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AUGER GEARBOX SERVICE
GENERAL INFORMATION
AUGER GEARBOX LUBRICANT
GEARBOX REMOVAL
PRIMARY METHOD — MINIMUM DISASSEMBLY
SECONDARY METHOD — TRACTION AND AUGER HOUSINGS SEPARATED:
TORO MODELS 38065 AND 38080
ALL OTHER MODELS
INSTALLATION
AUGER GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY / SERVICE
FAILURE ANALYSIS
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY
BELTS, CONTROLS AND LINKAGES
INTRODUCTION
REPLACING THE AUGER/IMPELLER DRIVE BELT
REPLACING THE TRACTION BELT
REPLACING THE TRACTION BELT
TORO MODELS 38065, 38080, 38085
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 28231
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072, 38073
LAWN-BOY MODEL 28232
TORO MODELS 38053, 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
CONTROL AND LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
AUGER CONTROL ADJUSTMENT — TORO MODELS 38065, 38080, 38085
INSTALL AUGER DRIVE CONTROL ROD
ADJUSTING AUGER/IMPELLER DRIVE BELT
AUGER/IMPELLER DRIVE CONTROL LINKAGE — ALL OTHER MODELS
ADJUSTING TRACTION CONTROL
ADJUSTING THE TRACTION CONTROL
TORO MODELS 38065, 38080, 38085
824XL (TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
LAWN-BOY MODEL 28232
ADJUSTING THE TRACTION ROD
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 28231
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064
ADJUSTING THE SPEED SELECTOR
TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEMS
INTRODUCTION
TROUBLESHOOTING THE TRACTION DRIVE — ALL MODELS
DISASSEMBLY
TORO MODELS 38065, 38080, 38085
ASSEMBLY
TORO MODELS 38065, 38080, 38085
PREPARATION
ASSEMBLY
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TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEMS - CONTINUED
DISASSEMBLY
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 23231
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072, 38073
ASSEMBLY
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 23231
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072, 38073
ASSEMBLY TIPS
ASSEMBLY STEPS
DISASSEMBLY
TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
ASSEMBLY
TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
SUB ASSEMBLY REPAIR
TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
TRACTION SHAFT/FRICTION WHEEL DISASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
AXLE AND FRICTION PLATE DISASSEMBLY
AXLE AND FRICTION PLATE ASSEMBLY
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Drive Systems
Service Manual
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About This Manual
This manual was written expressly for the Toro and Lawn-Boy servicing dealer. The Toro
Company has made every effort to make the information in this manual complete and
correct.
This manual was written with assumption that the reader has basic mechanical knowledge
and skills. This book contains material covering the Toro and Lawn-Boy brand 2-Stage
Snowthrowers produced from 1990 to 2002, and may be specified for use on products built
before 1990 or after 2002 that are similar in design.
We hope that you find this manual a valuable addition to your service shop. If you have
questions or comments regarding this manual, please contact us at the following address:
The Toro Company
Consumer Service Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
The Toro Company reserves the right to change product specifications or this manual
without notice.
Copyright© - All Rights Reserved
The Toro Company - 2001
Bloomington, MN 55420 - U.S.A.
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Contents
AUGER GEARBOX SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
AUGER GEARBOX LUBRICANT . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
GEARBOX REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Primary Method — Minimum
Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Secondary Method — Traction and Auger
Housings Separated: Toro Models
38065 and 38080 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Secondary Method — Traction and
Auger Housings Separated:
All Other Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
AUGER GEARBOX
DISASSEMBLY / SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Failure Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
BELTS, CONTROLS AND LINKAGES . . . . . . 2-1
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
REPLACING THE AUGER/IMPELLER
DRIVE BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
REPLACING THE TRACTION BELT . . . . . . . . 2-2
Replacing the Traction Belt — Toro Models
38065, 38080, 38085 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Replacing the Traction Belt —
Lawn-Boy Models 28230, 28231 and
Toro Models 38051, 38052, 38054, 38056,
38062, 38063, 38064, 38072, 38073 . . . 2-3
Replacing the Traction Belt —
Lawn-Boy Model 28232 and
Toro Models 38053, 38066,
38078, 38083, 38084, 38086 . . . . . . . . . 2-4
CONTROL AND LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT. . . . 2-7
Auger Control Adjustment —
Toro Models 38065, 38080, 38085 . . . . . 2-7
Install Auger Drive Control Rod . . . . . 2-7
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt . . 2-7
Auger/Impeller Drive Control Linkage —
All Other Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
ADJUSTING TRACTION CONTROL . . . . . . . . 2-9
Adjusting the Traction Control —
Toro Models 38065, 38080, 38085 . . . . . 2-9
Adjusting the Traction Control —
824XL (Toro Models 38066, 38078,
38083, 38084, 38086 and
Lawn-Boy Model 28232) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
ADJUSTING THE TRACTION ROD —
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 28231 AND
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054,
38056, 38062, 38063, 38064 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
ADJUSTING THE SPEED SELECTOR . . . . . 2-12
TRACTION DRIVE SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
TROUBLESHOOTING THE TRACTION
DRIVE — ALL MODELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
DISASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38065,
38080, 38085 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
ASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38065,
38080, 38085 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
DISASSEMBLY — LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230,
23231 AND TORO MODELS 38051, 38052,
38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072,
38073 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
ASSEMBLY — LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230,
23231 AND TORO MODELS 38051, 38052,
38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072,
38073 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Assembly Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Assembly Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
DISASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38066,
38078, 38083, 38084, 38086 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
ASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38066, 38078,
38083, 38084, 38086 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
SUB ASSEMBLY REPAIR —
TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084,
38086 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Traction Shaft/Friction
Wheel Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Axle and Friction Plate Disassembly . . . . 3-18
Axle and Friction Plate Assembly . . . . . . 3-19
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Introduction
This manual will cover service to the auger and traction drive systems on small and intermediate frame 2 stage
snowthrowers. Service information for Power Shift snowthrowers is contained in manual 492-0354.
The models covered are as follows*:
Model Model Name Year Auger Gearbox Lubricant
28230 522R 1997-2000 MAG 1
28231 522R 1997 MAG 1
28232 824E 1999-2000 MAG 1
38051 522 2000-2001 MAG 1
38052 521 1990-1996 MAG 1
38053 824 2000-2002 MAG 1
38054 521 1990-1996 MAG 1
38056 521 1990-1991 MAG 1
38056C 521 1990 MAG 1
38062 622 1997-1999 MAG 1
38063 622 1997-2002 MAG 1
38064 622 2000-2002 MAG 1
38065 624 1990 90 wt.
38066 824XL 2000-2002 90 wt.
38072 724 1993-2000 MAG 1
38073 724 1993-2000 MAG 1
38078 824 2000-2002 MAG 1
38080 824 1990-1993 90 wt.
38083 824XL 1997-1999 90 wt.
38084 824XL 1997-1999 90 wt.
38085 824 1990 90 wt.
38086 824XL 2000-2002 90 wt.
Model numbers 28XXX are Lawn-Boy.
Model numbers 38XXX are Toro.
Engines: All of the models in the table were
manufactured with engines from the Tecumseh
Products Company. Refer to their service manual for
engine information.
Note:
Maximum RPM for all models is 3300 ± 150 RPM.
* This manual may be specified for products produced
before 1990 or after 2002 in addition to the models
above.
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Chapter 1 — Auger Gearbox Service
1.Check/fill pl
GENERAL INFORMATION
The manual takes a systems approach. There are two
versions of the auger gearbox and three versions of the
traction drive system used among the various 2-stage
models.
For information on the auger drive or linkage
adjustments see the section titled Belts, Controls and
Linkages.
The lubricant level in a gearbox should be checked
prior to each season.
AUGER GEARBOX LUBRICANT
Two different lubricants are used in the various models.
They are NOT interchangeable. Use the lubricant
specified in the model chart.
90 wt. indicates a 90-weight gear oil. A multi weight
such as 85-120 is acceptable as long as it
encompasses the 90 weight. The oil used must also
have an extreme pressure (EP) rating of GL5 or higher.
Fill until it runs out of the fill check plug (Figure 1).
