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3329-776 Rev A
Checking and Adjusting the
Traction Cable
Check and adjust the traction cable after the first 2
operating hours, then annually thereafter. If the
snowthrower does not drive in the forward or reverse
speeds or it drives when you release the traction
lever, adjust the traction cable.
With the traction lever disengaged, check the pin (A)
in the elongated slot in the left side of the
snowthrower above the tire (B). There should be a
gap of 1/32 to 1/16 inch (1 to 1.5 mm) from the front
of the slot to the front edge of the pin.
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1/32 to 1/16 inch (1 to 1.5 mm)
A
B
If the left hand (traction) cable is not properly
adjusted, do the following steps:
1.
Loosen the
jam nut (A).
2.
Loosen or
tighten the
turnbuckle (B) to
adjust the pin until
it is the proper gap
from the front edge
of the slot.
3.
Tighten the
jam nut.
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A
B
Checking and Adjusting the
Auger/Impeller Cable
Check and adjust the auger/impeller cable after the
first 2 operating hours, then annually thereafter.
1.
Remove the 2
screws from the right
side of the belt cover as
shown.
2.
Lift up the right side
of the belt cover.
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3.
With the auger/impeller lever disengaged, ensure
that the gap between the auger clutch assembly and
the tab (A) is 1/16 inch (1.5 mm).
1/16 inch (1.5 mm)
A
A
4.
If the auger/impeller cable is not properly
adjusted, do the following steps:
5.
Loosen the jam
nut (A).
6.
Loosen or tighten
the turnbuckle (B) that
adjusts the tension on
the cable.
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A
B
7.
Adjust the turnbuckle until you obtain the proper
gap.
8.
Tighten the jam nut.
9.
Insert the 2 screws you previously removed on
the belt cover.
10. If the auger/impeller cable is properly adjusted but
a problem remains, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer.
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