Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this several times.

With the engine running in the fast position and the auger control lever in the disengaged “up” position, walk to the front of the machine.

Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows no signs of motion.

IMPORTANT: If the auger shows any signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for all moving parts to stop before readjusting the auger control cable.

To readjust the control cable, unhook the spring (found on the end of the auger cable) from the auger actuator bracket. See Figure 6.

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Push the cable coupler through the end of the spring to expose the lock nut. See Figure 7.

 

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Thread the lock nut outward (down the coupler) three full turns to provide more slack in the cable and reattach the spring to the bracket.

Repeat auger control test to verify for proper adjustment. Repeat previous steps to adjust more, if necessary.

Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires)

The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes.

Check tire pressure. Maintain pressure between 10 and 14 psi.

NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in all tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other.

WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 30 psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Excessive pressure (over 30 psi) when seating beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury.

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MTD 31AE993I401 manual Tire Pressure Pneumatic Tires

31AE993I401 specifications

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