Troy-Bilt 23AABA6X711 User manual

Brand: Troy-Bilt

Model: 23AABA6X711

Category: Snow throwers

Type: User manual

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FLEX 23AABA6X711

TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

Printed In USA

OperatOr’s Manual

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty

WARNING

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

FLEX™ Snow Thrower Attachment — 23AABA6X711

Form No. 769-10250

(February 24, 2015)

Customer Support

Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of

this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

◊ Visit us on the web at www.troybilt.com

See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.troybilt.com/tutorials

◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at (800) 828-5500 or (330) 558-7220

◊ Write to Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. Box 361131 • Cleveland, OH • 44136-0019

Thank you for purchasing the Troy-Bilt FLEX™ Snow Thrower

Attachment. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent

performance when properly operated and maintained.

Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.

It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and

maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other

persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the

recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could

result in personal injury or property damage.

All information in this manual is relative to the most recent

product information available at the time of printing. Review this

manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine, its

features and operation.

Please be aware that this Operator’s Manual may cover a range

of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and

features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be

applicable to all models. We reserve the right to change product

specifications, designs and equipment without notice and

without incurring obligation.

If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,

phone an authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us

directly. Troy-Bilt’s Customer Support telephone numbers,

website address and mailing address can be found on this page.

We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the

machine are observed from the operating position

Thank You

Record Product Information

Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please

locate the model plate on the equipment and record the

information in the provided area to the right. You can locate

the model plate by looking at the rear mounting plate of the

snow thrower attachment WITHOUT the base unit attached. This

information will be necessary, should you seek technical support

via our web site, Customer Support Department, or with a local

authorized service dealer.

Model NuMber

Serial NuMber

To The Owner

Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 7

Controls ...................................................................11

Operation ................................................................ 12

Maintenence & Adjustments .................................14

Service .....................................................................16

Troubleshooting .....................................................18

Replacement Parts .................................................19

Warranty .................................................................21

Spanish ................................................................... 22

Table of Contents

Important Safe Operation Practices

Training

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for

future and regular reference and for ordering replacement

parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.

Know how to stop the machine and disengage them

quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this

machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand

the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual

and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an

adult.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper

instruction.

5. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan

your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material

toward roads, bystanders and the like.

6. Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75 feet from the

machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

7. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially

when operating in reverse.

Preparation

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.

Remove all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other

foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown by the

auger/impeller.

1. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation

and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect

your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious

injury to the eyes.

2. Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer

garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose

clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts.

Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery

surfaces.

3. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle

for all machines with electric start engines.

4. Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock

surfaces.

5. Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.

6. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is

running, except where specifically recommended in the

operator’s manual.

7. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature

before starting to clear snow.

WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,

could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow

all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply

with these instructions may result in personal injury.

When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in

this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the

operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands,

toes and feet and throwing foreign objects. Failure to observe the following safety

instructions could result in serious injury or death.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components

contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

4 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care

in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the

vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when

gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.

Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.

b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

c. Never fuel machine indoors.

d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is

hot or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before

refueling.

f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½

inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for

fuel expansion.

g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

equipment. Move machine to another area. Wait 5

minutes before starting the engine.

i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light

(e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater, clothes

dryer etc.).

j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before

storing.

k. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

before filling.

l. If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from

the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this

is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a

trailer with a portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.

m. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel

tank or container opening at all times until fueling is

complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

Operation

1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/

impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the

rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.

2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never

bypass its operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe

and may cause personal injury.

3. The control levers must operate easily in both directions

and automatically return to the disengaged position when

released.

4. Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly.

Keep all safety devices in place and working.

5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless

and deadly gas.

6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do

not touch. Keep children away.

8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing

gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while

operating on slopes. Do not operate on steep slopes.

10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge

towards windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible

property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet.

11. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or

allow anyone in front of the machine.

12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear

snow at too fast of a rate.

13. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light.

Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the

handles. Walk, never run.

14. Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting

or not in use.

