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SECTION 4: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
NEVER attempt to make any
adjustments while the engine is running,
except where specified in the operator’s
manual.
Chute Assembly
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by
changing the angle of the upper chute. Move the chute
tilt control forward to decrease the distance, toward the
rear to increase.
Auger Control
Refer to Auger Control Test in the Operating Section to
adjust the auger control.
Drive Control and Shift Lever
To check the adjustment of the drive control and shift
lever, proceed as follows:
•
To check the adjustment of the traction control
clutch and shift lever, proceed as follows:
•
With the engine off, move the shift lever all the way
forward to the highest speed. With the drive control
lever released, push the snow thrower forward. The
unit should roll forward. Then engage the drive
control. The wheels should stop turning.
•
Now release the drive control and push the unit
again.
•
Move the shift lever back to the fast reverse
position then all the way forward again. There
should be no resistance in the shift lever, and the
wheels should keep turning.
•
If you have resistance when moving the shift lever
or the wheels stop when they should not, loosen
the jam nut on the drive control cable and unthread
the cable one turn.
•
If the wheels do not stop when you engage the
drive control, loosen the jam nut on the drive control
cable and thread the cable in one turn.
•
Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary.
Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when
correct adjustment is reached.
WARNING:
Drain the gasoline out of the
snow thrower’s tank, or place a piece of
plastic film under the gas cap to avoid
spillage BEFORE making the adjustment.
To test further for correct adjustment, if necessary,
proceed as follows:
•
Tip the snow thrower forward, allowing it to rest on
the auger housing. See Figure 9.
Figure 9
•
Remove the frame cover underneath the snow
thrower by removing the six self-tapping screws.
•
With the drive control released, there must be
clearance between the friction wheel and the drive
plate in all positions of the shift lever.
•
With the drive control engaged, the friction wheel
must contact the drive plate. See Figure 10.
If adjustment is necessary:
•
Loosen the jam nut on the drive cable. Adjust the
cable as necessary.
•
Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when
correct adjustment is reached.
•
Reassemble the frame cover.
Figure 10
NOTE:
If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it before operating the snow thrower.
Frame Cover
Auger
Housing
Drive
Cable
Pivot Rod
Drive
Friction Wheel
Rubber
Gear Shaft
Plate
