Use and Care Manual

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4. Slip the drive belt off the pulley and between
friction wheel and friction wheel disc. (See
Fig.30).
Fig. 30
5.Replace belt in the reverse order.
If the snowblower fails to drive with the drive
control engaged, and performing the drive control
cable adjustment fails to correct the problem, the
friction wheel may need to be replaced, Follow
the instructions below.
1. Examine the friction wheel for signs of wear
or cracking and replace if necessary.
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Place the shift lever in third Forward (F3)
position.
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Drain the gasoline from the snowblower, or
place a piece of Plastic under the gas cap.
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Carefully pivot the snow thrower up and
forward so that it rests on the auger housing.
2A. Remove the frame cover from the underside
of the snowblower by removing two self-
tapping screws which secure it .
2B. Remove the left and right wheels by
removing the snap joints on side of wheels .
(See Fig.31)
Fig. 31
3. Pull out the drive shafts, remove the gear.
(See Fig. 32)
Fig. 32
4. Pull the hex shaft by force, remove the hex
shaft and transition shaft assembly off. (See
Fig.33).
Fig. 33
5. Remove the three screws which secure the
friction wheel’s side plates together. (See
Fig. 34).
Fig. 34
6. Slide the friction wheel assembly back onto
the hex shaft and follow the steps above in
reverse order to reassemble components.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL
1. Be sure engine is upright and level
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wipe dipstick clean. (See Fig.35).