Sears 247.88557 - Manual (Page 13)

MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE DATIES*
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Lubricate pivot points V V
Clean snow thrower V V
Clean shave plate V
Clean skid shoes
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Check V-Belts V
Check friction wheel rubber
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Check engine oil
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Change engine oil V V
Service air cleaner
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Check spark plug V -y
Check muffler V
Fill in dates as you complete regular service
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
• Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
• The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse
or negligence. To receive full value from the war­
ranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower as
instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will need to be made periodical­
ly to properly maintain your unit,
• All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual should be checked at least
once each season.
• Follow the maintenance schedule on this page.
LUBRICATION
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WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against the engine before per­
forming any repairs or maintenance.
SPROCKET SHAFT
• Lubricate the sprocket 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 CONTROL
• Lubricate cams on the ends of the control rods
which interlock the traction drive and auger
controls at least once a season or every twenty-
five hours of operation with grease. The cams can
be accessed beneath the handle panel.
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