Intermediate Frame Snowthrowers
Auger Drive
Adjustment
WARNING
Do not
1.With the drive lever released, the hook (B, Figure 3) should barely touch the lever (C) without raising it. There can be a maximum 1/32” clearance as shown.
2.To adjust, loosen nut (D) by holding the adjusting flats (A) and turning nut (D). Turn adjustment flats and hold screw. The adjustment screw (E) is a phillips screw and the head can be held or turned by inserting a screwdriver through the spring (F).
3.Hold adjusting flats (A) and tighten nut (D).
4.Start unit and check auger. Auger must not be engaged unless auger control is depressed.
5.With engine running, fully depress auger control, the auger should engage and run normally.
6.Release auger control. Auger must stop within 5 seconds.
7.If auger does not operate properly, stop engine and recheck drive linkage adjustments.
8.If auger linkage is properly adjusted, auger drive belt tension may require adjustment. See adjusting the auger belt in this section of the manual
| A |
| D |
| E |
| F |
| 1/32” (.8 mm) |
C | B |
Figure 3. Auger Drive Adjustment
A.Adjusting Flats
B.Spring Hook
C.Lever
D.Adjustment Nut
E.Adjustment Screw
F.Spring
TP | 12 | 09/2007 |
