How do I replace the shear pin on my snow blower?

  1. Park the blower over a perfectly flat, steady surface and ensure that it is secured in place
  2. Ensure that you have turned off the blower and removed the ignition key before attempting to conduct any work on the front-end of the blower.
  3. Tilt the blower back gently and bring it to rest on the handles down on the floor by your feet
  4. If the shear pin in not in place, it has been broken most probably as broken pins will often fall off during operation. If the pin is in place, inspect it closely and remove it if damaged or worn. You may have to hammer the pin gently if it has gotten wedged in the gap. Take care not to strike the housing.
  5. Ensure that you align the holes in the auger’s shaft along with the holes in the gearing case’s shaft before you insert the new shear pin through both holes.
  6. Re-fasten the housing’s nut and tighten until secure.