Snapper 42" Single-Stage Snowthrower - Manual (Page 22)

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Removal
Snow Thrower Removal
1. Fully raise and support the snow thrower with wooden
blocks.
2. Loosen the turn buckle (C, Figure 21) and then
remove the lift assist spring, turn buckle and axle
clamp.
3. Lower the snow thrower to the ground.
4. Move the belt tension lever to the RELEASED
position (A, Figure 22).
5. Remove the snow thrower drive belt from the snow
thrower pulley and PTO pulley.
6. Remove the two quick clips (D, Figure 23) securing
the lift arm linkage and remove the lift arm linkage
(C).
NOTE: The Lift Arm assembly (A) will remain in place on
the hitch assembly.
A
B
C
D
Figure 21. Adjusting Belt Tension
A. Axle Clamp
B. Spring
C. Turnbuckle
D. Eye-bolt
A
B
D
E C
D
Figure 23. Lift Arm Linkage
A. Lift Arm Assembly
B. Mounting Bolts and Nuts
C. Lift Arm Linkage
D. Quick Clip
E. Lifting Collar
A
B
Figure 22. Belt Tension Lever
A. Belt Tension Lever – Released Position
B. Belt Tension Lever – Tension Position
CAUTION
Make sure to shut off the engine and locking the
tractor brakes or block the rear wheels before
beginning the snow thrower removal process.