Regular Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance Required
Service Interval
Notes
Check auger gear case oil level*
25 Hours
Use Simplicity Winter Weight
Worm Gear Oil
Lubricate snowthrower
Check tire pressure
10 Hours
Monthly
Use 10W Oil and Automotive
Lithium Grease
Inflate to 20 psi (1.37 bar)
Check/Change engine oil**
Replace spark plug**
Check oil before each
use **
None
None
None
Yearly**
Check drive linkage & belt tension
4-6 Hours
*
If lubricant leaks out, have the unit inspected by your authorized dealer.
See your engine owner’s manual for engine-related information.
**
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
The air pressure in each tire (Figure 8) should be 20 psi
(136
kPa) and should be equal for both tires for best per-
formance. Be sure to keep caps on valves to prevent
entry of debris into the valve stem when tires are filled.
Figure 8. Checking Tire Pressure
AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION
1.
2.
3.
Place the snowthrower on a level surface.
Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9).
Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the
lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add Simplicity
Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil (available from your
dealer).
4.
Re-install pipe plug, and tighten securely.
A
Figure 9. Auger Lubrication
A. Pipe Plug
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