Craftsman 247.8897 - Manual (Page 16)

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
engine maintenanCe
Checking engine oil
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use to be sure correct oil level
is maintained.
When adding oil to the engine, refer to viscosity chart below. Engine
oil capacity is 600 ml (approx. 20 oz.). Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke,
or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified
to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for
service classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show
this designation on the container.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean. 1.
Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do 2. not screw it in.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If the level is low, slowly add oil 3.
until oil level registers between high (H) and low (L), Figure 12.
Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting engine.
4.
Figure 12
Fill
between
high
and low
marks
Warning
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls
and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop.
Warning
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all
controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to
a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes
service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of
completed maintenance tasks.
To locate the nearest Sears Service
Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
maintenanCe sCHedULe
interval item service service Log
Each Use and every 5
hours Engine oil level 1.
Loose or missing hardware 2.
Unit and engine. 3.
Check 1.
Tighten or replace 2.
Clean 3.
1st 5 hours Engine oil 1. Change 1.
Annually or 25 hours Spark plug 1.
Control linkages and pivots 2.
Wheels 3.
Gear shaft and Auger shaft 4.
4-Way Chute Control™ 5.
Check 1.
Lube with light oil 2.
Lube with multipurpose auto grease 3.
Lube with light oil 4.
Check for cable slackness 5.
Annually or 50 hours Engine oil 1. Change 1.
Annually or 100 hours Spark plug 1. Change 1.
Before Storage Fuel system 1. Run engine until it stops from lack 1.
of fuel