Craftsman 536.8884 Lubrication, Engine, Oil Recommendation, To Adjust Skid Height, Spark Plug

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Check the crankcase oil level (see figure be- low) before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil as needed. "13ghten

fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

OIL RECOMMENDATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG. Select

the oil'sviscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature:

NOTE: For extreme cold operating condi- tions of 0 ° and below, use a partial synthetic 0W30 motor oil for easier starting.

z_CAUTION: Always disconnect the spark plug wire and tie back away from the plug before making any adjustments or repairs.

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT

This snow thrower is equipped with two height adjustment skids, located on the out- side of the auger housing (see figure be- low). These skids elevate the front of the snow thrower.

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Height Adjust Sldds

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil every 25 hours and at the beginning of each season.

•Position the snow thrower so that the oil drain plug is at the lowest point on the en- gine. Remove the oil drain plug and the oil fill cap/dipstick. Drain the oil into a suit- able container. Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Replace the oil drain plug and tighten se- curely.

SPARK PLUG

•Make sure that the spark plug is tightened securely into the engine and the spark plug wire is attached to the spark plug.

•If a torque wrench is available, torque plug to 18 to 23 foot pounds.

•Clean the area around the spark plug base before removal to prevent dirt from entering the engine.

•Clean the spark plug and reset the gap periodically at .030 inch.

For normal hard sudacas, ad!ust the skids as follows:

•Make sure the weight transfer system is released by holding upper handle firmly and pushing down weight transfer pedal with the ball of your foot.

•Loosen the skid mounting nuts (see figure on this page) and adjust the skids up to bring the front of the snow thrower down. Re-tighten the mounting nuts.

•Set the skid on the other side at the same height.

For rocky or uneven surfaces, adjust the skids as follows:

•Raise the front of the snow thrower by moving the skids down. This will help pre- vent rocks and other debris from being

picked up and thrown by the auger. NOTE: If the skids are at the maximum

height, the weight transfer system will not work.

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