DR Power 30 Snow Thrower - Manual (Page 34)

30 DR ® SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT
Lubrication
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION: STOP THE ENGINE, SET THE
PARKING BRAKE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND DISCONNECT THE
SPARK PLUG WIRE(S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S).
Lubricate the Auger Drive Chain with Chain Saw Bar & Chain Lubricant every 2 hours of operation and after
each use.
End of Season and Storage
Before storing your DR SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT, you should take certain precautions to protect it
from deterioration.
IF THE DR SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT WILL BE STORED WHILE ATTACHED TO THE POWER UNIT,
AND BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION:
SET THE PARKING BRAKE,
AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S).
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Wipe down and dry the Snow Thrower to remove any moisture and dirt that may have
accumulated, especially in and around the Discharge Chute.
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Release the tension from the Drive Belt Idler Pulley and check the Drive Belt for wear. Leave the
tension off the Belt for storage.
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Make any necessary repairs or adjustments.
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Repaint all parts and areas where the paint has worn or peeled.
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Lubricate the Auger Drive Chain with Chain Saw Bar & Chain Lubricant.
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Apply a spray type oil film (general purpose lubricate) to the Worm Gear and the surface of the
Gear Teeth on the Discharge Chute Flange (Figure 9 on page 14) and turn the Rotation Handle
back and forth a couple of times to work in the oil. Then apply the same oil liberally to all surfaces
to protect against rust.
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Store the DR SNOW THROWER ATTACHMENT in a dry location.