Ryobi RY40870 40V HP Brushless Whisper Series 24" 2-Stage Cordless Electric Self-Propelled Snow Blower 4 6 Ah Batteries & Charger

OPERATOR’S MANUAL - Page 12

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12 — English
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf-
ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
bearing lubrication is required.
STORING THE SNOW BLOWER
CAUTION:
Ensure all melted snow that may drip from the snow blow-
er is properly wiped up to prevent a slip and fall hazard.
Remove the batteries and store in a secure location out
of the reach of children.
Before storage, wipe any moisture, dirt, or debris from the
battery area.
Wipe the snow blower with a clean dry cloth.
Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for
tightness.
Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear.
Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts.
Store snow blower indoors in a clean, dry place out of
the reach of children.
Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or
rock salt.
REPLACING SHEAR PINS
See Figure 13.
Shear pins are located on the auger shaft and below the im-
peller. The pins should be replaced when worn or damaged.
Damaged shear pins may prevent the auger from turning
while the motor is running. To replace the shear pins:
Determine which of the six shear pins is damaged.
Using a pair of pliers, remove the damaged shear pin.
MAINTENANCE
Locate the replacement shear pins and nuts on the gear
box.
NOTE: The snow blower ships with four replacement
shear pins. To order additional pins contact customer
service.
Insert the new shear pin into the hole.
NOTE: If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the shear
pin into place.
Install nut and tighten securely.
ADJUSTING/REPLACING THE SCRAPER
See Figure 14.
The scraper may need to be adjusted or replaced when a
layer of snow remains on the ground after making a pass.
To order, call customer service and ask for part number
656090001.
To adjust the position of the scraper:
Loosen but do not remove the screws securing the skid
shoes to the auger housing.
Move the skid shoes up or down to your desired position.
NOTE: The scraper is attached to the skid shoes and will
move when the shoes are moved. Position the skid shoes
equally to ensure the scraper is level with the ground.
Tighten bolts securely.
To replace the scraper:
Remove the bolts, washers and nuts securing the old
scraper to the auger housing and skid shoes.
NOTE: There are five fasteners securing the scraper to
the auger housing and a fastener securing it to each skid
shoe.
Discard the old scraper.
Place the new scraper inside the auger housing.
Reinstall the fasteners to secure the scraper in place.
NOTE: Make sure all fasteners are tightened securely. Do
not overtighten.
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