Yard Machines 12527SB User Manual

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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION CHART
GENERAL REC OM MEN DA TIONS
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items 
that have been sub ject ed to operator abuse or negligence.  
To receive full value from the warranty, operator must 
maintain snow thrower as in struct ed in this manual.  Some 
ad just ments will need to be made periodically to properly 
maintain your snow thrower.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make 
any of the adjustments described in the Service and Ad-
 just ments section of this manual.
• 
At least once a year, you should replace the spark plug 
and check belts for wear.  A new spark plug will help 
your engine run better and last longer.
•  Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
NOTE: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) 
parts to service this unit.  Failure to do so can cause the unit 
to malfunction and pose a risk of injury to the operator.
BEFORE EACH USE
1.  Check engine oil level.
2.  Check for loose fasteners.
3.  Check controls to be sure they are functioning properly.
LUBRICATION
Keep your snow thrower well lubricated
(See “LU BRI CA TION CHART”).
SNOW THROWER
Always observe the safety rules when performing any 
main te nance.
TIRES
• 
Maintain proper air pressure in both tires (14–17 P.S.I.)
•  Keep tires free of gasoline and oil, which can harm 
rubber.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due 
to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your 
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot 
and cor ro sion.
 
SAE 30 Motor Oil
 
See “ENGINE” in
Maintenance section
 
General
     Purpose
     Grease
➁ 
Engine 
oil
➀ 
Pivot points
➂ 
Auger
grease fittings