Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions; Checking Auger Drive Belt; Checking Auger Flite Shoes; Checking Clutch Control Cable - Snapper LE3170R, LE3190R, LE3190E Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use
genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact
a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service
assistance. For the correct part or information for a
particular snow thrower, always mention model and
serial number.
3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
3.2.1 CHECK AUGER DRIVE BELT
1. Visually check engine drive belt for cracking,
fraying, severed or exposed belt strands. Replace
worn belt before operating snow thrower. See Figure
3.1
CHECK AUGER
DRIVE BELT
FIGURE 3.1
3.2.2 CHECK AUGER FLITE SHOE
1. Visually check flite shoes for cracking, fraying
severed or exposed belt strands. Replace worn flite
shoes before operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.2.
CHECK AUGER
FLITE SHOE
FIGURE 3.2
3.2.3
CHECK AUGER CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE
1. Visually check cable for fraying, kinking or severed
cable strands. Replace cable and adjust tension before
operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.3.
CHECK AUGER
CONTROL CABLE
FIGURE 3.3
3.3 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance
schedule.
3.3.1. Engine
Refer
to
engine
owner’s
manual
for
service
instructions.
3.3.2. Spark Plug
Refer
to
engine
owner’s
manual
for
service
instructions.
3.4 STORAGE PROCEDURE
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions
regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the snow
thrower for “end of season” storage as follows:
1. Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until
all fuel is out of the carburetor.
2. Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire
away from
spark
plug
before any other
preparations are made!
3. Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying
water into exhaust or air intakes during washing.
4. Tilt snow thrower up on its wheels and
thoroughly clean the underside of the auger.
5. Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating
of oil to prevent corrosion. DO NOT place any type
of lubrication onto belt or pulleys.
6. Store the machine in a shed or other dry area,
protected from weather.
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