Figure 2
Should you see an oil leak, disassembly is required.
Lubriplate MAG 1 is thick so it will normally not leak out
even with a failed seal. The bearings used in all
applications are oil impregnated, so they do not require
regular maintenance. Internal gearbox repair will
require removal from the chassis.
MVC-458
GEARBOX REMOVAL
There are two methods commonly used to remove the
auger gearbox:
• The primary method is to remove the auger
assembly without separating the traction assembly
from the auger housing.
• The secondary method is to separate the auger
and traction assemblies. Separating the auger and
traction assemblies improves access if the auger is
difficult to remove.
1
Figure 1
ug
MAG 1 is a special low temperature grease made by
Lubriplate™. Use 1/3 tube of MAG 1 per gearbox.
Obtain from your area Lubriplate Distributor or from
your Toro parts supplier (Toro Part Number 505-101)
(Figure 2).
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Auger Gearbox Service
Primary Method — Minimum Disassembly
The following steps apply to all models.
1. Remove the belt cover. Loosen the belt guide on
the engine crankshaft and remove the auger belt.
DO NOT bend the belt guide out of the way
(Figure 3).
Figure 3
MVC-526
3. In the center of each side plate are either two or
four cap screws (depending on the model). These
go into the bearing that supports each side of the
auger. Remove the cap screws (Figure 5).
Figure 5
4. Many models have side plates that are attached
by cap screws and lock nuts. Removing or at least
loosening one side plate will ease removal of the
auger assembly (Figure 6).
MVC-529/MVC-531
2. On the forward side of the auger pulley is 1 or 2
set screws, depending on the model, which must
be loosened. Use the square end of a 3/8” socket
extention. Note: The pulley is keyed to the shaft
and will be removed later (Figure 4).
Figure 4
MVC-527/MVC-536
Figure 6
MVC-530
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5. Loosen the rear and remove the front capscrew
1.L
2.R
1.Pull
2.A
1.Sid
3.S
securing the idler arm to the chassis.
1
Auger Gearbox Service
1
2
2
M-3331
oosen
Figure 7
emove
6. Begin to pull the auger assembly out to the front.
Note: The auger pulley and key have not yet been
removed. However, if you pull the auger slightly
forward, it will make it easier to slide the pulley off
the end of the impeller shaft. Once the pulley is
out of the way, remove the key (Figure 8 and
Figure 9).
ey
Figure 9
uger housing
2768-023
7. Model 38065 and 38080 only — Disconnect the
(2) scraper springs from either the slot in the side
plates or from the scraper. Also there are two
bolts, sleeves, and bumpers that limit the scraper
travel, one through the side plate on each side,
into the scraper. Both must be removed
(Figure 10).
4
1
3
2
e plate
2. Bumper
Figure 10
craper
4. Spring mount
2768-029
Figure 8
2768-022
8. The auger assembly can now be pulled
completely from the auger housing.
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Auger Gearbox Service
1.A
9. The auger flighting is attached to the auger shaft
with one bolt and locknut. Reach through the
holes in the drum augers to access. On models
without drum augers, the bolts are easily
accessible (Figure 11).
1
Figure 11
ccess hole
The auger assembly can be separated from the
traction assembly. However, it is generally not
necessary to work on the auger. Should the auger
pulley be rusted on the shaft, it might be easier to
remove the pulley with the traction assembly out of the
way.
MVC-533
2. Drain the fuel and oil and stand the machine up on
its auger. Support or brace to prevent tipping
(Figure 13).
Figure 13
3. Disconnect the chute crank rod at the auger
(Figure 14).
2768-027
Secondary Method — Traction and Auger
Housings Separated: Toro Models 38065
and 38080
1. Remove the belt cover. Loosen the belt guide and
remove the auger belt (Figure 12).
Figure 12
2768-021
Figure 14
4. Remove the lower cover from the traction
assembly.
MVC-534
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5. There are 4 locknuts in the forward part of the
1.Locknut
housing. These are on studs from the auger.
Remove the locknuts. The traction assembly will
now lift straight up off the auger assembly
(Figure 15).
Auger Gearbox Service
1
Figure 15
6. Now perform steps 1 - 9 under “GEARBOX
REMOVAL” on page 1 - 1.
2768-025
Secondary Method — Traction and Auger
Housings Separated: All Other Models
1. Remove the belt cover, loosen the belt guide, and
remove the traction belt (Figure 16).
Figure 17
3. Place a block of wood under BOTH the auger and
traction assembly to support them when the
connecting cap screws are removed. Remove the
6 cap screws, 3 on each side, that connect the
auger to the traction assembly and separate the
two (Figure 18).
Figure 18
MVC-534
MVC-535
4. Now perform steps 1 - 8 under “GEARBOX
REMOVAL” on page 1 - 1.
Figure 16
2. Disconnect the chute crank rod at the auger
(Figure 17).
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Auger Gearbox Service
1.B
1.U
INSTALLATION
Installation of the auger assembly into the auger
housing can be done whether the auger housing and
traction assemblies are connected or not. There is no
significant time savings to either sequence.
1. All self-aligning bearings (sometimes called the
flange bearings) MUST be installed loosely. All
models have one next to the auger drive pulley
and some use 2 more supporting the auger output
shafts. In all cases, these bearings must be a little
loose to assure the bearing can align itself with the
shaft before it is secured (Figure 19).
1
Figure 19
earing and flange
MVC-540
2. Make sure all the parts are installed on the auger
assembly. All spacers, thrust washers, and auger
bearings need to be hanging on the shafts.
(Including the scraper for models 38065 and
38080.)
3. Slide the assembly into the housing, directing the
input shaft into the rear bearing.
Figure 20
MVC-542
6. All models — Rotate the impeller back and forth.
One direction will push the impeller shaft to the
rear. Rotate it in that direction to force the shaft as
far to the rear as possible (Figure 21).
1
Figure 21
se pulley to remove gap
2773-012
7. Secure the 4 cap screws on the self-aligning
bearing. Install the thrust washer and key.
4. Start the cap screws from the side plates into the
bearings that support the auger output shafts.
Some models have 2 cap screws into a fixed
bearing; others have 4 cap screws into a selfaligning bearing.
8. Holding the shaft to the rear, install the pulley on
the shaft. Push the pulley forward, hold and
secure. The pulley is used to limit the front to back
movement of the impeller (Figure 21).
5. Models using four bolt bearings ONLY - Strike the
side plate and bearing area with a rubber mallet
three or four times, then secure the bearings. The
jolt aligns the bearings (Figure 20).
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AUGER GEARBOX DISASSEMBLY /
SERVICE
Once the auger gearbox assembly is removed from the
housing the repair process is the same for all models.
The only variables are what type of lubricant is used
(see the chart on Introduction page 1), whether the
impeller is removable from the shaft (on some models
the impeller is welded to the shaft) and how the
gearbox case halves are sealed.
Auger gearbox disassembly:
1. With the gearbox assembly removed from the
housing the first step is to slide the bearings off
the output shafts. (Model 38080 & 38065, also
slide the scraper off).
2. All models use a cap screw, lock nut, and spacer
to connect the auger to the shaft (Figure 22).
Remove the cap screw, nut and spacer and slide
both augers from the shaft.
Auger Gearbox Service
Figure 23
4. Remove the 8 or 9 self-tapping screws that hold
the gearbox halves together. Note: On a model
that uses 90 weight gear oil, you may want to
place the gearbox over a pan when the screws are
removed. Then separate the gearbox halves
(Figure 24).
2773-055/2773-066
Figure 22
3. Some models have the impeller welded to the
impeller shaft. Others use a combination of bolts,
set screws, and a key. If you see bolt(s) through
the impeller hub, remove them. Some may have
set screws, which only require being loosened.
The models with the setscrews also have a key
between the hub and shaft. Once the visible
retainers are removed, slide the impeller away
from the gearbox, the key will be uncovered.
Remove the key (Figure 23).
MVC-533
Figure 24
5. The impeller shaft can now be removed
(Figure 25).
Figure 25
2773-060
2773-061
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Auger Gearbox Service
1
LH
ASM
5:1.A
ASM, RH
12.Bushi
t
6. Clean the output shaft and slide the case halves
off. Remove the seals from the case halves and
discard the seals.
