Craftsman 536.772301 - Manual (Page 17)

MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
After each 25 hours, appiy a small amount of
engine oil to all moving parts, particularly the
wiheels.
How To Change The Engine Oil
Change the oil in the engine crankcase after
each 25 hours of use.
NOTE; The oil will drain more freely when
the engine is warm.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
2. Remove the oil drain plug (see
Figure 14). Drain the oil into a flat pan.
3. After draining all the oil, install and tight­
en the oil drain plug.
4. Remove the oil fill cap (see Figure 15).
Fill the engine crankcase. Pour slowly.
Do not overfill. See “Product Specifica­
tions” for amount and type of oil. Install
the
oil fill cap.
5. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark
plug.
Figure 14
HOW TO CHANGE THE AIR FILTER
Replace the air filter once a year; more often
in dusty or dirty conditions.
NOTE: DO NOT clean or oil the air filter.
The air filter is not serviceable and must
be replaced.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
2. Turn the cover to the left (counterclock­
wise). Remove the cover and the air fil­
ter from the flange, (see Figure 16).
3. Discard the air filter.
4. Clean the cover and the flange.
5. Install a new air filter into the cover.
6. Push the cover firmly against the
flange. Turn the cover to the right
(clockwise) until tight. Make sure the re­
tainers are locked around the flange.
7. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark
plug.
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CAUTION: Never run the engine without
the air filter. A defective air filter will
cause a loss of engine power. If dirt or
dust enters the engine through the carbu­
retor, the result will be excessive wear or
damage to the engine. Replace a dam­
aged or clogged air cleaner immediately.
To Remove,
Turn Counterclockwise
Air Filter
Retainer
To Install,
Turn Clockwise
Figure 16