Snapper I7244 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual page 14

Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service, or repairs, with engine running. Stop auger.
Stop engine. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug
wire and secure wire away from spark plug. Before
tilting machine, drain all the fuel from fuel tank.
Allow engine to run, outdoors where fumes can be
safely dissipated, until all fuel is removed from
carburetor.
5. Tilt machine forward to gain access to drive
system area. Secure machine in the tilted position
to prevent tipping over. Remove drive system cover
plate. See Figure 4.7.
4.1.4. WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
Inspect belt frequently for signs of excessive wear.
Visually check engine drive belt for cracking,
fraying, severed or belt strands exposed.
1. Remove belt cover. Refer to Figure 4.2.
2. Remove discharge chute.
3. Loosen belt guide closest to the auger drive belt.
See Figure 4.6.
IMPORTANT: Wheel drive belt will have to be removed
from around engine drive pulley and engine shaft to
install auger drive belt.
1. Remove wheel drive belt from around engine
pulley. See Figure 4.6.
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BELT
GUIDE
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FIGURE 4.7
6. Remove wheel drive belt from drive disc pulley.
Route wheel belt through drive system in between
rubber drive tire and drive disc.
7. Route new wheel drive belt through drive
system. NOTE: New belt has to be routed in
between rubber drive tire and drive disc to position
it around auger pulley.
8. Reinstall wheel drive belt onto engine wheel drive
pulley. Make sure belt is also positioned in the drive
disc pulley groove.
9. Position belt guide to have a clearance of 118"
from auger drive belt and tighten securely.
10. Reinstall discharge chute, belt cover and drive
system cover. Tighten screws securely.
11. Adjust idler for proper belt tension and control
cable for proper spring extension. Refer to Section
"Auger Belt Idler Pulley Adjustment".
FIGURE 4.6
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