6.Loosen and remove the shoulder bolt which acts as a belt keeper. See Figure 7-4.

Figure 7-4

7.Remove the belt from around the auger pulley, and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 7-5.

NOTE: Engaging the auger control will ease removal and reinstallation of the belt.

Figure 7-5

8.Replace the auger belt by following instructions in reverse order.

NOTE: Do not forget to reinstall the shoulder bolt and reconnect the spring to the frame after installing a replacement auger belt.

9.After replacing the auger belt, perform the Auger Control test on page 11 to verify the belt is adjusted correctly.

Drive Belt

NOTE: Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower’s drive belt. See an authorized Service Dealer to have the drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance.

Friction Wheel Inspection

If the snow thrower fails to drive with the drive control engaged, and performing the drive control cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the friction wheel may need to be replaced.

NOTE: Special tools are required and several components must be removed in order to replace the snow thrower’s friction wheel rubber. See an authorized Service Dealer to have the friction wheel rubber replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for assistance.

To inspect the friction wheel, proceed as follows:

1.Allow the engine to run until it is out of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine.

2.Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing.

3.Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self-tapping screws which secure it. Refer to Figure 7-3.

4.Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear or cracking.

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