Yard Machines E6A5E Snow Blower User Manual


 
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SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine
before performing any repairs or
maintenance.
Engine
Refer to engine manual for engine lubrication
instructions.
WARNING: When following instruct-
ions in separate engine manual for
draining oil, be sure to protect frame to
avoid oil dripping onto transmission
parts.
Wheels
Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at wheels at least
once a season. Pull klick pin, remove wheels, clean
and coat axles with a multipurpose automotive grease.
See Figure 19.
Figure 19
Chute directional control
The worm gear on the chute direction crank should be
greased with multipurpose automotive grease.
Auger shaft
Remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil or spray
lubricant inside shaft. See Figure 20.
Figure 20
Gear shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with a good all-weather multi-
purpose light grease at least once a season or after
every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT:
Keep all grease and oil off of the friction
wheel and drive plate.
Drive and shifting mechanism
Remove rear cover. Oil 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.
Gear case
The worm gear case has been filled with grease at the
factory. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with
2 ounces of Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number
737-0168. Before reassembling, remove old sealant
and apply “Loctite 5699” or equivalent.
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.
Oil Bearings
or Spray Lubricant
Axle
Klick
Pin
Shear Bolts
Bearings
Bearings