7. Clean and inspect the bushings in the case
halves. If they are damaged or worn, press them
out of the case halves at this time.
8. Slide the worm gear off the shaft. Depending on
the model, there will be one or two woodruff keys
between the gear and the shaft. Refer to the parts
manual for your specific machine.
9. Returning to the impeller shaft, the 824XL models
have a worm that is actually rolled into the impeller
shaft. All other models use an individually
replaceable gear. Remove all the bushings,
bearings and spacers from the impeller shaft
(Figure 26).
10. Now inspect the worm and worm gear. If either
gear is damaged, replace them both. When gears
run together, they develop wear patterns unique to
the two of them. Replacing only one gear will
result in early failure.
Figure 26
.
1:1. Auger gearcase ASM, LH
1:1:1. Bushing
1:1:2. Seal-oil
2. Bearing-thrust
4. Gear-helical
5. RH auger gearcase ASM
auger gearcase
uger gearcase
5:1:1. Bushing
5:1:2. Seal-oil
6. Shaft-auger, 24”
9. Key-woodruff
10. Impeller shaft
11. Seal-oil
13. Bushing-worm
14. Washer-thrust
15. Bearing-thrust
16. Ring-retaining, Ext.
17. Screw-HWH
18. Plug-SQH pipe
ng-inpu
1577-028
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Auger Gearbox Service
1.Wi
1.Flush
Failure Analysis
There are some misconceptions regarding these
gearboxes that result in incorrectly identifying the
causes of failure.
The square cut ring on the impeller shaft is not really a
seal. It is a wiper ring that has a tendency to pull down
to the shaft when the shaft begins to turn. The bushing
next to the ring really deflects most of the oil that is
thrown towards that area. The loose fit provides a vent
for the case (Figure 27). Occasionally a drop or two of
oil will get between the bushing and ring. When the
auger drive is disengaged, the ring will relax and that
oil might drip into the auger housing. At this rate, the
machine can be used for several years without any
significant oil loss. The yearly oil level check is more
than adequate to compensate for this.
1
Figure 27
per ring
If there is a significant amount of oil coming out of this
area, it would indicate that the gearbox has been at a
severe operating angle or the bushing is badly worn.
2773-061
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY
1. Use a wire brush or sandpaper to clean the auger
shaft. A clean, smooth shaft will help avoid
damage when installing new bushings and seals.
Clean the old gasket material from the case
mating surfaces (Figure 28).
Figure 28
2. If new bushings are to be installed in the gear
case halves, now is the time. Apply a thin coat of
Loctite™ Blue #242 or equivalent to the OUTSIDE
of the bushing and press in flush with the INSIDE
of the case (Figure 29). This will allow space for
the seal on the outside. Wipe up any Loctite™ that
is visible. The Loctite™ must not get into the gear
or seal area.
2773-067
Oil on the bottom of the gearbox can result from a leak
at any part of the case. As there is no internal pressure,
any leaking oil runs down the side of the case and
collects on the bottom until there is enough to drip off.
1
The source of the oil leak oil can be difficult to see.
Sprinkling some powder on the outside of the gearbox
will usually show the oil trail. The type of powder used
is not important. Just something that will stick to the oil.
When you open a gearbox that has had the gears fail,
the remaining oil will likely appear as a small puddle of
very thick grease in the bottom. Worm gears normally
create a large amount of friction due to the sliding
Figure 29
MVC-710
action. When something goes wrong, not enough oil,
poor quality oil, a problem with the gears, or just a gear
or bearing wearing out, the friction becomes
abnormally high. The remaining oil is cooked down to a
very thick residue. This can be the result of failures, not
the cause.
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Auger Gearbox Service
1.Lett
“R”
1.Bushi
7.Wash
t
1.I
ft
4.Bushi
t
3. Insert the keys into the shaft and slide the large
worm gear into place. Note: There is a large letter
“R” and an arrow on one side of the gear. This
gear MUST be installed such that the R and the
arrow are on the right hand side and the arrow is
pointing forward (Figure 30). This is a two piece
gear that is bonded together. If it is installed
backwards, the forces try to separate the gear and
can result in failure.
Figure 31
ng
2. Ring-snap
3. Washer-thrust
4. Gear
5. Washer-thrust
6. Bearing-thrust
8. Bushing-input
er-thrus
9. Ring-quad
10. Key-woodruff
11. Shaft-impeller
37-6962
On models with worm integral with the
impeller shaft — This version is assembled
1
starting on the end opposite the worm. Start with
the snap ring (sharp edge towards the rear), thrust
washer, thrust bearing, thrust washer, bushing
and seal. There is also a bushing on the worm end
of the shaft (Figure 32).
Figure 30
er
and arrow
30
4. Install the thrust washers and slide the case
halves on. Note the direction to keep the markings
on the gear on the right side.
5. There are two versions of the impeller shaft. One
has the worm separate and the other has the
worm as part of the impeller shaft.
Figure 32
mpeller sha
2. Seal-oil
3. Bushing-input
5. Bearing-thrust
ng-thrus
6. Ring-snap
38086-01
6. On models with worm separate from the
impeller shaft — Assemble the parts on the
impeller shaft. From the inside out, the order is as
follows: seal, bushing, thrust washer, thrust
bearing, thrust washer, key, worm, thrust washer,
retaining ring (sharp edge towards the front) and
bushing (Figure 31).
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7. Apply a VERY light coat of Loctite™ Blue #242 or
quivalent to the outer diameter of the bearing.
Loctite™ should not squeeze out when everything
is tightened (Figure 33).
Figure 33
8. Some models use a gasket and some do not. For
those with a gasket use a small amount of grease
to stick the open ends of the gasket in place
during assembly. Otherwise this gasket is
intended to seal to a clean dry surface.
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10. All models. Apply a light coat of oil or anti-seize to
the gear case screws. Tighten them in an X
pattern to 120 in/lbs. (15kg/m) (Figure 34).
Note: Some models have 8 gear case screws;
others have 9.
9
3
1
8
6
Figure 34
11. Fill the gearbox with lubricant. See the chart on
Introduction page 1 for the proper lubricant for
your model.
5
2
7
4
MVC-709
9. The 824XL seals in a different manner. The
mating surfaces must be clean and dry. Then a
thin coat of Hylomar (Toro PN 505-129) is applied
to BOTH halves. Allow it to cure until it is dull and
tacky, 15 minutes or so, then assemble.
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INTRODUCTION
All models use two belts. One to drive the auger and a
second to drive the traction system. The auger drive
uses a combination idler and brake to engage the belt
for driving and to disengage the belt and apply the
brake for stopping.
The traction drive uses a constantly tensioned belt. The
clutching and shifting are done through the drive plate
and friction disc.
REPLACING THE AUGER/IMPELLER
DRIVE BELT
When the auger/impeller drive belt becomes worn,
stretched, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, replace
the belt.
1. Turn the engine off and disengage all controls.
Figure 36
ne crankshaft
screw, lock washer
and washer
2. Engine pulley sheave
3. Auger/impeller drive
belt
4. Large auger/impeller
pulley
M-3331
er pulley
6. Center engine pulley
7. Belt guide
8. Traction belt
9. Traction pulley
10. Traction idler pulley
11. Screw, washer, lock
washer
2. Pull the wire off of the spark plug and ensure the
wire does not contact the spark plug.
3. Remove the two screws that hold the belt cover in
place and set the cover aside (Figure 35).
Figure 35
pper belt cover
crew
M-2671
4. Remove the belt guide; do not bend (Figure 36).
5. Slip the auger belt off the pulleys. Note: On some
models (typically the 824 and the 824XL) the
auger belt brake will not back off far enough to
remove the belt. Remove the front screws and
loosen the rear screw that fastens the brake arm
assembly to the chassis (Figure 37).
ear screw
2. Front screw
Figure 37
er pulley spring
M-2678
6. Slip the new belt over the pulleys. Install any parts
that were removed.
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7. The belt guide must be checked and adjusted.
With the engine off, engage both the auger and
traction controls. Adjust the belt guide so that
there is approximately 1/8 inch (.3 cm) clearance
between the belt guide and the belt.
