Simplicity SMI I1924E, B&S24(CE) Traction Drive Adjustment, Initial Adjustment, Run-In Adjustment

Intermediate Frame Snowthrowers

WARNING

Do not over-tighten, as this may cause traction drive to engage without depressing the traction drive control (arm must remain in down position).

Verify that the cables are not over-tightened: With speed selector in position 1 and traction drive control fully released, push snowthrower forward. The unit should move forward freely.

If unit does not move forward freely, the cable has been over-tightened. To remedy, loosen tension on clutch cable slightly, and recheck.

TRACTION DRIVE ADJUSTMENT

Initial Adjustment

1.With the drive lever released there should be slack in the cable when moved slightly from side to side.

2.To adjust tension on the cable slide the cable boot (A, Figure 4) off the cable adjustment bracket (D).

3.Move the “Z” hook (C) from the cable adjustment bracket (D) to a different adjustment hole. The cable should have slack. The cable should have no tension or load.

Note: If the cable is too slack the unit will not drive. If the cable is too tight the drive will be engaged without push- ing the handle down.

4.Slide the cable boot (A) over the cable adjustment bracket.

A

BB

C

DC

Figure 4. Traction Drive Cable Adjustment

A.Cable Boot

B.Traction Drive Cable

C.“Z” Hook

D.Cable Adjustment Bracket

Run-In Adjustment

ALL MODELS

1.After 5 hours of use, check for proper adjustment. Readjust clutch cable if necessary by increasing ten- sion on cable. A small amount of arm movement is permissible if unit passes operating checks described in the Warning above.

WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Drain gasoline outdoors. Never drain the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

2.Remove the gas from the gas tank.

3.Disconnect the spark plug wire.

4.Stand snowthrower on the front of the auger housing (C, Figure 5).

5.Remove the capscrews (A) on each side of the bot- tom panel (B).

6.Remove the bottom panel (B).

A

A

C

B

Figure 5. Bottom Cover

A.Capscrews

B.Bottom Panel

C.Auger Housing

09/2007 13 TP 300-4681-01-IW-SN