Use and Care Manual

MAINTENANCE
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WARNING! Make sure the engine is OFF, the key is removed, all moving parts have stopped, and the snow
blower has cooled down before performing any maintenance. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
NOTE: Failure to
properly maintain
the snow blower
will void the
warranty.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Proper routine maintenance of the now blower will help prolong the life of the machine. Please perform mainte-
nance checks and operations according to the maintenance schedule below, Table 1. If there are any questions
about the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please contact customer service at 1-800-232-1195 (M-F
8-5 CST), or email [e-mail].
IMPORTANT SNOW BLOWER MAINTENANCE TIPS:
• Drain your carburetor after each use and before storage to prevent it from clogging.
• Do not store the snow blower with fuel inside the tank for more than 2 months -
the fuel will go bad.
• Run the snow blower for 20 to 30 minutes every month to maximize its lifespan.
Recommended
Maintenance Schedule
(Snow Blower)
Every 8
Hours or
Daily
Every 25
Hours
Every 3
Months or 50
Hours
Every 6
Months or
100 Hours
Before Stor-
age
As
Necessary
Tires
Inspect X
Check/Adjust
Pressure
X X X
Impeller &
Auger
Inspect X
Clear X
Shear Pins Replace X
Scraper Bar Replace X
Skid Plates Replace X
Drive & Auger
Cables
Inspect X
Adjust Tension X
Body Clear Snow/Ice X X
Drive Belts
Inspect X
Replace X
Auger Gears Lubricate X
Friction Disc Replace X
Recommended
Maintenance Schedule
(Engine)
Every 8
Hours or
Daily
Every 25
Hours
Every 3
Months or 50
Hours
Every 6
Months or
100 Hours
Before Stor-
age
As
Necessary
Engine Oil
Check Level X
Replace X* X
Spark Plug
Check/Clean/
Regap
X
Carburetor Drain X X
Fuel
Check Level X
Drain X X
Table 1 - Recommended Maintenance Schedule* Clean/change more often under harsh conditions or operating under heavy load.