Customer responsibilities, General recommendations, Lubrication – Craftsman 247.885680 User Manual

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CHECK

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

WARNING: ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE
AND

DISCONNECT

THE

SPARK

PLUG

WIRE

BEFORE

PERFORMING

ANY

MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.

• Periodically check all fasteners and be sure they

are tight.

• Follow the Maintenance Schedule above.

LUBRICATION

Gear Shaft

Lubricate the gear shaft with grease at least once a

season or after every 25 hours of operation.

IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the

friction wheel and drive plate.

Shifting Mechanism

Lubricate the shifting mechanism and pivot points on

the shift rod with engine oil at least once a season or
after every 25 hours of operation.

Traction Drive/Auger Ciutch Lock

The cams on the ends of the control rods which inter

lock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must
be lubricated at least once a season or every twenty-

five hours of operation with grease. The cams can be

accessed beneath the handle panel.

Gear Case

The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory
and does not require checking. If disassembled for
any reason, lubricate with 2 ounces of Shell Alvania
grease, part number 737-0168.

Bearings

Lubricate the auger bearings, wheel bearings and the
bearings on the side of the frame once a season with
light oil.