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IMPORTANT:
Do not overfill the gear case, since
damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug
is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.
Auger Bearings and Shaft
Every season lubricate the auger bearings and the
bearings on the side of the frame with light oil. See to
Figure 12.
Use oil or spray lubricant into the bearings at the
wheels at least once a season. Remove the wheels,
one side at a time, and clean and coat axles with multi-
purpose automotive grease.
Lubricate the auger shaft at least once a season. To do
this:
• Remove the shear bolts on the auger shaft.
• Oil or spray lubricant inside shaft.
• Carefully spin the auger around by hand to
disperse the lubricant.
• Reinstall the shear bolts.
Check Friction Wheel Rubber
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of
the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.
• Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame
cover underneath the snow thrower.
• Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for
excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the friction
wheel drive hub.
• Also engage the traction control and check if the
friction wheel is making contact with the friction
plate.
• If it does not make contact, adjust the traction drive
cable following instructions and recheck the friction
wheel.
• Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary. Refer to
instructions in Service Section.
Check V-Belts
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of
the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.
• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing the three self-tapping screws.
• Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively
worn out belts.
• Replace belts as necessary as outlined in Service
Section.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which
interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches
must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25
hours of operation using a multi-purpose automotive
grease. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle
panel. See Figure 14.
Figure 14
SECTION 7: SERVICING YOUR SNOW THROWER
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.
Augers
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign object
or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the
bolts may shear. See Figure 15.
If the augers do not turn, check if the bolts have
sheared. Two replacement shear bolts and hex lock
nuts have been provided with the snow thrower. Refer
to Loose Parts in the Assembly Section.
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.
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the
snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be
checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
NOTE: The skid shoes on this machine have two wear
edges. When one side wears out, they can be rotated
180° to use the other edge.
Lube Cams Here
Handle Panel
Control Rods