Auger Gearbox Service
5.There are 4 locknuts in the forward part of the housing. These are on studs from the auger. Remove the locknuts. The traction assembly will now lift straight up off the auger assembly (Figure 15).
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Figure 15 |
1. Locknut
6.Now perform steps 1 - 9 under “GEARBOX REMOVAL” on page 1 - 1.
Secondary Method — Traction and Auger Housings Separated: All Other Models
1.Remove the belt cover, loosen the belt guide, and remove the traction belt (Figure 16).
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Figure 16 |
2.Disconnect the chute crank rod at the auger (Figure 17).
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Figure 17 |
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3.Place a block of wood under BOTH the auger and traction assembly to support them when the connecting cap screws are removed. Remove the 6 cap screws, 3 on each side, that connect the auger to the traction assembly and separate the two (Figure 18).
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Figure 18 | ||
4.Now perform steps 1 - 8 under “GEARBOX REMOVAL” on page 1 - 1.
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