Simplicity 10528 Snow Blower User Manual


 
RegularMaintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES
Check auger gear case lubrication.**
Lubricate snowthrower.
Check tire pressure.
Change engine oil.*+
Clean or replace spark plug.+
Check drive linkage/belt tension.
Lubricate Axle Shafts.
Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage.
Lubricate Auger Shaft.***
* Change original oil after two hours of operation.
** Check oil level each fall and spring.
4-See your engine Owner's Manual.
***Lubricate each fall and spring.
Winter Weight
25 Hours Worm Gear Oil
10 Hours 10W Oil and Grease
Monthly 20 psi (1.37 bar)
50 Hours+ See Engine Manual
Yearly See Engine Manual
4-6 Hours N/A
Yearly Lithium Grease
10 Hours 10W Oil
10 Hours Lithium Grease
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
The air pressure in each tire (Figure 8) should be equal
for both tires for best performance. Be sure to keep caps
on valves to prevent entry of debris into the valve stem
when tires are filled.
Size PSI bar
15 x 5.0-6 20 1,38
4.80-8 20 1,38
16 x 6.5-8 14 ,96
AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION
1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface.
2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 9).
3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the
lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add The
Dealer Line Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil (available
from your dealer).
4. Re-install pipe plug, and tighten securely.
Figure 8. Checking Tire Pressure
Figure 9. Auger Lubrication
A. Pipe Plug
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