Service

Replacing Belt

1.Remove the belt cover by removing the five hex screws that secure it to the frame. See Fig. 7-1.

Idler Pulley

Belt Keeper

Hex Screws

Figure 7-1

2.Remove the belt by grasping it from the bottom of the auger pulley and pulling outward.

NOTE: Push down on the idler puller to release the belt from under the belt keeper. See Fig. 7-1.

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To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Fig. 7-2:

1

3

Auger Pulley

Engine Pulley

2

4

Figure 7-2

1.Push down on the idler pulley.

2.Position the belt on top of the auger pulley and under the belt keeper.

3.Route the belt around the engine pulley.

4.Push the belt over the bottom of the auger pulley.

5.Reinstall the belt cover removed earlier.

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