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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1
INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the snow thrower, use only
genuine SNAPPER replacement
parts. 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 belt strands exposed. Replace
belt before operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.1
AUGER BELT
FIGURE 3.1
3.2.2
CHECK WHEEL DRIVE BELT
1. Visually
check
wheel
drive belt for cracking,
fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. Replace
belt before operating snow thrower. See Figure 3.2.
3.3
GENERAL LUBRICATION
Lubricate
machine as instructed before and after
operation each season.
3.3.1.
GEAR CASE, AUGER SHAFT and AUGER
BEARING LUBRICATION
1. Before
each
season
of operation,
apply two
shots of grease from a grease gun into gear case.
Snapper suggests using Benalene 900. The grease
plug for the gear case is located in front of the gear
case. See Figure 3.3.
2. Before
each
season
of operation,
apply two
shots of grease from a grease gun into each auger
bearing.
Snapper
suggests
using Benalene
900.
The grease fitting for the auger bearing is located
on each end of the auger. See Figure 3.3.
3. Before
each season
of operation,
apply two
shots of general purpose grease from a grease gun
into the auger shaft. The grease fitting for the auger
shaft
is located
in the
middle
of
each
auger.
Remove shear bolts and rotate auger to distribute
grease evenly around shaft. Reinstall shear bolts
and nuts. Tighten to 5 to 10 ft. lb. of torque. See
Figure 3.3.
SHEAR BOLT
BEARING GREASE
FITTING
0
\
BELT
DRIVE
GREASE
PLUG
FIGURE 3.3
3.3.2.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
After each season of operation,
spread
a small
amount of grease on: The axle shafts for easy
wheel removal. The discharge chute and mounting
flange retainers for smooth rotation.
FIGURE 3.2
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