Owner’s Manual for Snow Blower 17
Maintenance
Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance
Regular maintenance will improve performance and
extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems,
Inc. recommends that all maintenance work be per-
formed by an Independent Authorized Service Dealer
(
IASD). Regular maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emissions control devices and systems may be per-
formed by any repair shop or person of the owner’s
choosing.
To obtain emissions control warranty service
free of charge, the work must be performed by an IASD.
See the emissions warranty.
Maintenance Schedule
(000108)
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
WARNING
Risk of injury. Do not operate or service this machine
if not fully alert. Fatigue can impair the ability to
service this equipment and could result in death or
serious injury.
(000215)
(000688)
Personal injury. Before performing any maintenance procedure
or inspection, stop the engine, and allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect spark plug wire and keep spark plug wire away
from spark plug. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
WARNING
(000419)
CAUTION
Personal injury. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment at all times while operating and servicing
unit. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
Table 4-1. Regular Maintenance Checklist
Procedure
Before
Each Use
Every 5
Hours
Every 25
Hours
Every 100
Ho
urs
Check engine oil level (add as needed)
Inspect general equipment condition
Inspect auger and impeller for wear or damage
Inspect auger shear bolts (replace as needed)
Clean engine exterior and cooling fins
Inspect belt tension and condition (replace as needed)
Lubricate chute gear flange
Lubricate traction drive chain
Clean air filter
Lubricate cables
Change engine oil 1st time 5 hours
Replace spark plug
Replace air filter
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