•After clearing snow, allow the engine to run for an extra few minutes before storing to help dry any moisture on the engine.
•To stop the engine: Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position. Refer to Ignition Key on page 7. Remove the key form the snow thrower’s ignition switch before storing.
IMPORTANT: Keep the ignition key in a safe place. The engine can not be started without it.
•Wipe all the snow and any moisture which has formed, from the unit.
•Move the choke lever back and forth several times.
SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual.
Control Cable & Belt Tension
As a result of both the control cable and the drive belt stretching due to wear, periodic adjustments may be necessary.
If the auger seems to hesitate when rotating while the engine maintains a constant speed, an adjustment is necessary. Proceed as follows:
The upper hole in the control handle provides for an adjustment in cable tension. To adjust, disconnect the end of control cable from the bottom hole in the control handle and reinsert it in the upper hole. Refer to Figure 3 . Test the snow thrower to see if there is a noticeable difference.
If additional adjustment is required, proceed as follows.
•Remove the belt cover from the left side of the snow thrower’s auger housing by unthreading the
five hex screws which secure it in place. See Figure 8.
There are three adjustment holes provided in the idler bracket assembly. To adjust, proceed as follows:
•Move the extension spring (found on the end of the control cable) from the low position to the middle position on the idler bracket. See Figure 9.
NOTE: Be careful not to lose the idler spring when moving the clutch cable spring. See Figure 9.
•If the extension spring is already found in the middle position on the idler bracket, move it from the middle position to the high position.
•Reattach the belt cover with the five hex screws removed earlier.
Hex Screws |
Belt Cover |
Figure 8
Idler Spring | Control Cable | |
Idler Bracket | ||
Spring | ||
Adjustment |
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Holes |
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Figure 9
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