Two Stage Snowthrower Drive Systems Manual 3 - 7
Traction Drive Systems
6. Next, tension the pivot assembly. With the unit
upright, use a screwdriver to stretch the traction
spring and hook it into the hole provided
(Figure 86).
Figure 86
MVC-714
7. Slip one thrust washer on each end of the axle
and insert it into the chassis. Lightly oil the inside
of the bearings and slip one on each end, with the
hub pointing inward. Secure each bearing with two
thread forming screws (Figure 87).
Figure 87
2768-026
8. Coat the end of the axles with anti-seize or a
water repellent grease and install the wheels with
the click pins.
9. Lower the machine to the ground, check the
linkage adjustments, fill with fuel and oil, and test
run.
DISASSEMBLY — LAWN-BOY MODELS
28230, 23231 AND TORO MODELS 38051,
38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064,
38072, 38073
1. Drain the gasoline and oil.
2. Remove the belt cover. Loosen the belt guide, do
not bend. Remove the auger and traction belts
(Figure 88).
Figure 88
2773-014
3. Stand the unit up on its auger and secure to
prevent tipping.
4. Remove the bottom cover.
5. Remove the klik pins and slide both wheels off the
axle.
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