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Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which
interlock the traction drive and auger drive controls
must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25
hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath
the handle panel. Use a multi-purpose automotive
grease.
Gear Case
The gear case is equipped with a grease fitting on the
left housing and should be lubricated with Shell Alvania
grease EPR00, part number 737-0168 every 25 hours.
See Figure 12.
Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to the seals
could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in
order to relieve pressure.
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on the
auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft. Also
lubricate the plastic auger bearings at least once a
season and grease the fittings on the end of the auger
shaft with a standard grease gun. See Figure 12.
Figure 12
SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or
inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect
spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit for all engine maintenance procedures.
Augers
•
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a hard
foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is
designed so that the bolts may shear.
Refer to Figure 12.
•
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts
have sheared. Replacement shear bolts and hex
lock nuts have been provided with the snow
thrower. When replacing bolts, spray an oil
lubricant into shaft before inserting new bolts.
IMPORTANT:
NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with
standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox
or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be
covered by your snow thrower’s warranty.
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 the skid shoes, proceed as follows:
•
Remove the six carriage bolts, bell washers, and
hex nuts which attach them to the snow thrower.
•
Reassemble new skid shoes with the six carriage
bolts, bell washers (cupped side goes against skid
shoes) and hex nuts. Make certain the skid shoes
are adjusted to be level.
To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, bell
washers, and hex nuts which attach it to the snow
thrower housing. Reassemble new shave plate, making
sure heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of the
housing. Tighten securely.
Belt Removal And Replacement
Auger Belts
•
Remove the plastic belt cover at the front of the
engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
See Figure 13.
Figure 13
Grease Fitting
Vent Plug
Shear Bolts
Plastic
Bearing
Plastic
Bearing
Self-Tapping
Screw
Belt Cover
