•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.
Skid Shoe Adjustment
The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted by raising or lowering the skid shoes. Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment in the Assembly Section.
Chute Assembly
The angle of the discharge chute controls the distance the snow is thrown. The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by tilting the discharge chute up for greater distance or tilting down for less distance. Loosen the hand knob on the side of the discharge chute to adjust. Tilt the chute to desired position and tighten hand knob.
SECTION 7: 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
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
Refer to Figure 14.
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 14.
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
Chute Directional Control
The spiral on the end of the chute directional control
and the base of the discharge chute itself should be lubed with
Lube Spiral & |
Chute Base |
Figure 17
Auger Shaft
At least once a season, remove the shear bolts on the auger shaft. Spray lubricant inside the shaft. Also lubricate the plastic auger bearings at least once a season on the end of the auger shaft with a standard grease gun. See Figure 18.
Vent Plug |
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Plastic |
| Plastic |
Bearing | Shear Bolts | Bearing |
Figure 18
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