Snapper E9266, E11306 important safety instructions Repair & Adjustments

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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING

Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs, stop engine and auger/impeller, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank. Allow engine to run, outdoors where fumes can be safely dissipated, until all fuel is removed from carburetor.

4.1.4.WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect belt frequently for signs of excessive wear. Visually check engine drive belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. NOTE: Auger and Drive Belts are difficult to install. It may be necessary to allow an authorized Snapper Dealer to install these belts.

1. Remove belt cover. See Figure 4.2.

2. Remove discharge chute.

3. Unhook both idler springs.

4. Loosen auger/impeller belt guide. See Figure 4.6.

IMPORTANT: Auger drive belt will have to be removed from around engine drive pulley and engine shaft to install wheel drive belt.

5.Remove wheel drive belt from around engine pulley. See Figure 4.6.

WHEEL DRIVE

BELT

BELT GUIDE

AUGER DRIVE BELT

UNHOOK

IDLER

SPRING

UNHOOK IDLER

SPRING

6.Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive system area. Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover plate. See Figure 4.7.

SELF-TAPPING

SCREWS

REMOVE

COVER

FIGURE 4.7

7.Remove wheel drive belt from drive disc pulley. Route wheel belt through drive system in between rubber drive tire and drive disc.

8.Route new wheel drive belt through drive system. NOTE: New belt has to be routed in between rubber drive tire and drive disc to position it around auger pulley.

9.Route wheel drive belt onto engine wheel drive pulley. Make sure belt is also positioned in the drive disc pulley groove.

10.Reinstall auger drive belt around engine auger drive pulley. Make sure belt is also positioned in the drive disc pulley groove.

11.Position belt guide against auger drive belt and tighten securely.

12.Reinstall both idler springs.

13.Reinstall discharge chute, belt and drive system covers and tighten screws securely.

14.Reinstall drive system cover plate.

FIGURE 4.6

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Contents Instruction No -4243 I.R /15/01 Model Number ExplanationModel Designation Series Designation Engine HP Auger Width Preparation Operational PrecautionsProtection for Children Maintenance and Storage Table of Contents Rabbit / Fast Turtle / Slow Neutral European Community Hearing Protection RequiredForward Reverse Ground Speed Control Sound Power Level Year of Manufacture Safety Instructions to Prevent InjuryNomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List Minimum Gauge for Cord SetsGo to Page 11 for Electric Start Models Engine STARTING, Operation & Stopping Recoil Start ModelsEngaging Wheel Drive Discharge Chute and Deflector AdjustmentEngaging Auger STARTING, Operation & Stopping Electric Start Models Free Wheel Machine Stopping ENGINE, Auger & Wheel DriveGeneral Lubrication Service After First 5 Hours Check Auger Drive BeltGear CASE, Auger Shaft and Auger Bearing Lubrication Check Wheel Drive BeltMaintenance and Service Parts Storage ProcedureAnnually END of Each Season Engine Spark PlugAuger Belt Adjustment Idler Pulley Adjustment Auger and Drive Belt Adjustment Cable AdjustmentRecheck cable for proper extension Reinstall belt cover Repair & Adjustments Skid Shoe Adjustment Single Handle Control Adjustment Rubber Drive Tire Replacement Chute Crank AdjustmentService Performed Each Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action100 USE HRS SeasonDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPage European TWO Stage Large Frame Snow Thrower Series
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