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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service
guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed
maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service,
simply contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Interval
Item
Service
Service Log
Each Use
1.
Engine oil level
2.
Loose or missing hardware
3.
Air cleaner
4.
Unit and engine
1.
Check
2.
Tighten or replace
3.
Check
4.
Clean
1st Month or 5 hours
1.
Engine oil
1.
Change
Annually or 25 hours
1.
Air cleaner †
2.
Control linkages/pivots and wheels
3.
Underside of mower deck
1.
Clean
2.
Lube with light oil
3.
Clean
Annually or 50 hours
1.
Engine oil ††
1.
Change
Annually
1.
Spark plug
2.
Air Cleaner
1.
Replace
2.
Replace
Before Storage
1.
Fuel system
1.
Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel, or
add stabilizer to a full tank of fresh fuel prior
to storage.
† Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner if very dirty.
†† Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.
