Craftsman 247.88845 Snow Blower User Manual


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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
12.Slidethespacerontotheendofthehexshaft.
13.Alignthebearingontherightendofthehexshaftwiththehole
intherightsideoftheframe,thenpushthehexshafttotheleft
into position in the frame.
14.Slidethebearingontotheleftendofthehexshaftandpressinto
the hole on the left side the frame.
15.Placethebellevillewasher(roundedsidetowardhead)ontothe
hexscrewremovedearlier,andinsertthescrewintothethreaded
holeofthehexshaft.
16.Graduallytightenthehexscrewtofullyseatthebearingsineach
sideoftheframeandtosecurethehexshaft.
17. Position the frame cover on the bottom of the frame and secure
with the self-tapping screws. Pivot the snow thrower down to it
normal operating position.
Figure 34
Interval Item Service Service Log
Each Use Engine oil level1.
Loose or missing hardware2.
Unit and engine.3.
Check1.
Tighten or replace2.
Clean3.
1st 5 - 8 hours Engine oil1. Change1.
25 hours Engine oil†1.
Control linkages and pivots2.
Change1.
Lube with light oil2.
50 hours Engine oil1. Change1.
Annually or 100 hours Spark plug1. Clean, replace, re-gap1.
Before Storage Fuel system1. Run engine until it stops from lack of 1.
fuel or add a gasoline additive to the
gas in the tank.
† Under heavy load or in high temperatures
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.
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®.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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