mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a
spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on the friction
wheel rubber and aluminum drive plate. Refer to
Figure 9.
Gear Case
The gear case is equipped with a grease fitting on the
left housing and should be lubricated with Shell Alvania
grease EPR00, part number 737-0168 every 25 hours.
See Figure 12.
There is a grease fitting on the top of the axle shaft
which drives the rear track drive wheels on both sides
of the unit. Grease these fittings every 25 hours or once
a season.
Do not overfill the gear case. Damage to the seals
could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in
order to relieve pressure.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
Auger Shaft
The cams on the ends of the control rods which
interlock the traction drive and auger drive controls
must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25
hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath
the handle panel. Use a multi-purpose automotive
grease.
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on the
auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft. Also
lubricate the plastic auger bearings at least once a
season and grease the fittings on the end of the auger
shaft with a standard grease gun. See Figure 12.
Electric Chute-Rotation Motor
Grease Fitting
Vent Plug
The gear on the electric chute-rotation motor and the
base of the discharge chute itself should be lubed with
multi-purpose automotive grease once a season.
See Figure 11.
Lube Gear &
Chute Base
Plastic
Bearing
Plastic
Bearing
Shear Bolts
Figure 12
Figure 11
SECTION7: SERVICINGYOURSNOWTHROWER
WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or
inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect
spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is
designed so that the bolts may shear.
Refer to Figure 12.
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts
have sheared. Replacement shear bolts and hex
lock nuts have been provided with the snow
thrower. When replacing bolts, spray an oil
lubricant into shaft before inserting new bolts.
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Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit for all engine maintenance procedures.
IMPORTANT:NEVER replace the auger shear bolts with
standard hex bolts. Any damage to the auger gearbox
or other components as a result of doing so will NOT be
covered by your snow thrower’s warranty.
Augers
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The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a hard
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