Check auger belt adjustment. See “CONTROL AND
LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT” on page 2 - 7 for the linkage
adjustment procedures.
REPLACING THE TRACTION BELT
The models covered in this manual use three different
methods of tensioning the traction belt. As the
tensioning method affects the belt replacement
process, they are separated by model number.
Replacing the Traction Belt — Toro
Models 38065, 38080, 38085
When traction drive belt (Figure 38) becomes worn,
stretched, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, replace
the belt.
3. Move auger drive control to DISENGAGE and
wheel drive control to N, neutral. Next, remove
auger drive belt from engine pulley and large
auger/impeller pulley.
4. Loosen two capscrews (securing traction idler arm
to front of engine. Next, remove traction drive belt
from engine pulley and large traction pulley.
5. Install new belt around large traction pulley. Next,
loop belt over engine pulley, making sure that belt
is on inside of traction idler pulley and wire belt
guide.
6. Reinstall auger belt around large auger/impeller
pulley. Next, loop belt over engine pulley, making
sure that belt is on inside of auger/impeller, idler
pulley and wire belt retainer. Slide idler arm and
pulley assembly against belt to remove belt slack
and tighten capscrews.
Note: Tension belt only enough to remove slack.
Do not over-tension.
7. With the engine off, engage the auger lever.
Adjust the belt guide so it is within 1/8 inch (.3 cm)
of the belt.
Figure 38
raction drive be
2. Auger/impeller drive
belt
3. Auger/impeller pulley
and idler
apscrews, traction
idler
5. Traction idler pulley
6. Traction pulley
7. Belt guide
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1. Pull high tension wire off spark plug and make
sure it does not contact the plug accidentally.
2. Remove two thread forming screws holding belt
cover in place, and set belt guard aside.
8. Install belt cover with two thread forming screws.
9. Install high tension lead and test operate unit to
check traction. If little or no traction is evident,
proceed to step 10. If traction operation is
satisfactory, proceed to operate machine.
10. Remove high tension lead from spark plug and
remove belt guard. Loosen two capscrews
securing traction idler arm and slide idler arm and
pulley assembly further against belt. Move
assembly a minimal amount to assure belt is not
over tensioned.
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Replacing the Traction Belt — Lawn-Boy
Models 28230, 28231 and Toro Models
38051, 38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063,
38064, 38072, 38073
When the traction drive belt becomes worn, stretched,
oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt.
1. Pull the wire off of the spark plug and ensure that
the wire does not contact the plug.
2. Drain the gasoline from fuel tank.
3. Remove the two screws that hold the belt cover in
place and set the cover aside (Figure 39).
5. Tip the snowthrower forward and block it so it
cannot fall.
6. Remove the four screws that secure the bottom
cover to the frame and remove the cover
(Figure 41).
Figure 41
crews
M-2592
7. Disconnect the spring from the notch in the bottom
edge of the side plate (Figure 42).
Figure 39
cover
crew
4. Remove the auger/impeller drive belt from the
engine pulley and the large auger/impeller pulley
(Figure 40).
Figure 40
raction drive be
2. Auger/impeller
drive belt
3. Belt guide
er pulley
5. Large auger/
impeller pulley
6. Engine pulley
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Figure 42
2. Notch in side plate
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CAUTION
arge traction
pulley
POTENTIAL HAZARD: The spring is under
heavy tension.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN: The spring could be
thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD: Use caution
when removing the spring.
8. Set the snowthrower upright.
9. Loosen the belt guide (Figure 40).
10. Remove the traction drive belt from the engine
pulley and the large traction pulley (Figure 40).
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11. Install a new belt around the large traction pulley.
12. Loop the belt over the engine pulley, ensuring that
the belt is on the inside of the belt guide
(Figure 40).
13. Tip the snowthrower forward and block it so that it
cannot fall.
14. Hook the spring into the notch in the bottom edge
of the side plate (Figure 42).
15. Replace the bottom cover with the four screws.
16. Set the snowthrower upright.
17. Install the auger/impeller drive belt around the
large auger/impeller pulley and engine pulley,
ensuring that the belt is on the inside of the idler
pulley and belt guide (Figure 40).
18. Adjust the belt guide so that there is 1/8 in. (0.3
cm) of clearance between the belt and the guide,
and secure the belt guide.
19. Install the belt cover.
Replacing the Traction Belt —
Lawn-Boy Model 28232 and Toro Models
38053, 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
When traction belt (Figure 43) becomes worn, oil–
soaked or otherwise damaged, belt replacement is
required.
Figure 43
ne crankshaft
screw, lock washer
and washer
2. Engine pulley sheave
3. Auger/impeller drive
belt
4. Large auger/impeller
pulley
er pulley
6. Center engine pulley
7. Belt guide
8. Traction belt
9. Traction pulley
10. Traction idler pulley
11. Screw, washer, lock
washer
M-3331
1. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure it does not
contact the plug accidentally.
2. Remove (3) screws holding belt cover in place
and set cover aside (Figure 44).
Figure 44
pper belt cover
crew
M-2671
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3. Loosen auger brake arm assembly by loosening
rear screw and removing front screw (Figure 45).
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ear screw
2. Front screw
Figure 45
er pulley spring
4. Remove idler pulley spring (Figure 45). Let brake
arm assembly hang free but out of the way.
5. Remove (2) screws, (2) washers, and (2) lock
washers securing belt guide (Figure 43). If the belt
will not slip off, the engine pulley can be removed.
13. Reinstall engine pulley sheave, washer, lock
washer, and crankshaft screw. Make sure the
indexing rib in the engine pulley sheave is aligned
with the indexing notch in the center engine pulley
(Figure 46).
ng rib in indexing
notch
Figure 46
ne pulley sheave
3. Center engine pulley
M-2677
14. Make sure brake pad is properly installed on brake
arm. Angled cut-off on brake pad must be
positioned as shown in Figure 47.
6. Remove engine crankshaft screw, lock washer
and washer (Figure 43).
7. Separate and remove engine pulley sheaves
(Figure 43).
8. Remove auger/impeller drive belt from center
engine pulley, leaving belt looped around large
auger/impeller pulley. Remove center engine
pulley (Figure 43).
9. Remove traction belt from traction pulley and
engine crankshaft (Figure 43).
10. Pull traction idler pulley outward and install new
traction belt (Figure 43).
11. Reinstall center engine pulley.
12. Pull idler pulley outward and loop auger/impeller
drive belt in front of center engine pulley, making
sure that belt is on inside of idler pulley and belt
guide (Figure 43).
ew from left side of un
1. Brake pad
2. Angled cut-off
Figure 47
3. Auger/impeller drive
4. Traction drive belt
M-2681
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15. Reinstall (2) screws that secure auger brake arm
assembly. Make sure tabs fit into holes in left side
of machine (Figure 48).
Figure 48
es
M-2678
16. While someone squeezes the auger/impeller
control lever (Figure 49) against the handgrip,
reinstall belt guide using (2) screws, (2) washers,
and (2) lock washers removed previously. Check
and readjust belt guide, making sure it does not
contact any part of the engine pulley.
17. Check and adjust auger drive linkage. Refer to
steps 5–7 of "Auger/Impeller Drive Control
Linkage — All Other Models" on page 2 - 8.
18. Reinstall idler pulley spring.
19. Reinstall belt cover with (3) screws.
20. Make sure that auger and impeller are not rotating
when auger/impeller control lever is disengaged.
While standing in the operator position behind the
handles, look around to the side of the auger
housing. If the auger and impeller are rotating, a
large screw head on the side of the auger housing
will be rotating (Figure 50). If the auger and
impeller are rotating when the engine is
running and the auger/impeller control lever is
not engaged, immediately stop the unit. Refer
to "Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt" on
page 2 - 7.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate unit if auger and
impeller rotate when auger/impeller control lever
is not engaged.
Figure 50
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Figure 49
uger/impeller
control lever
2. Traction control lever
peed selector
4. Discharge chute
control
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CONTROL AND LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
Note: Before making any control adjustments, verify
that the handles are secured to the traction frame. If
the handles move at all, the linkages will not maintain
adjustment.
