MTD Cub Cadet 221 HP, Manual

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221 HP/LHP
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Auger bearings
To remove/replace the auger bearings:
1. Remove the screw and washer (indicated by the
arrow in Figure 3.17.) that attach the right auger
bearing to the auger shaft.
2. Remove the two screws (indicated by the arrows in
Figure 3.17.) that secure the bearing retainer to the
side panel using a 3/8” wrench.
3. Gently pry the bearing out of the auger housing.
See Figure 3.18.
NOTE: There is a metal ring on the bearing that pre-
vents the bearing from sliding through the
opening of the side panel. It is part of the
bearing, do not try to remove it.
4. Remove the belt by following the procedures
described in the Belt section of this chapter.
5. Remove the auger pulley hub. See Figure 3.19.
6. Remove the two screws (indicated by the arrow in
Figure 3.19.) that secure the bearing retainer to the
side panel using a 3/8” wrench.
Figure 3.17
Figure 3.18
Bearing
Figure 3.19
Hub