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How do I change the blower’s engine oil?

You will need to change your snow blower’s engine oil as frequently as directed in your engine manual to prevent premature wearing of the engine and ensure the long-term functionality of the blower. It is recommended that you change engine oil after every 25 hours of operation. Do not use any oil apart from the one specifically stated on your engine manual.

1. Ensure that the blower has been turned off before you attempt an oil change. Do not let the engine get too cold, however as this lowers the oil’s viscosity significantly and increases the draining period. It is recommended that you allow your engine to run for a few minutes before switching off and continuing after a few more minutes.
2. Carefully remove the dipstick taking care not to let oil drop onto the blower’s chassis. Clean the area around the oil sump of any stained oil as this can attract debris.
3. Place a suitable oil draining container beside the oil outlet tubing. Ensure that you use a hose that is suitable for draining oil if the machine’s drain is located further inside.
4. Use a socket wrench or suitable tool to loosen the blower’s oil drain plug. Ensure that you wait until all the oil has completely drained out.
5. Tighten the oil drain plug once again and ensure that the seal is tight enough to prevent leakage. Clean the plug head of any left-over oil and proceed to fill fresh oil into the chamber. Use a suitable oil funnel tube to prevent any oil from spilling onto the blower’s chassis and snow blower could turn hot during operation and cause the oil to smoke.
6. Inspect the oil level with the help of the dipstick. It is recommended that you use the dipstick to check the blower’s oil level after every other use as you may need to change oil more frequently than specified based on the operating conditions.
7. Fasten the dipstick back in position and slot home the oil tube’s cap. Again, clean any excess or spilled oil.
8. Turn on the snow blower and allow it to run for a minute before turning off the engine again.

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How do I replace the spark plug on my snow blower?

It’s essential that you inspect your blower’s spark plug regularly as this can help prevent some of the most common engine problems and significantly enhance your mower’s overall life. Ensure that your refer to your engine manual for precise information on when you need to replace the spark plug – this may vary depending on your engine manufacturer.

1. Ensure that the blower has been turned off – remove the ignition key before you proceed.
2. Gently remove the plastic cap attached to the front end of the spark plug housing near the plug boot. Be careful not to drop any loose debris into the spark plug housing.
3. Deactivate the spark plug circuitry by disconnecting the spark plug boot
4. With the help of a socket wrench or a suitable tool, carefully remove the old spark plug.
5. Inspect the new spark plug before inserting. Check that the plug’s gap is as per the recommendations mentioned in the engine manual – if not, reset the spark gap. You will need to check the spark gap from time to time.
6. Re-fasten the replacement spark plug into the plug’s housing and tighten it with the socket wrench.
7. Activate the spark plug circuitry once more by re-connecting the plug wire and proceed to install the plastic shield over the housing.

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

Your snow blower’s shear pins will have to examined occasionally, especially if the blower is operated in more severe conditions or has come in contact with foreign objects frequently. A broken or faulty pin will have to be replaced to prevent damage to the gear casing.

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.

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How do I install a new scraper blade on my snow blower?

The blower’s augers do not come in contact with the ground and so the snow scraper are constantly exposed to the surface of any area during operation. As a result, they will wear out with use and need to be replaced in order to maintain optimum performance. Ensure that you refer to the instruction manual to determine the right dimensions for your blower’s model.

1. Park the mower in an appropriate flat surface
2. Ensure that the engine has been turned off and the ignition key removed before attempting to operate on the front-end of the blower.
3. Gently tilt back the snow blower and bring it to a rest on its handles down on the floor beside your feet.
4. Locate and identify the five blades that hold down the main blade to the housing within the auger’s chamber and proceed to unscrew the bolts.
5. Once you have unscrewed all the bolts, carefully remove the blower’s scraper blade.
6. Insert the new scraper blade in the right orientation and ensure that all the holes in the scraper bar to the holes in the auger’s housing.
7. Fasten all the housing’s bolts in place and tighten them securely.

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How do I change my snow blower’s auger paddles?

Since the snow blower’s auger paddles are constantly in contact with the snow while operating, they may wear down and need to be replaced from time to time. This is especially so when the blower has been used in rough conditions and snow littered with foreign objects such as pebbles. Ensure that you refer to the included instruction guide to identify your model’s dimensions.

1. Park the blower in a flat, steady surface
2. Turn off the engine and ensure that the ignition key has been removed before you proceed to work on the front-end of the blower
3. Tilt back the machine gently and bring it to a rest on its handles down on the floor beside your feet.
4. Locate and identify the six bolts that secure that auger paddle in place to the front of the shaft
5. Unscrew all the bolts and remove the old paddle
6. Position the new paddle taking care that all the holes are aligned with the bracket on the auger’s shaft. Now re-insert each of the mounting bolts and tighten them until secure.

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How do I replace my blower’s skid shoes?

The skid shoes grind on the ground as you operate the blower, maintaining clearance between the surface and the augers as well as enabling you to adjust the height of the scraper blade from the ground. Like the scraper blade, they are subject to wear and tear from contact and will need to be changed when they’ve become damaged.

1. Park the snow blower on a flat, steady surface and secure it in place
2. Use a block of wood or a comparable substance to prop up the snow blower and rest the auger’s housing on the block.
3. Locate and remove all the housing’s bolts to detach the old skid plates.
4. Insert the new skid shoes into the housing and align them in place before proceeding to re-insert the bolts and secure it in place.
5. Loosen the bolts a little bit when you want to adjust the height of the skid shoes.

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How do I install drift cutters on my snow blower?

Installing drift cutters onto the chassis of your snow blower can significantly boost operational efficiency by helping you direct more snow into the auger’s chamber, thus preventing the snow from layering the top of your blower.  

1. Insert all bolts into the corresponding holes on the auger’s housing and proceed to slide the washers into place.
2. Insert the drift cutter and thread the slot with the attached bolts.
3. Proceed to install the second washer along with the included wingnuts.
4. Slide the drift cutter all the way to the upper position before you completely tighten the wingnuts securely.

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