18
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Remove the four hex tapp screws securing the
friction wheel to the bearing/extrusion plate
assembly. See Figure 25.
•
With its recessed face toward the extrusion plate,
position the new friction wheel so that its four screw
holes align with the extrusion plate holes; then push
the friction wheel onto the hub of the bearing/
extrusion plate assembly. See Figure 25.
•
Secure the friction wheel with the four hex tap
screws. Torque the screws to 6-9 ft-lbs.
Figure 25
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Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the
friction wheel assembly. Hold the assembly in
position and slide the hex shaft through the right
side of the assembly hub. Refer to Figure 24.
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Slide the hex hub of the sprocket onto the left end
of the hex shaft. Slide the spacer onto the shaft.
See Figure 26.
.
Figure 26
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After making certain the chain is properly
positioned around the sprocket, push the hex shaft
fully through the frame and into the bearing in the
left side of the frame housing.
•
Secure the hex shaft with the belleville washer and
hex bolt removed earlier.
•
Install the frame cover and secure with the six self-
tapping screws. Do not overtighten the tapping
screws.
•
Lower the snow thrower to its normal operating
position.
NOTE:
If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
WARNING:
Never store engine with fuel in
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas,
where fuel fumes may reach an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
•
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine
for storage as instructed in the engine manual.
•
Remove all debris from the exterior of equipment.
•
Follow lubrication recommendations on page 13.
•
Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
Friction Wheel
Bearing/Extrusion
Plate Assembly
Hex Tapp
Screws
Sprocket
Hex Hub
of Sprocket
Spacer
Hex
Shaft