15. Never operate machine at high transport speeds on

slippery surfaces. Look down and behind and use care

when backing up.

16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop

the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it

against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair

any damage before starting and operating.

17. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you

leave the operating position (behind the handles). Wait

until the auger/impeller comes to a complete stop before

unclogging the chute assembly, making any adjustments,

or inspections.

18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings.

Always use the clean-out tool provided to unclog the

discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly while

engine is running. Shut off engine and remain behind

handles until all moving parts have stopped before

unclogging.

19. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the

manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).

20. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance

is felt, then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord

(kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than

you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains

could result.

21. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use

care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for

assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer.

5Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS

Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute

Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge

chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow

throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.

To clear the chute:

1. SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!

2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have

stopped rotating.

3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

Maintenance & Storage

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and

adjustment sections of this manual.

2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine

disengage all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until

the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect

the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to

prevent unintended starting.

3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent

intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.

Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.

4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed

the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed of the engine.

5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to

wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently

check all components and replace with original equipment

manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only. “Use of parts which do

not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to

improper performance and compromise safety!”

6. Check control levers periodically to verify they engage

and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer

to the adjustment section in this operator’s manual for

instructions.

7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil,

etc. to protect the environment.

9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow

from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.

10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water

heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.

11. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper

instructions on off-season storage.

12. Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks

or leaks. Replace if necessary.

13. Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

14. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission

(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),

this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years,

or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful

Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized

service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety

systems are working properly and not worn excessively.

Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

Do not modify engine

To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any

way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway

engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper

with factory setting of engine governor.

Notice Regarding Emissions

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal

EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment)

are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and

may include the following emission control systems: Engine

Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air

Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

Spark Arrestor

WARNING! This machine is equipped with an

internal combustion engine and should not be used

on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush

covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s

exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor

meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator. In the State of California the

above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public

Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws

apply on federal lands.

A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your

nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service

department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

6 Section 2 — important Safe operation practiceS

Safety Symbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to

assemble and operate

WARNING— ROTATING AUGER

Avoid injury from rotating auger. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away.

WARNING— ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating

blades inside

WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Assembly & Set-Up

Assembly

Installing the Discharge Chute

A discharge chute, wire spring, and chute band, have been

included with this attachment. Please assemble them now

by installing the discharge chute onto the snow thrower by

following these steps:

1. Install the wire spring into the discharge opening of

the snow thrower by inserting both ends into the

slots provided. See Figure 3-1 for proper location and

orientation of the spring. The inset of Figure 3-1 shows the

spring properly installed with the ends fitted into the slots

provided.

NOTE: Place some of the white lithium grease provided on

the wire spring and chute adapter ring prior to assembly as

shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1

2. Install the discharge chute, packed loose in the carton,

onto the snow thrower attachment, as shown in Figure 3-2.

Figure 3-2

Note: Position the discharge chute at an angle to the right

for ease of installation.

IMPORTANT: Apply white lithium grease (included with

this attachment) onto the chute ring, chute spring, and

chute adapter ring prior to assembly.

3. Clip the discharge chute handle onto the discharge chute,

as shown in Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3

8 Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up

4. Place some of the white lithium grease provided on the

chute band as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4

5. Install the chute band as shown in Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5

6. With the discharge chute positioned to the right as shown,

install the chute band by lining up the notches in the front

with the band, and making certain to fit the discharge

chute inside the channel of the chute band, as detailed in

the inset of Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6

7. Secure the chute band to itself by first aligning the two

snap-fit features and pushing the two ends (1 & 2) together

as shown. Be sure both tabs on the two ends engage each

other, as shown in the top left inset of Figure 3-7. When

properly assembled, the chute band will appear as in the

top right inset of Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7

IMPORTANT: If you need to remove the chute for any reason,

a screw driver must be used to release the locking tabs shown

above in the left inset of Figure 3-7.

9Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up

Note: If the installation has been completed properly, a

click! click! click! sound will be heard when rotating the

chute to the left and right. See Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8

Set-up

Adjust Skid Shoes

The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory

for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior to

operating the snow thrower attachment.

CAUTION : It is not recommended that you

operate this snow thrower attachment on gravel as

it can easily pick up and throw loose gravel, causing

personal injury or damage to the snow thrower and

surrounding property.

• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid

shoes higher on the auger housing.

• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared

is uneven, such as a gravel driveway

NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on

a gravel surface, keep the skid shoes in position for

maximum clearance between the ground and the shave

plate.

CAUTION: Operating a snow thrower equipped

with steel skid shoes may result in damage to

natural stone paver surfaces (e.g. sandstone,

bluestone, limestone). Refer to the Replacement

Parts or Attachments & Accessories sections for

information on available polymer skid shoes.

To adjust the skid shoes:

1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage

bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Figure 3-9.

2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is

against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.

3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

Figure 3-9

10 Section 3 — ASSembly & Set-Up

Discharge Chute

The position of the upper discharge chute can be adjusted to

control the distance that the discharged snow will be thrown,

and the direction at which it will be discharged. Follow these

steps to adjust the discharge chute:

1. Loosen the wing knob on the upper chute, adjust the chute

to desired operating position.

2. Tighten the wing knob on the upper chute making sure

the carriage bolt on the inside of the discharge chute is

correctly positioned. Refer to Figure 3-10.

Figure 3-10

3. To adjust the direction that the snow will be thrown, use

the handle on the upper discharge chute to control the

direction of the discharged snow. Refer back to Figure 3-10.

Shear Pins

A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins

are included with this snow thrower attachment. See Figure 3-11.

Store them in a safe place until needed.

Figure 3-11

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger

housing with a mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory. Cut

the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. See Figure 3-12.

Chute Clean-out Tool

Figure 3-12

Engine

Refer to the FLEX™ Base Unit Operator’s Manual for details

regarding all engine-related controls and features.

Drive Control Lever

This lever propels the entire machine forward.

Attachment Control Lever

Squeeze the auger control against the upper handle to engage

the augers; release to disengage the augers.

Auger

When engaged, the auger’s rotation draw snow into the auger

housing and throws it out the discharge chute.

Chute Assembly

Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out of the

chute assembly

Chute Handle

The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the direction

of the chute opening. Use the chute handle to turn the chute

assembly in the direction you wish to throw the snow.

Chute Knob

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by either raising

or lowering the upper chute. Loosen the chute knob on the side

of the upper chute to adjust. Pivot the upper chute to desired

position, and retighten the chute knob.

Shave Plate

The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as the snow

thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to pavement’s surface

to be discharged.

Skid Shoes

Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust

upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when

operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. See the Assembly &

Setup section for details on adjusting the skid shoes.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of

the auger housing with a mounting clip. It is used to dislodge

and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the

chute assembly.

Chute Handle

Shave Plate

Auger

Upper Chute

Chute Knob

Skid Shoe

Chute Clean-out Tool

Drive Control Lever

Attachment Control Lever

Attachment Control Lever Lock

Chute Assembly

Figura 4-1

Controls and Features

Starting The Engine

Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base’s operator’s manual for engine

starting and operating instructions.

Couple Snow Thrower Attachment with Power

Base

1. With the kickstand UP on the FLEX™ Power Base, as shown

in Figure 5-1, roll it over to the snow thrower attachment.

Figure 5-1

2. Tip the FLEX™ Power Base forward, engaging the top

mounting tab with the mounting handle on the snow

thrower attachment, see Figure 5-2.

Figure 5-2

3. Once the top mount is engaged (1), and with both hands

on the handle grips, tip the unit backwards somewhat

swiftly to engage the bottom mounts (2). See Figure 5-3.

Figure 5-3

Note: The operator will be able to hear the lower mounts

engage and lock when coupled properly.

To Uncouple the Snow Thrower Attachment from Power Base:

Fully stop the power unit engine before attempting to perform

any maintenance steps or uncoupling of the attachment. Never

attempt to uncouple the power base from the snow thrower

attachment WITH the engine running.

