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14 Section 6— Maintenance & adjuStMentS
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow
thrower are subject to wear. These should be checked
periodically and replaced when necessary.
To replace skid shoes:
1. Remove the carriage bolts and nuts securing each skid shoe
to the auger housing, See Figure 6-3.
NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity.
Figure 6-3
2. Reassemble new skid shoes with hardware just removed.
Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to be level.
3. Note: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for
information regarding adjusting the skid shoes.
To remove shave plate:
1. Remove both skid shoes and hardware including carriage
bolts and nuts which attach shave plate to the snow
thrower housing. For location of shave plate, see Figure 6-3.
2. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the
carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing.
3. Reinstall skid shoes. Tighten securely.
Off-Season Storage
If the snow thrower attachment will not be used for 30 days
or longer, or if it is the end of the snow season when the last
possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored
properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top
performance from the snow thrower for many more years.
1. Store the equipment in a clean, dry area.
2. If storing the snow thrower in an unventilated area,
rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat
the snow thrower.
3. Clean the exterior of the snow thrower.
Preparing The Engine
IMPORTANT: Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base operator’s manual
for complete engine servicing instructions.
Lubrication
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger
shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft and around the spacers and
the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft.
See Figure 6-4.
Figure 6-4
Wheels
At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and coat the
axles with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling
wheels.