Snapper E55140BV - Manual (Page 14)

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Regular
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule & Procedures
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your unit.
* Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period of 5-8 hours.
** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions.
SAFETY ITEMS Before
Each
Use Every 5
Hours Every 25
Hours Every
100
Hours Every
250
Hours Spring &
Fall
Check for loose hardware • •
Check all safety labels •
Inspect cone, hopper, and guards. •
CHIPPER MAINTENANCE ITEMS Before
Each
Use Every 5
Hours Every 25
Hours Every
100
Hours Every
250
Hours Spring &
Fall
Clean debris from engine and chipper. ** • •
Inspect/Rotate Shredding Hammers •
Inspect/Rotate Chipping Knives •
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ITEMS Before
Each
Use Every 8
Hours Every 25
Hours Every 50
Hours Every
100
Hours Spring &
Fall
Check Engine Oil Level * • •
Change Engine Oil * ** •
Check / Change Engine Air Filter * ** •
Replace Spark Plug * •
Check for Loose Hardware
Service Interval: Every 5 hours; every spring and fall.
Inspect the unit, checking for loose hardware or
components. Pay special attention to the hardware
attaching the chipper cone, hopper, axle, and front leg.
Check Safety Labels
Service Interval: Every spring and fall.
Check that the safety labels are in place and
undamaged. Sample illustrations and part numbers of
the decals can be found on page 6. Replace any
damaged or missing decals.
Inspect Cone, Hopper, & Guards
Service Interval: Every spring and fall.
Check that the chipper cone, shredder hopper, and
discharge guards are in place, undamaged, and secure.
Replace any damaged or missing parts.