MTD 31AS2B5 - Manual (Page 7)

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7. DISCHARGE CHUTE
The mitten grip handle on the snow chute allows easy
adjustment side to side. See Figure 7.
8. AUGER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
8.1. Remove the five (5) screws on the perimeter of
the belt cover using a 3/8" socket with short
extension and ratchet. See Figure 8.
8.2. With the cover removed inspect for wear on the
belt and movement of the idler bracket. See Fig-
ure 8.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Perimeter Screws
8.3. Inspect the idler bracket tension and return
springs and note location of connections. See
Figure 9.
8.4. Using a 7/16" socket and a 7/16” box wrench,
remove the bolt securing the idler to the idler
arm. Inspect the idler bearing for freedom of
movement. Upon replacement note the position
of the larger retaining washer that has the top
position cut flat to clear the belt cover. See Fig-
ure 10.
8.5. Push down on the idler bracket to lift the belt
brake shoe away from the belt. The belt can then
be lifted out of the auger pulley and off the
Figure 9
Tension Spring
Return Spring
Figure 10
Belt Retaining Washer