Simplicity 85268E Snow Blower User Manual


 
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Regular Maintenance
AUGER GEAR CASE LUBRICATION
1. Place the snowthrower on a level surface.
2. Remove the pipe plug (A, Figure 8).
3. Check the lubricant level. It should be level with the
lower edge of the plug opening. If not, add Benalene
grease.
4. Re-install pipe plug, and tighten securely.
Figure 8. Auger Lubrication
A. Pipe Plug
Figure 7. Checking Tire Pressure
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
The air pressure in each tire (Figure 7) 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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check / Lubricate Free-Hand Linkage.
Lubricate snowthrower.
Check tire pressure.
Change engine oil.*
+
Clean or replace spark plug.
+
Check drive linkage/belt tension.
Lubricate Axle Shafts.
Check auger gear case lubrication.**
Lubricate Auger Shaft.***
10 Hours
10 Hours
Monthly
50 Hours
;
Yearly
4-6 Hours
Yearly
25 Hours
10 Hours
10W Oil
10W Oil and Grease
20 psi (1.38 bar)
See Engine Manual
See Engine Manual
See page 24
Lithium Grease
Benalene Grease
Lithium Grease
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY NOTES
* Change original oil after two hours of operation.
** Check oil level each fall and spring.
+ See your engine Owner’s Manual.
***Lubricate each fall and spring.
Pipe Plug
Size PSI bar
15 x 5.0-6 20 1,38
16 x 4.8-8 14 ,96