SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
Lubrication
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine before performing any maintenance procedures.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication instructions.
IMPORTANT: When following instructions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must be lubricated at least once a season or every
Auger Shaft
•At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on the auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside and on the plastic bearings on the shaft. See Figure 14.
Shear Bolts |
Plastic Bearings |
Figure 14
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
Refer to Figure 10.
Wheels
•Oil or spray lubricant into plastic wheel bearings inside the wheel hubs at least once a season. Remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multi- purpose automotive grease. See Figure 13.
Click Pin |
Axle |
Oil or use Spray Lubricant |
Figure 13
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
Refer to Figure 10.
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 10.
Chute Directional Control
The spiral on the end of the chute directional control and the base of the discharge chute itself should be lubed with
Lube Spiral |
and Chute Base |
Figure 15
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