SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
engine Ma inTenanCe
War ning
Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Remove the ignition key to prevent unintended firing of the engine.
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Maintain oil level
at FULL
1.
Be sure engine is upright and level
2
3
.
.
Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.
Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube. Note oil level.
If oil reading on dipstick is below “ADD” mark, slowly add oil to
reach “FULL” level. See Figure 13.
4
.
5.
.
Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely.
Wipe away any spilled oil.
6
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To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
Figure 13
•
•
Check oil level before each use and every eight operating hours.
Change oil after first 5 to 8 operating hours and every 50 operat-
ing hours or once a season thereafter.
1
.
Place engine level and remove safety key.
2
.
With engine OFF but still warm, remove oil drain plug and drain oil
into an appropriate receptacle. See Figure 13.
CaUTio n
Oil FIll
Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly.
Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authori-
ties or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities.
3
.
Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely.
Refill the engine with recommended oil. See Recommended Oil
Usage chart. The engine’s oil capacity is 20 ounces.
Recommended Oil Usage
4
.
Oil Drain
5W-30, 10W-30
Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30
Figure 14
-20 F
O
0
O
F
20
O
F
32 F
O
40 F
O
60 F
O
80 F
O
100 F
O
-30
O
C
-20 C
O
-10
O
C
0
O
C
10
O
C
20
O
C
30
O
C
40 C
O
5.
Wipe away any spilled oil.
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| Categories | Craftsman Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Craftsman 24788845 |
| Model Number | 247.88845 |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, Español |
| Product Name | Craftsman 45-Inch |
| Product Brand | Craftsman. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone: Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Snow Blower |
| Product Type | Snowthrower |
| Swath | 45 inch |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 5W30, 4-Cycle Engine Oil (Quart) Recommended for Temperature: - Above 32°F: SAE 30W Straight Grade; - 0°F to 32°F: SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30 Multi Grade; - Below O°F: SAE 0W-30 Synthetic |
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| Publisher | craftsman.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Craftsman (tools) |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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