Service &Maintenance - Craftsman 247.88970 Manual Del Operador

Warning
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all
controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to
a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during
operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
interval
Each Use and every 5 1.
hours
2.
3.
1st 5 hours 1.
Annually or 25 hours 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Annually or 50 hours 1.
Annually or 100 hours 1.
Before Storage 1.
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
3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If the level is low, slowly add oil
until oil level registers between high (H) and low (L), Figure 12.
4. Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting engine.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
maintenanCe sCHedULe
item
Engine oil level
Loose or missing hardware
Unit and engine.
Engine oil
Spark plug
Control linkages and pivots
Wheels
Gear shaft and Auger shaft
4-Way Chute Control™
Engine oil
Spark plug
Fuel system
screw it in.
not
Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes
service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of
completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears Service
Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at
1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
service
1. Check
2. Tighten or replace
3. Clean
1. Change
1. Check
2. Lube with light oil
3. Lube with multipurpose auto grease
4. Lube with light oil
5. Check for cable slackness
1. Change
1. Change
1. Run engine until it stops from lack
of fuel
Fill
between
high
and low
marks
16
service Log
Figure 12