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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 chassis. This cutting edge is
reversible. All you have to do is unscrew the bolts
and turn the cutting edge, reinstall and tighten the
bolts securely.
S H E A R B O L T & S H E A R P I N
REPLACEMENT
*The shear bolt and shear pin 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 part (for identification, see parts list:
"Snowblower"). The use of any other bolt may void the
warranty. Accessible by removing the belt guard.
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 (for identification, see parts list: "Snowblower").
The use of any other pin may void the warranty.
Accessible by removing the belt guard.
END OF SEASON STORAGE
a) Clean snowblower and subframe thoroughly and
repaint all parts from which paint has worn.
b) List the replacement parts that will be needed for
the next season.
c) Store the snowblower and the subframe in a dry
place.
d) Follow the instructions in Lubrication section.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
a) Check mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness in order to prevent costly repairs.
Make sure your attachment is in safe working
condition.
b) Provide adequate blocking before working under
attachment 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: Loosen the 3/8" x 2 1/2" hex bolt (see
Parts Breakdown, Snowblower) on snowblower’s right
side, and 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 four hours of operation and at the end of each
operation.
Chute Rotation System: Oil chute base, rotation worm
every eight hours of operation.
BEFORE DOING ANY MANTENCE OR
DISMOUNTING AN ACCESSORY, REFER TO THE
SAFTEY PRECAUTIONS.
CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE
CHUTE:
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the
discharge chute is the most common cause of injury
associated with snowblowers. Never use your hand to
clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
1. Lower snowblower to the ground and set parking
brake.
2. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF & REMOVE KEY!
3. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the
all moving parts
such as the impeller blades have stopped moving.
4. Disconnect wire from the spark plug(s) and keep
wire away to prevent accidental starting.
5. Always use a clean-out tool of at least 36” in
length, NOT YOUR HANDS.
