SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Lubrication
Chute Directional Control
•The worm gear on the chute directional control should be greased with multipurpose automotive grease.
Wheels
•Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at least once a season. Pull the klick pins and remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multipurpose automotive grease. See Figure 12.
Klick Pin
lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.
Gear Case
•The worm gear case has been filled with grease at the factory. If disassembled for repairs, lubricate with 2 ounces of shell grease, part no.
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.
Engine
•Refer to the engine manual for maintenance procedures and instructions.
WARNING: When following instructions in the engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.
Follow the precautions listed under “Stopping Engine“ to prevent possible
Axle
Figure 12
Gear Shaft
•Lubricate the gear shaft with a good
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off friction wheel and drive plate.
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
•Remove rear cover. Oil any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray
Auger Shaft
•At least once a season, remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft. Also lubricate the auger bearings at least once a season. See Figure 13.
Shear Bolts
BearingsBearings
Figure 13
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