WARNING! Always turn off the FLEX™ Power Base

engine and remove the key prior to attempting to

replace the shear pins or uncoupling of the power

base from the attachment.

1. Put the kickstand down.

2. Tip the FLEX™ Power Base forward to disengage the

bottom mounts, then the top mount.

3. Move the FLEX™ Power Base away from the snow thrower

attachment.

Note: With the kickstand deployed in the downward

(unlocking) position, the FLEX™ Power Base will rest

comfortably in a parked position.

Operation

To Engage Drive

1. To engage the drive, squeeze the Drive Control Lever

completely up against the upper handle to engage the

wheels. To stop the forward motion, release the drive

control.

Note: This Drive Control Lever is a variable speed drive

control. Pulling the drive lever all the way in will give

the operator full speed, however full speed should not

be achieved for some operations, such as during snow

throwing.

To Engage Augers

1. To engage the augers, push in on the Attachment Control

Lever Safety Lock button (1 in Figure 5-4).

2. Squeeze the Attachment Control Lever completely against

the upper handle (2). To stop the augers, release handle.

Drive Control Lever

Attachment Control Lever

Safety Lock

Figure 5-4

Shear Pins

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with four shear pins

and cotter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice

jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear.

See the Service Section later in this manual for instructions on

replacing the shear pins.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

WARNING! Never use your hands to clear a

clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain

behind handles until all moving parts have stopped

before unclogging.

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of

the auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice

become lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed

as follows to safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:

1. Release both the Attachment Control Lever and the Drive

Control Lever.

2. Shut off engine as instructed in the engine manual.

3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to

the rear of the auger housing.

4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to

dislodge and scoop any snow and ice which has formed in

and near the chute assembly.

5. Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the

rear of the auger housing, start the snow thrower’s engine

as instructed in the engine manual.

While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow

thrower), engage the Attachment Control Lever for a few seconds

to clear any remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.

Installing the Snow Sock for Additional Traction

Two snow socks have been included with this snow thrower

attachment to provide additional traction when moving snow.

Follow these steps to install the snow socks:

1. Fit a snow sock over the top of the wheel on the FLEX™

Power Base, as shown in Figure 5-5, then work the rest of it

around the bottom of the wheel.

2. Repeat on the other side.

Note: Snow socks are designed for use during snow

removal only, and are not meant to be used with any other

FLEX attachments.

Figure 5-5

13Section 5 — operation

Maintenance & Adjustments

Adjusting the Auger Drive Cable

After periods of extended use, and during the break-in period, it

may be necessary to adjust the auger drive cable. Follow these

simple steps to adjust the auger drive cable:

1. Uncouple the power base and the snow thrower

attachment from each other.

WARNING! Always turn off the FLEX™ Power Base

engine and remove the key prior to attempting to

uncouple of the power base from the attachment.

2. Remove the plastic belt cover on the snow thrower

attachment by removing the two self-tapping screws that

secure it. Refer back to Figure 6-1.

3. Looking at the rear mounting plate of the snow thrower

attachment, loosen (but do not remove) the left side hex

screw shown in Figure 6-2.

Note: The other screw (to the right of the hex screw

(previously loosened) is a shoulder bolt that does not need

to be loosened.

Figure 6-2

4. On the front side of the mounting plate, move the cable

tension guide up or down to remove any slack in the auger

drive cable. See the left inset of Figure 6-2.

Note: Be sure that the adjustment does not apply

any pressure on the cable and the actuator arm. This

adjustment is simply to remove the excess slack in the

auger cable as shown in the right handed inset of Figure

6-2.

5. Tighten the left hand side hex screw to complete this

adjustment.

Maintenance

General Recommendations

• Always observe safety rules when performing any type of

maintenance.

• The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items

that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.

To receive full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain the snow thrower as instructed in this manual.

• Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to make sure

these are tight.

