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Craftsman 247.88955 ENGINE MAINTENANCE, Checking Engine Oil, Changing Engine Oil

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.

Checking Engine Oil

NOTE: Check the oil level before each use to be sure correct oil level is maintained.

When adding oil to the engine, refer to viscosity chart below. Engine oil capacity is 600 ml (approx. 20 oz.). Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for service classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show this designation on the container.

1.Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean.

2.Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.

3.Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If level is low, slowly add oil until oil level registers between high (H) and low (L). See Figure 12.

4.Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting engine.

Fill between high and low marks

Figure 12

Changing Engine Oil

NOTE: Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of operation and once a season or every 50 hours thereafter.

1.Drain fuel from tank by running engine until the fuel tank is empty. Be sure fuel fill cap is secure.

2.Place suitable oil collection container under oil drain plug.

3.Remove oil drain plug. See Figure 13.

4.Tip engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must be disposed of at a proper collection center.

CAUTION

Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.

5.Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.

6.Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level. See Recommended Oil Usage chart. The engine’s oil capacity is 20 ounces.

Synthetic

0W-30

5W-30

-40º -20º 0º 20º 40º -30º -20º -10º 0º

Oil Drain

Plug

Figure 13

CAUTION

DO NOT use nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten the engine’s service life.

7.Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.

CAUTION

Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.

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Contents

Page Craftsman Limited Warranty Two Years on Snow Thrower Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL Model Number Serial Number WARNING DANGER California Proposition SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Training Safe Handling of Gasoline Operation Maintenance & Storage Do not modify engine Notice Regarding Emissions Spark Arrestor Symbol 5.READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL aVoid injUry from rotating aUger - keeP Hands, feet and CLotHing aWay Removing From Carton Loose Parts assembly Page Set-Up Chute Clean-OutTool Tire Pressure Adjustments Skid Shoes Chute Assembly Auger Control Shift Lever Forward Reverse Ignition Key Choke Control throttle control Primer Recoil Starter Handle Electric Starter Button Electric Starter Outlet Clean-OutTool Before Starting Engine Oil Gasoline Starting The Engine Recoil Starter Stopping The Engine To Engage Drive To Engage Augers Replacing Shear pins ENGINE MAINTENANCE Checking Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil Checking Spark Plug Lubrication Gear Shaft Wheels Chute Directional Control Auger Shaft Shave Plate and Skid Shoes Shift Cable Chute Bracket Belt Replacement Auger Belt Page Drive Belt Friction Wheel Removal MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® Interval Item Service Preparing Engine Preparing Snow Thrower Problem Cause Remedy Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: Defects Warranty Requirements for 1995 and Later Small Off-RoadEngines: Page Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Moderate: Intermediate: Extended: •Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs Product replacement Discount of 10% Fast help by phone *Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears Canada at Garantía Limitada Craftsman Dos Años en Lanzador de Nieve Número de modelo Número de serie Fecha de compra Proposición 65 de California Manejo seguro de la gasolina Funcionamiento Mantenimiento y Almacenamiento No modifique el motor Aviso referido a emisiones Guardachispas Símbolo Extracción de la unidad de la caja Partes sueltas MOntaje Page Configuración Herramienta de Limpieza del Canal Presión de los neumáticos Ajustes Zapatas antideslizantes Ajuste del montaje del canal Prueba de control de la barrena Palanca de cambios Avance Retroceso Llave de encendido Control de obturación Control del regulador Cebador Manija del arrancador de retro- ceso Botón del arrancador eléctrico Salida del arrancador eléctrico Herramienta de limpieza Antes de encender el motor Aceite Gasolina Encendido del motor Arrancador eléctrico Arrancador de retroceso Detención del motor Procedimiento para engranar la transmisión Procedimiento para engranar las barrenas Mantenimiento de Motor Control del aceite del motor Cambio de aceite del motor Control de la bujía Lubricación Eje de engranaje Ruedas Control direccional del canal Eje de la barrena Placa de raspado y zapatas antideslizantes ajustes Soporte del canal Control de la barrena Reemplazo de la correa La Correa de la barrena La correa de la transmisión Extracción de la rueda de fricción Page LISTA DE MANTENIMIENTO Intervalo Artículo Servicio Tronco de Servicio Preparación del motor Preparación de la máquina quitanieve Problema Causa Remedio Page Declaración de Garantía del Sistema de Control de Emisiones (Derechos y obligaciones del propietario según la garantía contra defectos) COBERTURA DE LA GARANTÍA DEL FABRICANTE: RESPONSABILIDADES DEL PROPIETARIO SEGÚN LA GARANTÍA: DE 1995 Y VERSIONES POSTERIORES: Page la etiqueta de emisiones de su motor motor certificado Servicio experto Servicio ilimitado sin cargo Reemplazo del producto Descuento de 10% Servicio de instalación de Sears Page 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663)