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Failure to do so can cause the unit Pivot to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator, points BEFORE EACH USE 1, Check engine oil level. 2. Check for loose fasteners, 3. Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly, LUBRICATION @ Keep your snow thrower well lubricated Engine (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). oil ® Auger grease fittings SNOW THROWER V-BELTS Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts TIRES are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from • Maintain proper air pressureinboth tires (14-I 7 RS,I. wear. (See "TO REMOVE BELT COVER" in the Service / 19-24.5 N-m). and Adjustments section of this manual). • Keeptiresfree ofgasoline and oil,which canharm rubber. The V-belts on your snowthrower are of special construction NOTE: To seat tire punctures and prevent flat tires due andshould be replaced by original equipment manufacturer to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your (OEM) belts available from your nearest dealer. Using other local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rotthan OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to and corrosion. 14 the snow thrower. MAINTENANCE i i i ii i ii i i iiii AUGER GEAR CASE • The gear case was filled with lubricantto the proper level at the factory.The only time the lubricantneeds attention is if service has been performedonthe gear case. • If lubricant is required, use only Ronex ED #1 grease. TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEM DO NOT lubricatethe drivecomponentsinsidethe snow thrower.The sprockets, hex shafts, drive disc and friction wheel require no lubrication. The bearings and bushings are lifetimelubricated and require no maintenance. CAUTION: Any lubricating of the above components can cause contamination of the friction wheel and damage to the drive system of yoursnow thrower. ENGINE See engine manual. LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated withAPI service classification SG-SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES i [_vATk'f_] _F -20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OiL CHANGE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°E Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running !ow on oil. Changethe oilafterevery25 hoursofoperation orat leastonce ayear ifthe snowthrower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil fill cap / dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. - Be sure snow thrower is on level surface. illllllllllllll • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and placement of a suitable container. The unit tilted, resting on the frame with the left wheel removed, will help drain any oil trapped inside the engine. (See "TO REMOVE WHEELS" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 1. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. 2. Clean area around drain plug. 3. Remove drain plug and drain oil in a suitable container. 4. Install drain plug and tighten securely. 5. Wipe off any spilled oil from snow thrower and engine. 6. Installleftwheel (if removed for draining oil).Be sureto install klick pin into proper hole in wheel axle (See "TO REMOVE WHEELS" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 7. Remove oil fill cap!dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine. 8. Refill engine with oil through oil dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill, For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 9. Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULl" line on dipstick. 10. Wipe off any spilled oil. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occursfirst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep snow thrower housing free of any dirt ortrash. Clean the outside of yoursnow thrower after each use. WARNING: Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come in contact with s...
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