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MAINTENANCE
Refer to parts breakdown section for parts
identification.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
-
Check mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness in order to prevent costly repairs.
-Make sure your snowblower is in safe working
condition.
-Provide adequate blocking before working under
snowblower when in raised position.
ADJUSTMENTS
SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT:
Level Paved Surface: Adjust skid shoes to obtain 3/16"
to 1/4" clearance between cutting edge and surface.
Uneven or Gravel Surface: Adjust skid shoes to obtain
1/2" to 5/8" clearance between cutting edge and
surface.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT:
Auger drive chain: Set chain tension leaving 1/2"
deflection in chain span. Retighten hex bolt securely.
LUBRICATION
Apply oil at all pivot points.
Drive Chains: Lubricate with chain saw chain lubricant
every eight hours of operation.
Chute Rotation System: Oil chute base, rotation worm
every eight hours of operation.
CUTTING EDGE MAINTENANCE
Verify from time to time the wear on the cutting edge
to make sure you do not wear out the base of the
snowblower’s frame. This cutting edge is reversible.
CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE
CHUTE:
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
-Do not attempt to clear plugged chute, auger or
fan of snow while vehicle engine is running.
-Disengage attachment.
-Lower attachment onto ground.
-Set the parking brake.
-Stop engine, remove the ignition key, disconnect
the wire from spark plug(s) and keep away from
spark plug(s) to prevent accidental starting.
-Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
-Do not use hand to unplug chute.
-Use a 36’’ (924 mm.) minimum length stick or
board.
S H E AR B O L T & S H E AR P I N
REPLACEMENT
Shear bolts and shear pins are to be considered a
preventive measure and not an assured protection.
Operator vigilance is required. Thoroughly inspect
the areas where the snowblower is to be used and
remove all foreign objects.
Fan Shear Bolt Replacement:
The fan is protected by a special shear bolt with two
grooves. If you hit a foreign object or ice, the shear bolt
is designed to break in two upon absorbing impact. The
fan will stop turning. This is to avoid damage to the fan
or to the snowblower. Replace only with original parts.
Auger Shear Pin Replacement:
The auger is protected by a special nylon shear pin. If
you hit a foreign object or ice, the shear pin is designed
to break in two upon absorbing impact. The auger will
stop turning. This is to avoid damage to the auger or the
snowblower. Replace only with original parts.
