Section 5: Maintenance
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
This table describes service guidelines only and does not provide complete service information. For complete service information, contact your local authorized dealer.
Required Maintenance | Before | After | Every 25 | Every 50 | Annually | Comments |
Schedule | Each | Each | Operating Hours | Operating Hours |
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Check engine oil level | ✓ (1) |
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Check all hardware for tightness | ✓ |
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Check Auger Drive Lever Operation | ✓ |
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Check Wheel Drive Lever Operation | ✓ |
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Lubricate handlebar control levers |
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Remove snow, slush and ice |
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from snow thrower |
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Change engine oil |
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Check tire pressure and condition |
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Check auger gear box oil level |
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Check belts for wear |
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Cooling air screen |
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Check, clean, |
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spark plug |
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Apply oil to drive |
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Check belts for wear, damage, |
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and adjustment |
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Adjust brake arm |
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Grease auger |
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Remove rust and |
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(1)Change oil after the first two hours of operation.
(2)Annually or after every 100 operating hours.
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