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AdjustmentsChuteuger AssemblyControl

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Skid Shoes

anglecarefullyof thereadchuteand followassemblyl .instructionsTo do so: below. Perform all

adjuThe snowtmentsthrowerto verifyskidyourshoessnowarethroweradjustedisupwardoperatingthesafelyfactoryand 1. Stop the engine by removing the ignition key and loosen forproperlyshipping. purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior the plastic knob found on the left side of the chute

to operating the snow thrower.

Checkassemblythe adjustment. of the auger control as follows:

Caution: It is not recommended that you operate 21. PivotWhenthethechuteaug rupwardcont oloris releaseddownwardandbeforein theretighteningdisengaged this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up and throw

the“up”wingposition,knobthe. SeecableFig. 3should-108. . have very little slack. It

Figure 3-10

loose gravel, causing personal injury or damage to the snow should NOT be tight.

thrower and surrounding property.

2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine.

• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid Refer to Starting the Engine on page 13. Make sure the shoes higher on the auger housing.

throttle is set in the FAST position.

• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared 3. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow

Augeristhrower),Controlu even,engagesuch asthea gravelaugerdriveway.

NOTE:4. AllowIf youtheWarning!chooseaugerto operateremaintheengagedsnow throwerfor appronximatelygravelten Prior to operating your snow thrower, surface,(10)keeps condsthe skidbeforeshoesreleasingpositionthe augerformaximumcontrol.clearanceRpeatthis

carefully readcarefullynd followreadallandinstructionsfollow all belowinstructions.Performbelowall . betweensveralthe groundtimes. and the shave plate.

adjustmentsPerfotoverifymallyouradjustmentssnow throwerto verifyis operatingyour snowsafelythrowerand

properlyTo.5 adjustWi.thetheiskidoperatingthrottlshoes:controlsafelyinandtheproperlyFAST (rabbit). position and

the auger control in the disengaged “up” position, walk to Check1. Loosenthe adjustmentthe four hexof thenutsauger(twocontroleachasside)follows:and carriage

the front of the machine.

bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Fig. 3-8.

1. When the auger control is released and in the disengaged

6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating

2. “up”Makeposition,cer ain theentirecable bottomshould havesurfaceveryoflittleskid slackhoe.isIt and shows NO signs of motion. If the auger shows ANY shouldagainstNOTthe groundbe tight.o avoid uneven wear on the skid signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s shoes.

2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine. position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts

3. Refertightento Startingnuts andtheadjustingboltsEnginecurelyon page. 13. Make sure the

to stop before re- the auger control. throttle is set in the FAST position.

7. To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper hex nut on

3. While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow the auger cable bracket. See Fig. 3-9.

thrower), engage the auger.

8. Position the bracket upward to provide more slack (or

4. Allow the auger to remain engaged for approximately ten downward to increase cable tension).

(10) seconds before releasing the auger control. Repeat this

9. Retighten the upper hex nut. several times.

10. Repeat steps 2-6 above to verify proper adjustment has

5. With the throttle control in the FAST (rabbit) position and been achieved.

the auger control in the disengaged “up” position, walk to the front of the machine.

6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows NO signs of motion. If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for ALL moving parts to stop before re-adjusting the auger control.

7. To readjust the control cable, loosen the upper hex nut on the auger cable bracket. See Fig. 3-119. .

Figure 3-11

8.Position the bracket upward to provide more slack (or downward to increase cable tension).

9.Retighten the upper hex nut.

10.Repeat steps 2-6 above to verify proper adjustment has been achieved.

Section 3 — Assembly & Set-Up