HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST
THE CABLES
The cables are adjusted at the factory and no adjustment should be neces- sary. If the cables have become stretched or are sagging adjustment will be necessary.
To check for correct adjustment,discon- nect the
Drive Lever
Figure 20
. Remove gas from gas tank. Stand snow thrower on end.
2.Disconnect the "Z" fitting from drive lever.
3.Pull spring cover up to expose spring. Push the cable through the spring to expose the threaded por- tion of the cable. See Figure 21.
. Hold the square end of the threaded portion with pliers and ad- just the Iocknut in or out until the excess slack is removed.
Spring,
Square End
Locknut
==_ | Figure 21 |
5.Pull the cable back through the spring and connect the cable. Do the same for the other drive lever cable, if needed.
NOTE: Whenever the traction drive or auger belts are adjusted or replaced, the cables will need to be adjusted.
TO ADJUST BELTS
Belts stretch during normal use. If you need to adjust the belts due to wear or stretch, proceed as follows:
How To Adjust The Auger Drive Belt if your snow thrower will not discharge snow, check the control cable adjust- ment. If it is correct, then check the condition of the auger drive belt. It may be loose or damaged. If it is damaged, replace it, See To Replace Belts para- graph in this section. If the auger drive belt is loose, adjust as follows:
1.Disconnect the spark plug wire.
2.Remove the belt cover. See Figure 22.
Belt Cover
Flatwasher
Self Tapping Screw | Figure 22 |