MTD 31AH553G401 - Manual (Page 12)

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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
General Recommendations
• Always observe safety rules when performing any
maintenance.
• 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 the snow thrower
as instructed in this manual.
• Some adjustments will have to be made
periodically to maintain your unit properly.
• All adjustments in the service and adjustments
sections of this manual should be checked at least
once each season.
• Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.
WARNING: Always stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance or adjustments.
Customer Responsibilities
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
P
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Lubricate pivot points
Clean snow thrower
Clean shave plate
Clean slide shoes
Check friction wheel
Check V-belts
Check engine oil
SERVICE DATES*
B
ef
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ea
ch
u
se
A
ft
er
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ac
h
us
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E
ve
ry
2
5
h
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ve
ry
5
0
ho
ur
s
B
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for
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st
o
ra
ge
rubber
Check spark plug
Check muffler
Empty fuel system
* Fill in dates as you complete regular service
Check; service if needed