Not for
Reproduction
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• Change the engine oil
• Check tire pressure
• Check auger and traction cable adjustment
• Lubricate control lever linkages
• Lubricate the discharge chute and deflector
• Lubricate the auger assembly
• Lubricate the hex shaft and gear
• Lubricate the drive wheel axles
Every 50 Hours or Annually
• Change the engine oil
• Check muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)
Annually
• Replace spark plug (dealer service)
• Check valve clearance
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control
devices and systems must be serviced by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual. However, to obtain
“no charge” emissions control service, the work must be
serviced by a factory authorized dealer.
Changing the Engine Oil
Discard used oil correctly. Do not discard with household
waste. Check with your local authorities, service center, or
dealer for safe disposal or recycling facilities.
Use Briggs & Stratton
®
Synthetic 5W-30 Warranty Certified
oil for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are
acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher.
Do not use any additives.
1. With the engine stopped but still warm, turn the ignition
key to the OFF position, and remove it or pull out the
push/pull key (if equipped).
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable, which could
cause burns or fire resulting in death or serious injury.
• Make sure that the fuel tank is empty. Fuel leakage
can result in a fire or explosion.
2. Remove the oil drain plug (D, Figure 15). Carefully tilt the
snowthrower and drain the oil into a container.
Note:
Move the speed control lever to position 6 for additional
clearance.
3. Install and tighten the oil drain plug.
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4. Put the unit on a level surface.
5. Clean the oil fill area.
6. Remove the dipstick (A, Figure 16) and clean it with a
cloth. Set the dipstick aside.
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7. Slowly add oil into the engine oil fill tube (B).
See
Specifications
for the oil capacity. Do not overfill.