Ariens Sno-Thro Compact Series Service Manual page 35

See Figure 68.
7. Secure attachment sheave to crankshaft with one
locking washer and hex bolt.
8. Reinstall idler spring to traction drive idler.
Figure 67
Figure 68
See Figure 69.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Attachment sheave
edges are sharp. Wear thick gloves to install belt
onto attachment sheave.
9. Reinstall attachment drive belt onto attachment
sheave.
To assist belt installation, slowly pull recoil starter handle
while gently guiding belt into attachment sheave.
10. Reinstall belt finger and secure with two flat steel
washers, two locking washers and two hex bolts as
shown in Figure 6.
11. Check belt finger clearance:
• Engage attachment clutch lever and make sure belt
finger located opposite belt idler is less than 3.2 mm
(1/8") from belt, but not touching the belt.
• If needed, adjust clearance by loosening hex bolts,
repositioning belt finger, and tightening bolts.
12. Reinstall belt cover and tighten hardware.
13. Reconnect spark plug wire and fill fuel tank.
EN – 31
Figure 69