SERVICING YOUR SNOWTHROWER
Belt Tension
SPRING COVER
Inspection & Adjustment
1.
Pull the spring cover up to expose the
belt tension spring. Have a helper
engage the auger clutch lever.
Measure the length of the exposed
coil as shown.
3 inches
(78 mm)
2.
If the coil length is less than 78 mm,
remove the z-bend fitting from the
upper hole on the auger clutch lever,
and install it into the lower hole.
Recheck the spring length. If it is still
less than 78 mm, check the auger
clutch lever (page 27).
UPPER
HOLE
Z-BEND
FITTING
Auger Paddle Inspection
The paddles are thick, rubber parts bolted
to the edges of the auger. The paddle are
subject to wear, and should be inspected
and replaced if worn beyond the service
limit.
1.
Park the snowblower on a flat, level
surface. Disconnect the spark plug
cap. Tilt the snowblower back enough
to raise the auger housing.
2.
3.
Inspect the paddles on the auger and
make sure they are in good condition
and securely attached.
Measure the distance between the
edge of the rubber paddle to the edge
of the metal auger support.
5/8 inch
(15 mm)
AUGER PADDLE SERVICE LIMIT:
5/8 inch (15 mm)
Auger paddle replacement should only be done by a servicing
Honda snowthrower dealer. If the paddles are worn out, the
scraper bar may also need replacement (page 29).
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