Simplicity SMI I924E - Manual (Page 20)

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Maintenance
AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION
1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface.
2. Remove the bolt (A, Figure 13).
3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with
the lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add
Benalene grease.
4. Re-install bolt, and tighten securely.
Figure 13. Auger Lubrication
A. Bolt
Figure 12. Checking Tire Pressure
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
The air pressure in each tire (Figure 12) should be
equal for both tires for best performance. Be sure to
keep caps on valves to prevent entry of debris into the
valve stem when tires are filled.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check / Lubricate hand linkage.
Lubricate snowthrower.
Check tire pressure.
Change engine oil.* +
Clean or replace spark plug. +
Check drive linkage/belt tension.
Lubricate axle shafts.
Check auger gear case lubrication.**
Lubricate auger shaft.***
10 Hours
10 Hours
Monthly
50 Hours ;
Yearly
4-6 Hours
Yearly
25 Hours
10 Hours
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES
* Change original oil after two hours of operation.
** Check grease level each fall and spring.
+ See your engine Owner’s Manual.
***Lubricate each fall and spring.
Size PSI bar
13 x 5.0 20 1,37
Regular Maintenance
A
10W Oil
10W Oil and Grease
20 psi (1.37 bar)
See Engine Manual
See Engine Manual
See Page 24
Lithium Grease
Benalene Grease
Lithium Grease
Not
for
Reproduction