Final Adjustments - MTD Series 800 Operator's Manual

Lock Nut
Figure 6
High
Middle
Low
Skid
Shoe
Figure 7
Figure 8
Cable
Hex Nuts
Carriage Bolts
Ferrule
Flat Washer
Cotter Pin
Shift Rod

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS

Auger and Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment
To check the adjustment of either drive clutch, push
forward on the clutch grip (depress the rubber
bumper). There should be slack in the cable.
Release the clutch grip. The cable should be
straight, but not tight. Make certain you can depress
the clutch grip against the handle completely.
If necessary, thread lock nut up to increase tension
or down to decrease tension. (See Figure 6.)
Skid Shoe Adjustment
The space between the shave plate and the ground
can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place
skid shoes in the low position. Use middle or high
position when area to be cleared is uneven. See
Figure 7.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the six hex nuts and
carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to desired
position. Make certain the entire bottom surface of
skid shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven
wear on the skid shoes. Tighten nuts and bolts
securely.
Shift Lever Adjustment
If unit does not engage properly into first gear, it
may be necessary to remove the cotter pin and
washer from the shift rod and thread the ferrule one
counterclockwise turn.
TIRE PRESSURE (Pneumatic Tires)
The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes.
Check tire pressure and reduce to 15 to 20 psi.
(Check sidewall
recommendation)
NOTE:
If the tire pressure is not equal in both
tires, the unit may pull to one side or the other.
6
(See Figure 7)
(See Figure 8)
of tire for manufacturer's