11
NOTE:
The housing will flex to allow for
installation of the new paddle.
7. Place the tensioner back into position.
Rotate the paddles to ensure that the belt
and paddles move freely, then reinstall
the cover by securing it with the seven (7)
screws (Figs. 15 & 16).
Fig. 15
Tensioner
Big pulley plate
Fig. 16
WARNING!
Do not power the unit until the
cover guard is securely in place to prevent
damage or injury.
Replacing the Belt
WARNING!
Disconnect the power from the
electric snow shovel before performing these
tasks.
1. Disassemble the left side cover by
removing the seven (7) screws (Fig. 10).
2. Remove the tensioner (Fig. 17).
3. Unscrew the three (3) screws from the big
pulley plate and the four (4) screws from
the small pulley plate (Fig.17).
4. Replace the worn belt with a new belt.
5. Screw the big and small pulley plates back
into position, then reinstall the tensioner.
6. Place the left side cover back into position
and refasten the seven (7) screws.
Fig. 17
Small pulley plate
Big pulley plate
Belt
Tensioner
Replacing the Scraper Blade
WARNING!
Disconnect the power from the
electric snow shovel before performing this task.
1. Position the paddles so that you can gain
access to the three (3) screws that secure
the scraper blade to the base of the unit.
2. Using a long cross-head screwdriver, remove
the three (3) screws and the old scraper
blade (Fig. 18).
3. Install the new scraper blade and fasten it
securely to the snow shovel with the three
(3) screws.
Fig. 18
3 screws
Scraper
blade
Use a long
cross-head
screwdriver
Lubricating the Electric Snow Shovel
This electric snow shovel does NOT need
lubrication. All bearings are lubricated at the
factory for the life of the product.
Storage
1. Examine the electric snow shovel thoroughly
for worn, loose or damaged parts. Should you
need to repair or replace a part.
2. Examine the extension cord thoroughly for
signs of excess wear or damage. If it is worn
or damaged, replace it immediately.
3. Disconnect the extension cord from the
electric snow shovel before storing.
4. Store the cord with the electric snow shovel
indoors in a clean, dry and locked location out
of the reach of children and animals.
NOTE:
Devices for storing extension cords
are commercially available, should you wish to
purchase one.