Snapper ELE3190R important safety instructions Repair & Adjustments

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Section 5 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service, or repairs with engine running. Stop auger. Stop engine. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire and secure wire away from spark plug.

5.1.3.AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued From Previous Page)

5.Reinstall belt guide.

IMPORTANT: Make sure when reinstalling belt guide that it does not touch drive pulley. Belt guide should an equal amount of clearance on both belt guide fingers. See Figure 5.6.

6.Refer to Section “Auger Belt Adjustment/Replacement”.

7.Reinstall belt cover and tighten screws securely. DO NOT overtighten.

BELT GUIDE

DRIVE PULLEY

 

AUGER

FLITE SHOE

SELF-

TAPPING

SCREWS

ALIGN ANGLED ENDS OF FLITE SHOE WITH ANGLED ENDS OF AUGER

IDLER PULLEY

DRIVE

BELT

CLEARANCE

FIGURE 5.7

CHECK BELT GUIDE FOR

BENDS, BREAKS, ETC.

FIGURE 5.6

5.1.4.AUGER FLITE SHOE REPLACEMENT Inspect flite shoes frequently for signs of excessive wear. Visually check flite shoes for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. Use #6-1213 Flite Shoe Replacement Kit for 19” Auger Models.

1. Tilt machine backward to gain access to auger. Secure machine in the tilted position to prevent tipping over.

2. Remove all self-tapping screws that secure the flite shoes to auger. Save screws for future use.

3. Install new flite shoes to auger using self-tapping screws removed previously. Tighten screws securely. DO NOT overtighten. See Figure 5.7.

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Contents Model Number Explanation Single Stage Small Frame Snow Thrower SeriesOperational Precautions Protection for ChildrenPreparation Maintenance and Storage Table of Contents Safety Instructions to Prevent Injury Decals Symbols and Safety LabelsSound Power Level European Community Hearing Protection RequiredYear of Manufacture Operating Instructions PRE-START Check ListGasoline Cycle OIL Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets Engaging Auger Move choke control to the choke on position. See FigureStopping Operating Instructions Maintenance Repair & Adjustments Auger Belt Cable AdjustmentAuger Belt Idler Pulley Adjustment From Previous Auger Belt ReplacementRepair & Adjustments USE HRS Season Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionService Performed Each MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PartsDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantySingle Stage Small Frame Snow Thrower Series