Craftsman 944.528398 owner manual General Recommendations, Before Each USE, Snow Thrower, Tires

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E A CE

MAINTENANCE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check for Loose Fasteners

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R Clean/Inspect

Snow Thrower

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WCheck / Replace V=Belts

RE Lubrication Chart

Check

Engine

Oil Level

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N Change

Engine

Oil

 

Inspect Muffler

N Check / Replace Spark Plug

E

Empty Fuel Tank

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.

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LUBRiCATiON CHART

(_ SAE 5W=30 Motor Oil

(_) See "ENGINE"

in Maintenance section

(_) General

Purpose

Grease

Pivot

points

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Check engine oil level.

2.Check for loose fasteners.

3.Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.

LUBRiCATiON

Keep your snow thrower well lubricated

® Auger

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(See "LUBRICATION CHART").

grease fittings

Engine oil

 

SNOW THROWER

Always observe the safety rules when performing any maintenance.

TIRES

Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14-17 RS.I.).

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.

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 available from your nearest dealer. Using other than OEM belts can cause personal injury or damage to

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