MAINTENANCE
Shear Bolt Replacement (Figure 11)
If you strike a foreign object (wood, stone, etc.) there is a safety shear bolt on the driving system. This shear bolt will break, eliminating any driving force to the auger.
!WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
1.To replace the shear bolt, stop the DR®
2.Remove the bolts (item 1), and remove the belt cover (item 2).
3.Make sure that there is no debris remaining in the shaft hole.
4.Align the pulley hole with the shaft hole (item 3) and install the new shear bolt and nut (item 4). Tighten securely.
5.Reinstall cover and bolts.
Lubrication
!WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
Lubricate the drive chain with chain saw chain lubricant every 2 hours of operation and also after each use.
Storage
Before storing the DR® SNOW THROWER, certain precautions should be taken to protect it from deterioration.
!WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire before servicing your machine.
1.Clean the DR® SNOW THROWER thoroughly.
2.Make all the necessary repairs.
3.Repaint all parts from which paint has worn or peeled.
4.Lubricate the DR® SNOW THROWER as instructed under Lubrication.
5.When the DR® SNOW THROWER is dry, lubricate all moving parts. Apply Fluid Film® or comparable lubricant liberally to all surfaces to protect against rust.
6.Store in a dry place.
Figure 11
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