Sears 502493, 552493 manual Maintenance

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MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

 

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complete regular service.

 

 

 

 

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Check for loose fasteners

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Check soft vinyl boot

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Check tire pressure

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Check engine oil level

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Lubricate

 

 

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Clean

 

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Maintain engine per instructions below and in engine manual.

Service Dates

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

1.Make a thorough visual check of the Chip-N- Vac for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retight- en any loose bolts and nuts.

CHECK VINYL BOOT

2.Check the soft vinyl boot (on front of hard top) for wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

3.Check tire pressure regularly. Recommended tire pressure is 12-14 Lbs.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

4.Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual.

LUBRICATION

1.At the beginning of each season, lubricate the latch, latch pivot bolt, and the axle where the hitch tongue pivots, with a light machine oil.

2.At least once a season, grease or oil the wheel bear- ings. Use automotive wheel bearing type grease or 20 weight oil.

WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or before performing any repairs or maintenance.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

1.Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual.

2.Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual.

3.The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season. Check the engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

CLEANING

1.Make sure the cart, the side and front panels and top are cleaned after each use. Grass clippings and leaves left in the cart will mildew and cause damage if not cleaned out.

2.Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.

Keep the cooling fins on the engine housing clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be sure to remove all dirt and debris from muffler area.

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Contents Owners Manual Table of Contents 12 FT. Remote Hose KITSafety Is involvedTo avoid serious injury Hardware Package Contents Qty Description Removal of Parts from Cartons AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Assembling the Cart BodyTruss Head Bolt Wheel Support Nylock NUT Assembling VAC Parts Cross Brace HEX Bolt Door Latch Hose Adapter Assembling the Deck Adapter #62468 To the Mower Deck Not Shown Full SizeDirectly to the Operation Instructions on Adapter BracketMO Untin G For 1990 and Newer Murray Tractors with a 38 or 40 DeckFor 1990 and Newer Murray Tractors with a 46 Deck BracketHOW to USE Your CHIP-N-VAC HOW to Stop Your CHIP-N-VACHOW to Start Your CHIP-N-VAC OperationUsing the Chipper Chute Maintenance Service and Adjustments StorageSharpening or Replacing Chipper Blades Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Corrective ActionParts Part QTY DescriptionRepair Parts for Model 502493/552493 CHIP-N-VAC See 108 Slope Guide Page Page Repair Parts