTION
DO NOT use non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten
the engine's service life.
-40º -20º
-30º -20º -10º 0º
7. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
CAUTION
Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as
possible after handling used oil.
Checking Spark Plug
WARNING
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank
engine with spark plug removed.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 19
Synthetic
0W-30
5W-30
0º 20º 40º
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful
not to touch the muffler.
NOTE: Check the spark plug once a season or every 25 hours of
operation. Change the spark plug once a season or every 100 hours.
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly
gapped and free of deposits.
1. Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to
remove the plug. See Figure 20.
2. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard the spark plug if there is
apparent wear, or if the insulator is cracked or chipped. Clean the
spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.
3. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary
by bending side electrode. See Figure 21. The gap should be set
to .02-.03 inches (0.60-0.80 mm).
Electrode
.02-.03 in.
(0.60-0.80 mm)
4. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition and thread
the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading.
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WARNING
Spark Plug
Spark Plug Boot
Figure 20
Figure 21