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Auger or Impeller Will Not Turn
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Worn or broken drive belt.
Broken shear bolt.
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Snowblower Operation Is Erratic
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Damaged scraper blade.
Worn or broken drive belt.
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Rear Traction Is Poor
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Install machine weights.
Install chains on rear tires.
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Snowblower Removes Snow Unevenly
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Adjust lift assist spring (44 in. only).
Check for uneven skid shoes (44 in. and 47 in.)
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Lift Lever Will Not Lock In Raised Position
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Adjust yoke on lift system (44 in. only).
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Belt Wears Too Fast Or Breaks
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Adjust belt guides.
Check idler alignment.
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Not Enough Lift Height Or Not Low Enough
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Adjust yokes on lift system.
Adjust lift assist spring (44 in. only).
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Lift Effort Too High
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Adjust lift assist spring (44 in. only). If needed, apply John
Deere approved lubricant to pivot point at the right-hand end of the
tractor brake shaft.
See Adjusting Lift Pedal Spring Tension (Machine Models with
Mechanical Lift System.)
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Engine misses, stalls, emits black smoke, or loses power.
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Check air cleaner to see if snow has plugged the filter and
air box. If so, move the machine to a warm environment and let the
snow melt. There is an optional Winter Grill Cover available for use
when operating in certain cold weather conditions. Contact your John
Deere servicing dealer for ordering information.
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Brake pedal does not fully return to its resting position when
the front attachment is raised.
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Check attachment linkage for any binding and apply a John Deere
approved lubricant to where the brake shaft is supported by the tractor
frame.
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