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Fig.18
Wheels
At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and
coat the axles with a multipurpose automotive grease
before reinstalling wheels.
Chute Directional Control
Once a season, the joystick should be lubricated with
petroleum jelly, Linseed oil, mineral oil, paraffin wax or
3-in1 oil.
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear pins on auger
shaft. Spray lubricant inside shaft, around the spacers.
Also lubricate the flange bearings found at either end of the
shaft. See Figure 19.
Gear Case
The auger gear case has been filled with grease and
sealed at the factory. If disassembled from any reason,
lubricate with two ounces of new grease.
NOTE: Do not over fill the gear case. Damage to the seals
could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order
to relieve pressure.
Maitanance
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow
thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked
periodically and replaced when necessary.
To remove skid shoes:
1.
Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange
nuts which secure them to the snow thrower.
2.
Reassemble new skid shoes with the four
carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. See
Figure 20.
To remove shave plate:
1.
Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which
attach it to the snow thrower housing.
2.
Reassemble new shave plate, making sure
heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of housing. Tighten
securely. See Figure 20.
Fig.19
Fig.20
Auger
Belt Replacement
To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt,
proceed as follows:
1.
Remove the belt cover on the front of the engine
by removing the two self-tapping screws.
NOTE: Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place
of plastic under the gas cap. See Figure 21.
2.
Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward
so that it rests on the auger housing. Remove the frame
cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing
four self-tapping screws which secure it. See Figure 22.
Fig.21
Fig.22
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