Gear Shaft | Drive |
Cable | |
Friction Wheel | Pivot Rod |
| |
Rubber |
|
| Drive |
| Plate |
Figure 9
Shift Rod Adjustment
To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows:
•Remove the hairpin clip and slide the shift rod connector up, to separate the upper shift rod from the lower shift rod. See Figure 10.
•Place the shift lever into the sixth (6) position.
•Rotate the shift arm clockwise (from the operator’s position) as far as it will go.
•Thread the upper shift rod downward until the elbow on its lower end aligns with the hole found in the lower shift rod.
•Reconnect the upper shift rod to the lower shift rod by reinserting the hairpin clip removed earlier and sliding the shift rod connector back down into place.
IMPORTANT: Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed under Final Adjustments in the Assembly Section, before operating the snow thrower.
| Shift Lever |
Hairpin Clip |
|
Flat | Ferrule |
Washer | |
| Upper Shift Rod |
Shift Rod |
|
Connector | Hairpin Clip |
| Lower Shift Rod |
Shift Arm |
|
Figure 10
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR SNOW THROWER
WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Lubrication
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine lubrication instructions.
IMPORTANT: When following instructions in separate engine manual for draining oil, be sure to protect frame to avoid oil dripping onto transmission parts.
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
Refer to Figure 9.
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate.
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
Lubricate at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation. Remove the rear cover, lubricate any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant. Avoid getting oil on the friction wheel rubber and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 9.
There is a grease fitting on the top of the axle shaft which drives the rear track drive wheels on both sides of the unit. Grease these fittings every 25 hours or once a season.
Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive controls must be lubricated at least once a season or every 25 hours of operation. The cams can be accessed beneath the handle panel. Use a
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