Customer Responsibilities; Service Records; Maintenance; Maintenance Chart - Murray 624804X31 Manuel D'instructions

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE RECORDS

Fill in dates as you
complete regular
service.
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Check And Tighten All Screws and Nuts
Check Spark Plug
Adjust Drive Belt
Check Fuel
Drain Fuel
Check Auger Clutch Cable Adjustment
(See Cable Adjustment)
Check Traction Clutch Cable Adjustment
(See Cable Adjustment)
Lubricate Disc Drive Plate Zerk
(See Maintenance)
Lubricate All Pivot Points
Lubricate Auger Shaft
(See Shear Bolt Replacement)
Lubricate Drive Chains and Sprockets

MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Illustrations begin on page 3.
Use the following maintenance section to keep
your unit in good operating condition. All the
maintenance information for the engine is in the
engine manufacturer's instructions. Before you
start the engine, read this book.
WARNING: Before you make an in-
spection, adjustment (except
carburettor), or repair, disconnect
the wire from the spark plug.
General Recommendations
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
the warranty, the operator must maintain the
snow thrower as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments must be made periodically to
properly maintain the snow thrower.
After Each Use
G
Check for any loose or damaged parts.
G
Tighten any loose fasteners.
G
Check and maintain the auger.
G
Check controls to make sure they are
functioning properly.
G
If any parts are worn or damaged, replace
immediately.
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MAINTENANCE CHART

First
Before Every Every
2
Each 5
Hours
Use Hours Hours
All adjustments in the Maintenance section of
this manual should be checked at least once
each season.
As Required
The following adjustment should be preformed
more than once each season.
1. Adjust the auger drive belt after the first 2 to
4 hours, again at mid–season, and twice
each season thereafter. See "How To Adjust
The Auger Drive Belt" in the Maintenance
section.
Lubrication
Every 10 Hours (Figure 9)
1. Lubricate the Zerk fittings (1) every ten
hours with a grease gun.
2. Each time a shear bolt is replaced, the auger
shaft must also be greased.
3. Lubricate all pivot points.
Every 25 Hours (Figure 10)
Lubricate the disc drive plate (1) every 25
hours, at the end of the season and before stor-
age.
1. (Figure 2) Move the speed shift lever (6) to
first gear.
2. Remove the gas from the gas tank. Stand
the snow thrower up on the front end of the
auger housing (4).
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Every
10 25 Each Before
Hours Season Storage
3. (Figure 16) Remove the bolts (1) on each
side of the bottom panel (2).
4. Loosen the bolts (3) on each side of the bot-
tom panel (2).
5. Remove the bottom panel (2).
6. (Figure 10) Turn the disc drive plate (1)
clockwise by hand until the Zerk fitting (2) is
visible.
7. To prevent the rubber friction wheel (3) from
contacting the drive disc plate (1), put a
coin (4) (or a shim of equal thickness) be-
tween the rubber friction wheel (3) and the
disc drive plate (1).
8. Lubricate the Zerk fitting (2) with a grease
gun. Use a high temperature EP Moly
grease. Fill the Zerk fitting (2) only until
grease becomes visible below the bearing
assembly (5) located under the Zerk fitting
(2). DO NOT over fill. Clean all excess
grease from the friction disc hub.
CAUTION: Do not allow grease to come
in contract with the disc drive plate (1) or
the friction wheel (3) or damage will re-
sult.
9. Remove coin (4) used in step 7. Make sure
that a gap exists between the friction wheel
(3) and the disc drive plate (1).
10. (Figure 16) Install the bottom panel (2).
11. Tighten the bolts (3) on each side of the bot-
tom panel (2).
12. Install the bolts (1) on each side of the bot-
tom panel (2).
ENGLISH
SERVICE DATES
WARNING: Drain the gasoline out-
doors, away from fire or flame.