Snapper 8526 - Manual (Page 26)

Adjustments
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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 handles down.
4. Slide the cable boot (A) over the 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.
Figure 17. Traction Drive Cable Adjustment
A. Cable Boot
B. Traction Drive Cable
C. “Z” Hook
D. Cable Adjustment Bracket
A
Figure 19. Speed Selector Linkage
A. Speed Selector Rod
B. Jam Nut
C. Ball Joint
D. Locknut
E. Shift Rod
D
E
C
B
C
A
B
D
B
C
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Stand snowthrower on the front of the auger housing
(C, Figure 25)
2. Loosen the capscrews (A, Figure 25) on each side of
the bottom panel (B).
3. Remove the bottom panel (B).
4. Position the shift speed lever in the lowest forward
speed.
5. Note the position of the friction disc (A, Figure 18).
The correct distance from the right side of the friction
wheel to the outside of the frame is 4-5/16” (10.95
cm). If the friction disc is not in the correct position,
adjust as follows.
6. Position the shift speed lever in the lowest forward
speed.
7. Loosen the jam nut (B, Figure 19).
8. Remove locknut (D).
9. Move the friction disc (A, Figure 18) to the correct
distance, 4-5/16” (10.95 cm).
10. Turn the ball joint (C, Figure 15) until it is aligned with
the mounting hole in the shifter rod (E). When
aligned, attach the ball joint(C) to the shifter rod (E)
and tighten the jam nut (B).
11. Check that the snowthrower operates in R1. If not
follow procedures 1-11 and readjust as necessary.
12. Install the bottom panel (B, Figure 25) and tighten the
capscrews (A).
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.
Figure 18. Friction Disc Measurement
A. Friction Disc
B. Frame
B
A
4-5/16”
(10.95cm)