Troy-Bilt 13045 - Manual (Page 13)

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Lubrication
Auger Shaft
• At least once a season, remove the shear bolts
from the auger shaft and spray lubricant inside the
shaft. See Figure 13.
• Grease fittings can be found at either end of the
auger shaft. Lubricate with a grease gun once a
season. See Figure 13.
Gear Case
The auger gear case is equipped with a grease fitting.
Lubricate with Shell Alvania lead-free grease once a
season (order part number 737-0168). See Figure 13.
IMPORTANT: To relieve pressure, always remove the
vent plug before lubricating the gear case. Failure to do
so could result in damage to the gear case seals.
Discharge Chute
The base of the discharge chute and the spirals on the
chute crank should be lubricated at least every 25
hours of use. Apply the lubricant under the base of the
chute and where the spirals contact the discharge
chute. See Figure 14.
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of
operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains,
sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and the shifting
mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a
spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on rubber friction
wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 10.
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with 6-in-1 grease (part
number 737-0170) at least once a season, or after
every 25 hours of operation.
Refer to Figure 10.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to allow grease to get on the
drive plate or rubber friction wheel.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which
interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches
must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25
hours of operation using a multi-purpose automotive
grease. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle
panel. See Figure 15.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit for all engine lubrication instructions.
Figure 13
Figure 14
Figure 15
Bearings
Vent Plug
Shear Bolt
Grease
Fitting
Grease
Fitting
Grease Fitting
Shear Bolt
Lube Under Chute Base
Chute Crank Spirals
Lube Cams Here
Handle Panel
Control Rods