Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger. Stop engine. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug.

3.1INTRODUCTION

To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular snow thrower, always mention model and serial number.

3.2SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS

3.2.1CHECK AUGER DRIVE BELT

1.Visually check engine drive belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. Replace belt before operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.1

3.2.2CHECK WHEEL DRIVE BELT

1.Visually check wheel drive belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. Replace belt before operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.1.

CHECK

WHEEL DRIVE

BELT

CHECK AUGER

DRIVE BELT

FIGURE 3.1

3.3GENERAL LUBRICATION

Lubricate machine as instructed before and after operation each season.

3.3.1.GEAR CASE, AUGER SHAFT and AUGER

BEARING LUBRICATION

1.Before each season of operation, apply two shots of grease (Snapper suggests using Benalene 900) from a grease gun into gear case. The grease fitting for the gear case is located in front of the gear case. See Figure 3.2.

2.Before each season of operation, apply two shots of grease (Snapper suggest using Benalene

900)from a grease gun into auger bearing. The grease fitting for the auger bearing is located on each end of the auger. See Figure 3.2.

3.Before each season of operation, apply two shots of grease (Snapper suggest using Benalene 900) from a grease gun into the auger shaft. The grease fitting for the auger shaft is located in the middle of each auger. Remove shear bolts and rotate auger to distribute grease evenly around shaft. Reinstall shear bolts and nuts. Tighten to 5 to 10 ft. lb. of torque. See Figure 3.2.

GEAR CASE

AUGER

SHAFT

GREASE FITTING

GREASE

FITTING

/

AUGER BEARING

GREASE FITTING

FIGURE 3.2

3.3.2.GENERAL LUBRICATION

After each season of operation, spread a small amount of grease on: The axle shafts for easy wheel removal. The discharge chute and mounting flange retainers for smooth rotation.

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Snapper 155223 important safety instructions Maintenance

155223 specifications

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