Troy-Bilt 13045- User Manual

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR SNOW THROWER NOTE: All references to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in theoperating position. The “operator’s position” is definedas standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing thehandle panel. Loose Parts • The augers ar...

6 Attaching Chute Directional Control • Remove the hairpin clip from the upper rod and slide the upper rod through the bracket and into the lower rod. See Figure 4. • Align the two holes on both chute cranks and insert the hairpin clip removed earlier, through these holes. See Figure 4. Figure 4 Rou...

8 Chute Clean-out Tool WARNING: Never use your hand to clear a clogged discharge chute. Shut off engine andremain behind handles until all moving partshave stopped before unclogging. This item is fastened with a cable tie to the rear ofthe Auger Housing at the factory. Cut the cable tiebefore operat...

9 • When engine starts, release starter button, and move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF. • When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug from the three-prong receptacle first and then from the snow thrower. Recoil Starter • Rota...

10 • Push the cable coupler through the end of the spring to expose the lock nut. See Figure 9. Figure 9 • Thread the lock nut outward (down the coupler) three full turns to provide more slack in the cable and reattach the spring to the bracket. • Repeat Auger Control Test to verify proper adjustmen...

11 • Move the shift lever into the fast reverse (R2) position and repeat the previous two steps. If you experienced resistance rolling the unit, either when repositioning the shift lever from 6 to R2 or when attempting to move the machine with the traction control released, adjust the traction contr...

12 Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires) The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. • Check the tire pressure before operating the snow thrower. Refer to the tire side wall for tire manufacturer’s recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires as necessary. NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equ...

13 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 ca...

14 Check Friction Wheel Rubber Follow the instructions below to check the condition of the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation. • Remove the six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for excessive wear, cracks...

15 Figure 17 • Pull the brake bracket assembly towards the cable guide roller and unhook the auger cable “Z” fitting. • Remove the upper bolts and lock washers which secure the auger housing assembly to the frame assembly using a 9/16” wrench. • Separate the auger housing from the frame assembly by ...

16 • Reassemble the two halves of the unit hooking the lower portion of the auger housing over the stationary shoulder bolts in the frame assembly. Figure 21 • Secure the two halves with the two bolts and lock washers removed earlier. Refer to Figure 18. • Attach the “Z” fitting of the cable into th...

17 • Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the spacer. Make certain that the chain engages both the large and the small sprocket. NOTE: If the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while removing the hex shaft, place the sprocket on the hexshaft. Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the...

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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing o...