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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Before lubricating, 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.
Lubrication
Wheels
• Oil or spray lubricant into plastic wheel bearings
inside the wheel hubs at least once a season.
Remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multi-
purpose automotive grease. See Figure 12.
Figure 12
Auger Shaft
• At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on
the auger shaft. Oil or spray lubricant inside and on
the plastic bearings on the shaft. See Figure 13.
Figure 13
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-n-1 grease at least once
a season or after every 25 hours of operation (available
at auto parts stores or order part number 737-0170).
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 14.
Figure 14
IMPORTANT:
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.
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of
operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains,
sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting
mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a
spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction
wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 9.
Chute Directional Control
The spiral on the end of the chute directional control
and the base of the discharge chute itself should be
lubed with multi-purpose automotive grease once a
season. See Figure 15.
Figure 15
Axle
Oil or use Spray Lubricant
Click Pin
Plastic Bearings
Shear Bolts
Lube Fitting
Vent Plug
Lube Spiral
and Chute Base