Auger Control Adjustment — Toro Models
38065, 38080, 38085
Install Auger Drive Control Rod
1. Move auger drive control backward to
DISENGAGE and hold it in that position.
2. Rotate clevis at end of auger drive control rod until
holes in clevis line up with hole in bent rod
(Figure 51). Next, secure clevis and bent rod
together with clevis pin and cotter pin.
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt
If auger slips, which means the auger drive belt is
slipping, an adjustment is required. When a new auger/
impeller drive belt is installed, an adjustment may also
be required.
1. Loosen jam nut from clevis at bottom of auger
drive control rod (Figure 52). Next, remove cotter
pin and clevis pin holding clevis to bent rod.
am nu
2. Clevis
Figure 52
s pin and
cotter pin
4. Bent rod
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Figure 51
s
2. Clevis pin and
cotter pin
4. Jam nut
ro
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3. Tighten the jam nut firmly against top of clevis.
Note: Move auger drive control forward to
ENGAGE. If excessive force is required to move
the control, adjust the auger drive control: refer to
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt (below).
2. Rotate clevis counterclockwise — out — to
increase belt tension. By contrast, rotate clevis
clockwise — in — to decrease belt tension.
3. Connect clevis to bent rod with clevis pin and
cotter pin. Next, tighten jam nut against top of
clevis.
4. Check tension of belt by operating the auger. If
belt still slips, or if the auger does not stop when
disengaged, adjust clevis again.
IMPORTANT: Do not adjust belt too tight because
the belt will wear out quickly or possibly cause
damage to the snowthrower.
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Auger/Impeller Drive Control Linkage —
All Other Models
There are two adjustment mechanisms used. One has
a clevis with a jam nut. The other has a rod going
through a loop with a flange nut on either side.
1. Thread a hex flange nut (flange side down) onto
upper control rod located on right handle
(Figure 53).
raction ro
2. Loop
3. Lower traction rod
Figure 53
ange nu
5. Locking flange nut
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6. Remove the belt cover (refer to "REPLACING
THE AUGER/IMPELLER DRIVE BELT",
page 2 - 1, steps 1-2). Compress the auger/
impeller control lever and check that the slack is
removed from the auger drive belt when the lever
is 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) above the handgrip
(Figure 54).
7. Adjust the clevis or two flange nuts to obtain this
dimension, then tighten the two nuts or jam nut
securely (Figure 55).
2. Install lower link through outer hole in lower
control rod.
3. Insert upper control rod through loop in lower link
control rod.
4. Thread a flange lock nut (flange side up) onto
bottom of upper control rod below loop in lower
link.
5. Check the distance between the top of the
handgrip and the bottom of the auger/impeller
control lever (Figure 54). This is a preliminary
setting only.
Figure 55
am nu
2. Clevis
3. Upper control rod
ower control ro
5. Clevis pin
6. Cotter pin
8. The auger must stop when the handgrip is
released. If it does not stop, adjust the clevis or
flange units on the auger rod.
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raction control
lever
2. Handgrip
Figure 54
4. 1 to 2 in. (2.5 to
5 cm)
n.
cm
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ADJUSTING TRACTION CONTROL
Adjusting the Traction Control —
Toro Models 38065, 38080, 38085
1. Move wheel drive control into No. 1, 1st gear.
Position control lever so its front surface is 1/4 of
an inch (6mm) from bottom of slot (Figure 56);
then hold lever in this position.
(6 mm)
Figure 56
2. While holding wheel drive control lever in position,
push up on long rod and rotate clevis until holes in
clevis line up with hole in link arm (Figure 57).
Next, secure clevis and link arm together with
clevis pin and cotter pin (Figure 57).
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3. Move wheel drive control lever onto the hump
between N and 1 (Figure 58). Hold wheel drive
control lever in this position — on hump.
Note: Lever must be held against the hump, not in
the N or 1 position.
Figure 58
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4. Move shift arm fully to the left (Figure 57). Next,
rotate clevis at end of short rod until holes in clevis
line up with hole in shift arm (Figure 57). Secure
clevis and shift arm together with clevis pin and
cotter pin (Figure 57).
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4
3
Figure 57
ong ro
2. Clevis
3. Link arm
4. Clevis pin and
cotter pin
5. Shift arm
5. Tighten the jam nut against top of both clevises
(Figure 57).
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2
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7. Short rod
8. Clevis pin and
cotter pin
9. Jam nut
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Adjusting the Traction Control — 824XL
(Toro Models 38066, 38078, 38083, 38084,
38086 and Lawn-Boy Model 28232)
1. Slide spring onto bottom of traction control rod
(Figure 59).
M-2665
raction control ro
2. Spring
Figure 59
ange lock nu
2. Thread a flange lock nut (flange side up) onto
bottom of traction control rod below spring.
3. Adjust flange locknut up or down on traction
control rod until the distance between the top of
the handgrip and the bottom of the traction control
lever (Figure 60) is approximately five inches
(13 cm) (Figure 61). This is a preliminary setting
only.
raction control lever
2. Handgrip
Figure 61
pproximately
5 inches (13 cm)
4. 3-4 inches (8-10 cm)
M-2628
4. Move speed selector (Figure 60) into fifth gear.
5. Slowly pull machine backward while slowly
depressing traction control lever toward handle.
Adjustment is correct when wheels stop turning
and the distance between the top of the handgrip
and the bottom of the traction control lever is three
to four inches (Figure 61). Readjust flange
locknut, if necessary, to obtain this dimension and
then tighten flange locknut securely.
uger/impeller control
lever
2. Traction control lever
Figure 60
peed selector
4. Discharge chute control
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ADJUSTING THE TRACTION ROD —
LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230, 28231 AND
TORO MODELS 38051, 38052, 38054,
38056, 38062, 38063, 38064
1. Thread the locking flange nut (flange side up) onto
the bottom of the traction control rod, below the
loop in the lower traction rod (Figure 62).
Figure 62
raction ro
2. Loop
3. Lower traction rod
ange nu
5. Locking flange nut
2. Adjust the two flange nuts up or down on the
traction control rod until the distance between the
top of the handgrip and the bottom of the traction
control lever (Figure 63) is approximately
4-3/8 in. (11 cm).
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3. Tighten the two flange nuts finger tight.
4. Move the speed selector (Figure 64) into third
gear.
Note: If the speed selector does not move into
third gear, adjust the speed selector before
continuing. See “ADJUSTING THE SPEED
SELECTOR” on page 2 - 12.
Figure 64
uger/impeller control
lever
2. Traction control lever
peed selector
4. Speed selector rod
5. Slowly pull the snowthrower backward while
slowly pressing the traction control lever toward
the handle. The adjustment is correct when the
wheels stop rolling backwards and the distance
between the top of the handgrip and the bottom of
the traction control lever is one to two inches
(2.5 to 5 cm) (Figure 63).
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raction control lever
2. Handgrip
Figure 63
4. 1-2 in. (2.5-5 cm)
n.
6. Adjust the two flange nuts, if necessary, to obtain
this dimension.
7. Tighten the flange nuts securely.
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ADJUSTING THE SPEED SELECTOR
If the snowthrower is slow, the No.1 speed selection
has no speed, or the speed selector does not move
into the No. 3 speed selection, adjust the speed
selector linkage.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and make
sure that the wire does not contact the spark plug.
2. Tip the snowthrower forward and block it so that it
cannot fall.
3. Remove the four screws that secure the bottom
cover to the frame and remove the cover.
4. Loosen the flange nuts that secure the selector
plate to the control panel (Figure 65).
Figure 65
peed selector plate
ange nuts
5. Shift the speed selector to third gear and push
down on the speed selector plate to move the
drive assembly to the right.
Note: The drive assembly should be 1/8 inch
(3mm) from the roll pin; if not, slide the selector
plate (Figure 65) until the gap is 1/8 inch (3mm)
(Figure 66).
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Figure 66
ve assembly
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6. With the drive assembly 1/8 inch (3mm) from the
roll pin, tighten the flange nuts that secure the
speed selector plate.
7. Shift the speed selector to the R (Reverse)
position and back to third gear to check the
adjustment.
