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4.
Left Side - Loosen the hex nuts attaching the auger housing to the main frame.
5.
Right Side - Remove the hex nuts, lock washers and flat washers attaching the auger housing to the
main frame.
6.
Remove the belt from the drive pulley while pulling the right side of the auger housing away from the
main frame just enough to access the belt and auger pulley.
7.
Push the auger tension pulley arm to move the auger brake, away from the belt to allow removal of
the belt.
8.
Remove the auger belt.
AUGER BELT INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Entanglement Hazard – Before performing any service procedures, make sure the engine is
off and remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the engine cannot accidently start.
1.
Inspect the new belt to ensure it is the correct size and type.
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2.
Push the auger tension pulley arm to move the auger brake to allow access for installation of the belt
into the auger pulley.
3.
Route the belt to the inside of the tension pulley, auger brake and install the auger belt onto the drive
pulley while pulling the auger housing into position with the main frame.
4.
Install and/or tighten the hex nuts attaching the auger housing to the main frame. Tighten all fasteners
securely, do not over tighten.
5.
With the belt installed on both pulleys and tension pulley in position, move the belt guide pin to
within 3/16 to 3/8 in. from the belt seated in the pulley and tighten the pin in position.
Note:
The belt guide pin helps keep the belt in the pulley when the belt is disengaged. The pin should not
be tight to the belt. The pin should be loose enough to allow the belt to spin freely but not allow the belt to
jump off the pulley.
6.
Connect the upper cable to the auger control handle.
7.
Install belt cover using 2 hex head screws.
Auger Brake
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 2
Auger Brake
Step 3
Step 5
Pulley
