Craftsman 247.88853 owner manual Maintenance, General Recommendations, Customer Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE

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 section 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

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Lubricate pivot points

PRODUCT

Clean snow thrower

Clean skid shoes

Clean shave plate

	Check V-belts
	Check friction wheel
	rubber
	Check engine oil
	Change engine oil
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I	Check spark plug
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	Empty fuel system

SERVICE DATES*

*Fill in dates as you complete regular service Check; service if needed

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