Belt Replacement
To remove and replace either the auger belt or the drive
belt, follow the steps below and then proceed to the
specific steps listed under respective sub-headings.
Disconnect the chute crank assembly by removing the 1.
two nuts which secure the chute bracket to the chute
adapter. See Figure 7-1.
Remove the plastic belt cover, located near the engine, 2.
by removing the three self-tapping screws that secure
it. See Figure 7-2.
a. Loosen the bolt shown in Figure 7-3 securing 3.
the belt keeper bracket and remove the other
bolt.
b. Push the belt keeper and bracket up off the
engine pulley. See Figure 7-3.
Auger Belt Replacement
Remove the clip and flat washer from the ferrule in 1.
order to disconnect the auger idler rod from the brake
bracket assembly. See Figure 7-4.
Slip the auger belt (the front belt) off the engine pulley. 2.
Figure 7-4
Figure 7-1
Figure 7-2
Figure 7-3
Ferrule
Auger Idler Rod
Hairpin Clip
and Washer
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