Install Traction Drive Clutch Cable - Ariens Sno-Thro Deluxe 24 Service Manual

Install Traction Drive Clutch Cable

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Before placing unit
in service position, drain fuel from tank and fuel
system. See Draining Fuel System on page 7.
Make sure unit is secure and will not tip.
1. Rotate unit to service position and remove bottom
cover. See Service Position on page 7 and Bottom
Cover Removal on page 12.
See Figure 72.
2. Route cable end with spring hook through hole in back
cover.
3. Install cable end onto swing gate.
See Figure 73.
4. Align cable with cable pulley and tighten shoulder bolt.
5. Reconnect lower traction clutch cable to upper traction
clutch cable.
Figure 72
6. Reinstall bottom cover and secure with two tapping
screws and four hex bolts.
7. Reinstall upper traction clutch cable to traction clutch
lever. Secure with one flat steel washer and hairpin.
See Figure 69.
8. Return unit to operating position.
9. Adjust traction drive clutch. Refer to Operator's
Manual for adjustment procedure.
10. Reconnect spark plug wire and fill fuel tank.
IMPORTANT: Check all adjustments after first use.
EN – 32
Figure 73