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MAiNTENANCE
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MAiNTENANCE
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Always disconnect the spark plug wire during times of
inactivity, cleaning and maintenance. This will prevent any
accidental start up that may cause damage or injury.
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Never operate a damaged or defective snowblower
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Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
NOTiCE
For Emission control devices and systems, read and
understand your responsibilities for service as stated in the
Emission Control Warranty Statement of this manual.
Engine Maintenance
Safety Precautions
Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or
repair. This will eliminate several potential hazards:
–
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust — never
run the machine indoors. The exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, a very toxic gas.
–
Burns from hot parts — let the engine cool for 30 minutes
before touching hot parts.
–
Injury from moving parts — read the instructions before you
begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when
working around gasoline. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not
gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away
from all fuel-related parts.
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Do not cover the machine while the engine and muffler are still
hot.
Regular Service Periods
Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval,
whichever comes first.
EACh USE
Check oil level
EVERY mONTh OR 20 hOURS
Change oil
EVERY 6 mONThS OR 100 hOURS
Change oil
Check/clean spark plug
Clean spark arrester
EVERY YEAR OR 150 hOURS
Replace spark plug
Check/adjust idle speed*
Check/adjust valve clearance*
Clean fuel tank and strainer*
EVERY 2 YEARS (REPLACE IF NECESSARY)
Check fuel line
* These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer unless you have
the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to manual for service
procedures.
Oil Change
Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
1. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position to reduce the
possibility of fuel spillage.
2. Place a suitable container below the snowblower to catch the
used oil.
3. Remove the drain bolt and drain the oil into the container by
slightly tipping the engine toward the oil cap/dipstick
(Fig. 22).
Figure 22
4. With the engine in a level position, fill to the upper limit mark
on the dipstick with the recommended oil (0W-30) (Fig. 23).
