Brake Arm Adjustment, Skid shoes/Scraper blade

Section 5: Maintenance

A B

	Fig. 5-15	1/16"-1/8"
	Fig. 5-15	1.5 - 3 mm
		1.5 - 3 mm

Brake Arm Adjustment

The brake arm adjustment is set at the factory to 1/16 - 1/8” for proper belt/brake clearance. Due to wear this may need adjustment. To perform this adjustment:

1.Remove the bolts, flat washer, lock washer and belt cover (AB, Fig. 5-9).

2.Squeeze the auger drive control lever (AL, Fig. 5-9) against handlebar.

3.Using a flashlight, look down through the pulleys and belts (Fig. 5-11).

Check the gap between the brake arm (A, Fig. 5-15) and the belt (B). The gap should measure between 1/16" and 1/8" (1.5–3 mm).

4.To adjust the gap: Loosen nut (C). Hold the bolt (D) in place and rotate nut (E) until the proper clearance is obtained. Secure nut (C).

5.Reinstall the bolts and belt cover.

Fig. 5-16

Skid shoes/Scraper blade

1.The unit should be adjusted so the auger housing and the scraper blade (N, Fig. 5-16) are 1/8” above the surface to be cleared. If the unit is used to clear gravel or uneven surfaces, this adjustment should be increased so gravel or other foreign objects are not scooped into the auger.

To adjust the auger housing/scraper blade height:

a.Move the unit onto a level surface.

b.Loosen the hardware securing the skid shoes (M, Fig. 5-16).

c.Adjust the skid shoes (M) until they are in the correct position to support the auger housing and the scraper blade (adjust both skid shoes the same to prevent uneven snow removal).

d.Tighten the hardware to lock the skid shoes (M) into the proper position.

2.The scraper blade (N, Fig. 5-16) can also be adjusted. Adjust the scraper blade (N) at the carriage bolts. Adjust the bottom edge of the scraper blade so it is parallel with the bottom edge of the auger.

Off-season storage

When storing the unit for more than 90 days, follow these procedures to help keep the unit in good condition for future use:

•Clean dirt, grime and grease from the unit and engine.

•Perform routine lubrication as instructed earlier in this section.

•Add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank, according to the instructions provided with the stabilizer. Avoid leaving non- stabilized fuel in the fuel tank for longer than 30 days because gum and other deposits can form which could foul the carburetor and fuel line.

•If the unit is equipped with a fuel shut- off valve, rotate the valve to the “OFF” position.

•Change the engine oil.

•Remove the spark plug and squirt 1/2 ounce of engine oil into the spark plug hole. Hold a rag over the hole (be careful to prevent the rag from entering the hole). Slowly pull the recoil starter several times to coat the cylinder wall with oil. Re-install the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug.

•Thoroughly inspect the unit for any loose, damaged, or missing parts. Repair or replace the parts as necessary.

•Check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners for tightness and tighten as necessary.

•Touch-up scratches and chipped paint to prevent corrosion.

•Store the unit on a level surface, out of the reach of children.