Scraper inspection, adjustment and replacement
If the auger housing guard and the scraper are deformed or improperly
adjusted, the snowthrower will not clear the snow evenly. The
snowthrower should be inspected and adjusted, and any faulty parts
should be replaced.
To Prevent accidental starting, turn the engine switch to the OFF position
and disconnect the spark plug cap.
Inspection:
1. Place the snowthrower on firm, level
ground and check that the scraper
blade contacts the ground evenly.
Adjust the scraper blade if it does not
contact the ground evenly.
2.Check that the auger paddle ground
clearance:
O-2 mm (O-0.08 in)
3,Replace the scraper blade if the
service limit is exceeded.
PADDLE GROUND CLEARANCE:
O-2 mm (O-0.08 In1
Adjustment
Adjust auger paddle ground clearance by repositioning the scraper.
1. Drain the fuel tank as described on page 36 , Turn the fuel valve to the
OFF position.
.
. Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions.
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Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the
area is dry before starting the engine.
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