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Service
Maintenance
General Recommendations
•
Always observe safety rules when performing
any type of maintenance.
•
The warranty on this snow thrower does
not cover items that have been subjected
to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain the snow thrower as instructed in
this manual.
•
Periodically check all fasteners and hardware
to make sure these are tight.
WARNING! Before servicing, repairing,
lubricating, or inspecting, disengage all
controls and stop engine. Wait until all
moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting. Always wear safety
glasses during operation or while
performing any adjustments or repairs.
Engine
IMPORTANT! Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base
operator's manual for complete engine servicing
instructions.
Check V-Belts
Follow instructions below to check condition of drive
belts every 50 hours of operation.
1.
Remove the plastic belt cover on the snow
thrower attachment by removing the two self-
tapping screws that secure it. See Figure 5-1.
Figure 5-1
2.
Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or
excessively worn out belt. Replace, if
necessary, following instructions in the Service
section of this manual.
Adjusting the Auger Drive Cable
After periods of extended use, and during the break-
in period, it may be necessary to adjust the auger
drive cable. Follow these simple steps to adjust the
auger drive cable:
1.
Uncouple the power base and the snow
thrower attachment.
WARNING! Always turn off the FLEX™
Power Base engine and remove the key
prior to attempting to uncouple the
power base and attachment.
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2.
Remove the plastic belt cover on the snow
thrower attachment by removing the two self-
tapping screws that secure it. See Figure 5-1.
3.
Looking at the rear mounting plate of the
snow thrower attachment, loosen (but do
not remove) the left side hex screw shown in
Figure 5-2.
NOTE: The other screw (to the right of the hex
screw previously loosened) is a shoulder bolt
that does not need to be loosened.
Figure 5-2
4.
On the front side of the mounting plate, move
the cable tension guide up or down to remove
any slack in the auger drive cable. See the left
inset of Figure 5-2.
NOTE: Be sure that the adjustment does
not apply any pressure on the cable and the
actuator arm. This adjustment is simply to
remove the excess slack in the auger cable as
shown in the right inset of Figure 5-2.
5.
Tighten the left hand side hex screw to
complete this adjustment.
Shave Plate and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the
snow thrower are subject to wear. These should be
checked periodically and replaced when necessary.
To replace skid shoes:
1.
Remove the carriage bolts and nuts securing
each skid shoe to the auger housing, See 1 in
Figure 5-3.
2
.
NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity
Figure 5-3
2.
Reassemble new skid shoes with hardware
removed in the previous step. Make sure the
skid shoes are adjusted to be level.
NOTE: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section
for information regarding adjusting the skid
shoes.
To remove shave plate:
1.
Remove both skid shoes and hardware,
including carriage bolts and nuts attaching
the shave plate to the snow thrower housing.
For location of shave plate. See 2 in Figure 5-3.
2.
Reassemble new shave plate, making sure
heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of
the housing.
3.
Reinstall skid shoes. Tighten securely.
Off-Season Storage
If the snow thrower attachment will not be used
for 30 days or longer, or if it is the end of the snow
season, the equipment needs to be stored properly.
Follow storage instructions below to ensure top
performance from the snow thrower for many more
years.
1.
Store the equipment in a clean, dry area.
2.
If storing the snow thrower in an unventilated
area, rustproof the machine using a light oil or
silicone to coat the snow thrower.
3.
Clean the exterior of the snow thrower.
Preparing The Engine
Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base operator's
IMPORTANT!
manual for complete engine servicing instructions.
Lubrication
Auger Shaft
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 Figure 5-4.
Figure 5-4
Wheels
1
At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean
and coat the axles with a multipurpose automotive
grease before reinstalling wheels.
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