WARNING! Before servicing, repairing, lubricating,

or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop

engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a

complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and

ground it against the engine to prevent unintended

starting. Always wear safety glasses during

operation or while performing any adjustments or

repairs.

Engine

IMPORTANT: Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base operator’s manual

for complete engine servicing instructions.

Check V-Belts

Follow instructions below to check condition of drive belts every

50 hours of operation.

1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the snow thrower

attachment by removing the two self-tapping screws that

secure it. See Figure 6-1.

Figure 6-1

2. Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn

out belt. Replace, if necessary, following instructions in the

Service section of this manual.

15Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS

Shave Plate and Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow

thrower are subject to wear. These should be checked

periodically and replaced when necessary.

To replace skid shoes:

1. Remove the carriage bolts and nuts securing each skid shoe

to the auger housing, See Figure 6-3.

NOTE: Augers not shown for clarity.

Figure 6-3

2. Reassemble new skid shoes with hardware just removed.

Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to be level.

3. Note: Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for

information regarding adjusting the skid shoes.

To remove shave plate:

1. Remove both skid shoes and hardware including carriage

bolts and nuts which attach shave plate to the snow

thrower housing. For location of shave plate, see Figure 6-3.

2. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the

carriage bolts are to the inside of the housing.

3. Reinstall skid shoes. Tighten securely.

Off-Season Storage

If the snow thrower attachment will not be used for 30 days

or longer, or if it is the end of the snow season when the last

possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored

properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top

performance from the snow thrower for many more years.

1. Store the equipment in a clean, dry area.

2. If storing the snow thrower in an unventilated area,

rustproof the machine using a light oil or silicone to coat

the snow thrower.

3. Clean the exterior of the snow thrower.

Preparing The Engine

IMPORTANT: Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base operator’s manual

for complete engine servicing instructions.

Lubrication

Auger Shaft

At least once a season, remove the shear pins from the auger

shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft and around the spacers and

the flange bearings found at either end of the shaft.

See Figure 6-4.

Figure 6-4

Wheels

At least once a season, remove both wheels. Clean and coat the

axles with a multipurpose automotive grease before reinstalling

wheels.

Se rvice

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with four shear pins and

cotter pins. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower

is designed so that the pins may shear.

If the augers do not turn, check if the pins have sheared. Replace,

if needed, with proper shear pins. Refer to Parts List for correct

part number.

CAUTION: NEVER replace the auger shear pins

with standard pins or fasteners. Any damage to the

auger gearbox or other components, as a result of

doing so, will NOT be covered by your snow

thrower’s warranty.

Replacing Shear Pins

CAUTION: NEVER replace the auger shear pins

with anything other than OEM Parts No. 738-04124A

replacement shear pins and 714-04040 bow-tie

cotter pins. Any damage to the auger gearbox or

other components as a result of failing to do so will

NOT be covered by your snow thrower attachment’s

warranty.

WARNING! Always turn off the snow thrower’s

engine, as instructed in the engine owner’s manual

and remove the key prior to replacing shear pins.

1. Replace the shear pins as shown in Figure 7-1.

Figure 7-1

Note: Two replacement shear pins and bow-tie cotter pins

were included with this attachment.

Replacing the Auger Belt

2. Uncouple the FLEX™ Snow Thrower attachment from the

FLEX™ Base Unit by deploying the kickstand and tipping

the base unit forward. Carefully move the base unit

backwards and away from the snow thrower attachment.

3. Park the FLEX™ Base Unit in a safe and stable location.

4. Rotate the discharge chute to the right as shown in Figure

7-2.

Figure 7-2

3. Remove the two self-tapping screws shown in Figure 7-3,

and lift the belt cover up and away from this device. Set it

and the screws aside and save.

Figure 7-3

17Section 7 — Service

4. Carefully tip the FLEX™ Snow Thrower Attachment forward

onto the front of the auger housing as shown. Use the

mounting handle called out in Figure 7-4 to tip this unit

forward. NEVER use the chute handle to either tip this unit

forward, for lifting or any other reason other than rotating

the discharge chute left or right.

