Auger Belt And Related Component Inspection - Power smart DB7659A-22 User Manual

4. Install and/or tighten the hex screws attaching
the auger housing to the main frame. Tighten
all fasteners securely, do not over tighten.
5. With the belt installed on both pulleys and
tension pulley in position, move the belt guide
pin to within 3/16 to 3/8 in. from the belt
seated in the pulley and tighten the pin in
position.
Note: The belt guide pin helps keep the belt
in the pulley when the belt is disengaged. The
pin should not be tight to the belt. The pin
should be loose enough to allow the belt to
spin freely but not allow the belt to jump off
the pulley.
6. Connect the lower auger cable to the cable
adjustment plate.
7. Adjust auger belt tension; see Auger Belt
Tension Adjustment.
WARNING! Ensure the belt cover is installed
and all safety guards are in place before the
engine is started and at all times when the
engine or machine are operating.
8. Install belt cover using 2 hex head
screws.Make sure the auger cable is routed
outside the belt cover as shown.
NOTICE: After initial belt installation and
adjustment, re-adjustment of the belt is
recommended after a period of operation. Belt
tension should be checked periodically to ensure
proper tension is maintained.
A loose belt will cause:
• Premature belt wear / damage /cracking /fraying
• Belt slipping ("squealing may also be heard")
• No or erratic/slow auger operation - poor
performance
A tight belt will cause:
• Premature belt wear / damage / breaking/stretching
• Belt overheat / burning
• Loss of auger engagement control (always
engaged)
• Tension pulley damage
• Pulley bearing damage
Auger Belt and Related Component
Inspection
When replacing your snow blower auger belt it is
important to determine the cause of the failure (if
applicable) and take corrective action to avoid
repeated failure.
Inspect the belt:
• Correct size and type
• Fraying or peeling apart
• Missing pieces
• Cracks and tears
• Burning
• Uneven wear patterns
• General damage
• Foreign material on belt, oil, grease, dirt etc.
Inspect the auger pulleys:
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