SNOWJOE MAX SJ803, Operator'S Manual

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Taks First 5
Hrs.
Each
Use or
Every 5
Hrs.
Each
Season
or 25
Hrs.
Each
Season
or 50
Hrs.
Each
Season
or 100
Hrs.
Service
Dates
Check
engine
oil
Change
engine
oil
Check
spark
plug
Service
spark
plug
Clean
exhaust
area
Maintenance
Lubrication
Lubricate the pivot points on the control handle and the extension
spring at the end of the control cable with a light oil once every
season and before the snow thrower is put into storage at the end
of the season.
Engine
m WARNING
Unexpected start up may cause personal injury. Before
servicing, repairing or inspecting the snow thrower,
disengage the Auger Control. Stop the engine and
remove the Ignition Key/Safety Lock.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is necessary to
maintain high level performance. Regular maintenance will also
ensure a longer service life. The required service intervals and the
type of maintenance to be performed are described in the table
below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occur
first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse
conditions.
Engine Maintenance Schedule
Checking the Engine Oil
To check the engine oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean.
2. Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but DO NOT
screw it in.
3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If the level is low, slowly
add oil until oil registers between high and low (see “Changing
the Engine Oil”).
Changing the Engine Oil
m CAUTION
Do not use non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil.
Doing so may shorten the engine!s service life. Do not
overfill. Overfilling the engine with oil may result in the
engine smoking, hard starting or spark plug fouling.
Refer to the “Engine Maintenance Schedule” table for service
intervals. When changing, or adding oil to the engine refer to
the viscosity chart below. Engine oil capacity is 600ml (approx.
20 oz.). Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke, SAE 5W30, or an equivalent
high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer!s requirements for service
classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show this
designation on the container.
Fill between the hig and low marks
Figure 15
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