Simplicity SMI I1924E - Manual (Page 12)

Intermediate Frame Snowthrowers
TP 300-4681-01-IW-SN 09/2007 12
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
WARNING
Do not over-tighten, as this may lift the lever and
cause auger drive to be engaged without
depressing the Auger Control.
A
B C
D
E
F
1/32” (.8 mm)
Figure 3. Auger Drive Adjustment
A. Adjusting Flats
B. Spring Hook
C. Lever
D. Adjustment Nut
E. Adjustment Screw
F. Spring
Auger Drive
Adjustment