Mounting Handle

Figure 7-4

5. Remove the belt keeping should bolt and lock nut and

retain for later reinstallation. See Figure 7-5.

Figure 7-5

6. Pull the idler pulley outward (1 in Figure 7-6) to relieve the

tension on the auger belt.

7. Roll the belt off of the large auger pulley, as shown in 2 of

Figure 7-6, then off of the upper pulley.

Note: When reinstalling the new belt, be sure that it routes

INSIDE of the idler pulley as shown in 1 of Figure 7-6.

Figure 7-6

8. Reinstall the shoulder bolt belt keeper, then tip the unit

upright using the Mounting Handle, as detailed in , then

reinstall the belt cover with the two tap screws that were

removed.

Tr oubleshooting

Problem Cause Remedy

Excessive vibration or noise

when the Attachment

Control Lever is applied.

1. One or more of the clutch bumpers is missing

or worn.

2. Loose parts or damaged auger.

1. Replace the three clutch bumpers with

replacement kit part no. 753-08457.

2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect

spark plug wire. Check for possible damage.

Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair as needed.

If the problem persists, take unit to an

authorized service dealer.

Augers continue to rotate 1. Cable out of adjustment. 1. Adjust the auger control cable as shown in

the Maintenance Section under “Adjusting

the Auger Drive Cable”.

Unit fails to discharge snow 1. Chute assembly clogged.

2. Shear pin(s) sheared.

3. Foreign object lodged in auger.

4. Auger control cable out of adjustment.

5. Auger belt loose or damaged.

1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.

Clean chute and inside of auger housing with

clean-out tool or stick.

2. Replace shear pin(s).

3. Stop engine immediately and disconnect the

spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.

4. Adjust auger control cable.

5. Replace auger belt.

Component Part Number and Description

954-05071 Auger Drive Belt

738-04124A Shear Pin, 1.50

714-04040 Bow-tie Cotter Pin

784-5580 Skid Shoe, Standard (steel)

931-2643 Chute Clean-out Tool

790-00121 Shave Plate

753-08457 Clutch Bumper Kit (6)

Phone (800) 828-5500 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready).

Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.troybilt.com.

Replacement Parts

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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR FLEX ATTACHMENT PRODUCT

079221 REV. A

5. Any expendable, consumable, or routine maintenance item which

needs replacement or service as part of normal maintenance, unless

such items have defects that cause failure or premature wear within

the first thirty (30) days. Where applicable, normal wear items include

but are not limited to, blades, tires, belts, filters, fuses, and other

consumable items

6. Any Attachment that has been altered or modified in a manner not

consistent with the original design of the product or in a manner not

otherwise approved by Troy-Bilt LLC.

7. Paint repairs or replacements for defective paint (including materials

and application) are covered for a period of three (3) months.

8. Wheel rims are covered for a period of three (3) months for

manufacturing defects.

9. The FLEX Power Base is covered by a separate limited warranty which

is contained in the operator’s manual for the FLEX Power Base.

This warranty does not cover and Troy-Bilt LLC disclaims any

responsibility for:

1. Loss of time or loss of use of the Attachment.

2. Transportation costs and other expenses incurred in connection with

the transport of the Attachment to and from the authorized Troy-Bilt

service provider.

3. Any loss or damage to other equipment or personal items.

4. Damage caused by performance or use of the Attachment in

connection with any product other than the FLEX Power Base.

Limitations:

1. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY APPLIES AFTER THE APPLICABLE

WARRANTY PERIOD AS SET FORTH ABOVE AS TO THE PARTS AS

IDENTIFIED. NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, WHETHER

WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY

PERSON OR ENTITY, INCLUDING A DEALER OR RETAILER, WITH RESPECT

TO ANY PRODUCT SHALL BIND TROY-BILT LLC. DURING THE WARRANTY

PERIOD, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE

DEFECTIVE PART, AS SET FORTH ABOVE. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE

ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.)

