Troy-Bilt 1400 warranty Service, Replacing Skid Plate, Replacing Auger Belt, Side View

Service

WARNING: Unplug the snow thrower and remove the key to avoid unintended starting before servicing the snow thrower.

Replacing Skid Plate

1.Remove the three screws securing the skid plate to the auger housing. See Figure 7-1.

Side View

Figure 7-1

2.Remove the worn skid plate and replace with a factory approved skid plate.

3.Secure using the three screws removed earlier.

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Replacing Auger Belt

1.Unscrew the six screws securing the belt cover to the auger housing and remove the belt cover. See Figure 7-2.

Figure 7-2

2.Pull the idler bracket upward to relieve tension on the belt. See Figure 7-3

CAUTION: Do not unhook the idler extension spring. Doing so may allow the spring to become dislodged and lost in the auger housing.

Pulley B

Idler Bracket

Pulley A

Figure 7-3

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