Craftsman 580.76804 manual Engine Maintenance, Changing Oil, Checking Oil Level

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be

performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.

Checking Oil Level

Oil level should be checkedpriorto each use or at least every 8 hoursof operation.Keep oil level maintained.

Changing Oil

Change engine oil after the first 5 hours and every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your cleaning system under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change oil more often.

Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze dry in e clean cloth and allow to dry thoroughly. DO NOT oil pre--cleaner.

•Gently tap cadddge on a flat service to clean. DO NOT oil cartridge.

Change oil while engine is still warm from running, as

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Clean inside of filter case.

follows:

•Place a suitable container for draining oil beneath the engine.

•Clean area around oil drain plug, remove plug and drain oil completely. When crankcase is empty,

•Place pre-cleaner over certddge pleats (pre-cleaner lip will be at bottom of pleats).

•Install pre-cleaner and cadridge assembly in cover.

•Insert tabs on cover into slots in bottom of base. Tilt cover up and tighten cover securely.

-._ I;binstall oil drain plug.

•Clean area around oil fill plug and remove the oil fill plug. Fill engine crankcase with recommended oil until oil level is up to, but not past, the point of overflowing. POUR SLOWLY.

•When engine crankcase is filled to proper level, install and tighten oil fill plug.

Clean / Replace Spark Plug

•Clean or replacethe spark plugyeady orevery 100 hoursof operation.

CAUTION! Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and keep wire away from spark plug.

•Clean area around spark plug.

•Remove and inspect spark plug.

•Replace spark plug if the electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. For replacement use P/N 491055.

•Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at .030 In6hes, if necessary.

Service Dual Element Air Cleaner

Your engine will not run propedy and may be damaged if you run it with a dirty dual element air cleaner.

Replace the pre-cleaner and/or cartridge if very dirty or damaged. Replacements are available at

your local Sears Authodzed Service Center.

To service the air cleaner, follow these steps:

•Loosen screw and tilt cover down. Remove the pre-cleaner and cadddge assembly.

•Install spark plug, tighten securely.

Carburetor

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest Sears Service Center. Engine performance

may be affected at altitudes above 4000 feet. For operation at higher elevations, contact your nearest Sears Service Center.

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