8. If the space between the roll pin and the drive
assembly is more than 3/16 inch (5 mm), repeat
steps 4 through 7.
9. Install the bottom cover and return the
snowthrower to the upright position.
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Chapter 3 — Traction Drive Systems
1.G
INTRODUCTION
All models use some variation of a friction drive. The
engine drives a belt, which causes a drive plate(s) to
rotate. As this belt is constantly tensioned, the belt and
drive plate turn whenever the engine is running
(Figure 67).
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Figure 67
2773-014
Clutching and speed control is accomplished by
moving the friction wheel. When declutched the friction
wheel is not contacting the drive plate (Figure 68).
When the drive is engaged, the friction wheel is moved
into contact with the right side of the drive plate (Figure
69). As the friction wheel begins to turn, it drives gears,
or sprockets and chains, which provide the speed
reduction for the axle. Ground speed is determined by
the point on the drive plate where the friction wheel
makes contact. The further from center, the faster the
friction wheel will turn. Moving the friction wheel to the
left side of the plate changes direction of rotation
(Figure 70).
Figure 68
ap
Figure 69
1. Forward
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1
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1
Figure 70
1. Reverse
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE TRACTION
DRIVE — ALL MODELS
Drive slipping:
1. Verify adjustment of traction drive linkage.
2. Make sure the engagement spring and idler spring
are in place and undamaged.
3. Verify that the drive plate and friction wheel are
clean and free of grease or oil. Clean with alcohol
or something that does not leave a residue.
4. Replace the friction wheel if worn.
DISASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38065,
38080, 38085
These models work as previously described in the
Introduction, except there is a separate drive plate for
reverse. When the shift lever is pulled into reverse, the
friction wheel is pulled to the rear until it contacts the
small reverse plate. The drive will then operate in
reverse (Figure 71).
The most convenient method of working on the traction
drive is to stand the machine up on the auger.
1. Drain both fuel and oil from the engine.
2. Stand the machine up on its auger and secure to
prevent tipping (Figure 72).
Figure 72
2768-027
3. Remove 4 self-tapping screws securing the lower
shield.
4. Remove the klik pins and both wheels.
1
2
3
2. Friction wheel
3. Forward plate
4. Rubber wheel
everse plate
up = reverse
Figure 71
6. Rubber wheel
4
R
N
6
F
er wheel in
middle = neutral
down = forward
5
2768-024
5. Each end of the axle is supported by a bearing
which is attached to the chassis by two thread
forming screws. At minimum, the screws must be
removed from the bearing on the left side in order
to remove the axle. The right side axle bearing
can also be removed (Figure 73).
Figure 73
earing
2768-026
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6. The axle can now be removed from the chassis.
Inspect the gear, the roll pin, and the areas where
the bearings contact the axle for damage or
severe wear. Remove the thrust washers from
either end of the axle. The purpose of the roll pin
and thrust washers is to limit the side to side
movement of the axle.
7. Disconnect the two clevis pins on the shift linkage
rods.
8. Next to the friction wheel is a large eyebolt, which
is connected to the shift linkage (Figure 74).
Remove the flange nut and washer from the end
of the eyebolt. Note the location and type of
washers. You should be able to slip the linkage off
of the eyebolt. If not, loosen the shoulder screw
that the linkage pivots on.
1
10. The pivot shaft, which contains the friction wheel,
is retained by two shoulder bolts. They pass
through the side plate, into the ends of the shaft.
Remove these two bolts and the pivot assembly
will slide out of the chassis (Figure 76).
1
Figure 76
er bo
2768-033
11. To disassemble the pivot assembly, proceed as
follows (Figure 77):
Figure 74
ange nut/eyebo
2768-32A
9. There is a spring connected between the left front
corner of the pivot shaft (that contains the friction
wheel) forward to a tab on the chassis. Unhook
one end of this spring (Figure 75).
Figure 75
2768-32B
1
Figure 77
ex shaft bearing
2768-036
A. The drive chain contains a master link.
Separate that and remove the chain.
B. To remove the friction wheel, remove four cap
screws securing the hex shaft bearings. Slide
the bearings off the ends of the hex shaft.
C. The hex shaft can now be removed from the
pivot assembly.
D. If the friction wheel is to be replaced, remove
the four screws and lock nuts connecting it to
the traction drive hub.
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1.Eyebolt
3.S
1.F
2.R
E. If the eyebolt, or traction drive hub is to be
replaced, remove the snap ring on the hub
(Figure 78).
5
2
4
3
Figure 78
2. Rubber wheel
and hub
1
2768-040
nap ring
4. Spacers
5. Hex shaft
F. The small sprocket is retained to the hex shaft
with a key and set screw.
G. The large sprocket just rotates on the bearings,
so it will slide off the shaft.
ASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38065,
38080, 38085
Preparation
14. Before assembling something with a new bushing,
wipe the bushing with a clean shop towel. This
should remove any debris that might have gotten
into the bushing during shipping and storage.
15. These are oil-impregnated bearings. However,
before installing them on a shaft, wipe the bearing
surface with a clean shop towel. Then apply a light
coat of engine oil to the bearing surface.
16. Apply oil sparingly in this drive system. Excess oil
will be thrown around during operation and can
cause the friction wheel to slip.
17. Wipe the drive plate and friction wheel with
alcohol to make sure they are clean, to prevent
slippage.
12. The drive shaft assembly is held in place by a
front pillow block bearing and a bearing on the
rear with spacers to locate everything front to rear.
Remove two cap screws holding each bearing in
place. Remove the shaft assembly (Figure 79).
2
1
ront bearing
Figure 79
ear bearing
2768-043
13. Note the location of the thrust washers and
spacers. Drive the roll pin out of the end of the
drive shaft and remove the bolt securing the
reverse drive plate. All the parts will slide off the
drive shaft.
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Assembly
1.Pill
4.R
1. Slide the pillow block bearing, reverse plate (with
the hub side away from the pulley), thrust washer,
bearing (hub side facing the reverse plate), thrust
washer, and spacer onto the drive shaft. Drive the
roll pin through the spacer and shaft. Secure the
reverse plate with the cap screw and locknut
(Figure 80).
Traction Drive Systems
3
Figure 80
ow block bearing
2. Reverse plate
3. Pulley/forward plate
1
2
6
ear bearing
5. Spacer
6. Thrust washer
5
4
2768-046
2. Install the pillow block bearing loosely. Secure the
rear bearing to the center frame.
3. The shaft should be parallel to the sides of the
chassis (Figure 81). The pillow block bearing has
slotted mounting holes to provide adjustment.
Tighten the cap screws on the pillow block
bearing. While rotating the pulley, strike the pillow
block bearing with a rubber mallet (Figure 82).
This helps the bearing align itself with the shaft. If
the shaft turns with difficulty, loosen the cap
screws on the pillow block bearing and rotate the
pulley. Then secure the cap screws.
Figure 81
1
Figure 82
1. Pillow block bearing
2768-041
2768-047
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1.Eyebolt 2.H
ft
1.Should
lt
4. If the pivot assembly was repaired, now is the time
to assemble it.
A. Secure the friction wheel to the hub with four
cap screws and locknuts. If the locknuts are
worn, apply a drop of Loctite™ Red #271 or
equivalent to the threads.
B. Slip a slider ring on either side of the eyebolt
and slide it on the hub. Install the spacer and
snap ring. Note the snap ring must be installed
with the sharp edge facing outward (away from
the friction plate) (Figure 83).
2
1
Figure 83
ex sha
2773-049
C. If the hex shaft is rusty, now is the time to clean
it with a wire brush or emery cloth. Apply a very
light coat of engine oil to the shaft. A thin coat
will prevent rust, but too much will be flung
around the drive system during operation. A
very thin coat of Lubriplate™ MAG-1 could be
use here as an alternative to oil. Ordinary
grease will thicken in cold weather and cause a
hard shifting problem.
D. To assemble the pivot shaft assembly, hold the
shaft with the flat bar that the linkage attaches
to pointing towards you.
F. Hook the long end of the spring in the hole in
the left front corner of the frame (Figure 84).
