3.Start threading the ferrule onto the other end of the shift rod. Push down on the shift rod (and shift arm assembly) as far as it will go.
4.Thread the ferrule onto the shift rod until the fer- rule lines up with the upper hole in the shift lever (beneath the handle panel). Insert the ferrule into the upper hole in the shift lever from the left side when adjustment is correct. Secure with flat washer and hairpin clip.
Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the Final Adjustment section before operating the snow thrower.
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Figure 11
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Auger Control
To check the adjustment of the auger control, push for- ward on the left hand control (depress the rubber bumper on end of control). There should be slack in the cable. Release the clutch grip. The cable should be straight. Make certain you can depress the auger drive control grip against the left handle completely.
If necessary, loosen the hex jam nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack) as nec- essary. Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the jam nut against the cable when correct adjustment is reached. See Figure 12.
Hex Lock |
Nut |
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Figure 12
Traction Control and Shift Lever Adjust- ment
To check the adjustment of the traction control and shift lever, move the shift lever all the way forward to sixth (6) position. With the traction control released, push the snow thrower forward. The unit should move forward freely. Then engage the traction control grip. The wheels should stop turning.
Now release the traction control grip, 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 traction control cable and unthread the cable one turn. If the wheels do not stop when you engage the traction control grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as neces- sary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.
NOTE: If you are uncertain that you have reached
the correct adjustment, refer to SECTION 7: ADJUST-
MENTS.
ADJUSTING THE SKID SHOES
The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid shoes in the low position. Use middle or high position when area to be cleared is uneven. See Figure 13.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to desired posi- tion. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
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