Craftsman 79960 manual Maintenanceschedule, Important Service Message, Check and Change Engine OIL

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLITiES

IMPORTANT SERVICE MESSAGE

Perform the Maintenance Schedule listed in the chart below to ensure the proper performance and long life of your machine.

If you do not wish to service the machine yourself, you

can bring it to your local Sears Service Center for expert service,

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CAUTION

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the

 

machine, stop the engine and make sure that all

 

moving parts have come to a complete stop°

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Disconnectthe spark plug wire and secure it away

 

from the spark plug_

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Failure to follow these instructions can result in

personalinjuryor propertydamage.

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MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

SERVICE

CheckEngine Oit Level (Page28)

ChangeEngineOil (Page28)

ReplaceAir Filter (Page 28)

CleanCooling System (Page28)

Inspect Spark Arrester (if equipped)

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Every25

Every100 As Noted

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Inspect Spark Plug (Page28)

CleanMachine

Check Bolts and Nuts (Page29)

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NOTE1 - Changeoil afterfirst two hoursof newoperation,

NOTE2 - Servicemorefrequentlyin extremelydustyor dirbjconditions.

NOTE3 - If engineis equippedwitha sparkarrestor,cleanandinspectfor damageevery50operatinghours NOTE4 - Replaceyearlyor mereoftenif usedinextremelydustyor dirtyconditions

CHECK AND CHANGE ENGINE OIL

QCheck oil level every five operating hours and before each use of the machine_

QChange oil after first two hours of new operation and every 25 operating hours thereafter, IMPORTANT: Change oil more frequently when operating in extremely dusty or dirty conditions,

3. The oil level should be at the "FULL" mark on the

dipstick. If the oil level is low, add recommended oil After checking or adding oil, install the dipstick and

tighten securely.

To Check Oil Level

1.Place the machine on level ground.. Stop the engine and make sure that all moving parts have come to a

complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug.

2.To avoid contaminating the engine oil with dirt, clean

the area around the dipstick (A, Figure 27). Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Screw the

dipstick fully inward and then remove it to check the oil level,

Figure 27: Dipstick (A) and oil drain plug (B),

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Contents SEA/ S Safety Rules TrainingPreparation Operation Safety Decals Maintenance and StorageCustomer Responsibilities Limited ONE Year WarrantyMaintenance Agreement Product SpecificationsTable of Contents Engine Accessories AttachmentsVacuum Hose Tightness AssemblyUnfold the Handlebars see Figure Check ALL Nuts and Bolts forAssembly Configurations AssemblyTo Remove Shredder Screen Assembly for WALK-BEHIND Vacuuming or Using the ChipperRemove or Install Shredder Screen To Install Shredder ScreenInstall Collection BAG Adjust the Vacuum Inlet HeightInstall Vacuum Inlet CAP Adjust the Vacuum Inlet Height Assembly for Blower OperationAdjust Handlebars InstalledInstall Blower Deflector Install Vacuum Inlet CAPRemove the Shredder Screen Handlebars in Vacuum Assembly for Optional Vacuum Hose OperationRemove Blower Deflector if Installed Move Handlebars to Vacuuming PositionCAUTiOR Install Collection BAGRemove Vacuum Inlet CAP Install Baffle PlateInstall Hose Baffle Plate RemovalKnow Your CHIPPERiVAC OperationADD Gasoline to the Fuel Tank DahgerBefore Starting Engine Step t ADD OIL to EngineTo Add Gasoline PRE-STARTING ProceduresSafetyinterlock System OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the Engine General OperationMaterials to Avoid Vacuuming OperationChipping Operation Vacuuming and Chipping GuideWALK-BEHIND Vacuuming Operation OperationWalk-Behind Vacuuming Tips and Hints Tips for Using the Vacuum Hose Vacuum Hose OperationOperation Blower operation Blower OperationTips for Using the Chipper Chipper OperationChipper Flap is Worn or Missing Stop the Engine Immediately and wait for all Clearing Jams and ClogsMaintenanceschedule Important Service MessageCheck and Change Engine OIL Service the AIR Filter Customer ResponsibilitiesIf SO Equipped Check The Spark Plug Carburetor and Ignition System InformationCheck Bolts and Nuts for Tightness LubricationDanser ServiceAdjustments WARNIH8Locationof Bolts Service and AdjustmentsTorque Specifications BoltSizeOFF-SEASON Storage StoragePossible Cause Troubleshooting PointsProblem CorrectionPossiblecause Do Nottouch Muffleror Adjacentareas Inletcaporhose MustbeinstalledDecals Rotatingcumng Blade12i CRAFTSMAI!5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601Description QTY CRAFTSMAN5 HP CHIPPER/VACMODELNUMBER987.799601Part Description QTY PartCRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Engine MODELand SERIALIZeNumbershere Part Name Tef CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLE Enginemodel HOHosekit no RepairpartsCarburetorno Fig Rewindstarterno FigPage Page Page Part Number Part Description For Repair Service Call this Toll Free Number