Figure 84
2773-051
G. Slide the spacer on the right hand side. Clean
the bushings and install them in the sprocket
with a light coat of oil. Lightly oil the inside of
the bushing and slide the sprocket on with the
gear to the outside.
H. Now insert the key into the keyway and slide
the small sprocket on. Align the sprockets and
tighten the setscrew in the small sprocket.
Install the chain. Lubricate the chain with chain
oil. If you use engine oil, use a very light coat,
as it will be thrown around the drive system
(Figure 84).
5. The pivot assembly is installed by first feeding the
flat arm through the slot in the center frame. Align
the pivot assembly with the holes in the side
plates. Note that there are special shoulder bolts.
The shoulder must pass through the side plate
and bottom on the end of the shaft (Figure 85).
After securing the bolts, check to be sure the pivot
assembly can rotate. If not, check the pivot bolts
to see if the side plate was pinched between the
bolt and pivot shaft.
E. The hub and friction wheel goes inside the
frame with the hub to your left. Insert the hex
shaft into the hub with the keyway on the left.
Slide the bearings on the hex shaft (Figure 83).
Note the hub on both bearings should face to
the left. Secure both bearings with self-tapping
screws. The friction wheel should spin without
binding.
Figure 85
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2768-033
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1.Belt
6. Next, tension the pivot assembly. With the unit
upright, use a screwdriver to stretch the traction
spring and hook it into the hole provided
(Figure 86).
Figure 86
7. Slip one thrust washer on each end of the axle
and insert it into the chassis. Lightly oil the inside
of the bearings and slip one on each end, with the
hub pointing inward. Secure each bearing with two
thread forming screws (Figure 87).
MVC-714
DISASSEMBLY — LAWN-BOY MODELS
28230, 23231 AND TORO MODELS 38051,
38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064,
38072, 38073
1. Drain the gasoline and oil.
2. Remove the belt cover. Loosen the belt guide, do
not bend. Remove the auger and traction belts
(Figure 88).
1
Figure 87
8. Coat the end of the axles with anti-seize or a
water repellent grease and install the wheels with
the click pins.
9. Lower the machine to the ground, check the
linkage adjustments, fill with fuel and oil, and test
run.
2768-026
Figure 88
guide
3. Stand the unit up on its auger and secure to
prevent tipping.
4. Remove the bottom cover.
5. Remove the klik pins and slide both wheels off the
axle.
2773-014
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1.G
t2.Slidi
t
6. Remove 4 self-tapping screws that secure the
axle bearings to the traction frame. Lift the axle
and bearings out (Figure 89). Slide the bearings
and thrust washers off the axle.
Figure 89
2773-074
7. Disconnect the shift rod and traction drive rod.
8. If the friction plate frame spring (traction belt
tension) did not unhook when the belt was
removed, unhook it now (Figure 90).
9. To remove the traction engagement assembly,
remove the retaining ring on the left side of the
frame. Note: Some older models use a cap screw
through the side plate into the end of the shaft.
Slide the shaft to the side and it will disengage
from the chassis (Figure 91).
Figure 91
2773-079
10. To remove the friction wheel and bracket
assembly, remove the bolt that goes through the
side plate into each end of the shaft. The gear
quadrant fingers should disengage themselves
from the sliding bracket that contains the friction
wheel (Figure 92).
Figure 90
2773-077
ear quadran
Figure 92
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2
2773-081
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1.Self-t
1.Dri
2.Hub
11. If it is necessary to remove the gear quadrant, it is
best to just remove the two self-tapping screws
that secure the gear quadrant mount to the
traction frame. The gear quadrant and gear
quadrant frame can then be separated easily
(Figure 93).
1
Figure 93
apping screws
2773-082
12. To disassemble the gear quadrant, hold the hex
shaft with an open-end wrench. Remove the
locknut on the end of the hex shaft (Figure 94).
16. To remove the front frame, pulley, and drive plate
assembly, remove the two shoulder bolts that the
frame pivots on. The assembly will then lift out of
the chassis (Figure 95).
Figure 95
2773-001
17. To service the drive plate, pulley, and hub, hold
the pulley and unscrew the drive plate. It is left
hand thread so rotate the plate clockwise to
remove (Figure 96).
3
2
Figure 94
2773-085
13. The friction wheel and hub will slide off the shaft.
Remove 4 screws to separate the hub and wheel.
14. Now the two bearings that support the hex shaft
can be removed.
15. To remove the pivot shaft, drive out the roll pins on
either side of the double gear. The shaft will then
slide out of the gear and bracket.
1
Figure 96
ve plate
— LH thread
3. Front frame
2773-005
18. The hub contains one ball bearing and one
bushing.
19. The hub can be separated from the front frame by
removing 4 screws.
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ASSEMBLY — LAWN-BOY MODELS 28230,
23231 AND TORO MODELS 38051, 38052,
38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064, 38072,
38073
Assembly Tips
1. Before assembling something with a new bushing,
wipe the bushing with a clean shop towel. This
should remove any debris that might have gotten
into the bushing during shipping and storage
(Figure 97).
Assembly Steps
1. Assemble the hub to the front frame using 4
screws.
2. Install the snap ring onto the pulley and shaft.
Assure the sharp edge of the snap ring faces
towards the pulley (Figure 98).
Figure 98
3. Install the pulley in the hub and install the drive
plate (left hand thread). Tighten firmly.
2773-006
Figure 97
2. Add a drop or two of 30 weight engine oil before
assembly. This will ensure good lubrication upon
start up.
3. It is important to minimize oil in this area. Too
much oil will be thrown about when running. Oil on
the drive plate or friction wheel will result in drive
slippage.
4. Wipe the drive plate and friction wheel with
alcohol to make sure they are clean, to prevent
slippage.
5. Do not use general-purpose grease to lubricate
drive components. In cold temperatures, it will
stiffen and can prevent shifting.
2773-008
4. Install the front frame into the chassis using two
shoulder bolts. Tighten firmly (Figure 99).
Figure 99
2773-001
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5. Install the friction plate spring into the front frame
assembly. Note some models just have a hole in
the frame. Others have a tab bent outward to hook
the spring into (Figure 100). Hook the lower end of
the spring into the notch in the traction frame.
Figure 100
2773-078
6. Begin assembly of the friction wheel and sliding
bracket by installing the right side (opposite the
friction wheel) bearing (Figure 101).
7. Lightly oil the hex shaft. Insert the hex shaft from
the left side, non-threaded end first. Slip the shaft
through the left side of the sliding bracket
(Figure 102).
Figure 102
MVC-864
8. Place the pinion gear on the hex shaft (larger OD
to the left). Add the thrust washer, then insert the
shaft into the previously mounted bearing.
9. Install a thrust washer and the second bearing.
Tighten the bearing mounting bolts securely.
Figure 101
MVC-862
10. Assemble the friction wheel and hub using 4 selftapping screws. Note the hub mounts to the flat
side of the friction wheel (Figure 103).
Figure 103
MVC-718
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1.R
11. Slide the wheel and hub on the hex shaft with the
friction wheel closest to the sliding bracket. Install
the locknut, holding the hex shaft with an openend wrench (Figure 104).
1
Figure 104
MVC-720
12. If the receiver cam has been removed, install it
now.
1
Figure 105
eceiver cam
MVC-865
Figure 106
MVC-866
15. Connect spring to hole in front of pivot assembly
(Figure 107).
Figure 107
2773-084
16. Assemble the gear quadrant and the mounting
bracket. (Figure 108).
13. Insert the pivot shaft through the cam receiver
then the washer, double gear, another washer,
then through the other end of the sliding bracket
(Figure 105).
14. Line up the gears using the holes in the pivot
shaft. The longer end of the shaft must be on the
side with the friction wheel. Secure with two roll
pins (Figure 106).
Figure 108
MVC-719
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t2.Slidi
t
1.S
2.Retaini
17. Install the friction wheel and sliding bracket. The
friction wheel should be on your left (Figure 109).
1
2
2773-081
ear quadran
Figure 109
ng bracke
The gear quadrant must be free to pivot. The first
tooth on the quadrant should go into the hole in
the right side as shown in Figure 110.
19. Install a thrust washer and bearing on each end of
the axle. Locate the holes and secure the axle
bearings to the frame (Figure 111).
