Murray 1695886, Operator'S Manual

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Snowthrower
After Each Use
Remove accumulated snow and slush from the unit to prevent
freezing of controls.
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Perform impeller safety tests.
Every 25 Hours or Annually
Check snowthrower for loose hardware.
Adjust auger control cable if necessary.
See Dealer Annually to
Ensure rubber auger wear is not a ff ecting performance.
Engine
First 5 Hours
Change oil.
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level.
Every 50 Hours or Annually
Change engine oil.
Check mu
ffl er and mu ffl er guard.
Annually
Replace spark plug.
Check valve clearance. *
* Not required unless problems are noted with engine
performance. See authorized dealer.
Emissions Control Statement
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by any
non-road engine repair establishment or individual.
However, to obtain “no charge” emissions control service,
the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer.
Change the Oil
Remove Oil
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be
disposed of properly. Do not discard with household waste.
Check with your local authorities, service center, or dealer
for safe disposal / recycling facilities.
1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug
wire ( A , Figure 11) and keep it away from the spark
plug.
NOTE : To access the spark plug wire, you must first
remove the snow hood from the engine. See Replace
the Spark Plug in this section.
2. Tilt the unit back slightly, then remove the oil drain cap
( B , Figure 12). Drain the oil into an approved receptacle.
3. After the oil has drained, install and tighten the oil drain
cap.
Add Oil
1. Place engine level.
2. Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
3. See
Specifications section for oil capacity.
4. Remove the dipstick ( C , Figure13) and wipe with clean
cloth.
5. Pour the oil slowly into the engine oil fill ( D ). DO NOT
overfill. Wait one minute and recheck the oil level.
6. Install and tighten dipstick.
7. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be
at the top of the full indicator ( E ) on the dipstick.
8. Install and tighten dipstick.
Maintenance
Not
for
Reproduction