INSTALL DRIVE BELT
8.Route the drive belt as shown in Figure 23. Note that the back of the belt rides in the
(B).
9.With the snowthrower drive belt installed, the trun- nion (A, Figure 24) should be between the marks (G) on spring tension bracket (B) for correct belt tension. Turn belt tension handle (C) to move trunnion for- ward or rearward until between marks.
If trunnion cannot be placed between marks, loosen capscrew (D) and reposition idler pulley (E) as nec- essary. The pivot bracket (F) should be perpendicu- lar to snowthrower hitch.
Initial Setup & Assembly
B |
C |
B |
A |
D |
Figure 23. Belt Routing
A.Snowthrower Pulley (V-pulley)
B.Back-side Idler Pulley
C.Electric Clutch Pulley (V-pulley)
D.Idler Pulley (V-pulley)
B | A | A | G | C |
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Figure 24. Adjusting Belt Tension
A. Trunnion | E. Idler Pulley |
B. Spring Tension Bracket | F. Pivot Bracket |
C. Handle | G. Tension Marks |
D. Capscrew |
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