Figure 111
773-074
20. Slip the spacer on the end of the traction
engagement assembly. Slide the assembly into
the holes in the frame and secure the left end of
the shaft with a retaining ring (Figure 112).
Figure 110
MVC-716
Secure with 2 shoulder bolts. One through each
side of the frame into the shaft. Assure the shaft is
free to pivot. If not, loosen the shoulder bolts and
relieve the binding (Figure 109).
18. Clean the axle so dirt or rust does not damage the
bearing during installation.
2
pacer
1
Figure 112
2773-079
ng ring
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1.T
21. If the lower traction rod was removed, reinstall it
now. Slide the end through the traction bracket
then install the spring and locknut. Turn the
locknut on until the spring is compressed to
approximately 2 ¼” (5.7 cm) long (Figure 113).
1
1
Figure 113
22. Install the bottom cover and reconnect any
additional linkage that may have been removed.
23. See "Auger/Impeller Drive Control Linkage — All
Other Models" on page 2 - 8 and "ADJUSTING
THE TRACTION ROD — LAWN-BOY MODELS
28230, 28231 AND TORO MODELS 38051,
38052, 38054, 38056, 38062, 38063, 38064" on
page 2 - 11 to make all final linkage adjustments.
2773-010
DISASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38066,
38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
Figure 114
raction shaft bearings
4. To remove the upper traction shaft and friction
wheel assembly, disconnect the master link in the
chain. Remove the two bolts securing the
bearings on each side and slide the assembly out
of the frame (Figure 115).
Figure 115
0054-007
0054-008
1. Drain the fuel and oil. Stand the machine up on its
auger and secure to prevent tipping.
2. Remove the klik pins and remove both wheels.
3. Remove 8 self-tapping screws securing the lower
cover and rear plate (Figure 114).
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5. For service of the traction shaft assembly, refer to
"SUB ASSEMBLY REPAIR — TORO MODELS
38066, 38078, 38083, 38084, 38086" on
page 3 - 17.
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1.Spri
1.Spri
3.Bell
k
6. To remove the intermediate shaft, loosen the
retaining bolts and remove the chain. Loctite™
Red #271 is used to secure these bolts. Remove
the shaft (Figure 116).
Figure 116
0054-009
7. To remove the axle and friction plate assembly,
disconnect the traction idler spring (shown just
below the right side axle bearing) (Figure 117).
8. Disconnect the friction plate disengagement
spring (in the upper left corner of the traction
housing) (Figure 118).
2
3
1
2. Traction
ng
engagement rod
Figure 118
cran
0054-011
9. At this point the traction belt must be removed.
Refer to "Replacing the Traction Belt — Lawn-Boy
Model 28232 and Toro Models 38053, 38066,
38078, 38083, 38084, 38086" on page 2 - 4.
Figure 117
ng
1
0054-010
10. Disconnect the traction engagement rod (left front
corner) from the bell crank (Figure 118).
11. Remove the retaining bolts from the axle bearings
and the friction plate and axle will slide out of the
chassis.
12. For servicing, refer to "Axle and Friction Plate
Assembly" on page 3 - 19.
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1.Shift
2.Slid
ASSEMBLY — TORO MODELS 38066,
38078, 38083, 38084, 38086
Reverse the process for assembly. See the following
tips for special information.
1. Lightly grease the axle gear. Spread about
½ teaspoon of #2 general-purpose grease around
the circumference of the gear (Figure 119).
Excess grease will just fling off when the machine
is driven.
4. When installing the traction shaft and friction
wheel, the bearings must be aligned. Loosely
install the assembly into the chassis. Rotate the
friction wheel and firmly strike each bearing a
couple of times with a rubber mallet (Figure 120).
The jolt will center the bearings. Secure the
bearings to the chassis side plates.
Figure 120
2768-019
Figure 119
2768-017
2. Lightly oil the drive chain with chain oil. If engine
oil is used, coat the chain then wipe the excess
off. As with the grease, the sprockets turning will
fling any excess oil around the drive system.
3. The drive plate must be clean and free of oil. Wipe
with alcohol or a solvent that does not leave a
residue. Oil on the plate will cause drive slippage.
5. The rod that is welded to the slider must slip into
the end of the shift arm assembly (Figure 121).
2
1
Figure 121
arm
assembly
er
2768-020
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SUB ASSEMBLY REPAIR —
1.B
7.RI
13.S
HS
TORO MODELS 38066, 38078, 38083,
38084, 38086
This section will cover the disassembly and repair of the
traction shaft/friction wheel and the axle and friction plate
assembly after they have been removed from the
chassis.
Traction Shaft/Friction Wheel Disassembly
1. With the assembly out and on the bench, the
bearings will just slide off the shaft (Figure 122).
Traction Drive Systems
38086-02
earing-triangle
2. Shaft-hex
3. Friction wheel
4. Hub-traction disc
5. Washer-thrust
6. ASM-Slider ring
8. Spacer
9. Roller chain
10. Sprocket
11. Washer-thrust
12. Key-square
2. Note the locations of all thrust washers before
removing them.
3. The small sprocket is keyed and set screwed to
the shaft. Remove the sprocket then the spacer.
Figure 122
ng-retaining
4. The friction wheel, hub, and slider ring will slide off
5. The friction wheel can now be replaced by
crew-
14. Screw-HH
15. Nut-lock Ni
16. Nut-lock Ni
17. Washer-thrust
18. Link-chain
the hex shaft.
removing the 4 cap screws and locknuts that
secure it to the hub.
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6. There are 2 versions of the hub and slider. The
early models use a normal thrust washer on either
side of the slider. Later models use a thrust
washer with an internal key that fits into a keyway
cut into the shaft portion of the hub. This keyed
version is current; if the older hub is ordered, you
will automatically get the new version (Figure
123).
Figure 123
0723-001
Axle and Friction Plate Disassembly
1. The pulley and shaft go through the bearing hub
and the drive plate screws on. Note: The threads
are left hand. Rotate clockwise to remove the
plate. You may find it easier to clamp the drive
plate in a vise and unscrew the pulley (Figure
124).
Figure 124
2. The pulley and shaft can now be drawn out of the
hub. Note the thrust bearing and snap ring
locations (Figure 125).
1577-019
Assembly
1. Inspect the hex shaft for nicks, burrs, or rust.
Clean and deburr as necessary.
2. Coat the hex shaft with a light coat of engine oil,
just enough to prevent rust. Do not use grease as
it will stiffen in the cold and prevent shifting.
3. If you are reusing the old hub, assure it is clean
and free of burrs.
4. The slider contains an oil impregnated bearing.
Wipe the inside of the bearing with a clean shop
towel to assure there are no burrs or debris. Apply
2 or 3 drops of clean engine oil to the inside of the
bearing, install it on the shaft as shown
(Figure 122). Secure with the keyed thrust washer
and snap ring. Note the sharp edge of the snap
ring should face away from the slider.
5. Slide the spacer, sprocket, and key into place.
The shoulder on the sprocket should face away
from the slider. Apply a drop of Loctite™ Blue
#242 to the set screw and secure the sprocket to
the shaft.
Figure 125
3. Drive the 3 roll pins out of the axle. The axle will
now slide out of the bearings.
4. The bearings can now be removed from the
frame.
5. Remove 4 self-tapping screws that secure the hub
to the friction plate frame.
1577-023
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Axle and Friction Plate Assembly
Assemble in reverse order. The following are notes to
assist you:
1. Install the snap ring into the grove in the pulley
and shaft. The sharp edge of the snap ring should
face the pulley. Install the thrust bearing next to
the snap ring (Figure 126).
Figure 126
2. Fill the cavity between the bearings of the hub
assembly with No. 2 general-purpose grease
before installing the pulley and shaft (Figure 127).
1577-020
3. Remember the threads on the pulley and shaft
and the drive plate are left hand. Tighten firmly.
4. Install the bearings on the friction plate frame. Do
not tighten yet.
5. After the axle is installed, rotate the axle and firmly
strike each bearing with a rubber mallet. This
helps align the bearings with the axle. Secure the
bearings to the frame.
Figure 127
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