SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service
Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at
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Each Use | 1. | Engine oil level | 1. | Check |
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| 2. | Loose or missing hardware | 2. | Tighten or replace |
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| 3. | Unit and engine. | 3. | Clean |
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1st 5 - 8 hours | 1. | Engine oil | 1. | Change |
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25 hours | 1. | Engine oil† | 1. | Change |
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| 2. | Air cleaner | 2. | Clean or replace |
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| 3. | Control linkages and pivots | 3. | Lube with light oil |
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50 hours | 1. | Engine oil | 1. | Change |
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Annually or 100 hours | 1. | Spark plug | 1. | Clean, replace, |
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Before Storage | 1. | Fuel system | 1. | Run engine until it stops from lack of |
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| gas in the tank. |
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† Under heavy load or in high temperatures |
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