Craftsman 944.528398 - Manual (Page 15)

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
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Check for Loose Fasteners ✓ ✓
Clean / Inspect Snow Thrower ✓ ✓
Check / Replace V-Belts ✓
Lubrication Chart ✓ ✓
Check Engine Oil Level
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Change Engine Oil
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Inspect Muffler
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Check / Replace Spark Plug
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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. All adjustments in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked
at least once each season,
• 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,
BEFORE EACH USE
1, Oheck engine oil level,
2, Oheck for loose fasteners,
3, Oheck controls to be sure they are functioning properly,
LUBRICATION
Keep your snow thrower well lubricated
(See “LUBRIOATION OH ART”),
SNOW THROWER
Always observe the safety rules when performing any
maintenance,
TIRES
• Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14-17 RS,I,),
• Keep tiresfreeofgasoline 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.
LUBRICATION CHART
® SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil
(2) See “ENGINE
In Maintenance
section
(3) General
Purpose
Grease
15
@ Auger
grease fittings Engine oil
BELTS
Check belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 hours
of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not
adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear,
(See “TO REMOVE BELT COVER” in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
The belts on your snow thrower are of special construction
and should be replaced by original equipment manufacturer
(OEM) belts availablefrom your nearest dealer. Using other
than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to
the snow thrower.