2. THE PROVISIONS AS SET FORTH HEREIN PROVIDE THE SOLE AND

EXCLUSIVE REMEDY ARISING FROM THE SALE. TROY-BILT SHALL NOT

BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGES

INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, FOR TRANSPORTATION OR FOR

RELATED EXPENSES, OR FOR RENTAL EXPENSES TO TEMPORARILY

REPLACE A WARRANTED PRODUCT. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW

THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY

TO YOU.)

3. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the

purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of the safety features of the

product shall void this limited warranty. You assume the risk and liability

for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others

and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the

product.

How State Law Relates to this Warranty:

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have

other rights which vary from state to state.

Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019; Phone: 1-800-828-5500, 1-330-558-7220

MTD Canada Limited - KITCHENER, ON N2G 4J1; Phone 1-800-668-1238

The limited warranty set forth herein is given by Troy-Bilt LLC to the Initial

Purchaser (as defined herein) with respect to a new Troy-Bilt-branded FLEX

attachment product consisting of one of the following four (4) attachments

to the FLEX Power Base (referred to hereafter as the “Attachment”): (i) wide

area mower, (ii) snow-thrower, (iii) pressure washer or (iv) leaf blower. This

limited warranty does not cover Emission Control Systems and is not a

Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement as defined by U.S. federal

law. Please refer to the Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement in

the operator’s manual for the FLEX Power Base product (“Power Base”) for

warranties covering Emission Control Systems.

Scope of the Limited Warranty

Troy-Bilt LLC offers the following limited warranty to the Initial Purchaser for

residential or otherwise non-commercial use of the Attachment on the FLEX

Power Base: except for the Exclusions (defined herein), during the Warranty

Period (defined herein), the Attachment will be free from manufacturing

defects (including workmanship and materials). The “Initial Purchaser” is the

first person to purchase a new Attachment from an authorized Troy-Bilt dealer,

distributor and/or retailer of such attachment products. This limited warranty

is non-transferrable. Except as otherwise set forth herein, the limited warranty

period for this new Attachment purchased by the Initial Purchaser is two (2)

years from the date of purchase as shown on the original sales receipt for the

Attachment (“Warranty Period”).

Defects in Workmanship or Materials

Except for the Exclusions, the Attachment is warranted to be free from

manufacturing defects in either workmanship or materials for the Warranty

Period. During the Warranty Period, Troy-Bilt LLC will, at its option, either

repair or replace any original part that is covered by this limited warranty and

is determined to be defective in workmanship or material.

To qualify for this limited warranty the FLEX™ Base Unit:

1. Must have been purchased from an authorized Troy-Bilt retailer.

2. Must have been purchased within the United States by the Initial

Purchaser.

3. Must have been used for residential or otherwise non-commercial

purposes.

4. Must have been used in a manner consistent with the normal and

proper intended use for the Attachment. This Attachment is not

intended for rental or commercial use.

Who can perform repairs under this warranty?

In order to qualify for the limited warranty as set forth herein, the repairs made

under this warranty must be performed by an authorized Troy-Bilt service

provider.

How to get service under this limited warranty:

To locate a Troy-Bilt warranty service provider, contact your authorized

Troy-Bilt dealer, distributor and/or retailer or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019 or call 1-877-282-8684 or log on to our

Website at www.troybilt.com. This limited product warranty is provided

by Troy-Bilt LLC and is the only product warranty provided by Troy-Bilt LLC

for this Attachment. A COPY OF YOUR SALES RECEIPT IS REQUIRED FOR

WARRANTY SERVICE.

What this limited warranty does not cover.

This limited warranty does not cover the following (the “Exclusions”):

1. Attachment purchased outside of the United States.

2. Damage due to lack of maintenance and/or improper maintenance as

described in the operator’s manual.

3. Normal wear and tear resulting from use of the Attachment.

4. Use of the Attachment that is not consistent with the intended use

thereof as described in the operating instructions, including, but not

limited to, abuse, misuse and/or neglect of the Attachment or any use

inconsistent with and/or non-compliant with instructions contained in

the Operator’s Manual.

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