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Changing the Engine Oil
Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours,
then annually thereafter. If possible, run the engine
just before changing the oil because warm oil flows
better and carries more contaminants.
Max. fill: 26 oz. (0.77 l), type: automotive detergent oil
with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ,
SL, or higher.
•
For temperatures above 32
°
F (0
°
C), use
SAE 30W.
•
For temperatures between 0
°
F and 32
°
F (–18
°
C
to 0
°
C), use SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W.
•
For air temperatures below 0
°
F (–18
°
C), use
SAE 0W30.
1.
Clean the area
around the oil drain
cap (A).
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A
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 on page 10.
Lubricating the Hex Shaft
Lightly lubricate the hex shaft (A) annually with
automotive engine oil.
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A
C
B
Important: Do not get oil on the rubber wheel (B) or
the aluminum friction drive plate (C) because the
traction drive will slip.
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.
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4.
Move the speed selector lever to Position R2.
5.
Dip your finger in automotive engine oil and
lightly lubricate hex shaft (A).
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.
