SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
General Recommendations
•Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
•The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
•Some adjustments will have to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly.
•All adjustments in the service and adjustments sections of this manual should be checked at least once each season.
•Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
•Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to make sure these are tight.
Check V-Belts
Follow the instructions below to 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 SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER.
Lubrication
Auger Shaft
•At least once a season, remove the shear bolts from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the shaft. See Figure 14.
•Grease fittings can be found at either end of the auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a season. See Figure 14.
Gear Case
The auger gear case is equipped with a grease fitting. Lubricate with Shell Alvania
IMPORTANT: To relieve pressure, remove the vent plug before lubricating the gear case. See Figure 14. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the gear case seals.
Vent Plug |
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| Grease Fitting | |
Grease | Shear Bolt | Bearings | Shear Bolt | Grease |
Fitting |
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| Fitting |
Figure 14
Chute Assembly
The base of the chute assembly and the spiral on the chute directional control should be lubricated at least every 25 hours of use. Apply the lubricant under the base of the chute assembly and where the spiral contacts the chute assembly. See Figure 15.
Chute Directional |
Control Spiral |
Lube Under Chute |
Assembly Base |
Figure 15
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 the shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 11.
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
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