Lubrication - Simplicity 960 Operator's Manual

Regular M aintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES
Check auger gear case lubrication.**
Lubricate snowthrower.
Check tire pressure.
Change engine oil.*+
Clean or replace spark plug.+
Check drive linkage/belt tension.
Lubricate Axle Shafts.
Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage.
Lubricate Auger Shaft.***
* Change original oil after two hours of operation.
** Check oil level each fall and spring.
4- See your engine Owner's Manual.
***Lubricate each fall and spring.
Winter Weight
25 Hours Worm Gear Oil
10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease
Monthly 20 psi (1.37 bar)
50 Hours+ See Engine Manual
Yearly See Engine Manual
4-6 Hours N/A
Yearly Lithium Grease
10 Hours lOW Oil
10 Hours Lithium Grease
CHECKING TiRE PRESSURE
The air pressure in each tire (Figure 8) should be 20 psi
(136 kPa) and should be equal for both tires for best per-
formance. Be sure to keep caps on valves to prevent
entry of debris into the valve stem when tires are filled.
AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRiCATiON
1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface.
2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9).
3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the
lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add The
Dealer Line Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil (available
from your dealer).
4. Re-install pipe plug, and tighten securely.
Figure 8. Checking Tire Pressure
Figure 9. Auger Lubrication
A. Pipe Plug
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