Figure 51
1.
Using SAE 30 at outdoor
temperatures below 40°F
(4°C) will result in hard
starting.
2.
Using 10W-30 at outdoor
temperatures above
80°F (27°C) may result in
increased oil consumption;
therefore, check the oil
level more frequently in
these circumstances.
Engine Oil Capacities
Model
Engine Oil Capacity
38624
38634
18 to 20 oz. (0.53 to 0.59 l)
38644
38654
26 to 28 oz. (0.77 to 0.83 l)
1. Clean the area around the oil drain cap (Figure 52).
Figure 52
1.
Oil drain cap
2. Slide an oil drain pan under the drain extension and
remove the oil drain cap.
3. Drain the oil.
Note:
Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
4. Install the oil drain cap.
5. Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to Filling the
Engine Crankcase with Oil.
Lubricating the Hex Shaft
Service Interval:
Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft.
Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive
engine oil (Figure 53).
Figure 53
1.
Hex shaft
3.
Rubber wheel
2.
Aluminum friction plate
Important:
Do not get oil on the rubber wheel
or the aluminum friction drive plate because the
traction drive will slip (Figure 53).
1. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
2. Tip the snowthrower forward onto its auger housing
and block it so that it cannot fall.
3. Remove the back cover (Figure 54).
Figure 54
1.
Back cover
4. Move the speed selector lever to Position R2.
5. Dip your finger in automotive engine oil and
lightly
lubricate hex shaft.
6. Move the speed selector lever to Position 6.
7. Lubricate the other end of the hex shaft.
8. Move the speed selector lever forward and rearward
a few times.
9. Install the back cover and return the snowthrower
to the operating position.
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