
angle, the shorter the distance snow is
thrown. Slightly overlap each previous
swath.
•
Set the slide shoes 1/4" below the
shave plate for normal usage. The slide
shoes may be adjusted upward for
hard-packed snow. Adjust downward
when using on gravel or crushed rock.
•
Be certain to follow the precautions
listed under previous section, “To Stop
Engine” to prevent possible freeze up.
•
Clean the snowthrower thoroughly after
each use.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: NEVER attempt to
clean chute or make any adjust-
ments while engine is running.
CHUTE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT
Models without remote chute control.
Adjust chute assembly by loosening the
hand knob. Pivot the top of the chute
assembly to position desired. Tighten
the hand knob. See Figure 21.
Models with remote chute control
.
The remote chute control cables have
been pre-adjusted at the factory. Move
the remote chute lever on the control
panel back and forward to adjust angle
of the chute assembly.
CHECK ADJUSTMENT OF CLUTCH
CONTROL CABLES
Refer to “ATTACHING THE CLUTCH
CONTROL CABLES”, in the Assembly
Instructions.
SHIFT ROD ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the shift rod, remove the cot-
ter pin which secures the ferrule to the
shift lever. Adjust as specified in
“ATTACHING THE SHIFT ROD”, in the
Assembly Instructions.
SLIDE SHOE ADJUSTMENT
The space between the shave plate and
the ground can be adjusted. Refer to
“FINAL ASSEMBLY AND ADJUST-
MENTS” in the Assembly Instructions.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: If any adjustments are
made to the engine while the en-
gine is running (e.g. carburetor),
keep clear of all moving parts. Be
careful of heated surfaces and
mufflers.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be re-
quired to compensate for differences in
fuel, temperature, altitude and load.
Refer to the separate engine manual
packed with your unit for carburetor ad-
justment information.
14
FIGURE 21
Handle
Knob
MAINTENANCE and
LUBRICATION
CHECK LIST
Check engine oil level
•
•
Change engine oil
•
•
Tighten all screws and nuts
•
Check spark plug
•
Lubricate chute opening
•
Lubricate wheel axle
•
Lubricate wheel bearings
•
Lubricate chains, bearings,
• •
shafts and shifting mechanism
Check wear on friction wheel
rubber
•
Check auger pulley(s) and
auger drive belts
•
After
First
2
Hours
After
5
Hours
Frequently Beginning
Each
Season
Before
Storage