Warranty

Figure 3-23
Routing the Lower Drive Belt (All Tractor Models)
1. Route the lower drive belt around the lower pulley on
the spindle assembly, both pulleys on the double-idler
bracket found beneath the undercarriage, and the drive
pulley found on the rear of the snow thrower housing as
illustrated below.
Spindle Pulley
Snow Thrower Drive Pulley
FRONT
Undercarriage
Double-Idler Bracket
Set-Up
Shear Pins
A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter pins
are included with your snow thrower. Store them in a safe place
until needed.
Skid Shoe Adjustment
WARNING! Never attempt to make any
adjustments while the engine is running, except
where specified in the Operator’s Manual. Place
tractor on a firm and level surface. Place the PTO in
the disengaged (OFF) position, set the parking
brake, shut engine off, and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory
for shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior to
operating the snow thrower.
CAUTION: It is not recommended that you operate
this snow thrower on gravel as it can easily pick up
and throw loose gravel, causing personal injury or
damage to the snow thrower and surrounding
property.
• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid
shoes higher on the auger housing.
• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared
is uneven, such as a gravel driveway
NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel
surface, keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
To adjust the skid shoes:
1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage
bolts. Move skid shoes to desired position. See Figure 3-23.
2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is
against the ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
12 Section 3— ASSembly & Set-Up