MTD 31AM62EE000 Operator's Manual page 16

AugerShaft
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 Fig. 6-3.
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Figure 6-3
Adjustments
Shift Cable
If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be
achieved, refer to the figures to the right and adjust the shift
cable as follows:
1. Place the shift lever in the fastest forward speed position.
2. Loosen the hex nut on the shift cable index bracket. See
Fig. 6-4.
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Figure 6-4
3. Pivot the bracket downward to take up slack in the cable.
4. Retighten the hex nut.
Auger Control
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the auger control cable.
Chute Assembly
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the chute assembly.
Skid Shoes
Refer to the Assembly and Set-up section for instructions on
adjusting the skid shoes.
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SECTION 6 -- MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS