Simplicity 695 Owner's Manual page 10

NOTE
The worm drive housing may become quite
warm while operating. This is completely
normal and no harm to gears will occur if the
housing is kept filled as specified with the
special Worm Gear Oil.
There is an Oilite bronze filter in the vent hole
located at the rear of the worm drive housing. DO
NOT REMOVE the filter for any reason.
GENERAL LUBRICATION: Apply light motor oil
occasionally at the points indicated to reduce wear
and assure free movement. Be careful not to get oil
on the drive belts. DO NOT oil wheel bearings
which are self-lubricated. Additional oil collects
dirt and causes extra wear.
Apply a light coat of grease or oil to the inside of
the tine hubs and on the tine shaft to prevent rust.
GENERAL REPAIRS: To prevent rust, sand off
and paint any parts or areas which become chipped
or damaged. Tighten all bolts, nuts and fasteners
securely.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
1. Drain the fuel tank completely by running
the engine until it stops. If desired, fuel can be
stored in containers or in the tank by using
STA-BIL brand gasoline stabilizer, available at your
Simplicity dealer. Add a can capful to the fuel in
the tank or follow the directions on the can for
containers of other capacity. This additive prevents
formation of gum and varnish for up to one year,
providing easier starting and a clean fuel system.
2. Drain and refill crankcase while engine is
warm.
3. Remove spark plug, pour 1 oz. 10W-30 oil
into cylinder through plug hole. Crank engine a
few times to distribute oil. Reinstall plug.
4. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder head fins
and engine housing.
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