MAINTENANCE
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 20), 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.
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A
B
Replacing Auger Shear Bolt
A
C
C
Figure 20
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B