SECTION 9: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments or repairs while engine
is running.
NOTE: Check engine and snow thrower frequently for loose nuts, bolts, etc., and keep these items tightened.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your snow thrower for all engine maintenance
procedures.
SHAVE PLATE REPLACEMENT
The shave plate is subject to wear. It should be checked periodically. There are two wearing edges and the shave
plate can be reversed. Refer to Figure 13.
To remove the shave plate:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove the four carriage bolts and hex lock nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing.
Install new shave plate, making sure the heads of the carriage bolts are on the inside of the housing.
Adjust the shave plate according to procedure in the “Adjustment” section of this manual.
Tighten securely.
BELT REPLACEMENT
Idler Pulley
Engine
Pulley
Auger
Pulley
Hex
Belt
Screws
Figure 15
Remove the belt cover by removing five hex screws. See Figure 15.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Pull up on the idler pulley and slip the belt off engine pulley.
Push down on idler pulley and slip the belt off auger pulley.
Reassemble new belt in reverse order.
Reinstall the belt cover.
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