Parton 1696570-00, Operator'S Manual

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•   Cover the bare metal parts of the snowthrower housing 

auger, and the impeller with rust preventative.

•   If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give 

protection from dust and dirt.

•   If the machine must be stored outdoors, cover with a 

heavy tarpaulin.

To Return to Service:

• Fill the fuel tank with a fresh fuel.
• Make sure all fasteners are tight.
• Make sure all guards, shields, and covers are in place.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Before Each Use

•   Check engine oil level
•   Perform Safety System Test

Every 8 Hours or Daily

•   Check engine oil level

Every 25 Hours or Annually

•   Lubricate control lever linkages
•   Lubricate the auger assembly
•   Lubricate the discharge chute rotation gear and 

deflector

•   Lubricate the hex shaft with 5w-30 synthetic motor oil, 

and chains with grease

•   Lubricate the disc drive system (if equipped)

Every 50 Hours or Annually

•   Check muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)
•   Check tire pressure

For engine maintenance schedules and procedures, please 

refer to the engine operator’s manual.

Engine Maintenance

Lubricate the unit at the locations show in Figure 12. Where 

an oil can is pictured, lubricate with engine oil. Where a 

grease gun is pictured, lubricate with lithium grease.

Control Lever Linkage Lubrication

  WARNING
Amputation hazard

It is critical for safe operation of the unit that the controls 

disengage when released. Under no circumstances should 

the unit be used if the controls do not function properly. 

See 

Safety Systems Tests

 to confirm correct operation.

The auger gear box is lubricated at the factory and should 

not require additional lubrication. However, if lubricant has 

leaked out or the auger gear box has been serviced, addi-

tional lubricant may be required.
To check the auger gear box grease level, remove the filler 

plug (A, Figure 13). Using a piece of wire as a dipstick, check 

to confirm the presence of grease in the gearbox. If grease is 

visible, do not add. If grease is not visible, add the required 

lubricant. Use the color of the remaining grease to determine 

what type of lubricant to add. If the grease is white in color, 

add Lubriplate GR132 Grease or equivalent. If the grease 

is brown in color, add EP1 lithium grease or equivalent. 

Gearbox lubricant capacity is 3-1/4 ounces (92 grams).

NOTE: Some auger gear boxes do not have a filler plug. 

Please see your dealer for maintenance.

Lubricate Auger Gear Box

Auger Assembly Lubrication

Using a grease gun, lubricate the auger shaft fittings (B, 

Figure 13). Refer to the Maintenance Schedule. Each time a 

shear bolt or pin (C) is replaced, the auger shaft MUST be 

greased.
For storage or when replacing shear bolts or pins, remove 

the shear bolts or pins (C), lubricate the shaft fittings (B), 

and rotate the augers several times to distribute the grease. 

Reinstall the shear bolts or pins when complete.

NOTE: Some models are not equipped with grease fittings 

and are exempt from these requirements.

Lubricate Auger Shaft Fittings

Lubricate the chute rotation gear (Figure 14) with grease, and 

the deflector mechanism with automotive type oil. Refer to 

the Maintenance Schedule.
Where an oil can is pictured, lubricate with engine oil. Where 

a grease gun is pictured, lubricate with lithium grease.

Discharge Chute and Deflector 

Lubrication

The hex shaft and drive chains must be lubricated at the 

interval specified in the 

Maintenance Schedule

. Please have 

your authorized dealer perform this maintenance.

Hex Shaft and Chain Lubrication (if 

equipped)

The gear drive system requires no maintenance or adjust-

ment. Should you have a problem with the gear drive system, 

contact your authorized service dealer.

Gear Drive System (if equipped)