Simplicity 1695821, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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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. See the
Emissions Warranty .
MAINTENANCE CHART
SNOWTHROWER
After Each Use
Remove the snow and slush off snowthrower to prevent
freezing of controls
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Perform snowthrower safety tests
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Check tire pressure
Check snowthrower for loose hardware
See Dealer Annually to
Lubricate control levers and linkages
Lubricate deflector hinge
Lubricate deflector motor (if equipped)
Lubricate chute rotation gear (if equipped)
ENGINE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level
Every 50 Hours or Annually *
Change engine oil
Check muffler and muffler guard.
See Dealer Annually to
Replace spark plug
Check valve clearance
* Not required unless there are problems with engine
performance.
Adjust the Drag on the Chute Rotation Figure 14
ADJUST THE DRAG ON THE CHUTE ROTATION
NOTE: After repeated use, the chute rotation gear may loosen,
causing the chute to move back to the center position.
Adjust the drag by tightening the nut ( A , Figure 14). Tightening the nut
will limit the chute from moving without the operator turning the chute
rotation crank.
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Reproduction