Craftsman CMXGBAM 795756 Instruction Manual page 20

Electrode
.02-.03 in.
(0.60-0.80 mm)
Lubrication
Gear Shaft
The gear (hex) shaft should be lubricated at least once a season or after every 25
hours of operation.
1. To prevent spillage, remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it
stops.
2. Carefully pivot the snow blower up and forward so that it rests on the auger
housing.
3. Remove the lower frame cover from the underside of the snow blower by
removing the self-tapping screws which secure it.
4. Apply a light coating of anti-seize to the hex shaft. See Figure 24.
NOTE: When lubricating the hex shaft, be careful not to get any oil on the aluminum
drive plate or rubber friction wheel. Doing so will hinder the snow blower's drive
system. Wipe off any excess or spilled oil.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Figure 22
Figure 23
Wheels
At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and coat the axles with a
multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling wheels.
Chute Directional Control
Once a season, lubricate the eye bolt bushing and spiral with 3-in-1 oil.
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear pins on auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside
shaft, and around the spacers and flange bearings found at either end of the shaft.
See Figure 25.
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow blower 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.
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Figure 24
Figure 25