P3 International GSE3226STG, General Instruction Manual

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ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is
running, except where specified in the operato r’s manual.
AUGER CONTROL
Refer to  Auger Control Test in the Operating Procedures 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: 
1. With the engine off, move the shift lever all the way forward to the highest
speed.
2. With the drive control released, push the snowthrower forward. The unit should
roll forward. Then engage the drive control. The wheels should stop turning.
3. Now release the drive control and push the unit again.
4. 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.
5. If you feel 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 (loosen)
the cable one turn.
6. If the wheels do not stop when you engage the drive control, loosen the jam nut
on the drive control and thread in (tighten) the cable one turn.
7. Re-check the adjustment and repeat as necessary.
8. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.
If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, proceed as follows 
WARNING: Drain the gasoline out of the snowthrower’s tank, or place a
piece of plastic film under the gas cap to avoid spillage BEF ORE making the
adjustment.
1. Tip the snowthrower forward, allowing it to rest on the front of the auger housing ( see fig.11)
2. Remove the frame cover underneath the snowthrower by removing the six self-tapping screws.
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Fig.11
all positions of the shift lever.
4 . With the drive control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 10
If adjustment is necessary:,
1. Loosen the jam nut on the drive cable. Adjust the cable as necessary. Refer to Figure 12
2. Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.
3. Reassemble the frame cover.
FIG. 12
NOTE:
If you placed plastic film under the gas cap, be certain to remo ve it before operating the snow thrower
3 . With the drive control released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in