rubber from between the friction wheel plate.
•Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force. It is important to assemble the rubber on the friction wheel symmetrically for proper functioning.
•Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in position. See Figure 22.
•Slide the hex shaft through the left side of the housing and through the friction wheel assembly.
•Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the spacer. See Figure 23. Make certain that the chain engages both the large and the small sprocket.
Sprocket |
Spacer |
Hex |
Shaft |
Hex Hub |
of Sprocket |
Figure 23
NOTE: If the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while removing the hex shaft, place the sprocket on the hex shaft. Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the friction wheel when sliding the sprocket on to the hex shaft. See Figure 23.
•Align the hex shaft with the right hand bearing and carefully guide the left hand bearing into the left side of the housing.
•Reassemble the drive cover with the four screws that were earlier removed.
NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be certain to remove it.
Engine
Refer to separate engine manual for all engine maintenance procedures.
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
•If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine for storage as instructed in the separate engine manual included with your unit.
•Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.
•Follow lubrication recommendations on page 13. Store in a clean, dry area.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.
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