Auger Shear Bolt Replacement; Check The Tires - Craftsman C950-52133-0 Owner's Manual

AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT

The augers are secured to the auger shaft with special bolts that
are designed to break if an object becomes lodged in the auger
housing. Use of a harder bolt will reduce the protection provided
by the shear bolt.
WARNING: To ensure safety and performance levels,
only original replacement shear bolts should be
used. running.
1. Stop the engine, disengage all controls, disconnect the spark
plug lead wire, and make sure all moving parts have stopped.
2. Align the hole in the auger with the hole in the auger shaft. In-
stall new shear bolt (A, Figure 16), spacer (B) and locknut (C)
found in the parts bag or toolbox located on the belt cover.
NOTE: The spacer fits into the larger hole in the auger
tube.

CHECK THE TIRES

Check tires for damage. Check the air pressure in the tires with an
accurate gauge (see Figure 17).
CAUTION: Avoid Injury! Explosive separation of tire
and rim parts is possible when they are serviced
incorrectly.
• Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper
equipment and experience to perform the job.
• Do not inflate the tires above the maximum pressure.
• Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. Heat can
cause an increase in air pressure resulting in an
explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the
wheel.
• Do not stand in front or over the tire assembly when
inflating. Use appropriate tool that allows you to stand to
one side.
NOTICE: Check side of tire for maximum tire pressure. DO
NOT exceed maximum.
A
B
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A
C
Figure 16
Figure 17
B
C