Chute Crank
Spirals
Lube under chute base
Figure 15
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 25 hours of operation using a
Friction Wheel Rubber
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.
•Remove the six
•Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the friction wheel drive hub.
•Also engage the traction control and check if the friction wheel is making contact with friction plate. Refer to Figure 10. If it does not make contact, adjust the traction drive cable and recheck the friction wheel.
•Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary. Refer to instructions on page 16.
Drive Belts
Check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.
•Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the three
•Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts.
•Replace belts as necessary as outlined in Service Section on page 15.
Control Rods
Handle Panel
Lube Cams Here
Carburetor
WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and mufflers.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature, altitude and load. Refer to the engine manual for instructions.
Figure 16
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