Craftsman 917.881064 - Manual (Page 15)

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
RVICE
DATES
Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓
Clean / Inspect Snow Thrower ✓ ✓
Check / Replace V-Belts ✓
Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓
Check Engine Oil Level
✓
Change Engine Oil
✓
Inspect Muffler
✓
Check / Replace Spark Plug
✓
Empty Fuel Tank
✓
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
To receive full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain snow thrower as instructed in this manual. Some
adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly
maintain your snow thrower.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make
any of the adjustments described in the Service and Ad­
justments section of this manual,
• At least once a year, you should replace the spark plug
and check belts for wear, A new spark plug will help
your engine run better and last longer,
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual,
NOTE: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
parts to service this unit. Failure to do so can cause the unit
to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator.
LUBRICATION CHART
© SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil
® See “ENGINE” In
Maintenance section
General
Purpose
Grease
BEFORE EACH USE
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1, Check engine oil level.
2, Check for loose fasteners.
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3, Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.
LUBRICATION
Keep your snow thrower well lubricated
(See “LUBRIOATION OH ART”),
@ Auger
grease fittings
© Pivot
points
SNOW THROWER
Always observe the safety rules when performing any
maintenance,
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14-17 P,S,I,
/19-24,5 N-m),
• Keep tires free of gasoline and oil, which can harm
rubber,
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due
to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot
and corrosion.
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