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Adjust skid shoes as follows:
Loosen, but do not remove, the three hex nuts 
which fasten the skid shoe to the auger housing.
Raise or lower the skid shoe to desired position.
Retighten the hex nuts loosened earlier.
Repeat on the other side of the snow thrower.
NOTE: Make certain the bottom surface of skid shoe is
flat against the ground to avoid uneven wear.
Figure 13
Chute Assembly 
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by 
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to 
Chute Tilt Control
 on page 8.
The remote chute control cables have been pre-
adjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute 
lever on the control panel back and forward to 
adjust angle of the chute assembly.
SECTION 6:  MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: 
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and
stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine to prevent unintended starting. 
General Recommendations
Always observe safety rules when performing any 
maintenance.
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover 
items that have been subjected to operator abuse 
or negligence.
Some adjustments will have to be made 
periodically to maintain your unit properly. 
All adjustments in the service and adjustments 
sections of this manual should be checked at least 
once each season.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to 
make sure these are tight.
Check V-Belts
Follow the instructions below to check the condition of 
the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.
Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the 
engine by removing the three self-tapping screws.
Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively 
worn out belts.
Replace belts as necessary as outlined in 
SERVICING 
YOUR SNOW THROWER
.
Lubrication
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts 
from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the 
shaft. See Figure 14.
Grease fittings can be found at either end of the 
auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a 
season. See Figure 14.
Gear Case
The auger gear case is equipped with a grease fitting. 
Lubricate with Shell Alvania lead-free grease once a 
season (order part number 737-0168). See Figure 14.
High
Hex Nuts
Carriage Bolts
Skid 
Low
Shave Plate
Shoes