Craftsman 247.88955 - Manual (Page 16)

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
engine maintenanCe
Checking engine oil
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use to be sure correct oil level
is maintained.
When adding oil to the engine, refer to viscosity chart below. Engine
oil capacity is 600 ml (approx. 20 oz.). Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke,
or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified
to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for
service classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show
this designation on the container.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean. 1.
Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do 2. not screw it in.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If level is low, slowly add oil until 3.
oil level registers between high (H) and low (L). See Figure 12.
Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting engine.
4.
Changing engine oil
NOTE: Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and
once a season or every 50 hours thereafter.
Drain fuel from tank by running engine until the fuel tank is empty. 1.
Be sure fuel fill cap is secure.
Place suitable oil collection container under oil drain plug.
2.
Remove oil drain plug. See Figure 13. 3.
Tip engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be 4.
disposed of at a proper collection center.
Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely. 5.
Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level. 6. See
Recommended Oil Usage chart. The engine’s oil capacity is 20
ounces.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely. 7.
Figure 12
Fill
between
high
and low
marks
Figure 13
Oil Drain
Plug
Warning
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls
and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop.
CaUtion
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly.
Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authori-
ties or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
CaUtion
DO NOT use nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten
the engine’s service life.
CaUtion
Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as
possible after handling used oil.
-30º -20º -10º 0º
0º 20º 40º -20º
5W-30
0W-30
-40º
Synthetic
-30º -20º -10º 0º
0º 20º 40º -20º
5W-30
0W-30
-40º
Synthetic