Snapper 1724089 Maintenance, Check Auger Gearbox Oil Level, Check the Impeller Gear Box Oil Level

Maintenance

Check Auger Gearbox Oil Level

Perform this check every season.

1.Remove the plug (A, Figure 3) from the side of the auger gear box.

2.Add Simplicity Winter Weight Worm Gear Oil until the oil level is even with the fill plug hole.

3.Reinstall the plug (A).

Check the Impeller Gear Box Oil Level

Perform this check every season. The gear box oil capacity is 12 oz. The gear box can be accessed from the rear of the snowthrower attachment.

1.Remove the oil fill plug (A, Figure 4) from the top of the gear box.

2.Insert a piece of wire into the gear box to check the oil level.

3.Add 85W-90 gear lube oil if required. The box should be approximately half full. Air space is required for oil expansion.

4.Reinstall the plug.

A

Figure 3. Auger Gear Box Oil

A. Fill Plug

A

Figure 4. Impeller Gear Box Oil

A. Fill Plug

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