Maintenance & Adjustments
Maintenance
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow thrower.
Tire Pressure
Refer to the Assembly &
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
NOTE: Deluxe skid shoes (on select models) have two wear edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated 180° to use the other edge.
To remove skid shoes (deluxe shown):
1.Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower.
2.Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Figure
NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity
Figure
To remove shave plate:
1.Remove the carriage bolts and hex nuts which attach it to the auger housing.
2.Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of carriage bolts are to the inside of housing. Tighten securely.
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Lubrication
Gear Shaft
The gear (hex) shaft should be lubricated at least once a season or after every
1.Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel.
2.Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing.
3.Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing the
4.Apply a light coating of engine oil (or
Figure
NOTE: When lubricating the hex shaft, be careful not to get any oil on the aluminum drive plate or the rubber friction wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow thrower’s drive system. Wipe off any excess or spilled oil.
Wheels
At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and coat the axles with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels.
Chute Directional Control (If so Equipped)
Once a season, lubricate the
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