SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: NEVER attempt to clean chute or make any adjustments while

engine is running.

Drive Shaft

CHUTE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to the Control section of this manual.

Sprocket

Shaft

Drive Cable

Pivot

SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer to the Final Adjustments section page 9.

FrictionRod Wheel

Friction

Plate

Figure 17

TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Assembly Instructions to adjust the traction drive clutch. If you are uncertain that you have reached the correct adjustment, the adjustment can be physically checked as follows.

With the snow thrower tipped forward (be certain to drain the gasoline or place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated), remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing four self-tapping screws.

With the traction drive clutch released, there must be clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever. With the traction drive clutch engaged, the friction wheel must contact the drive plate. See figure 17.

If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nut on the traction drive cable and thread the cable in or out as necessary. Tighten the lock nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the frame cover.

NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be certain to remove it.

AUGER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the auger clutch, refer to the Final Adjustments section page 9.

SHIFT ROD ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the shift rod, remove the hairpin clip and flat washer which secure the ferrule to the shift lever, beneath the handle panel. Refer to figure 9. Refer to the Final Adjustments section page 9.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load.

Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for carburetor adjustment information.

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MTD E760, E740 manual Adjustments

E760, E740 specifications

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