Maintenance And Adjustments - Briggs & Stratton 130000 Serie Manual Del Operador

1. Pull the auger control (A, Figure 9 ) against the handle.
2. Release the auger control to disengage the auger. The
auger must stop within 5 seconds after the auger control
is released. If it does not, adjust the cable. See Adjust the
Auger Control Cable. If the auger still does not stop within
5 seconds, see an authorized service dealer.
3. For the self-propelling feature to work, you must tip the
unit.
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NOTICE Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast of a rate.
Clean a Clogged Discharge Chute
DANGER
The discharge chute contains a rotating auger that throws
snow. Fingers can quickly become caught in the auger that
can result in traumatic amputation or severe laceration.
DO NOT clean a clogged discharge chute with your hands.
Always use a clean-out tool.
1. Stop the engine and remove the key or the Push/Pull
key.
2. Make sure that the auger does not rotate.
3. Use a clean-out tool to remove snow from the discharge
chute. DO NOT clean a clogged discharge chute with
your hands!

Maintenance and Adjustments

We recommend contacting an authorized service dealer
for all maintenance, adjustments, and servicing of the unit.
Some routine maintenance tasks can be performed by the
owner. Refer to the maintenance schedule and procedures
that follow.
CAUTION
All the components used to build this product must remain
in place for correct operation. Replacement parts must be
of the same design and installed in the same position as the
original parts. Other parts may not perform as well, damage
the unit, and result in injury.
WARNING
This snowthrower must be correctly maintained to ensure
safe operation and performance. Failure to obey the safety
instructions in this manual could result in death or serious
injury.
• Before maintenance or repairs on the snowthrower,
STOP the engine and remove the ignition key or the
push/pull key.
Maintenance Schedule
First 5 Hours
Change oil
Before Each Use
• Check engine oil level
• Check auger stop time
After Each Use
Remove accumulated snow and slush to prevent freezing of the controls,
wheels, discharge chute, and auger
Every 25 Hours or Annually
• Check scraper bar and rubber auger for wear
• Change engine oil
• Check snowthrower for loose hardware
• Check auger control cable adjustment
• Check muffler and muffler guard
• Replace spark plug (dealer service)
• Check valve clearance* (dealer service)
* Not required unless problems are noted with engine performance.
Emissions Control
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control
devices and systems must be serviced by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individual. However, to obtain
"no charge" emissions control service, the work must be
serviced by a factory authorized dealer.
Change the Engine Oil
Use Briggs & Stratton Synthetic 5W-30 Warranty Certified oil
for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are
acceptable if classified for service SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do
not use additives.
1. With the engine stopped but still warm, turn the ignition
key to the OFF position, and remove it or pull out the
Push/Pull key (if equipped).
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable, which could
cause burns or fire resulting in death or serious injury.
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